Huntingdon is a historic market town in Cambridgeshire, founded in the early 13th century and once the county town of Huntingdonshire. The town has a notable heritage, being the birthplace of Oliver Cromwell and the long‑served MP John Major.
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Huntingdon is a market town in the Huntingdonshire district of Cambridgeshire, England. The town was given its town charter by King John in 1205 and was the county town of the historic county of Huntingdonshire. Oliver Cromwell was born there in 1599 and became one of its Members of Parliament in 1628. The former Conservative Prime Minister John Major served as its MP from 1979 until his retirement in 2001. The town’s long history and association with prominent figures give it a distinct character within the region. Its status as a market town suggests the presence of local shops and community events typical of such settlements. The PE 29 postal district places the locality within a well‑defined area of Cambridgeshire, providing a clear geographic reference for potential residents.