Croydon

Settlement in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Croydon

A track with a puddle Not an uncommon sight this summer!

This square was harder to get into than I expected: the bridleway shown in the SW seems to be no longer public, or at least not signed as such. This track just squeezes into the northern edge.
A track with a puddle Credit: Keith Edkins

Croydon is a small village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated approximately 20 miles southwest of the city of Cambridge, it lies on the eastern edge of the county. With a population of around 600 residents, Croydon is a tight-knit community that exudes a sense of tranquility and rural charm.

The village is characterized by its picturesque countryside surroundings, featuring rolling green hills, meandering streams, and clusters of ancient trees. The landscape is dotted with traditional cottages and farmhouses, which add to its idyllic appeal. Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, with farming being a common profession among the residents.

Croydon boasts a rich history, with traces of human habitation dating back to prehistoric times. The village is home to several historical landmarks, including a medieval church that stands as a testament to its heritage. The church, dedicated to St. John the Evangelist, showcases stunning architecture and serves as a focal point for the community.

Although Croydon is predominantly a residential area, it offers a range of amenities to its residents. These include a primary school, a village hall, and a local pub that serves as a social hub for the villagers. The village also benefits from excellent transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to neighboring towns and cities.

Overall, Croydon, Cambridgeshire is a charming village that embraces its rural roots while providing a peaceful and close-knit community for its residents.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.128575/-0.078711476 or Grid Reference TL3149. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A track with a puddle Not an uncommon sight this summer!

This square was harder to get into than I expected: the bridleway shown in the SW seems to be no longer public, or at least not signed as such. This track just squeezes into the northern edge.
A track with a puddle
Not an uncommon sight this summer! This square was harder to get into than I expected: the bridleway shown in the SW seems to be no longer public, or at least not signed as such. This track just squeezes into the northern edge.
Croydon
Croydon
The old Church Hall in Wendy <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/wendy.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/wendy.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The old Church Hall in Wendy
The old turnpike Toll Bar cottage, Croydon, Cambs – on the B1042 at the Shingay-cum-Wendy junction.
The old turnpike Toll Bar cottage, Croydon, Cambs
– on the B1042 at the Shingay-cum-Wendy junction.
Clopton deserted medieval village, Cambs deserted during the early 16th century now only earthwork traces of the village layout exist terraced into the hillside –  <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/leisure/archaeology/outreach/sites/site_southcambs.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/leisure/archaeology/outreach/sites/site_southcambs.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Clopton deserted medieval village, Cambs
deserted during the early 16th century now only earthwork traces of the village layout exist terraced into the hillside – LinkExternal link
Panorama of Clopton medieval village from the north Well worth the 1/3 mile walk from the parking place to visit and spend a while.  <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/leisure/archaeology/outreach/sites/site_southcambs.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/leisure/archaeology/outreach/sites/site_southcambs.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Panorama of Clopton medieval village from the north
Well worth the 1/3 mile walk from the parking place to visit and spend a while. LinkExternal link
Croydon Hill
Croydon Hill
Entrance to Low Farm, Croydon, Cambs in the Rhee (Cam) valley; view from the B1042 Lower Road.
Entrance to Low Farm, Croydon, Cambs
in the Rhee (Cam) valley; view from the B1042 Lower Road.
The Cam valley after harvest, Arrington, Cambs – view SE from the edge of the boulder clay plateau on Croydon Road, with the Chalk escarpment above Royston in the far distance.
The Cam valley after harvest, Arrington, Cambs
– view SE from the edge of the boulder clay plateau on Croydon Road, with the Chalk escarpment above Royston in the far distance.
Curved hedgerow and golden stubble, Croydon, Cambs – view SE from the B1042 Lower Road, across the valley to the River Cam or Rhee.
Curved hedgerow and golden stubble, Croydon, Cambs
– view SE from the B1042 Lower Road, across the valley to the River Cam or Rhee.
Unusable footbridge Heavily overgrown and impassable footbridge just north of Wendy, Cambridgeshire. Actually the photo is deceptive as the bridge crosses a dry stream and there is a clear track alternative just beyond the right edge of the picture.
Unusable footbridge
Heavily overgrown and impassable footbridge just north of Wendy, Cambridgeshire. Actually the photo is deceptive as the bridge crosses a dry stream and there is a clear track alternative just beyond the right edge of the picture.
The Queen Adelaide P.H., Croydon
The Queen Adelaide P.H., Croydon
Trig point on Croydon Hill Footpath runs to the west of this trig point and not to the east as shown on the map.
Trig point on Croydon Hill
Footpath runs to the west of this trig point and not to the east as shown on the map.
A1198 Ermine Way The view north along Ermine Way from the garage towards the village
A1198 Ermine Way
The view north along Ermine Way from the garage towards the village
Old Milepost Old milepost on the A1198 near to Arrington, Cambridgeshire for close up view see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1536973" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1536973">Link</a> and for more info on the stone see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://milestones.megalithia.com/sites/tl330497.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://milestones.megalithia.com/sites/tl330497.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> do have a look at their home page.
Old Milepost
Old milepost on the A1198 near to Arrington, Cambridgeshire for close up view see Link and for more info on the stone see LinkExternal link do have a look at their home page.
Old Milepost Old milepost on the A1198 near to Arrington, Cambridgeshire for overall view see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1536966" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1536966">Link</a> and for more info on the stone see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://milestones.megalithia.com/sites/tl330497.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://milestones.megalithia.com/sites/tl330497.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> do have a look at their home page.
Old Milepost
Old milepost on the A1198 near to Arrington, Cambridgeshire for overall view see Link and for more info on the stone see LinkExternal link do have a look at their home page.
Font and Paschal Candle, All Saints, Croydon, Cambs. The candle is in its traditional place beside the font. It is usually replaced each year and lit for the first time at Easter. It symbolises the Resurrection, an important aspect of baptism.
Font and Paschal Candle, All Saints, Croydon, Cambs.
The candle is in its traditional place beside the font. It is usually replaced each year and lit for the first time at Easter. It symbolises the Resurrection, an important aspect of baptism.
Bottom of Croydon Hill It's a steep hill to find in Cambridgeshire!  On the road junction at the bottom of Croydon Hill, the road to Croydon village leads off to the right.
Bottom of Croydon Hill
It's a steep hill to find in Cambridgeshire! On the road junction at the bottom of Croydon Hill, the road to Croydon village leads off to the right.
Show me another place!

Croydon is located at Grid Ref: TL3149 (Lat: 52.128575, Lng: -0.078711476)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Pub
The Queen Adelaide
Addr Postcode: SG8 0DN
Addr Street: High Street
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Post Box
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Croydon
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Place: village
Wikidata: Q2418825
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Townhall
Croydon Village Hall
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war memorial
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Manor Farm
Landuse: farm
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Bus Stop
The Queen Adelaide
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The Queen Adelaide
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Naptan Landmark: The Queen Adelaide
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Naptan Street: High Street
Naptan Verified: no
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Parking
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