Arrington

Settlement in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Arrington

Croydon
Croydon Credit: mym

Arrington is a small village located in the South Cambridgeshire district of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated about 8 miles southwest of the city of Cambridge, it is nestled in a rural area surrounded by picturesque countryside. The village is home to around 100 residents, and its tranquil and idyllic setting makes it an attractive place to live.

Arrington has a rich history dating back to medieval times, with the Domesday Book of 1086 recording its existence. The village features a mix of architectural styles, including thatched cottages and timber-framed buildings, which add to its charm and character.

Despite its small size, Arrington offers a range of amenities for its residents. The village boasts a primary school, providing education for local children, and a community hall that hosts various events and activities. Additionally, there is a local pub that serves as a social hub for the community.

For those seeking outdoor recreation, Arrington offers several opportunities. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering ample walking and cycling routes for nature enthusiasts. Additionally, the nearby Wimpole Estate provides a vast expanse of parkland, woodlands, and gardens for residents to explore.

Arrington's location provides convenient access to the city of Cambridge, with its renowned universities, cultural attractions, and shopping facilities. The village is also well-connected to other towns and cities in the region, with good transport links by road and public transport.

Overall, Arrington is a charming and peaceful village, offering a close-knit community and a tranquil rural setting within easy reach of nearby amenities and cultural attractions.

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Arrington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.134395/-0.062113 or Grid Reference TL3250. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Croydon
Croydon
South Avenue, Wimpole, Cambs Charles Bridgeman's formal South Avenue, Wimpole, Cambs looking north towards Wimpole Hall from the A603; the original mature elms acquired Dutch Elm Disease and were felled in the 1970s and replaced with limes.
South Avenue, Wimpole, Cambs
Charles Bridgeman's formal South Avenue, Wimpole, Cambs looking north towards Wimpole Hall from the A603; the original mature elms acquired Dutch Elm Disease and were felled in the 1970s and replaced with limes.
Farmland, New Wimpole, Cambs Looking N across flat farmland from Cambridge Road towards Four Acre Covert.
Farmland, New Wimpole, Cambs
Looking N across flat farmland from Cambridge Road towards Four Acre Covert.
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.
The Queen Adelaide P.H., Croydon
The Queen Adelaide P.H., Croydon
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
Bridge over the River Cam The River Cam is little more than an overgrown stream here where this bridge carries the South Drive of Wimpole Hall over the river.
Bridge over the River Cam
The River Cam is little more than an overgrown stream here where this bridge carries the South Drive of Wimpole Hall over the river.
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.
The Wimpole and Arrington War Memorial, Wimpole Lodge This memorial is now hidden from the main road the A1198,for an earlier photograph see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.arrington.org.uk/memorial.asp" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.arrington.org.uk/memorial.asp">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 Wimpole and Arrington War Memorial, Wimpole Lodge
This memorial is now hidden from the main road the A1198,for an earlier photograph see LinkExternal link
Cottage on the A1198, Wimpole Lodge
Cottage on the A1198, Wimpole Lodge
Valley Farm
Valley Farm
Crop field, Valley Farm
Crop field, Valley Farm
B1042 heading east near Valley Farm
B1042 heading east near Valley Farm
Grazing, Bridge Farm
Grazing, Bridge Farm
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Arrington is located at Grid Ref: TL3250 (Lat: 52.134395, Lng: -0.062113)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.134395,-0.062113
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Source: survey
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Post Box
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Post Box
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Bus Stop
Church Lane
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Power: pole
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Park Bench: yes
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Leisure: playground
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Information: board
Operator: National Trust
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Barrier: kissing_gate
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Telephone
Defibrillator
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: inside red phone box at entrance to Arrington Village Gardens, corner of Church Lane and Ermine Way, Arrington
Emergency: defibrillator
Listed Status: Grade II
Man Made: telephone_box
Wikidata: Q26671458
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Bench
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The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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