Ditton Green

Settlement in Cambridgeshire East Cambridgeshire

England

Ditton Green

Two miles to Newmarket Looking towards Newmarket on Woodditton Road. The crossroad is staggered: Stetchworth and Dullingham to the left, Cheveley to the right (out of the picture).
Two miles to Newmarket Credit: John Sutton

Ditton Green is a small village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. It is situated approximately 9 miles north of the city of Cambridge and lies within the district of South Cambridgeshire. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a peaceful and rural setting for its residents.

With a population of around 200 people, Ditton Green is a close-knit community that exudes a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The village consists mainly of traditional English cottages and houses, adding to its charm and character. The architecture reflects the village's long-standing history, with some buildings dating back several centuries.

Ditton Green is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good transportation links. The A14 road runs close to the village, providing easy access to Cambridge, Huntingdon, and beyond. Additionally, there are regular bus services that connect Ditton Green to surrounding areas.

Although small in size, the village has a strong sense of community spirit. It has a local pub, which serves as a hub for social gatherings and events. The village also has a primary school, providing education for the local children.

The surrounding countryside offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby River Cam is a popular spot for boating and fishing enthusiasts.

Overall, Ditton Green is a delightful village that offers a tranquil and idyllic lifestyle for its residents, with its historic charm, strong community spirit, and beautiful countryside setting.

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Ditton Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.197481/0.42601 or Grid Reference TL6558. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Two miles to Newmarket Looking towards Newmarket on Woodditton Road. The crossroad is staggered: Stetchworth and Dullingham to the left, Cheveley to the right (out of the picture).
Two miles to Newmarket
Looking towards Newmarket on Woodditton Road. The crossroad is staggered: Stetchworth and Dullingham to the left, Cheveley to the right (out of the picture).
Bluebells in Basefield Wood
Bluebells in Basefield Wood
Field by Basefield Wood
Field by Basefield Wood
Saxon Street and Rutland Stud, looking towards Little Ditton: aerial 2022
Saxon Street and Rutland Stud, looking towards Little Ditton: aerial 2022
A fine autumn morning in East Cambridgeshire The road from Woodditton to Stetchworth.
A fine autumn morning in East Cambridgeshire
The road from Woodditton to Stetchworth.
Stetchworth Ley: barns at Ley Farm A mild and cloudless morning in October.
Stetchworth Ley: barns at Ley Farm
A mild and cloudless morning in October.
A line of trees near Stetchworth Ley The trees crossing the picture line a drain. Ditton Green water tower shows in the distance beyond them.
A line of trees near Stetchworth Ley
The trees crossing the picture line a drain. Ditton Green water tower shows in the distance beyond them.
Stetchworth Ley: footpath to Ditton Green The shadowed north-western edge of Great Chitlings Wood is on the right and Little Chitlings Wood in the distance in the centre of the picture.
Stetchworth Ley: footpath to Ditton Green
The shadowed north-western edge of Great Chitlings Wood is on the right and Little Chitlings Wood in the distance in the centre of the picture.
Autumn in East Cambridgeshire The road from Stetchworth Park Farm to Stetchworth on a mild and cloudless October morning.
Autumn in East Cambridgeshire
The road from Stetchworth Park Farm to Stetchworth on a mild and cloudless October morning.
Stetchworth Ley: Round House On the edge of Great Chitlings Wood.
Stetchworth Ley: Round House
On the edge of Great Chitlings Wood.
Towards Charcoals Wood In the gentle hills of East Cambridgeshire on a bright October morning.
Towards Charcoals Wood
In the gentle hills of East Cambridgeshire on a bright October morning.
Towards Basefield Wood A fine October view from the road from Stetchworth Park Farm to Stetchworth (right).
Towards Basefield Wood
A fine October view from the road from Stetchworth Park Farm to Stetchworth (right).
Towards Stetchworth Ley The road from Stetchworth Park Farm (where the road ends) to Stetchworth on a cloudless October morning.
Towards Stetchworth Ley
The road from Stetchworth Park Farm (where the road ends) to Stetchworth on a cloudless October morning.
Signpost near Lower Ley Farm This is where the lane to Stetchworth Ley and Stetchworth Park Farm (no through road) leaves the road from Stetchworth to Woodditton.
Signpost near Lower Ley Farm
This is where the lane to Stetchworth Ley and Stetchworth Park Farm (no through road) leaves the road from Stetchworth to Woodditton.
Stetchworth: flint and pantiles A row of cottages whose Gothick ground-floor window and door reveals suggest they might have been built early in the 19th century.
Stetchworth: flint and pantiles
A row of cottages whose Gothick ground-floor window and door reveals suggest they might have been built early in the 19th century.
Stetchworth: The Marquis of Granby A 19th-century brick pub at the corner of High Street (ahead) and Tea Kettle Lane the road to Dullingham.
Stetchworth: The Marquis of Granby
A 19th-century brick pub at the corner of High Street (ahead) and Tea Kettle Lane the road to Dullingham.
Entering Stetchworth Bright sunlight and deep shadows on a fine October morning. This is where the road from Dullingham meets Mill Lane (left) and Tea Kettle Lane (ahead).
Entering Stetchworth
Bright sunlight and deep shadows on a fine October morning. This is where the road from Dullingham meets Mill Lane (left) and Tea Kettle Lane (ahead).
Nearing Saxon Street on School Road This is the road from Woodditton. The first three houses are an early Council-built type which is found in other Cambridgeshire villages.
Nearing Saxon Street on School Road
This is the road from Woodditton. The first three houses are an early Council-built type which is found in other Cambridgeshire villages.
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Ditton Green is located at Grid Ref: TL6558 (Lat: 52.197481, Lng: 0.42601)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: East Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.197481,0.42601
Woodditton
Is In: Suffolk,England,UK
Place: village
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Post Box
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Pub
Three Blackbirds
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Bus Stop
Water Tower
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Bus Stop
Water Tower
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
West End
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
Kirtling Road
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Turning Loop
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Public Bookcase
Booth: K6
Colour: red
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Man Made: telephone_box
Operator: Woodditton Parish Council
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Waste Basket
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Waste Basket
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Waste Basket
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Waste Basket
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