Fen Common, East

Settlement in Cambridgeshire East Cambridgeshire

England

Fen Common, East

Farmland off the A142
Farmland off the A142 Credit: JThomas

Fen Common is a small village located in the eastern part of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated in the heart of the Fens, the village is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil and rural setting.

With a population of around 500 residents, Fen Common exudes a strong sense of community and provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is known for its friendly atmosphere and welcoming locals.

Despite its small size, Fen Common boasts a number of amenities and facilities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, a post office, and a local pub, which serves as a central meeting point for villagers.

Nature lovers will find plenty to explore in Fen Common, as the village is surrounded by vast areas of fenland and open fields. The area is home to various species of birds and wildlife, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching and nature walks.

In terms of transportation, Fen Common is well-connected to nearby towns and cities. The village is located just a few miles away from the city of Ely, which offers a wider range of amenities and transport links. Additionally, Fen Common benefits from good road connections, with the A10 and A142 roads providing easy access to surrounding areas.

Overall, Fen Common is a charming and close-knit village that offers a peaceful and rural lifestyle, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a tranquil countryside setting.

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Fen Common, East Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.334808/0.349849 or Grid Reference TL6073. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farmland off the A142
Farmland off the A142
A142 towards Newmarket
A142 towards Newmarket
East Fen Farm
East Fen Farm
East Fen Drove
East Fen Drove
Footpath off East Fen Drove
Footpath off East Fen Drove
Farmland off East Fen Drove
Farmland off East Fen Drove
East Fen Drove
East Fen Drove
Track to Mardon Farm
Track to Mardon Farm
Farmland, Soham Fen
Farmland, Soham Fen
East Fen Drove
East Fen Drove
Soham Lode See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cambridgeshire_Lodes#Soham_Lode" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cambridgeshire_Lodes#Soham_Lode">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 tower of St. Andrew, Soham is visible in the distance.
Soham Lode
See LinkExternal link . The tower of St. Andrew, Soham is visible in the distance.
East Fen Common, Soham
East Fen Common, Soham
Footbridge over Soham Lode
Footbridge over Soham Lode
East Fen Drove
East Fen Drove
Downfield Windmill, Soham Works are planned for later in 2013 to repair the mill with a grant from English Heritage.
Downfield Windmill, Soham
Works are planned for later in 2013 to repair the mill with a grant from English Heritage.
Military Road, Soham With a BP garage on the left, the A1123 approached the Fordham Road roundabout.
Military Road, Soham
With a BP garage on the left, the A1123 approached the Fordham Road roundabout.
A142 heading south near Soham
A142 heading south near Soham
A142 crosses the Soham Lode
A142 crosses the Soham Lode
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Fen Common, East is located at Grid Ref: TL6073 (Lat: 52.334808, Lng: 0.349849)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: East Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Located within 500m of 52.334808,0.349849
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 52.3338198/0.3436289
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Pharmacy
Lloyds Pharmacy
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.3383416/0.346262
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Lat/Long: 52.3336288/0.3446402
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Lat/Long: 52.3331207/0.3445597
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