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Hunt's Close Gorse

Wood, Forest in Huntingdonshire Huntingdonshire

England

Hunt's Close Gorse

Railway infrastructure remains Brick remains of a path access under the former Thrapston Huntingdon railway.
Railway infrastructure remains Credit: Michael Trolove

Hunt's Close Gorse is a small wooded area located in Huntingdonshire, England. Covering approximately 20 acres, the gorse is characterized by its dense thicket of spiny evergreen shrubs that provide a natural habitat for a variety of wildlife. The gorse is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species, including birds, insects, and small mammals.

The woodland is primarily composed of native trees such as oak, birch, and beech, as well as a variety of flowering plants and ferns. The gorse also features a network of walking trails that allow visitors to explore the natural beauty of the area.

Hunt's Close Gorse is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for birdwatching, photography, and hiking. The tranquil atmosphere of the woodland provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, making it a perfect spot for relaxation and reflection.

Overall, Hunt's Close Gorse is a charming natural retreat that showcases the beauty and diversity of the English countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.344194/-0.44484941 or Grid Reference TL0672. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Railway infrastructure remains Brick remains of a path access under the former Thrapston Huntingdon railway.
Railway infrastructure remains
Brick remains of a path access under the former Thrapston Huntingdon railway.
Catworth Lodge Viewed from the Three Shires Way.
Catworth Lodge
Viewed from the Three Shires Way.
Former railway infrastructure Brick remains of a path access under the former Thrapston Huntingdon railway.
Former railway infrastructure
Brick remains of a path access under the former Thrapston Huntingdon railway.
Former railway embankment Embankment of the former Thrapston Huntingdon railway. Closed in 1964.
Former railway embankment
Embankment of the former Thrapston Huntingdon railway. Closed in 1964.
Another end of the line An abrupt stop for the Huntingdon Thrapston railway line. Since it closed in 1964 no matter. The land has been returned to arable farming.
Another end of the line
An abrupt stop for the Huntingdon Thrapston railway line. Since it closed in 1964 no matter. The land has been returned to arable farming.
Footbridge for footpath branching off the Three Shires Way Footpath 43/8a to Catworth.
Footbridge for footpath branching off the Three Shires Way
Footpath 43/8a to Catworth.
Track to Clack Barn Bridleway on top of Mickle Hill heading towards Clack Barns. Incidentally if you have lost a pair of spectacles, these were left on the gate post.
Track to Clack Barn
Bridleway on top of Mickle Hill heading towards Clack Barns. Incidentally if you have lost a pair of spectacles, these were left on the gate post.
Leaf information boards Part of a greater environmental understanding to inform and educate, the farm along this track has information boards to explain farming activities and the interaction with the environment.<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.leafuk.org/leaf/home.eb" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.leafuk.org/leaf/home.eb">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> You may have seen and even used a product specific to this farm, Farringtons Mellow Yellow rape seed oil.
Leaf information boards
Part of a greater environmental understanding to inform and educate, the farm along this track has information boards to explain farming activities and the interaction with the environment.LinkExternal link You may have seen and even used a product specific to this farm, Farringtons Mellow Yellow rape seed oil.
Track to Clack Barn The information board near the tree explains the environmental link with arable farming <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.leafuk.org/leaf/home.eb" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.leafuk.org/leaf/home.eb">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>
Track to Clack Barn
The information board near the tree explains the environmental link with arable farming LinkExternal link
Clack Barn across the pond A range of traditional farm buildings along the ridge of Mickle Hill.
Clack Barn across the pond
A range of traditional farm buildings along the ridge of Mickle Hill.
Clack Barn buildings Traditional farm buildings.
Clack Barn buildings
Traditional farm buildings.
Leaf information boards by the bridleway The public are well served with information boards about the approach to environmental farming on this particular farm. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.leafuk.org/leaf/home.eb" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.leafuk.org/leaf/home.eb">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>
Leaf information boards by the bridleway
The public are well served with information boards about the approach to environmental farming on this particular farm. LinkExternal link
Clack Barn Track leading up to Clack Barn on Mickle Hill ridge.
Clack Barn
Track leading up to Clack Barn on Mickle Hill ridge.
A stand of Poplar trees If felled will probably only be useful for composite boards.
A stand of Poplar trees
If felled will probably only be useful for composite boards.
A view from Clack Barns Primarily arable farming country with pockets of sheep and beef farms around the villages using old ridge and furrow pastures.
A view from Clack Barns
Primarily arable farming country with pockets of sheep and beef farms around the villages using old ridge and furrow pastures.
Clack lane Clack Lane towards Bythorn, a bridleway and farm access track.
Clack lane
Clack Lane towards Bythorn, a bridleway and farm access track.
Sheep feeders by Clack Lane A large acreage of Ridge and Furrow land lies by the A14 to the south of Bythorn therefore making good sheep grazing pastures.
Sheep feeders by Clack Lane
A large acreage of Ridge and Furrow land lies by the A14 to the south of Bythorn therefore making good sheep grazing pastures.
Near Crow's Nest Hill and Manchester Lodge Manchester Lodge is presumably named after the Duke of Manchester who was a land owner around here and enclosed large areas of land in the late C18.
Near Crow's Nest Hill and Manchester Lodge
Manchester Lodge is presumably named after the Duke of Manchester who was a land owner around here and enclosed large areas of land in the late C18.
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Hunt's Close Gorse is located at Grid Ref: TL0672 (Lat: 52.344194, Lng: -0.44484941)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: Huntingdonshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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