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Flittermere Gorse

Wood, Forest in Huntingdonshire Huntingdonshire

England

Flittermere Gorse

New hedge planting and established hedgerow
New hedge planting and established hedgerow Credit: P Gaskell

Flittermere Gorse, located in Huntingdonshire, is a picturesque woodland area known for its diverse flora and fauna. Covering an approximate area of several square miles, this enchanting forest attracts nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

The woodland is predominantly composed of gorse, a spiny evergreen shrub that blooms with vibrant yellow flowers during the spring and summer months. This striking display of color, combined with the sweet fragrance of the gorse flowers, creates an idyllic setting for visitors to immerse themselves in nature.

Flittermere Gorse is home to a wide array of wildlife. Birdwatchers can spot various species, including woodpeckers, buzzards, and tawny owls, among others. The forest's dense undergrowth and old trees provide shelter for small mammals such as foxes, badgers, and rabbits. It is not uncommon to encounter deer gracefully grazing in the clearings, adding to the area's natural charm.

Several walking trails wind through Flittermere Gorse, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the woodland's hidden treasures. These paths meander through ancient oak and beech trees, providing shade during summer and a colorful canopy during autumn. The forest floor is carpeted with ferns, bluebells, and other wildflowers, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors.

For those seeking a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, Flittermere Gorse is the perfect destination. Its serene atmosphere, diverse ecosystem, and natural beauty make it a haven for nature lovers and a valuable asset to the Huntingdonshire region.

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Flittermere Gorse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.454678/-0.35601282 or Grid Reference TL1185. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

New hedge planting and established hedgerow
New hedge planting and established hedgerow
Important delivery Grainstore brewery vehicle delivering important liquid refreshment to the Fox and Hounds public house.
Important delivery
Grainstore brewery vehicle delivering important liquid refreshment to the Fox and Hounds public house.
Grain lorry Volvo bulker operated by Pytchley Farms Ltd
Grain lorry
Volvo bulker operated by Pytchley Farms Ltd
Highfield Transport Retford based haulier of farm produce.
Highfield Transport
Retford based haulier of farm produce.
Stennetts Transport Bury St Edmunds based haulier of farm produce.
Stennetts Transport
Bury St Edmunds based haulier of farm produce.
Supercrete 8 Wheeler Tipper lorry delivering aggregate to the farm.
Supercrete 8 Wheeler
Tipper lorry delivering aggregate to the farm.
A lift crane hire Crane on lifting duty at a building site in the village.
A lift crane hire
Crane on lifting duty at a building site in the village.
Palletways Distribution A rigid curtainsider from the PC Howard fleet sign written for the Palletways Distribution franchise.
Palletways Distribution
A rigid curtainsider from the PC Howard fleet sign written for the Palletways Distribution franchise.
Brick haulier Foley & Miles, brick hauliers and general goods based in Essex and Kent.
Brick haulier
Foley & Miles, brick hauliers and general goods based in Essex and Kent.
Steward Haulage Kent based haulier speacilising in bricks and blocks.
Steward Haulage
Kent based haulier speacilising in bricks and blocks.
Midday New Year's Day 2016 A drab overcast day following the lightest of overnight frost. The speed limit sign now has an addition, along with the Neighbour Hood Watch scheme we now have Community Speed Watch signage.
Midday New Year's Day 2016
A drab overcast day following the lightest of overnight frost. The speed limit sign now has an addition, along with the Neighbour Hood Watch scheme we now have Community Speed Watch signage.
2015 Tour of Cambridgeshire The first Tour of Cambridgeshire took place in stunning sunny weather. It was the first time a mass participant charity cycle ride had been run as a Gran Fondo event <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sueryder.org/Get-involved/Events/All-events/2016/June/Tour%20of%20Cambs?gclid=CjwKEAiA5Ji0BRC5huTCyOTR3wISJACH4Bx43RO5cVMOgMp29smBCM7kBm6sM1vJKixdynKaBwhaTxoCQ1rw_wcB" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sueryder.org/Get-involved/Events/All-events/2016/June/Tour%20of%20Cambs?gclid=CjwKEAiA5Ji0BRC5huTCyOTR3wISJACH4Bx43RO5cVMOgMp29smBCM7kBm6sM1vJKixdynKaBwhaTxoCQ1rw_wcB">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 pre organisation in notifying the communities affected by road closures was a bit off the mark causing a few disgruntled residents along the route. Something if repeated I'm sure the organisers will get right because from a spectators point of view it was a unique and satisfying experience sitting on the verge consuming a picnic, clapping for ever and anticipating what 5000 cyclist might look like storming through the village. Next time round they will be lucky to get such a glorious day.
2015 Tour of Cambridgeshire
The first Tour of Cambridgeshire took place in stunning sunny weather. It was the first time a mass participant charity cycle ride had been run as a Gran Fondo event LinkExternal link The pre organisation in notifying the communities affected by road closures was a bit off the mark causing a few disgruntled residents along the route. Something if repeated I'm sure the organisers will get right because from a spectators point of view it was a unique and satisfying experience sitting on the verge consuming a picnic, clapping for ever and anticipating what 5000 cyclist might look like storming through the village. Next time round they will be lucky to get such a glorious day.
Welcome sign (hastily done) for the Gran Fondo Welcoming sign to counter the negative vibe about road closures and show support en route for a huge cycle event. The first Tour of Cambridgeshire took place in stunning sunny weather. It was the first time a mass participant charity cycle ride had been run as a Gran Fondo event <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sueryder.org/Get-involved/Events/All-events/2016/June/Tour%20of%20Cambs?gclid=CjwKEAiA5Ji0BRC5huTCyOTR3wISJACH4Bx43RO5cVMOgMp29smBCM7kBm6sM1vJKixdynKaBwhaTxoCQ1rw_wcB" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sueryder.org/Get-involved/Events/All-events/2016/June/Tour%20of%20Cambs?gclid=CjwKEAiA5Ji0BRC5huTCyOTR3wISJACH4Bx43RO5cVMOgMp29smBCM7kBm6sM1vJKixdynKaBwhaTxoCQ1rw_wcB">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 pre organisation in notifying the communities affected by road closures was a bit off the mark causing a few disgruntled residents along the route. Something if repeated I'm sure the organisers will get right because from a spectators point of view it was a unique and satisfying experience sitting on the verge consuming a picnic, clapping for ever and anticipating what 5000 cyclist might look like storming through the village. Next time round they will be lucky to get such a glorious day.
Welcome sign (hastily done) for the Gran Fondo
Welcoming sign to counter the negative vibe about road closures and show support en route for a huge cycle event. The first Tour of Cambridgeshire took place in stunning sunny weather. It was the first time a mass participant charity cycle ride had been run as a Gran Fondo event LinkExternal link The pre organisation in notifying the communities affected by road closures was a bit off the mark causing a few disgruntled residents along the route. Something if repeated I'm sure the organisers will get right because from a spectators point of view it was a unique and satisfying experience sitting on the verge consuming a picnic, clapping for ever and anticipating what 5000 cyclist might look like storming through the village. Next time round they will be lucky to get such a glorious day.
Outriders for the 2015 Gran Fondo The first Tour of Cambridgeshire took place in stunning sunny weather. It was the first time a mass participant charity cycle ride had been run as a Gran Fondo event <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sueryder.org/Get-involved/Events/All-events/2016/June/Tour%20of%20Cambs?gclid=CjwKEAiA5Ji0BRC5huTCyOTR3wISJACH4Bx43RO5cVMOgMp29smBCM7kBm6sM1vJKixdynKaBwhaTxoCQ1rw_wcB" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sueryder.org/Get-involved/Events/All-events/2016/June/Tour%20of%20Cambs?gclid=CjwKEAiA5Ji0BRC5huTCyOTR3wISJACH4Bx43RO5cVMOgMp29smBCM7kBm6sM1vJKixdynKaBwhaTxoCQ1rw_wcB">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 pre organisation in notifying the communities affected by road closures was a bit off the mark causing a few disgruntled residents along the route. Something if repeated I'm sure the organisers will get right because from a spectators point of view it was a unique and satisfying experience sitting on the verge consuming a picnic, clapping for ever and anticipating what 5000 cyclist might look like storming through the village. Next time round they will be lucky to get such a glorious day.
Outriders for the 2015 Gran Fondo
The first Tour of Cambridgeshire took place in stunning sunny weather. It was the first time a mass participant charity cycle ride had been run as a Gran Fondo event LinkExternal link The pre organisation in notifying the communities affected by road closures was a bit off the mark causing a few disgruntled residents along the route. Something if repeated I'm sure the organisers will get right because from a spectators point of view it was a unique and satisfying experience sitting on the verge consuming a picnic, clapping for ever and anticipating what 5000 cyclist might look like storming through the village. Next time round they will be lucky to get such a glorious day.
Clap clap clap clap With up to 5000 cyclists going past, that was a lot of clapping. We shall have to study the Tour de France for alternative roadside expressions of support although I'll rule out a Mankini! The first Tour of Cambridgeshire took place in stunning sunny weather. It was the first time a mass participant charity cycle ride had been run as a Gran Fondo event <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sueryder.org/Get-involved/Events/All-events/2016/June/Tour%20of%20Cambs?gclid=CjwKEAiA5Ji0BRC5huTCyOTR3wISJACH4Bx43RO5cVMOgMp29smBCM7kBm6sM1vJKixdynKaBwhaTxoCQ1rw_wcB" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sueryder.org/Get-involved/Events/All-events/2016/June/Tour%20of%20Cambs?gclid=CjwKEAiA5Ji0BRC5huTCyOTR3wISJACH4Bx43RO5cVMOgMp29smBCM7kBm6sM1vJKixdynKaBwhaTxoCQ1rw_wcB">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 pre organisation in notifying the communities affected by road closures was a bit off the mark causing a few disgruntled residents along the route. Something if repeated I'm sure the organisers will get right because from a spectators point of view it was a unique and satisfying experience sitting on the verge consuming a picnic, clapping for ever and anticipating what 5000 cyclist might look like storming through the village. Next time round they will be lucky to get such a glorious day.
Clap clap clap clap
With up to 5000 cyclists going past, that was a lot of clapping. We shall have to study the Tour de France for alternative roadside expressions of support although I'll rule out a Mankini! The first Tour of Cambridgeshire took place in stunning sunny weather. It was the first time a mass participant charity cycle ride had been run as a Gran Fondo event LinkExternal link The pre organisation in notifying the communities affected by road closures was a bit off the mark causing a few disgruntled residents along the route. Something if repeated I'm sure the organisers will get right because from a spectators point of view it was a unique and satisfying experience sitting on the verge consuming a picnic, clapping for ever and anticipating what 5000 cyclist might look like storming through the village. Next time round they will be lucky to get such a glorious day.
Removal trucks on main Street Removal men waiting for the key holder.
Removal trucks on main Street
Removal men waiting for the key holder.
Bulker lorry A Witham Plant Hire bulker manoeuvring in a farm yard after being loaded with grain.
Bulker lorry
A Witham Plant Hire bulker manoeuvring in a farm yard after being loaded with grain.
Wide load on the B660 A portable building being transported to a fresh location by David Watson Transport.
Wide load on the B660
A portable building being transported to a fresh location by David Watson Transport.
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Flittermere Gorse is located at Grid Ref: TL1185 (Lat: 52.454678, Lng: -0.35601282)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: Huntingdonshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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