Elsworth

Settlement in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Elsworth

View of road to Elsworth Lodge The flat road leads into the distance, showing Elsworth Lodge and its windbreak line of trees.
View of road to Elsworth Lodge Credit: Sue Jones

Elsworth is a small village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated about 10 miles west of the city of Cambridge, Elsworth is nestled in the South Cambridgeshire district. The village has a population of around 650 people, giving it a close-knit and friendly atmosphere.

Elsworth boasts a rich history that dates back to the Anglo-Saxon era. The village is known for its picturesque landscape, with rolling countryside and charming cottages dotting the area. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, with farming playing a significant role in the community.

The village is home to St. Peter's Church, a stunning medieval building that stands as a prominent landmark in Elsworth. The church showcases intricate architecture and houses various historical artifacts. Additionally, Elsworth has a primary school that provides education for children in the local area.

For recreational activities, Elsworth offers several amenities to its residents. These include a village hall, a playing field, and a children's playground. The village also has a pub, The George and Dragon, where locals and visitors can enjoy a traditional English meal or a pint of ale.

Elsworth is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities through road networks. The A428 road passes by the village, providing easy access to Cambridge and other nearby locations. The village also benefits from a regular bus service, enabling residents to travel conveniently.

Overall, Elsworth is a charming and tranquil village that offers a peaceful countryside lifestyle, while still being within reach of the bustling city of Cambridge.

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Elsworth Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.255529/-0.072235 or Grid Reference TL3163. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View of road to Elsworth Lodge The flat road leads into the distance, showing Elsworth Lodge and its windbreak line of trees.
View of road to Elsworth Lodge
The flat road leads into the distance, showing Elsworth Lodge and its windbreak line of trees.
Field track Field track looking towards Papworth
Field track
Field track looking towards Papworth
Road heading towards B1040 Road North East of Papworth heading towards B1040
Road heading towards B1040
Road North East of Papworth heading towards B1040
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Knapwell, All Saints
Elsworth, Holy Trinity <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/elsworth.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/elsworth.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>
Elsworth, Holy Trinity
Rolling wheat fields An overview of the arable fields that cover much of this grid square (taken from just outside the square looking in).
Rolling wheat fields
An overview of the arable fields that cover much of this grid square (taken from just outside the square looking in).
Farmland south of Elsworth, Cambs The Chalky Boulder Clay plateau of west Cambridgeshire descends to the NE towards Elsworth; the large fields here resemble a 'wheat prairie'.
Farmland south of Elsworth, Cambs
The Chalky Boulder Clay plateau of west Cambridgeshire descends to the NE towards Elsworth; the large fields here resemble a 'wheat prairie'.
Road from Boxworth to Elsworth Taken from the layby, this shows the Boxworth-Elsworth road on the top of a fenland "hill" dropping 10m in 500m distance is the dip. Beyond are further fields and gentle hills typical of the area.
Road from Boxworth to Elsworth
Taken from the layby, this shows the Boxworth-Elsworth road on the top of a fenland "hill" dropping 10m in 500m distance is the dip. Beyond are further fields and gentle hills typical of the area.
Elsworth Lodge Farm
Elsworth Lodge Farm
Field and pylon There is little to distinguish one field from another!
Field and pylon
There is little to distinguish one field from another!
Footpath and field boundary This is true Cambridgeshire.
Footpath and field boundary
This is true Cambridgeshire.
Agricultural land of Cambridgeshire The small group of trees marks a field boundary.
Agricultural land of Cambridgeshire
The small group of trees marks a field boundary.
Reservoir in the flat lands of Cambridgeshire A glint of water is a useful addition to the commonplace scenery of Cambridgeshire.
Reservoir in the flat lands of Cambridgeshire
A glint of water is a useful addition to the commonplace scenery of Cambridgeshire.
Elsworth Mill, Elsworth, Cambs A capless tower mill (also known East Mill, Papworth's Mill or the Black Mill) nestling amongst trees along Boxworth Road east of the village. It replaced an earlier wooden smock mill, probably dating from around 1800 and destroyed by fire in 1854. It was converted into a house around 1935.
Elsworth Mill, Elsworth, Cambs
A capless tower mill (also known East Mill, Papworth's Mill or the Black Mill) nestling amongst trees along Boxworth Road east of the village. It replaced an earlier wooden smock mill, probably dating from around 1800 and destroyed by fire in 1854. It was converted into a house around 1935.
Elsworth church Elsworth church, Cambridgeshire, from the south.
Elsworth church
Elsworth church, Cambridgeshire, from the south.
Road To Pitt Dene Farm
Road To Pitt Dene Farm
Elsworth village A view east through the village of Elsworth. The road continues to Boxworth.
Elsworth village
A view east through the village of Elsworth. The road continues to Boxworth.
The road towards Elsworth from Conington
The road towards Elsworth from Conington
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Elsworth is located at Grid Ref: TL3163 (Lat: 52.255529, Lng: -0.072235)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

What 3 Words

///housework.regime.nibbled. Near Papworth Everard, Cambridgeshire

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