Eltisley

Settlement in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Eltisley

Eltisley church
Eltisley church Credit: mym

Eltisley is a small village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated approximately 10 miles west of the city of Cambridge, Eltisley is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents.

With a population of around 500 people, Eltisley maintains a close-knit community atmosphere. The village is characterized by a mix of traditional and modern architecture, with charming thatched cottages blending seamlessly with more contemporary homes. The local St. Pandionia's Church, dating back to the 13th century, stands as a prominent landmark in the village.

Eltisley benefits from various amenities, including a well-regarded primary school, a village hall, and a local pub, The Eltisley. The pub serves as a social hub for residents and visitors alike, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The village also boasts a recreational ground, providing space for outdoor activities and sports.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits, with several walking and cycling routes crisscrossing the area. Eltisley is also conveniently located near the A428 road, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities.

Overall, Eltisley offers a peaceful and charming rural lifestyle, with its strong community spirit and beautiful surroundings. It is an ideal place for those seeking a tranquil and close-knit village experience, while still being within reach of the amenities and opportunities offered by larger nearby towns.

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Eltisley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.219628/-0.140257 or Grid Reference TL2759. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Eltisley church
Eltisley church
Eltisley churchyard ... the Ginger Guardian
Eltisley churchyard
... the Ginger Guardian
Croxton cross <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/croxton.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/croxton.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>
Croxton cross
Eltisley Cricket Club The thatched pavilion of Eltisley Cricket Club, seen from under a huge chestnut tree by the cricket pitch on the village green.
Eltisley Cricket Club
The thatched pavilion of Eltisley Cricket Club, seen from under a huge chestnut tree by the cricket pitch on the village green.
Hunts-Cambs county boundary, Gt Gransden The hedge and ditch mark the old county boundary south of Eltisley Wood.
Hunts-Cambs county boundary, Gt Gransden
The hedge and ditch mark the old county boundary south of Eltisley Wood.
Public footpath to Eltisley Wood, Eltisley, Cambs No dogs or cars.
Public footpath to Eltisley Wood, Eltisley, Cambs
No dogs or cars.
South Lodge Plantation, Croxton, Cambs The plantation lines the approach to Croxton Park from the South Lodge entrance on the B1040.
South Lodge Plantation, Croxton, Cambs
The plantation lines the approach to Croxton Park from the South Lodge entrance on the B1040.
Field opposite Leycourt Farm.
Field opposite Leycourt Farm.
A very wet Caxton Drift The ancient direct route between Eltisley and Caxton.
A very wet Caxton Drift
The ancient direct route between Eltisley and Caxton.
Concrete farm track to Eltisley Oak Ripening wheat on the left hand side.
Concrete farm track to Eltisley Oak
Ripening wheat on the left hand side.
Flat wheat fields between Eltisley and Caxton
Flat wheat fields between Eltisley and Caxton
Heading towards Eltisley Church Footpath heading towards Eltisley Church
Heading towards Eltisley Church
Footpath heading towards Eltisley Church
The Eltisley dining pub The eponymous village's only pub (formerly the Leeds Arms - see Ben Brooksbank's 1956 view <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4593044">TL2759 : Eltisley, 1956</a>) - reopened in November 2007 after extensive renovations.
The Eltisley dining pub
The eponymous village's only pub (formerly the Leeds Arms - see Ben Brooksbank's 1956 view TL2759 : Eltisley, 1956) - reopened in November 2007 after extensive renovations.
St Pandionia & St John the Baptist, Eltisley
St Pandionia & St John the Baptist, Eltisley
St Pandionia & St John the Baptist, Eltisley
St Pandionia & St John the Baptist, Eltisley
St Pandionia & St John the Baptist, Eltisley - Font
St Pandionia & St John the Baptist, Eltisley - Font
St Pandionia & St John the Baptist, Eltisley - Rood stairs
St Pandionia & St John the Baptist, Eltisley - Rood stairs
St Pandionia & St John the Baptist, Eltisley - Tomb recess
St Pandionia & St John the Baptist, Eltisley - Tomb recess
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Eltisley is located at Grid Ref: TL2759 (Lat: 52.219628, Lng: -0.140257)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

What 3 Words

///obstinate.behave.educated. Near Papworth Everard, Cambridgeshire

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Nearby Amenities

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Eltisley
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Recycling
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Post Box
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Telephone
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Bus Stop
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Social Club
Eltisley Social Club
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Bus Stop
St. John the Baptist's Church
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St. John the Baptist's Church
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Bus Stop
The Green Cricket Ground
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Bench
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