The Rookery

Wood, Forest in Huntingdonshire Huntingdonshire

England

The Rookery

St Margarets Church - Abbotsley Photo taken after the two huge chestnut trees were cut back to reveal the Church in all its splendour. The church has undergone a long period of restoration bringing it back from near dereliction.
St Margarets Church - Abbotsley Credit: Steve Jaikens

The Rookery, located in Huntingdonshire, is a captivating woodland area known for its serene atmosphere and abundant wildlife. Spanning over a vast expanse, the forest offers a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

The woodland is predominantly composed of towering oak and beech trees, which create a dense canopy, providing ample shade and shelter for the various inhabitants of the forest. The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of moss and fallen leaves, adding to the mystical allure of the surroundings.

The Rookery is renowned for its rich biodiversity, housing a wide array of animal species. Visitors may encounter the likes of deer, foxes, badgers, rabbits, and an assortment of bird species that call the forest their home. The tranquil ambiance of the woodland is further enhanced by the gentle chirping of birds and the occasional rustling of leaves as creatures traverse through the undergrowth.

Hikers and nature lovers will find themselves spoiled for choice with the numerous trails that wind through the forest. These paths offer a chance to explore the beauty of The Rookery, leading visitors to hidden streams, small ponds, and picturesque clearings. The forest also boasts several picnic areas, making it an ideal spot for families and friends to enjoy a leisurely outdoor meal surrounded by nature's serenity.

Overall, The Rookery in Huntingdonshire is a captivating woodland retreat that offers a respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its enchanting beauty and diverse wildlife, it is a must-visit destination for those seeking solace in nature.

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The Rookery Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.208456/-0.20598182 or Grid Reference TL2258. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Margarets Church - Abbotsley Photo taken after the two huge chestnut trees were cut back to reveal the Church in all its splendour. The church has undergone a long period of restoration bringing it back from near dereliction.
St Margarets Church - Abbotsley
Photo taken after the two huge chestnut trees were cut back to reveal the Church in all its splendour. The church has undergone a long period of restoration bringing it back from near dereliction.
New Row - High Street - Abbotsley The farthest end dwelling was the Butchers and Grocers and the Post Office. It is now a house.
New Row - High Street - Abbotsley
The farthest end dwelling was the Butchers and Grocers and the Post Office. It is now a house.
Carved wooden Village Sign This wooden Sign was donated by the Abbotsley Society in 1984 and is situated at Eight Bells corner. (Opposite the pub of the same name)
Carved wooden Village Sign
This wooden Sign was donated by the Abbotsley Society in 1984 and is situated at Eight Bells corner. (Opposite the pub of the same name)
Village Hall - Abbotsley Above the door is a sign proclaiming "Best kept Village 1993"
Village Hall - Abbotsley
Above the door is a sign proclaiming "Best kept Village 1993"
Abbotsley Brook, Abbotsley, Cambs a tributary of the River Gt Ouse, looking upstream where it is crossed by Abbotsley Road.
Abbotsley Brook, Abbotsley, Cambs
a tributary of the River Gt Ouse, looking upstream where it is crossed by Abbotsley Road.
Farmland from Cambridge Road, Croxton, Cambs – view SSE across the West Cambs Chalky Boulder Clay plateau towards Weald Medieval Village site.
Farmland from Cambridge Road, Croxton, Cambs
– view SSE across the West Cambs Chalky Boulder Clay plateau towards Weald Medieval Village site.
Abbotsley Road, Croxton, Cambs – view N across the valley draining Croxton Park.
Abbotsley Road, Croxton, Cambs
– view N across the valley draining Croxton Park.
Landscape with wheat fields, Croxton, Cambs – view NW from Abbotsley Road; upper slopes and plateau are Chalky Boulder Clay while lower valley slopes are Jurassic clay.
Landscape with wheat fields, Croxton, Cambs
– view NW from Abbotsley Road; upper slopes and plateau are Chalky Boulder Clay while lower valley slopes are Jurassic clay.
Entrance to Wintringham Hall and Farm
Entrance to Wintringham Hall and Farm
Drey House care home.
Drey House care home.
The long drive to Manor Farm
The long drive to Manor Farm
RUPP through Hail Lane Plantation
RUPP through Hail Lane Plantation
Track towards Hen Brook
Track towards Hen Brook
Overgrown footpath near Lansbury Farm Footpath follows the course of a Roman road.
Overgrown footpath near Lansbury Farm
Footpath follows the course of a Roman road.
Caldecote Manor Farm near Abbotsley The farm buildings at the approach to the manor are hidden by the trees in the extensive garden - and there is a moat in there somewhere too.
Caldecote Manor Farm near Abbotsley
The farm buildings at the approach to the manor are hidden by the trees in the extensive garden - and there is a moat in there somewhere too.
Footpath from Hail Lane Abbotsley to St Neots The straighforward path in the picture has replaced the complex of paths marked on the map, probably due to agricultural rationalisation and disappearing hedges. The view north-westwards includes Lower Wintringham, hidden by trees on the skyline.
Footpath from Hail Lane Abbotsley to St Neots
The straighforward path in the picture has replaced the complex of paths marked on the map, probably due to agricultural rationalisation and disappearing hedges. The view north-westwards includes Lower Wintringham, hidden by trees on the skyline.
Footpath from Eynesbury Hardwick to Abbotsley A pleasant path across hilly fields towards Abbotsley. Eynesbury, where the path begins, is an ancient moated house, one of several in the district to survive, though these days its grounds feature a recently established golf course.
Footpath from Eynesbury Hardwick to Abbotsley
A pleasant path across hilly fields towards Abbotsley. Eynesbury, where the path begins, is an ancient moated house, one of several in the district to survive, though these days its grounds feature a recently established golf course.
Abbotsley Brook The footbridge carries the footpath from Abbotsley to Croxton across Abbotsley Brook.
Abbotsley Brook
The footbridge carries the footpath from Abbotsley to Croxton across Abbotsley Brook.
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The Rookery is located at Grid Ref: TL2258 (Lat: 52.208456, Lng: -0.20598182)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: Huntingdonshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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