Park Belts

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Park Belts

Caxton Road at Common Farm, Great Gransden, Cambridgeshire The notice reads COMMON FARM but there is very little contrast so it is hardly legible.
Caxton Road at Common Farm, Great Gransden, Cambridgeshire Credit: Martin John Bishop

Park Belts is a picturesque woodland area located in Cambridgeshire, England. Covering an expansive area, it is home to an array of trees, creating a serene and natural environment for visitors to enjoy. The woodland is characterized by a mixture of deciduous and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, pine, and spruce, which provide a diverse and vibrant landscape throughout the year.

The forest is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a variety of activities for all ages. A network of well-maintained trails winds its way through the woodland, allowing visitors to explore the area on foot or by bicycle. These trails provide an opportunity to witness the beauty of the surrounding nature up close, with opportunities to spot diverse wildlife such as deer, squirrels, and a variety of bird species.

Within Park Belts, there are designated picnic areas, providing the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal amidst the peaceful surroundings. Additionally, the forest offers ample space for recreational activities such as birdwatching, photography, and nature walks. It is also a popular location for educational field trips, providing an opportunity for students to learn about the local ecosystem and biodiversity.

Park Belts is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities available at the entrance. The woodland is well-maintained and managed by local authorities to ensure the preservation of its natural beauty. It is a haven for nature lovers and a wonderful place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, offering a tranquil and immersive experience in the heart of Cambridgeshire.

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Park Belts Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.183518/-0.095038601 or Grid Reference TL3055. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Caxton Road at Common Farm, Great Gransden, Cambridgeshire The notice reads COMMON FARM but there is very little contrast so it is hardly legible.
Caxton Road at Common Farm, Great Gransden, Cambridgeshire
The notice reads COMMON FARM but there is very little contrast so it is hardly legible.
Footpath through rape Footpath through a field of oilseed rape north-east of Lodge Farm near Longstowe, Cambridgeshire
Footpath through rape
Footpath through a field of oilseed rape north-east of Lodge Farm near Longstowe, Cambridgeshire
Old control tower at Gransden Lodge Airfield The RAF station was opened in 1942.  The airfield is now home to the Cambridge Gliding Centre.
Old control tower at Gransden Lodge Airfield
The RAF station was opened in 1942. The airfield is now home to the Cambridge Gliding Centre.
Old mast and tower at Gransden airfield
Old mast and tower at Gransden airfield
Perimeter road at Gransden airfield
Perimeter road at Gransden airfield
Field and hangar at Gransden airfield Gransden airfield is the base of the Cambridge Gliding Club.
Field and hangar at Gransden airfield
Gransden airfield is the base of the Cambridge Gliding Club.
Public Byway to Bellams Farm and beyond The lower sign makes it clear that although this is a Public Byway it runs through Private Property. No Parking, No Litter. Not even motor vehicles in winter.
Public Byway to Bellams Farm and beyond
The lower sign makes it clear that although this is a Public Byway it runs through Private Property. No Parking, No Litter. Not even motor vehicles in winter.
Boundary track, Gransden Lodge airfield Operational from 1942 in WWII, now used by gliders.
Boundary track, Gransden Lodge airfield
Operational from 1942 in WWII, now used by gliders.
Gransden Lodge airfield Used by gliders, formerly an RAF base from 1942.
Gransden Lodge airfield
Used by gliders, formerly an RAF base from 1942.
Wheat field, Gransden Lodge Airfield Former RAF base in WWII, now arable land and a gliding club.
Wheat field, Gransden Lodge Airfield
Former RAF base in WWII, now arable land and a gliding club.
Ditch by Gransden Lodge Airfield
Ditch by Gransden Lodge Airfield
Wheat fields
Wheat fields
Ripening wheat
Ripening wheat
Ripe oilseed rape
Ripe oilseed rape
Bridleway from Gransden Lodge Airfield
Bridleway from Gransden Lodge Airfield
Copse and cables East of the road from the Gransdens to Caxton (left), on a cloudless late-November morning.
Copse and cables
East of the road from the Gransdens to Caxton (left), on a cloudless late-November morning.
On Caxton Road in November This is the road from the Gransdens to Caxton (ahead), just east of Hardwicke Villa.
On Caxton Road in November
This is the road from the Gransdens to Caxton (ahead), just east of Hardwicke Villa.
Near Hardwicke Villa Caxton Road on a cloudless November morning. To the left of Hardwicke Villa (just in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TL2856">TL2856</a>) the white concrete drum of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7349455">TL2756 : Great Gransden Water Tower</a> shows in the distance above the hedge.
Near Hardwicke Villa
Caxton Road on a cloudless November morning. To the left of Hardwicke Villa (just in TL2856) the white concrete drum of TL2756 : Great Gransden Water Tower shows in the distance above the hedge.
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Park Belts is located at Grid Ref: TL3055 (Lat: 52.183518, Lng: -0.095038601)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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