Alice Grove

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Alice Grove

Lolworth Church looking N
Lolworth Church looking N Credit: mym

Alice Grove is a charming woodland area located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Nestled amidst the picturesque countryside, this woodland paradise offers a tranquil retreat for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers alike. Known for its dense forest cover and enchanting atmosphere, Alice Grove is a popular destination for those seeking solace and serenity.

Covering an area of approximately 200 hectares, Alice Grove boasts an impressive variety of trees, including oak, ash, and beech, which create a lush canopy overhead. The forest floor is carpeted with a rich tapestry of ferns, wildflowers, and moss, adding to the area's natural beauty.

The woodland is home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. Visitors can spot a myriad of bird species such as woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Additionally, small mammals like foxes, badgers, and squirrels can also be spotted scurrying through the undergrowth.

Alice Grove offers visitors a wealth of recreational activities. Numerous walking trails wind their way through the forest, providing opportunities for leisurely strolls, jogging, or even adventurous hikes. With its idyllic setting, the woodland is a haven for photographers and artists, who are drawn to its stunning vistas and mesmerizing landscapes.

The woodland is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities and well-maintained paths. It also features picnic areas and benches, allowing visitors to relax and immerse themselves in the peaceful surroundings. Whether it's a family day out, a romantic stroll, or a nature-inspired adventure, Alice Grove offers a delightful experience for all who visit.

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Alice Grove Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.260849/-0.021975337 or Grid Reference TL3564. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lolworth Church looking N
Lolworth Church looking N
Boxworth, St Peter <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/boxworth.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/boxworth.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>
Boxworth, St Peter
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).
Power line north of Childerley Hall Probably the most interesting feature of this square! Cambridgeshire certainly has its fair share of flat cornfields.
Power line north of Childerley Hall
Probably the most interesting feature of this square! Cambridgeshire certainly has its fair share of flat cornfields.
Field scale lysimeters A lysimeter measures water penetration in the soil, apparently. The things you learn through Geograph.
Field scale lysimeters
A lysimeter measures water penetration in the soil, apparently. The things you learn through Geograph.
Field bean cultivation, Boxworth A bit of relief from the wheat that currently covers most of the land round here.
Field bean cultivation, Boxworth
A bit of relief from the wheat that currently covers most of the land round here.
Cambridge services Busy services off the busy A14
Cambridge services
Busy services off the busy A14
Bucking Way Road, Swavesey, Cambs – view SSW towards the A14 road.
Bucking Way Road, Swavesey, Cambs
– view SSW towards the A14 road.
Buckingway Business Park, Swavesey, Cambs entrance from Bucking Way Road.
Buckingway Business Park, Swavesey, Cambs
entrance from Bucking Way Road.
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.
Footpath and field boundary Quiet and unremarkable Cambridgeshire agricultural land.
Footpath and field boundary
Quiet and unremarkable Cambridgeshire agricultural land.
Hall Farm:  Meridian Zero The Greenwich Meridian passes through Hall Farm, the first prominent building in Lolworth as you approach along the track from Childerley.
Hall Farm: Meridian Zero
The Greenwich Meridian passes through Hall Farm, the first prominent building in Lolworth as you approach along the track from Childerley.
Memorial for Revd Arnold Kirke Smith Rector  of the Parish for 38 years before his death in 1927.
Memorial for Revd Arnold Kirke Smith
Rector of the Parish for 38 years before his death in 1927.
Boxworth
Boxworth
Footpath from Lolworth to Boxworth The footpath is wide and pleasant although there is an audible reminder of the  presence of A14 road less than a mile away.
Footpath from Lolworth to Boxworth
The footpath is wide and pleasant although there is an audible reminder of the presence of A14 road less than a mile away.
Footpath to nowhere The 1:25,000 OS map shows this footpath petering out as it approaches Boxworth. It is the only right of way in TL3563 and apparently come to a dead end.
Footpath to nowhere
The 1:25,000 OS map shows this footpath petering out as it approaches Boxworth. It is the only right of way in TL3563 and apparently come to a dead end.
Lolworth village The village hall is on the left and the wheelie bins show it's waste collection day.
Lolworth village
The village hall is on the left and the wheelie bins show it's waste collection day.
Children's recreation area A small plot at end of village with some play equipment.
Children's recreation area
A small plot at end of village with some play equipment.
Show me another place!

Alice Grove is located at Grid Ref: TL3564 (Lat: 52.260849, Lng: -0.021975337)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.260849,-0.021975337
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 52.2599509/-0.0250378
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 09:15
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: CB23 238
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 52.2597695/-0.0259705
Bus Stop
School Lane
Naptan AtcoCode: 0500SBOXW001
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: School Lane
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: School Lane
Naptan NaptanCode: cmbdtwam
Naptan ShortCommonName: School Lane
Naptan Street: High Street
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.2600243/-0.0252735
Bus Stop
School Lane
Naptan AtcoCode: 0500SBOXW002
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: School Lane
Naptan Indicator: near
Naptan Landmark: School Lane
Naptan NaptanCode: cmbdtwap
Naptan ShortCommonName: School Lane
Naptan Street: High Street
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.2600516/-0.0253263
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 52.2612648/-0.0229098
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 52.2620071/-0.0209382
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 52.2598381/-0.027324
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.2596474/-0.0288767
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.2591582/-0.0283895
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.2637015/-0.0253496
Traffic Calming: chicane
Lat/Long: 52.2611279/-0.0246506
Public Bookcase
Boxworth Book Exchange
Booth: K6
Colour: red
Disused Amenity: telephone
Man Made: telephone_box
Public Bookcase Type: phone_box
Lat/Long: 52.2600215/-0.0252331
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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