Rook Grove

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Rook Grove

Dry Drayton, SS Peter and Paul <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/drydrayton.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/drydrayton.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>
Dry Drayton, SS Peter and Paul Credit: mym

Rook Grove is a picturesque wood located in Cambridgeshire, England. Situated amidst the sprawling countryside, this enchanting forest is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Rook Grove boasts an impressive variety of flora and fauna, making it a significant biodiversity hotspot in the region.

The wood is predominantly composed of ancient oak trees, some of which are believed to be over 300 years old. These majestic giants provide a dense canopy, creating a cool and tranquil atmosphere throughout the grove. The forest floor is adorned with a tapestry of bluebells, primroses, and wild garlic during the spring months, painting a vibrant and colorful scene.

Rook Grove is also home to a plethora of wildlife. Birdwatchers can spot various species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. The wood's diverse ecosystem supports a range of mammals, such as badgers, foxes, and deer. Rare sightings of dormice have also been reported, adding to the allure of this natural gem.

The wood offers a network of well-maintained walking paths, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. The tranquil ambiance, coupled with the sounds of rustling leaves and chirping birds, makes Rook Grove the perfect destination for peaceful walks, picnics, and even photography.

Overall, Rook Grove in Cambridgeshire is a captivating woodland that captivates visitors with its ancient oaks, diverse wildlife, and serene ambiance. It serves as a sanctuary for both nature enthusiasts and those seeking solace in the midst of nature's splendor.

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Rook Grove Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.236376/0.020389683 or Grid Reference TL3861. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dry Drayton, SS Peter and Paul <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/drydrayton.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/drydrayton.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>
Dry Drayton, SS Peter and Paul
“Things You’d Not Believe in Madingley” Not something you see everyday, a thatched village hall. I wonder if Rupert Brooke ever went to a wild party there one Christmas eve? Probably not…see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.poetsgraves.co.uk/Classic%20Poems/Brooke/grantchester.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.poetsgraves.co.uk/Classic%20Poems/Brooke/grantchester.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> to catch the full quote.
“Things You’d Not Believe in Madingley”
Not something you see everyday, a thatched village hall. I wonder if Rupert Brooke ever went to a wild party there one Christmas eve? Probably not…see LinkExternal link to catch the full quote.
Farmland and cottages, Madingley, Cambs – view NW, from the bridlepath, of New Farm and cottages on the Dry Drayton Road.
Farmland and cottages, Madingley, Cambs
– view NW, from the bridlepath, of New Farm and cottages on the Dry Drayton Road.
New plantation, Dry Drayton, Cambs – in neat rows, just north of Madingley Road.
New plantation, Dry Drayton, Cambs
– in neat rows, just north of Madingley Road.
Callow Brook valley, Dry Drayton, Cambs – view E across the northern edge of the square from Scotland Road.
Callow Brook valley, Dry Drayton, Cambs
– view E across the northern edge of the square from Scotland Road.
Saxon Way, Bar Hill, Cambs Saxon Way skirts the western part of the settlement, just south of the A14 road; the belt of trees (left) separates the housing estates from the open countryside and village of Lolworth.
Saxon Way, Bar Hill, Cambs
Saxon Way skirts the western part of the settlement, just south of the A14 road; the belt of trees (left) separates the housing estates from the open countryside and village of Lolworth.
Crafts Way, Bar Hill, Cambs View N of Crafts Hill and the perimeter road from Thruffle Way.
Crafts Way, Bar Hill, Cambs
View N of Crafts Hill and the perimeter road from Thruffle Way.
Saxon Way, Bar Hill, Cambs – view of the perimeter road at the southern end of the village.
Saxon Way, Bar Hill, Cambs
– view of the perimeter road at the southern end of the village.
Farmland, Dry Drayton, Cambs – view NW towards the centre of the square from the Oakington Road.
Farmland, Dry Drayton, Cambs
– view NW towards the centre of the square from the Oakington Road.
Farm track and farmland, Dry Drayton, Cambs – view SE of Dry Drayton Estate farmland from the Oakington Road.
Farm track and farmland, Dry Drayton, Cambs
– view SE of Dry Drayton Estate farmland from the Oakington Road.
Line of the Greenwich Meridian The Greenwich Meridian intersects the bend in the footpath marked by the yellow tipped sign and passes directly under the central electricity pylon. This view is true north (and not grid north!).
Line of the Greenwich Meridian
The Greenwich Meridian intersects the bend in the footpath marked by the yellow tipped sign and passes directly under the central electricity pylon. This view is true north (and not grid north!).
Track from New Farm to Park Farm This track lies adjacent to the long shelter bed planted at the boundary of the original Madingley Hall estate.
Track from New Farm to Park Farm
This track lies adjacent to the long shelter bed planted at the boundary of the original Madingley Hall estate.
Madingley Hall in the mist
Madingley Hall in the mist
Madingley Hall, the lake The lake was frozen, with the Sun just starting to break through the mist.
Madingley Hall, the lake
The lake was frozen, with the Sun just starting to break through the mist.
Madingley Hall,  East Front
Madingley Hall, East Front
Fields of Rectory Farm A view back towards Dry Drayton from the footpath from Dry Drayton towards Lolworth
Fields of Rectory Farm
A view back towards Dry Drayton from the footpath from Dry Drayton towards Lolworth
Bar Hill Library and Post Office The first example of a combined library and post office in the UK.  When their original post office closed, the four thousand residents of Bar Hill were left with a trek to tiny Lolworth (population 160) for the nearest alternative facilities until the library service came to the rescue by offering space for a post office counter.
Bar Hill Library and Post Office
The first example of a combined library and post office in the UK. When their original post office closed, the four thousand residents of Bar Hill were left with a trek to tiny Lolworth (population 160) for the nearest alternative facilities until the library service came to the rescue by offering space for a post office counter.
Footpath to Childerley from Dry Drayton The footpath is muddy in the winter and a battle between towering rape crops in the summer!
Footpath to Childerley from Dry Drayton
The footpath is muddy in the winter and a battle between towering rape crops in the summer!
Show me another place!

Rook Grove is located at Grid Ref: TL3861 (Lat: 52.236376, Lng: 0.020389683)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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