The Spinney

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

The Spinney

Whittlesford Road Leaving Newton.
Whittlesford Road Credit: Hugh Venables

The Spinney, located in Cambridgeshire, is a picturesque woodland area that offers a serene retreat from the bustling city life. Stretching across a vast expanse, this wood encompasses various species of trees, creating a diverse and rich forest ecosystem. The Spinney is known for its dense canopy, which provides a cool and shaded environment, perfect for nature enthusiasts and avid hikers.

The wood is home to a wide range of flora and fauna, including oak, beech, and ash trees that stand tall and majestic. These trees provide a haven for various bird species, such as woodpeckers and owls, which can often be spotted flitting between the branches. Additionally, the forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, creating a vibrant and colorful undergrowth.

Visitors to The Spinney can enjoy a network of well-maintained trails that wind through the woods, allowing for leisurely walks and exploration of the natural surroundings. The tranquil atmosphere and peaceful ambiance make it an ideal location for picnics, meditation, or simply a quiet escape from the noise of daily life.

The Spinney is a protected area, managed by local authorities to preserve its natural beauty and ecological importance. Conservation efforts are in place to ensure the sustainability of the woodland, making it a valuable resource for research and education. Whether visitors seek solace in nature, an opportunity to observe wildlife, or a chance to learn about the environment, The Spinney delivers an enriching experience for all.

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The Spinney Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.136818/0.12230782 or Grid Reference TL4550. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Whittlesford Road Leaving Newton.
Whittlesford Road
Leaving Newton.
Cottage on the edge of Newton
Cottage on the edge of Newton
Cockle Close, Newton New housing on the edge of the village.
Cockle Close, Newton
New housing on the edge of the village.
Kidmans Close, Newton
Kidmans Close, Newton
Cycling to and from Newton Two cyclists, one with serious kit, the other with a camera, are about to pass on the bridleway which links Newton and Stapleford. It was a hot Sunday morning during the heatwave of autumn 2011.
Cycling to and from Newton
Two cyclists, one with serious kit, the other with a camera, are about to pass on the bridleway which links Newton and Stapleford. It was a hot Sunday morning during the heatwave of autumn 2011.
Sunday-morning traffic on the M11 Looking towards Cambridge from the bridge which carries the Newton-Stapleford bridleway.
Sunday-morning traffic on the M11
Looking towards Cambridge from the bridge which carries the Newton-Stapleford bridleway.
Bridle path and motorway bridge The bridge carries the Newton-Stapleford bridleway and was built with farm vehicles in mind. The sign gives early warning of Trumpington Park & Ride, near the next turn-off, Junction 11.
Bridle path and motorway bridge
The bridge carries the Newton-Stapleford bridleway and was built with farm vehicles in mind. The sign gives early warning of Trumpington Park & Ride, near the next turn-off, Junction 11.
Byway to Stapleford <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/749805">TL4449 : Public Bridleway to the Shelfords</a> shows more or less the same view towards the M11 in Spring 2008, when South Cambridgeshire was rather greener than during the 2011 drought.
Byway to Stapleford
TL4449 : Public Bridleway to the Shelfords shows more or less the same view towards the M11 in Spring 2008, when South Cambridgeshire was rather greener than during the 2011 drought.
Cockle Hill Taken during the 2011 drought (and the September-October heatwave). Compare this picture with Duncan Grey's <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/840222">TL4449 : Across the field to Cockle Hill</a> from June 2008.
Cockle Hill
Taken during the 2011 drought (and the September-October heatwave). Compare this picture with Duncan Grey's TL4449 : Across the field to Cockle Hill from June 2008.
Footpath to New Farm and Cambridge Road Taken during the 2011 drought (and the September-October heatwave). Compare this picture with Keith Edkins' <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/749802">TL4449 : Public Footpath to New Farm Road</a>, taken in spring 2008.
Footpath to New Farm and Cambridge Road
Taken during the 2011 drought (and the September-October heatwave). Compare this picture with Keith Edkins' TL4449 : Public Footpath to New Farm Road, taken in spring 2008.
M11 northbound Ahead is a farm accommodation and public bridleway bridge.
M11 northbound
Ahead is a farm accommodation and public bridleway bridge.
Whittlesford Road
Whittlesford Road
Heading north - Whittlesford Road Just past Ley Grove cottages.
Heading north - Whittlesford Road
Just past Ley Grove cottages.
M11 tops a rise near Newton In general the motorway is pretty level in this area.
M11 tops a rise near Newton
In general the motorway is pretty level in this area.
Ley Grove Cottages, near Little Shelford Ley Grove Cottages is an row of cottages in the Cambridgeshire countryside near the village of  Little Shelford.

Long shadows indicate that this image was taken during the evening.
Ley Grove Cottages, near Little Shelford
Ley Grove Cottages is an row of cottages in the Cambridgeshire countryside near the village of Little Shelford. Long shadows indicate that this image was taken during the evening.
Ley Grove Cottages An isolated row on the road between Little Shelford and Whittlesford. As the clear sky to the north and west promised, it would be a sunny December day, but just before ten o'clock the sun had yet to break through cloud to the south and east.
Ley Grove Cottages
An isolated row on the road between Little Shelford and Whittlesford. As the clear sky to the north and west promised, it would be a sunny December day, but just before ten o'clock the sun had yet to break through cloud to the south and east.
Bridge over the M11 The M11 is a 50 mile motorway from the North Circular Road in London to the A14 near Cambridge. The motorway was completed in 1980.
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Bridge over the M11
The M11 is a 50 mile motorway from the North Circular Road in London to the A14 near Cambridge. The motorway was completed in 1980. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
M11, southbound The M11 is a 50 mile motorway from the North Circular Road in London to the A14 near Cambridge. The motorway was completed in 1980.
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M11, southbound
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The Spinney is located at Grid Ref: TL4550 (Lat: 52.136818, Lng: 0.12230782)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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The Navigator
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