Cadenham Plantation

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire East Cambridgeshire

England

Cadenham Plantation

Farmland at Commercial End Credit: Mr Ignavy

Cadenham Plantation is a picturesque woodland area located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Covering a vast expanse of approximately 500 acres, this beautiful plantation is known for its dense forest and diverse range of tree species. Situated near the town of Cadenham, the plantation is easily accessible and attracts nature enthusiasts, hikers, and families alike.

The woodland is primarily composed of deciduous trees, such as oak, beech, and ash, which create a lush and vibrant landscape throughout the year. These trees, some of which are several centuries old, provide a sanctuary for various wildlife species, including deer, foxes, and a wide variety of birds.

Cadenham Plantation offers a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore the area and experience its natural beauty up close. The paths wind through the forest, leading to hidden clearings and peaceful ponds, adding to the charm of the plantation.

In addition to its natural splendor, Cadenham Plantation also boasts a rich history. It is believed to have been part of a larger estate during the medieval period, with remnants of old structures and boundaries still visible today. The plantation has been managed by the local council for conservation purposes, ensuring the preservation of its ecological importance and historical significance.

With its tranquil atmosphere and breathtaking scenery, Cadenham Plantation offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether it's a leisurely walk, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the beauty of nature, this enchanting woodland is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking solace in Cambridgeshire's natural wonders.

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Cadenham Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.242425/0.29912179 or Grid Reference TL5762. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farmland at Commercial End

Mr Ignavy

Farmland at Commercial End

Mr Ignavy

Farmland at Commercial End

Mr Ignavy

Heath Road, Swaffham Bulbeck

This is typical fen scenery.

David Howard

Field by Heath Road, Swaffham Bulbeck

David Howard

Mill Hill, Swaffham Prior

David Howard

Swaffham Prior: a view from the churchyard

The houses are some of many listed buildings in the village. The one on the left was the home of the poet Edwin Muir, who with his wife Willa was a distinguished translator of Kafka. Both are buried in Swaffham Prior churchyard: see TL5663 : Swaffham Prior: the grave of the poet Edwin Muir (1887-1959).

John Sutton

Swaffham Prior: St Mary

Swaffham Prior is a fen-edge village and its two churches stand on a little hill on the edge of the chalklands of Newmarket Heath. (The other, St Cyriac and St Julitta, a little way to the right, in the same churchyard, is redundant and used for local events.) St Mary's tower is rather splendid, with a square Norman base, followed by an octagonal stage, also Norman ("So there was an octagonal tower in Cambridgeshire long before the Ely octagon was designed" - Nikolaus Pevsner). For Pevsner, the thrill was the upper stage, which is sixteen-sided, though at the time of his visit in 1953 it was ruinous. This may be of interest: TL5663 : Swaffham Prior: St Mary - inside the tower. Robin Webster's TL5663 : Swaffham Prior - two churches, three saints shows both churches.

John Sutton

Swaffham Prior: excavations for a heating scheme

To reduce dependency on central-heating oil, Swaffham Prior is to have a 100% renewable heat network, using air- and ground-source heat pumps. For more about the scheme, try Link

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Swaffham Bulbeck: Commercial End

Commercial End was, until the arrival of the railway in 1884, a river port, connected to the River Cam by Swaffham Bulbeck Lode. The buildings to the left of the terrace, a warehouse and The Merchant's House, are some of many Grade II listed buildings in the village. TL5563 : Swaffham Bulbeck: the north end of Commercial End TL5563 : Swaffham Bulbeck: The Merchant's House, Commercial End

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Swaffham Bulbeck: pollarded trees near Cow Bridge

A bright and blustery morning in February.

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Swaffham Bulbeck: Cow Bridge

The bridge over Swaffham Bulbeck Lode was built by the then local authority, Newmarket Rural District Council, in 1927. TL5563 : Cow Bridge and Swaffham Bulbeck Lode

John Sutton

Swaffham Bulbeck: St Mary - chancel and chancel arch

The church is "mostly C14" according to Nikolaus Pevsner. "The chancel E window of five lights [has] the flowing tracery of the second quarter of the century." Cool winter sunlight flooded the building late on a January morning.

John Sutton

Swaffham Bulbeck: Ram Cottage, Commercial End

Timber-framed Ram Cottage dates from 1630 and is Grade II listed.

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Swaffham Bulbeck: Commercial End

Commercial End has a mixture of quite grand houses and humbler cottages.

John Sutton

Swaffham Bulbeck: The Malt House, Commercial End

The malt kiln is now part of a house, whose elaborate doorway is dated 1697. The house, largely hidden from the street by a substantial wall, is Grade II listed. Commercial End flourished from the 17th century onwards, when goods were brought along the Lode from the Cam. River traffic dwindled after the coming of the railway,

John Sutton

Swaffham Bulbeck: winter sunlight, Commercial End

The Malt House is on the left, with the grand 17th-century Merchant's House beyond it and The Granary straight ahead. These all date from the time before the coming of the railway, when Commercial End was a thriving river port, connected to the River Cam by Swaffham Bulbeck Lode. TL5563 : Swaffham Bulbeck: The Malt House, Commercial End TL5563 : Swaffham Bulbeck: The Merchant's House, Commercial End TL5563 : Swaffham Bulbeck: the north end of Commercial End

John Sutton

Swaffham Bulbeck: cricket on the village green

Camden (Cambridge) batting first against Bottisham-Lode in a Cambridgeshire Cricket Association league match. Camden made 162 for 7. Despite being 140 for 5 after only 21 overs, BottLode lost their last five wickets for only 15 runs and Camden won, somewhat unexpectedly, by 7 runs.

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Cadenham Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TL5762 (Lat: 52.242425, Lng: 0.29912179)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: East Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire