Watercourse Belts

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Watercourse Belts

A crossroads on Brinkley Road Brinkley to the left, Six Mile Bottom and Cambridge to the right, Weston Colville and (not very directly) Balsham straight ahead. The road behind the camera runs to Dullingham.
A crossroads on Brinkley Road Credit: John Sutton

Watercourse Belts is a woodland area located in Cambridgeshire, England. Covering a vast expanse of land, it is a significant natural feature that encompasses a network of watercourses and associated vegetation. The belts are predominantly made up of deciduous woodlands, creating a lush habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna.

The watercourses within the area play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of the region. They serve as vital corridors for water flow, connecting various bodies of water, including rivers, streams, and ponds. The belts provide a natural filtration system, helping to purify the water and maintain its quality.

The woodland itself is characterized by a mixture of tree species, including oak, ash, and willow, which thrive in the moist environment provided by the watercourses. The dense vegetation provides a haven for numerous bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and warblers, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.

In addition to its ecological significance, Watercourse Belts also offers recreational opportunities for visitors. The area is crisscrossed with walking trails, allowing nature enthusiasts to explore the woodlands and enjoy the serene surroundings. These trails offer beautiful views of the watercourses and provide an opportunity to observe the diverse wildlife that calls the belts home.

Overall, Watercourse Belts in Cambridgeshire is a valuable natural resource that serves both ecological and recreational purposes. Its network of watercourses, combined with a rich variety of woodland vegetation, creates a unique and vibrant habitat that supports a wide range of plant and animal life.

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Watercourse Belts Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.172051/0.33029876 or Grid Reference TL5955. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A crossroads on Brinkley Road Brinkley to the left, Six Mile Bottom and Cambridge to the right, Weston Colville and (not very directly) Balsham straight ahead. The road behind the camera runs to Dullingham.
A crossroads on Brinkley Road
Brinkley to the left, Six Mile Bottom and Cambridge to the right, Weston Colville and (not very directly) Balsham straight ahead. The road behind the camera runs to Dullingham.
Towards Brinkley Wood At over 350ft, the hills of East Cambridgeshire are a lot higher than much of the rest of the county. Big fields and large plantations typify the area. A little further from here, Six Mile Bottom Road, from which this picture was taken, begins to slope down to the lower-lying villages east of Cambridge, near the edge of The Fens.
Towards Brinkley Wood
At over 350ft, the hills of East Cambridgeshire are a lot higher than much of the rest of the county. Big fields and large plantations typify the area. A little further from here, Six Mile Bottom Road, from which this picture was taken, begins to slope down to the lower-lying villages east of Cambridge, near the edge of The Fens.
The road to Six Mile Bottom This is the road from West Wratting to Six Mile Bottom, near Lark Hall. The signpost on the right points along a path which cuts a corner and leads to the Weston Colville road (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7221136">TL5854 : Footpath through barley</a>).
The road to Six Mile Bottom
This is the road from West Wratting to Six Mile Bottom, near Lark Hall. The signpost on the right points along a path which cuts a corner and leads to the Weston Colville road (see TL5854 : Footpath through barley).
Barley and turbines Looking towards Lark Hall Corner and, on the skyline, some of the turbines of Wadlow Wind Farm on a fine July morning.
Barley and turbines
Looking towards Lark Hall Corner and, on the skyline, some of the turbines of Wadlow Wind Farm on a fine July morning.
Footpath through barley The start, near Lark Hall, of a path which follows a farm track, cutting a corner and leading to the Weston Colville road.
Footpath through barley
The start, near Lark Hall, of a path which follows a farm track, cutting a corner and leading to the Weston Colville road.
Barns by Balsham Lane
Barns by Balsham Lane
Icknield Way The strip on the left of the track is for game cover crops, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1637282">TL6054 : Icknield Way Path</a>.
Icknield Way
The strip on the left of the track is for game cover crops, see TL6054 : Icknield Way Path.
Oil seed rape field Looking past a lone tree towards Westley Waterless.
Oil seed rape field
Looking past a lone tree towards Westley Waterless.
Icknield Way This small part of the Icknield Way shares part of a minor country road near to Weston Colville, Cambridgeshire.
Icknield Way
This small part of the Icknield Way shares part of a minor country road near to Weston Colville, Cambridgeshire.
Signs Footpath sign and marker signs for the Icknield Way near to Weston Colville, Cambridgeshire.
Signs
Footpath sign and marker signs for the Icknield Way near to Weston Colville, Cambridgeshire.
Part Of The Icknield Way Looking west along part of the Icknield Way near to Weston Colville, Cambridgeshire.
Part Of The Icknield Way
Looking west along part of the Icknield Way near to Weston Colville, Cambridgeshire.
Tree Single tree in a large field near to Westley Waterless, Cambridgeshire.
Tree
Single tree in a large field near to Westley Waterless, Cambridgeshire.
Two Fields Two fields separated by a large hedge line near to Westley Waterless, Cambridgeshire.
Two Fields
Two fields separated by a large hedge line near to Westley Waterless, Cambridgeshire.
Country Road Country road near to Westley Waterless, Cambridgeshire.
Country Road
Country road near to Westley Waterless, Cambridgeshire.
Crossroads Signs Crossroads road signs near to Westley Waterless, Cambridgeshire.
Crossroads Signs
Crossroads road signs near to Westley Waterless, Cambridgeshire.
Country Road Country road near to Westley Waterless, Cambridgeshire.
Country Road
Country road near to Westley Waterless, Cambridgeshire.
Small Footbridge Small footbridge near to Weston Colville, Cambridgeshire.
Small Footbridge
Small footbridge near to Weston Colville, Cambridgeshire.
The road to Dullingham A bright and cold February day which ended with snow.
The road to Dullingham
A bright and cold February day which ended with snow.
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Watercourse Belts is located at Grid Ref: TL5955 (Lat: 52.172051, Lng: 0.33029876)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

What 3 Words

///herring.advancing.spurring. Near Balsham, Cambridgeshire

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