Cuckoo Fen North

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Cuckoo Fen North

St Mary’s Church, Over A Grade I listed building with C13th origins but mainly early C14th, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101317811-church-of-st-mary-over" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101317811-church-of-st-mary-over">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> .
Photo taken during the 2021 sponsored cycle ride in aid of Cambridgeshire Historic Churches Trust (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://camhct.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://camhct.uk/">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> ). Next stop: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6963611">TL3669 : St Andrew's Church, Swavesey</a>.
St Mary’s Church, Over Credit: Martin Tester

Cuckoo Fen North, located in Cambridgeshire, is a picturesque freshwater marsh that boasts a diverse array of natural features. Spanning over a considerable area, it is home to a beautiful lake, pool, pond, and an expansive marshland.

The lake at Cuckoo Fen North is a prominent feature, characterized by its crystal-clear, still waters. It serves as a habitat for a variety of aquatic flora and fauna, including water lilies and various species of fish, providing a serene and tranquil environment for visitors to enjoy. The lake also attracts a plethora of bird species, such as ducks, swans, and herons, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Adjacent to the lake is a smaller pool, which acts as a natural breeding ground for amphibians like frogs and toads. Its shallow waters and abundance of aquatic vegetation create an ideal environment for these creatures to thrive.

The pond at Cuckoo Fen North is another noteworthy feature. It supports a wide range of wildlife, including dragonflies, water beetles, and other insect species. With its still waters and surrounding vegetation, the pond offers a peaceful and secluded habitat for various aquatic organisms.

Lastly, the freshwater marshland in Cuckoo Fen North is a vast expanse of wetland characterized by its lush vegetation, including reeds, sedges, and grasses. This marshland plays a crucial role in maintaining the local ecosystem, acting as a natural filter for water and providing a habitat for numerous bird species, small mammals, and insects.

Overall, Cuckoo Fen North is a haven for nature lovers, offering a diverse range of aquatic habitats that support a rich and varied wildlife population. Its combination of a lake, pool, pond, and freshwater marsh creates a unique and captivating environment that is worth exploring.

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Cuckoo Fen North Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.333005/0.018552846 or Grid Reference TL3772. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Mary’s Church, Over A Grade I listed building with C13th origins but mainly early C14th, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101317811-church-of-st-mary-over" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101317811-church-of-st-mary-over">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> .
Photo taken during the 2021 sponsored cycle ride in aid of Cambridgeshire Historic Churches Trust (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://camhct.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://camhct.uk/">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> ). Next stop: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6963611">TL3669 : St Andrew's Church, Swavesey</a>.
St Mary’s Church, Over
A Grade I listed building with C13th origins but mainly early C14th, see: LinkExternal link . Photo taken during the 2021 sponsored cycle ride in aid of Cambridgeshire Historic Churches Trust (LinkExternal link ). Next stop: TL3669 : St Andrew's Church, Swavesey.
The porch of St Mary's Church, Over A Grade I listed building with C13th origins but mainly early C14th, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101317811-church-of-st-mary-over" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101317811-church-of-st-mary-over">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> . The porch is remarkably large & ornate. 
Photo taken during the 2021 sponsored cycle ride in aid of Cambridgeshire Historic Churches Trust (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://camhct.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://camhct.uk/">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> ). Next stop: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6963611">TL3669 : St Andrew's Church, Swavesey</a>.
The porch of St Mary's Church, Over
A Grade I listed building with C13th origins but mainly early C14th, see: LinkExternal link . The porch is remarkably large & ornate. Photo taken during the 2021 sponsored cycle ride in aid of Cambridgeshire Historic Churches Trust (LinkExternal link ). Next stop: TL3669 : St Andrew's Church, Swavesey.
Diverted bridleway Moved to go round the spreading sand and gravel quarry.
Diverted bridleway
Moved to go round the spreading sand and gravel quarry.
Fields by Middle Way
Fields by Middle Way
Middle Way
Middle Way
Middle Way
Middle Way
Field by West Fen Road
Field by West Fen Road
Ditch by West Fen Road
Ditch by West Fen Road
Gravel works by Ouse Fen The Hanson sand and gravel quarry is being turned into wetland habitat by the RSPB after each area is completed.
Gravel works by Ouse Fen
The Hanson sand and gravel quarry is being turned into wetland habitat by the RSPB after each area is completed.
Gravel quarry by Ouse Fen Once the quarrying is done the area will be profiled into a further wetland cell and added to the nature reserve. It was previously arable land <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4134384">TL3973 : Wheat field by Long Holme Drove</a>
Gravel quarry by Ouse Fen
Once the quarrying is done the area will be profiled into a further wetland cell and added to the nature reserve. It was previously arable land TL3973 : Wheat field by Long Holme Drove
Long Holme (Cell 7), Ouse Fen RSPB Former sand and gravel quarry, and arable land before that.
Long Holme (Cell 7), Ouse Fen RSPB
Former sand and gravel quarry, and arable land before that.
Quarry works by Ouse Fen The sand and gravel quarry is lowering the ground level, with the resilting pits being landscaped into a series of wetland cells. These are handed over to the RSPB who manage them, mostly for reedbeds.
Quarry works by Ouse Fen
The sand and gravel quarry is lowering the ground level, with the resilting pits being landscaped into a series of wetland cells. These are handed over to the RSPB who manage them, mostly for reedbeds.
Konik Ponies at Ouse Fen A relatively recent addition to the reserve. Coming out of the reedbed for a daily check.
Konik Ponies at Ouse Fen
A relatively recent addition to the reserve. Coming out of the reedbed for a daily check.
Cuckoo Fen North Cell 2 in Ouse Fen RSPB, where a gravel quarry is being gradually turned in a reedbed reserve.
Cuckoo Fen North
Cell 2 in Ouse Fen RSPB, where a gravel quarry is being gradually turned in a reedbed reserve.
Path in Ouse Fen
Path in Ouse Fen
Bank of the Great Ouse
Bank of the Great Ouse
Conveyor belt into Hanson site The quarry is currently a mile and a half away across the river.
Conveyor belt into Hanson site
The quarry is currently a mile and a half away across the river.
Reserve path at Needingworth Lakes Looking towards the processing for the Hanson sand and gravel quarry.
Reserve path at Needingworth Lakes
Looking towards the processing for the Hanson sand and gravel quarry.
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Cuckoo Fen North is located at Grid Ref: TL3772 (Lat: 52.333005, Lng: 0.018552846)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.333005,0.018552846
Access: yes
Bicycle: no
Foot: permissive
Horse: no
Motor Vehicle: no
Lat/Long: 52.3303386/0.0244199
Crossing: unmarked
Lat/Long: 52.3347779/0.0147886
Waterway: sluice_gate
Lat/Long: 52.3312183/0.0159101
Bird lookout
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 52.3316657/0.0217975
Crossing: unmarked
Lat/Long: 52.3342983/0.023366
Barrier: kissing_gate
Bicycle: no
Foot: permissive
Horse: no
Locked: no
Motor Vehicle: no
Lat/Long: 52.3312938/0.0143852
Access: yes
Barrier: kissing_gate
Bicycle: permissive
Foot: permissive
Horse: permissive
Motor Vehicle: no
Lat/Long: 52.3340364/0.014454
Bench
Backrest: no
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 52.3318793/0.0218583
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