Nuns' Meadows

Downs, Moorland in Huntingdonshire Huntingdonshire

England

Nuns' Meadows

Nuns' Meadows, located in Huntingdonshire, is a picturesque area known for its stunning downs and moorland landscapes. Covering a vast expanse of land, this natural beauty spot offers visitors a unique experience of the English countryside.

The meadows are characterized by rolling hills, lush green pastures, and vibrant wildflowers that dot the landscape. The area is rich in biodiversity, providing a habitat for numerous plant and animal species. Visitors may encounter rare birds, such as the skylark, as well as various butterflies and insects.

One of the main attractions of Nuns' Meadows is the presence of ancient ruins. The remains of an old monastery stand as a testament to the area's historical significance. Visitors can explore the ruins and imagine the lives of the nuns who once inhabited this serene location.

Huntingdonshire's Nuns' Meadows is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The downs and moorland offer excellent opportunities for hiking, walking, and picnicking. The rolling hills provide breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, making it a perfect spot for photographers and nature lovers alike.

The area is well-maintained, with designated paths and trails for visitors to explore. Local conservation efforts ensure the preservation of the meadows' natural beauty and protect the diverse flora and fauna that call this place home.

Nuns' Meadows, with its stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant biodiversity, is a hidden gem in Huntingdonshire. It offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace in nature or a chance to immerse themselves in the region's fascinating past.

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Nuns' Meadows Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.324069/-0.20910056 or Grid Reference TL2271. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Berry Lane

Jonathan Thacker

Grass field off Berry Lane

Jonathan Thacker

Railway Embankment

Dismantled Kettering to Huntingdon Line. Opened 1866, closed to passengers 1959, closed to freight 1978.

Kokai

Lost Bridge

Dismantled Kettering to Huntingdon Railway. Remains of the structure at the base of the river bridge can be seen on the far bank.

Kokai

Cows by the River

The river has veered east and the far bank with cows is comfortably into the square, where I cannot go.

Kokai

Weir on the River Great Ouse

Follow the Ouse Valley Way from Offord Cluny and you will see this weir as you approach Brampton and Huntingdon

Mike W Hallett

B1043 heading to Godmanchester

B1043 by Corpus Christi Farm heading to Godmanchester

Shaun Ferguson

Golf Club House

Brampton Park Golf Club entrance and club house

Shaun Ferguson

Ouse Valley Way

A kissing gate on the well mown Ouse Valley Way near Offord Marina

Michael Trolove

Ingrowing angling sign

Seen on the Ouse Valley Way long distance footpath near Offord Marina.

Michael Trolove

Buttress Wall for an old railway embankment

Engineering bricks in a wall that once supported the embankment of the Kettering to Huntingdon railway line. The path is part of the Ouse Valley Way long distance footpath.

Michael Trolove

View from a Peterborough-London train - Fields around Berry Lane

Nigel Thompson

Remains of old railway bridge

This wall of engineering bricks is all that remains of the western abutment of the bridge which carried the Midland Railway's line from Kettering to Huntingdon across the Great Ouse, between the stations at Buckden and Huntingdon East. The line was opened in 1855 and closed to passengers in 1959, although some goods services continued until the 1970s. In its heyday Midland trains continued to Cambridge over the Great Eastern line via St Ives. For a view in the opposite direction see Michael Trolove's TL2169 : Buttress Wall for an old railway embankment.

Tiger