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North Fen

Downs, Moorland in Cambridgeshire

England

North Fen

Flood bank near Northey Lodge The River Nene to the right.
Flood bank near Northey Lodge Credit: Jonathan Thacker

North Fen is a region located in Cambridgeshire, England, known for its diverse natural landscapes including downs and moorland. The area is characterized by wide open spaces, rolling hills, and expansive marshes, providing a habitat for a variety of wildlife species.

The downs in North Fen are gently sloping grassy areas that are often used for grazing livestock, while the moorland consists of wet, boggy terrain with heather and grasses. These different landscapes create a unique and picturesque environment that attracts visitors seeking to explore the natural beauty of the region.

In addition to its natural features, North Fen also has a rich history dating back to ancient times, with evidence of prehistoric settlements and Roman artifacts found in the area. The region has been shaped by centuries of human activity, including agriculture and peat extraction.

Overall, North Fen offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the stunning scenery and rich history of Cambridgeshire, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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North Fen Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.576628/-0.15336958 or Grid Reference TL2599. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Flood bank near Northey Lodge The River Nene to the right.
Flood bank near Northey Lodge
The River Nene to the right.
The River Nene near Roslyn Farm The three remaining chimney stacks of the Whittlesey brickworks conspicuous in the distance.
The River Nene near Roslyn Farm
The three remaining chimney stacks of the Whittlesey brickworks conspicuous in the distance.
Flood bank near Roslyn Farm The River Nene on the right.
Flood bank near Roslyn Farm
The River Nene on the right.
The River Nene above Dog-in-a-Doublet sluice The sluice can be seen on the extreme left of the picture.
The River Nene above Dog-in-a-Doublet sluice
The sluice can be seen on the extreme left of the picture.
Flood bank near Dog-in-a-Doublet The River Nene on the left.
Flood bank near Dog-in-a-Doublet
The River Nene on the left.
Wheat fields near Bank Farm Bank Farm hidden by trees in the centre of the picture.
Wheat fields near Bank Farm
Bank Farm hidden by trees in the centre of the picture.
Flood bank near Dog-in-a-Doublet The River Nene on the right.
Flood bank near Dog-in-a-Doublet
The River Nene on the right.
Sluice at Dog-in-a-Doublet The sluice is the tidal limit of the River Nene.
Sluice at Dog-in-a-Doublet
The sluice is the tidal limit of the River Nene.
The River Nene near Northey Lodge The chimneys of the brickworks at Whittlesey visible in the distance.
The River Nene near Northey Lodge
The chimneys of the brickworks at Whittlesey visible in the distance.
The River Nene near Roslyn Farm Looking downstream.
The River Nene near Roslyn Farm
Looking downstream.
Roslyn Farm
Roslyn Farm
Natures skating rink on Whittlesey Wash - The Nene Washes ...
Natures skating rink on Whittlesey Wash - The Nene Washes
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Peterborough Road, Whittlesey
Peterborough Road, Whittlesey
Northey Bungalows, Willow Hall Lane Disused bungalows at the entrance to the track for Northey farm, as seen in the distance.
Northey Bungalows, Willow Hall Lane
Disused bungalows at the entrance to the track for Northey farm, as seen in the distance.
Double Fenland Bend This winding fen road is only two squares east of Peterborough. The chimneys in the distance are at the brick works near Whittlesey.
Double Fenland Bend
This winding fen road is only two squares east of Peterborough. The chimneys in the distance are at the brick works near Whittlesey.
The mother of all irrigation This semi-permanent irrigation setup is almost 1Km in width.
The mother of all irrigation
This semi-permanent irrigation setup is almost 1Km in width.
Toilet in field Mini-veg packer and toilet at edge of field for use of agricultural workers when harvesting cabbages.
Toilet in field
Mini-veg packer and toilet at edge of field for use of agricultural workers when harvesting cabbages.
Prior's Fen, Peterborough Field of ripe wheat bisected by line of drainage ditch in top right. Priors Farm in trees on skyline.
Prior's Fen, Peterborough
Field of ripe wheat bisected by line of drainage ditch in top right. Priors Farm in trees on skyline.
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North Fen is located at Grid Ref: TL2599 (Lat: 52.576628, Lng: -0.15336958)

Division: Isle of Ely

Unitary Authority: Peterborough

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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