Wryde Croft

Downs, Moorland in Cambridgeshire

England

Wryde Croft

English Drove A tree lined lane on the fens.
English Drove Credit: Bob Harvey

Wryde Croft is a picturesque area located in Cambridgeshire, England. Situated in the southern part of the county, it offers a diverse landscape comprising of downs and moorland. The area is known for its natural beauty and tranquil surroundings, attracting both locals and visitors alike.

The downs of Wryde Croft are characterized by rolling hills, covered in lush green grass and dotted with wildflowers during the spring and summer months. These open spaces provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, picnicking, and bird-watching. The downs also offer stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular spot for photographers and nature enthusiasts.

In contrast, the moorland of Wryde Croft is a more rugged and wild terrain. Covered in heather and bracken, this area offers a unique ecosystem that supports various species of wildlife, including birds, insects, and small mammals. The moorland is crisscrossed with footpaths, allowing visitors to explore and appreciate the natural wonders of the area.

Wryde Croft is also home to several historical landmarks, including ancient burial mounds and remnants of prehistoric settlements. These archaeological sites provide insights into the rich history of the area, attracting history enthusiasts and researchers.

Overall, Wryde Croft in Cambridgeshire offers a delightful blend of natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and historical significance. Whether one seeks solitude in nature or wishes to delve into the past, this scenic area has something to offer for everyone.

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Wryde Croft Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.643612/-0.045233664 or Grid Reference TF3206. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

English Drove A tree lined lane on the fens.
English Drove
A tree lined lane on the fens.
Switchback road Temporarily halted while some farm machinery was manoeuvred into a field, I noticed the switchback nature of this fen road.  So I took a photo.  These are former wetlands, and what metalling there is below the tarmac is of medium antiquity, and minimal design.  The soil as it dries or floods bucks and heaves like a restless animal below the surface.  Flat roads are rare.
Switchback road
Temporarily halted while some farm machinery was manoeuvred into a field, I noticed the switchback nature of this fen road. So I took a photo. These are former wetlands, and what metalling there is below the tarmac is of medium antiquity, and minimal design. The soil as it dries or floods bucks and heaves like a restless animal below the surface. Flat roads are rare.
New Cut, B1167, Thorney, Cambs View N.
New Cut, B1167, Thorney, Cambs
View N.
View from New Cut, B1167, Thorney, Cambs – E towards Wryde Croft.
View from New Cut, B1167, Thorney, Cambs
– E towards Wryde Croft.
Archer's Drove, Thorney, Cambs View E towards Wryde Croft.
Archer's Drove, Thorney, Cambs
View E towards Wryde Croft.
Archer's Drove, Thorney, Cambs View E towards Gold Dike Cottages.
Archer's Drove, Thorney, Cambs
View E towards Gold Dike Cottages.
Wryde Croft, Thorney, Cambs View N across fenland farmland.
Wryde Croft, Thorney, Cambs
View N across fenland farmland.
View from New Cut, B1167, Thorney, Cambs – E towards Chestnut Farm Cottages.
View from New Cut, B1167, Thorney, Cambs
– E towards Chestnut Farm Cottages.
Wallace's Drove
Wallace's Drove
Farm Track Taken at Nutsgrove farm, Wallace's Drove.
Farm Track
Taken at Nutsgrove farm, Wallace's Drove.
Fenland Road It's all in the title.
Fenland Road
It's all in the title.
In A Ditch Dry fenland ditch looking east
In A Ditch
Dry fenland ditch looking east
A Farm Called Malice Malice Farm taken from French Drove
A Farm Called Malice
Malice Farm taken from French Drove
Barn Owl As I was about to take a shot of another fenland drain - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/649683">TF3007 : Fenland drain</a> - this owl flew out of it.
Barn Owl
As I was about to take a shot of another fenland drain - see TF3007 : Fenland drain - this owl flew out of it.
Overgrown dyke Taken from Common Road Sutton St. Edmunds Common.
Overgrown dyke
Taken from Common Road Sutton St. Edmunds Common.
Fenland Track Shows how the fields shrink and get lower whilst the road gets built up higher over the years.
Fenland Track
Shows how the fields shrink and get lower whilst the road gets built up higher over the years.
Double Bend An unusual double bend in an otherwise straight drain.
Double Bend
An unusual double bend in an otherwise straight drain.
Home for cones English Drove Farm from English Road
Home for cones
English Drove Farm from English Road
Show me another place!

Wryde Croft is located at Grid Ref: TF3206 (Lat: 52.643612, Lng: -0.045233664)

Division: Isle of Ely

Unitary Authority: Peterborough

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Gold Dike Cottages
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Lat/Long: 52.6464358/-0.0419803
Gold Dike Farm
Place: farm
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Lat/Long: 52.6445834/-0.0410566
Wryde Croft
Place: locality
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