Curf Fen

Downs, Moorland in Cambridgeshire Fenland

England

Curf Fen

Christmas lights on the High Street, Chatteris
Christmas lights on the High Street, Chatteris Credit: Richard Humphrey

Curf Fen is a small village located in Cambridgeshire, England. Nestled amidst the beautiful countryside, it is known for its idyllic landscape of downs and moorland. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and vast stretches of open grasslands, providing a picturesque setting for residents and visitors alike.

The downs in Curf Fen are characterized by their gentle slopes and lush greenery. These areas are often used for grazing livestock and provide grazing opportunities for the local farming community. The downs provide breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and are a popular spot for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Moorland, on the other hand, adds a unique charm to Curf Fen. It is characterized by extensive areas covered in heather and peat bogs. The moorland is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, insects, and small mammals. It offers a tranquil environment for those seeking solitude and a chance to reconnect with nature.

Curf Fen itself is a close-knit community with a population of around 500 residents. The village has a charming, traditional English feel with its quaint cottages and well-maintained gardens. It boasts a small local school, a village hall, and a few local businesses that cater to the needs of the residents.

In summary, Curf Fen in Cambridgeshire is a beautiful village known for its downs and moorland. With its breathtaking scenery and peaceful atmosphere, it is a haven for nature lovers and those seeking a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Curf Fen Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.473447/0.049137013 or Grid Reference TL3988. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Christmas lights on the High Street, Chatteris
Christmas lights on the High Street, Chatteris
Clock and Christmas lights in Chatteris, 2021
Clock and Christmas lights in Chatteris, 2021
Christmas lights on the High Street in Chatteris 2021
Christmas lights on the High Street in Chatteris 2021
Isle of Ely Way, Curf
Isle of Ely Way, Curf
Curf Fen
Curf Fen
Garden Centre entrance on Fenland Way, Chatteris
Garden Centre entrance on Fenland Way, Chatteris
Fenland Way, Chatteris At the junction of Bridge Street
Fenland Way, Chatteris
At the junction of Bridge Street
Garden Centre on Fenland Way, Chatteris Here's my earlier visit. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7262321" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7262321">Link</a>
Garden Centre on Fenland Way, Chatteris
Here's my earlier visit. Link
New Road, Chatteris
New Road, Chatteris
Finally a Tesco, Chatteris This site was built as a large Tesco store, but then mothballed at the last moment. Half of it was then opened as a Jack's, Tesco's attempt at a low cost rival to Aldi and Lidl but that brand of shops only lasted until early 2022 and now it is a Tesco, with the other half now a B&M (was a Poundstretcher). See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4271226">TL3886 : Mothballed Tesco, Chatteris</a> (2014) and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6187256">TL3886 : Jack's, Fenland Way, Chatteris, Cambs</a> (2019)
Finally a Tesco, Chatteris
This site was built as a large Tesco store, but then mothballed at the last moment. Half of it was then opened as a Jack's, Tesco's attempt at a low cost rival to Aldi and Lidl but that brand of shops only lasted until early 2022 and now it is a Tesco, with the other half now a B&M (was a Poundstretcher). See TL3886 : Mothballed Tesco, Chatteris (2014) and TL3886 : Jack's, Fenland Way, Chatteris, Cambs (2019)
New B&M, Chatteris Replacing the Poundstretcher in the half of the building Tesco realised it didn't need. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4271226">TL3886 : Mothballed Tesco, Chatteris</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6187256">TL3886 : Jack's, Fenland Way, Chatteris, Cambs</a>
New B&M, Chatteris
Replacing the Poundstretcher in the half of the building Tesco realised it didn't need. See TL3886 : Mothballed Tesco, Chatteris and TL3886 : Jack's, Fenland Way, Chatteris, Cambs
Grassy area by Queensway, Chatteris
Grassy area by Queensway, Chatteris
Gates to New Road Cemetery, Chatteris
Gates to New Road Cemetery, Chatteris
New House High Street Chatteris
New House High Street Chatteris
The Clock Chatteris
The Clock Chatteris
Leonard Childs Bridge near Chatteris A bridge carrying the A141 over the Forty Foot Drain (also known as Vermuyden's Drain) north of Chatteris.
Leonard Childs Bridge near Chatteris
A bridge carrying the A141 over the Forty Foot Drain (also known as Vermuyden's Drain) north of Chatteris.
The plaque on the Leonard Childs Bridge The plaque showing the date of opening of the bridge
The plaque on the Leonard Childs Bridge
The plaque showing the date of opening of the bridge
WW 2 observation post Situated on the approach to Chatteris.
WW 2 observation post
Situated on the approach to Chatteris.
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Curf Fen is located at Grid Ref: TL3988 (Lat: 52.473447, Lng: 0.049137013)

Division: Isle of Ely

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: Fenland

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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