Badgers Holt

Downs, Moorland in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Badgers Holt

New paths in Northstowe On the day this area of Phase 2 of the new town opened to the public. — New paths in Northstowe Credit: Hugh Venables

Badgers Holt is a small village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated amidst the serene landscape of the Downs and Moorland, the village offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for residents and visitors alike. With its charming countryside views and tranquil atmosphere, Badgers Holt is a haven for nature lovers and those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The village is known for its beautiful rolling hills, vast moorland expanses, and lush greenery. The Downs, which are a prominent natural feature in the area, offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular spot for outdoor activities such as hiking, picnicking, and birdwatching. The Moorland, on the other hand, provides a unique and diverse habitat for various plant and animal species.

In addition to its natural beauty, Badgers Holt boasts a close-knit community with a range of amenities to cater to residents' needs. The village has a small but well-equipped local shop, where residents can purchase essential groceries and everyday items. There is also a quaint village pub that serves as a social hub, offering a warm and friendly atmosphere for locals and visitors to relax and enjoy a drink or a meal.

Overall, Badgers Holt in Cambridgeshire offers a charming rural retreat, with its stunning natural surroundings, friendly community, and range of amenities. Whether one seeks outdoor adventures, a peaceful getaway, or a place to call home, Badgers Holt provides a delightful setting to enjoy the beauty of the Downs and Moorland.

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Badgers Holt Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.274257/0.056910512 or Grid Reference TL4066. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

New paths in Northstowe

On the day this area of Phase 2 of the new town opened to the public.

Hugh Venables

New path in Northstowe

On the day this area of Phase 2 of the new town opened to the public.

Hugh Venables

Communications mast, Longstanton, Cambs

a prominent feature beside Hatton's Road from the A14 Bar Hill junction.

Rodney Burton

New roundabout, Longstanton, Cambs

on Hatton's Road, in preparation for New Town development.

Rodney Burton

All Saints' parish church, Longstanton, Cambs

All Saints' church is a building of pebble and stone in the pure Decorated style that dates from the mid fourteenth century, built to replace an earlier church on the same site that was destroyed by fire, and restored in 1886-8 and 1891; the building is not currently used as a place of worship because of extensive damage caused to the Church ceiling. Link

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Rodney Burton

Cottages on School Lane, Longstanton, Cambs

Rodney Burton

Bramble Cottage, High Street, Longstanton, Cambs

Rodney Burton

Cambridge Golf Club, Longstanton, Cambs

entrance on Station Road.

Rodney Burton

Cambridge Golf Club, Longstanton, Cambs

– view towards the club house.

Rodney Burton

All Saints' Church, Longstanton

RedCitrus

Village Institute, High Street, Longstanton

RedCitrus

Twilight on Home Farm

I have been told this is not Green End Farm as I originally thought, also that it is still in use as a grain farm, rather than the milling farm it was previously.

Keith Edkins

New housing expanding Longstanton

Common sight in Cambridgeshire villages, the land in the foreground may be being prepared for more. Edit March 2012: The area in the foreground has indeed been developed with the houses now sold, TL3967 : New housing, Longstanton

Hugh Venables

Road into Longstanton

The village has recently expanded along this road.

Hugh Venables

K6 phone box in Longstanton High Street

Drakes Court in the background.

Keith Edkins

Coming Soon ...

A Selection of 3, 4 & 5 Bedroom Houses, obviously affordable and ideal for first time buyers (!)

Keith Edkins

Inflating a hot-air balloon at Longstanton

Brilliant six-in-the-morning sun lights up the inside of the partly-inflated balloon as the Virgin pilot checks all is well. At this stage of the proceedings the balloon is still on its side on the ground, as is the basket. It will soon be time for an hour-long trip from here at the golf course at Longstanton to a field near Stow cum Quy, passing over Histon, Milton and Fen Ditton, with breathtaking views over the fens and across Cambridge from the north. (I was able to take this picture as I was one of two passengers holding the mouth of the balloon open while portable fans blew in cold air to begin inflation, which was completed a few minutes later by some blasts from the gas jets.)

John Sutton