Coldham Field

Downs, Moorland in Cambridgeshire Fenland

England

Coldham Field

Coldham: Private Road
Coldham: Private Road Credit: Michael Garlick

Coldham Field is a vast expanse of natural beauty located in Cambridgeshire, England. Situated in the heart of the county, it covers a diverse range of landscapes including downs and moorland. The field stretches over a considerable area, offering visitors a sense of tranquility and escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The downs of Coldham Field are characterized by their gently rolling hills, covered in lush green grasses and scattered with wildflowers. The undulating terrain provides stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, creating a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including rabbits, foxes, and numerous species of birds.

In contrast, the moorland section of Coldham Field offers a different experience altogether. Here, visitors can explore vast expanses of heather-covered land, interspersed with small pools and streams. The moorland landscape is dotted with gnarled trees, adding a touch of mystique to the surroundings. This unique habitat attracts a diverse range of birdlife, making it a popular destination for ornithologists and birdwatchers.

Coldham Field is a haven for outdoor activities such as hiking, picnicking, and photography. The field is crisscrossed by a network of trails, allowing visitors to explore every nook and cranny of this stunning landscape. Whether it's the gentle slopes of the downs or the rugged beauty of the moorland, Coldham Field offers a captivating experience for all who visit.

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Coldham Field Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.598546/0.12754756 or Grid Reference TF4402. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Coldham: Private Road
Coldham: Private Road
Coldham: Farm track
Coldham: Farm track
Coldham: Percival Farm
Coldham: Percival Farm
Coldham: Station Road
Coldham: Station Road
Coldham: March Road
Coldham: March Road
Coldham: Wheat field
Coldham: Wheat field
Coldham: Private farm track
Coldham: Private farm track
Coldham: Field with potato crop
Coldham: Field with potato crop
Coldham: Farm track
Coldham: Farm track
Coldham: Farm track
Coldham: Farm track
Coldham: Crop at Rutland Farm
Coldham: Crop at Rutland Farm
Coldham Windfarm expansion Seven wind turbines are being added to the existing eight (which are contiguous with eight more in the Stags Holt cluster). the positions of the turbines and access routes have been fenced off with the crop sprayed. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.guardian.co.uk/vestas/coldham.wind.farm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.guardian.co.uk/vestas/coldham.wind.farm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> and <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.co-operative.coop/corporate/ethicsinaction/climatechange/climate-change-projects/our-wind-farms/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.co-operative.coop/corporate/ethicsinaction/climatechange/climate-change-projects/our-wind-farms/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> for details of the project and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2839424">TF4401 : Giant yellow crane building wind turbine at Coldham</a> for a view of the construction of the new turbines in March 2012
Coldham Windfarm expansion
Seven wind turbines are being added to the existing eight (which are contiguous with eight more in the Stags Holt cluster). the positions of the turbines and access routes have been fenced off with the crop sprayed. See LinkExternal link and LinkExternal link for details of the project and TF4401 : Giant yellow crane building wind turbine at Coldham for a view of the construction of the new turbines in March 2012
Small strip of woodland A spring version of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1694899">TF4401 : Small strip of woodland</a>
Small strip of woodland
A spring version of TF4401 : Small strip of woodland
Furrowed field by Coldham Bank Ready for root vegetables.
Furrowed field by Coldham Bank
Ready for root vegetables.
Little-used stile With brambles and nettles getting in the way.
Little-used stile
With brambles and nettles getting in the way.
Footpath and ditch to Rutlands Farm
Footpath and ditch to Rutlands Farm
Footpath and ditch to Rutlands Farm With a short culvert to allow farm access across the ditch.
Footpath and ditch to Rutlands Farm
With a short culvert to allow farm access across the ditch.
Ditch near Rutlands Farm With lots of foreshortening a gradient is just discernible.
Ditch near Rutlands Farm
With lots of foreshortening a gradient is just discernible.
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Coldham Field is located at Grid Ref: TF4402 (Lat: 52.598546, Lng: 0.12754756)

Division: Isle of Ely

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: Fenland

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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