Aldreth Field

Downs, Moorland in Cambridgeshire East Cambridgeshire

England

Aldreth Field

Lakes Drove
Lakes Drove Credit: Hugh Venables

Aldreth Field is a picturesque and expansive area located in Cambridgeshire, England. Nestled between the villages of Aldreth and Haddenham, this rural landscape offers a diverse range of natural features, including downs and moorland. With its undulating terrain and breathtaking views, it has become a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking tranquility and outdoor activities.

The downs in Aldreth Field are characterized by their gently rolling hills and expansive grasslands. These open spaces provide ample opportunities for leisurely walks, picnics, and kite flying. The downs also support a variety of plant and animal life, making it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts and wildlife watchers.

In contrast, the moorland areas of Aldreth Field offer a rugged and wilder experience. The landscape is dominated by heather, bracken, and gorse, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors throughout the year. Moorland birds such as curlews, lapwings, and skylarks can often be spotted, making it a haven for birdwatchers.

Aldreth Field is also known for its historical significance. It is home to several ancient monuments, including barrows and burial mounds, which are a testament to the area's rich past. These sites offer a glimpse into the lives and customs of the early inhabitants of Cambridgeshire.

Overall, Aldreth Field in Cambridgeshire provides a captivating blend of downs and moorland, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world while experiencing the region's cultural heritage.

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Aldreth Field Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.346444/0.12334935 or Grid Reference TL4474. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lakes Drove
Lakes Drove
Cross Drove The actual concrete roads are in such a state that there are dirt tracks parallel to them.
Cross Drove
The actual concrete roads are in such a state that there are dirt tracks parallel to them.
Fields by Cross Drove
Fields by Cross Drove
Cross Drove towards Church Fen Bridge With the dirt track rejoining the concrete road it has been paralleling as a smoother option.
Cross Drove towards Church Fen Bridge
With the dirt track rejoining the concrete road it has been paralleling as a smoother option.
Trees by Aldreth Causeway
Trees by Aldreth Causeway
Church Fen by Aldreth Causeway
Church Fen by Aldreth Causeway
Aldreth Causeway An ancient route across the Great Ouse to Aldreth (and thus the Isle of Ely). See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://ousewashes.org.uk/explore/aldreth-causeway/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://ousewashes.org.uk/explore/aldreth-causeway/">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 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1139646">TL4372 : Aldreth Causeway sign</a>
Aldreth Causeway
An ancient route across the Great Ouse to Aldreth (and thus the Isle of Ely). See LinkExternal link and TL4372 : Aldreth Causeway sign
Drain across Church Fen
Drain across Church Fen
Fen Side byway closed for winter One of the old routes contouring around the boundary between fenland fields (previously marshland) and higher (drier) ground. These are connected by straight causeways across the old marshland.
Fen Side byway closed for winter
One of the old routes contouring around the boundary between fenland fields (previously marshland) and higher (drier) ground. These are connected by straight causeways across the old marshland.
David Harrison yard, Aldreth
David Harrison yard, Aldreth
Fen Side byway closed for winter One of the old routes contouring around the boundary between fenland fields (previously marshland) and higher (drier) ground. These are connected by straight causeways across the old marshland.
Fen Side byway closed for winter
One of the old routes contouring around the boundary between fenland fields (previously marshland) and higher (drier) ground. These are connected by straight causeways across the old marshland.
Fen Side byway
Fen Side byway
Fen Side byway One of the old routes contouring around the boundary between fenland fields (previously marshland) and higher (drier) ground. These are connected by straight causeways across the old marshland.
Fen Side byway
One of the old routes contouring around the boundary between fenland fields (previously marshland) and higher (drier) ground. These are connected by straight causeways across the old marshland.
Tinkers Lane
Tinkers Lane
Middle Path, Aldreth
Middle Path, Aldreth
New house, Aldreth
New house, Aldreth
Farmyard in Aldreth
Farmyard in Aldreth
Play area, Aldreth
Play area, Aldreth
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Aldreth Field is located at Grid Ref: TL4474 (Lat: 52.346444, Lng: 0.12334935)

Division: Isle of Ely

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: East Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Located within 500m of 52.346444,0.12334935
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 52.3445037/0.1242341
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 52.3453951/0.1304354
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 52.3455196/0.1289012
Building: yes
Lat/Long: 52.3443136/0.128118
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 52.3426039/0.1237732
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