Joist Fen

Downs, Moorland in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Joist Fen

The Five Miles Inn at Upware Although there was a public house in Upware until around 1950, this is a completely new late 20th century development. It is largely dependent on motorised visitors, although it does also cater for passing pedestrian and boating traffic. The old pub, the Lord Nelson, was popularly known as &#039;Five Miles from Anywhere: No Hurry&#039; and this phrase is still used to advertise the modern establishment. — The Five Miles Inn at Upware Credit: Alan Murray-Rust

Joist Fen is a natural reserve located in Cambridgeshire, England. It is a unique area characterized by its diverse landscape consisting of downs and moorland. Covering an extensive area, Joist Fen provides a haven for various species of flora and fauna.

The downs in Joist Fen are rolling hills covered in grasses and low-lying shrubs. These open spaces offer breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The downs are known for their rich biodiversity, supporting a wide range of plant species such as orchids, heathers, and wildflowers.

Adjacent to the downs, the moorland in Joist Fen adds another dimension to the landscape. The moorland is characterized by wet, peat-rich soil and is home to a variety of wetland plants, including sphagnum mosses and cotton grass. This habitat provides an ideal breeding ground for a number of bird species, such as curlews, lapwings, and snipes.

The reserve is also home to several rare and endangered species. The fen raft spider, one of the UK's largest spiders, can be found here, as well as the fen violet, a delicate purple flower that is unique to this area.

Joist Fen is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers, who can explore the reserve on designated paths and trails. The reserve is managed by conservation organizations to maintain its natural beauty and protect its diverse wildlife.

In conclusion, Joist Fen in Cambridgeshire offers a picturesque blend of downs and moorland, providing a habitat for a wide range of plants and animals. Its unique landscape and rich biodiversity make it an important natural reserve in the region.

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Joist Fen Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.304735/0.22758253 or Grid Reference TL5169. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Five Miles Inn at Upware

Although there was a public house in Upware until around 1950, this is a completely new late 20th century development. It is largely dependent on motorised visitors, although it does also cater for passing pedestrian and boating traffic. The old pub, the Lord Nelson, was popularly known as 'Five Miles from Anywhere: No Hurry' and this phrase is still used to advertise the modern establishment.

Alan Murray-Rust

The River Cam at Upware

Reach Lode branches to the left.

Alan Murray-Rust

Slipway at Upware

There was a ferry here until around 1960.

Alan Murray-Rust

Palatial Potton house in Upware

A very comprehensive blog covering the construction of this impressive house can be found here >> Link

Richard Humphrey

Houses on Upware Road

Christopher Hilton

Reeds at Chittering

These reeds are growing by the side of a no through road east of Chittering.

Bob Jones

Upper Mill Drain

Viewed from Chittering Drove.

Bob Jones

Tin Roof Cottages

Unusual Tin Roof cottages in Upware.

Richard Thomas

River Cam at Upware

Stuart Warrington

River Cam, Upware

The decking provides a mooring for pleasure craft outside the Five Miles Inn (as in five miles from anywhere) at this remote fenland village.

Stephen McKay

River Cam, Upware

A boat arrives at the mooring outside the Five Miles Inn at Upware in light rain on a day not conducive to pleasure boating.

Stephen McKay

Towards the end of Long Drove, Waterbeach

Long Drove runs northwards for three miles from Bottisham Lock. At the end, it degenerates into this farm track.

Ben Harris

Adams's level crossing

This is a user-worked crossing on a farm road (and public footpath) across the Cambridge-to-Ely railway line.

Ben Harris

Northfen Farm?

According to my map, there should be some buildings called "Northfen Farm" here, but all that seem to be left are these weedy depressions in a wheat field.

Ben Harris

The Cam at Upware

Looking along the River Cam towards Ely - visible in the distance. Upware is just in front of the wing. In the foreground is Ducketts Farm and a small flooded area - popular with wildfowl in the winter. The Cambridge-Ely railway line is visible on the upper left of the photo. The dark nature of the fenland soil is apparent where last year's crops have been ploughed in.

Martin Addison