Hildersham

Settlement in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Hildersham

Great Abington, St Mary <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/gtabington.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/gtabington.htm">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>
Great Abington, St Mary Credit: mym

Hildersham is a small village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, in the eastern part of England. Situated approximately 10 miles southeast of the city of Cambridge, Hildersham is a picturesque and rural settlement with a population of around 300 residents.

The village is nestled within the rolling countryside, characterized by vast fields, meadows, and wooded areas that surround the area. Hildersham is known for its tranquility and natural beauty, making it an attractive location for those seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The heart of Hildersham is centered around the parish church, St Mary's, a historic building dating back to the 13th century. The church, with its notable architecture and stained glass windows, serves as a focal point for the community and hosts regular religious services.

While primarily an agricultural community, Hildersham offers a range of amenities to its residents, including a village hall, a local pub, and a primary school. The village hall serves as a hub for various social activities and events, providing a space for community gatherings, meetings, and celebrations.

Surrounded by idyllic countryside, Hildersham offers ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits such as walking, cycling, and exploring the nearby chalk hills, which provide stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Overall, Hildersham is a charming and close-knit village that offers a peaceful and scenic setting for its residents, while also being within reach of the amenities and cultural offerings of nearby Cambridge.

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Hildersham Images

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Great Abington, St Mary <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/gtabington.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/gtabington.htm">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>
Great Abington, St Mary
Little Abington, St Mary <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/ltabington.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/ltabington.htm">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>
Little Abington, St Mary
Great Abington High Street A view of the three tuns pub from outside Abington school.
Great Abington High Street
A view of the three tuns pub from outside Abington school.
Hildersham Ford
Hildersham Ford
Abington Social Club, Great Abington, Cambs.
Abington Social Club, Great Abington, Cambs.
Furze Hill Look but no touch!
The site holds fragments of grassland characteristic of the Breckland of East Anglia holding both acidic
and calcareous components. This is a rare example of sandy habitat in the county and represents a south-
western outlier of the Suffolk Breckland.
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Furze Hill
Look but no touch! The site holds fragments of grassland characteristic of the Breckland of East Anglia holding both acidic and calcareous components. This is a rare example of sandy habitat in the county and represents a south- western outlier of the Suffolk Breckland. LinkExternal link
Pretty plain . The Roman Road to Wandlebury is on the horizon. The tree to the right is on a path  shown on the historic map but unfortunately not on the 2001 map.  The path is perpendicular to the Roman Road.
Pretty plain .
The Roman Road to Wandlebury is on the horizon. The tree to the right is on a path shown on the historic map but unfortunately not on the 2001 map. The path is perpendicular to the Roman Road.
Where the road with no name crosses the Roman Rd. Behind me is the road between Hildersham and Balsham.  The Linton Water tower is on the Horizon.
Where the road with no name crosses the Roman Rd.
Behind me is the road between Hildersham and Balsham. The Linton Water tower is on the Horizon.
Little Chilford From the other direction there is no sign indicating this is a private road.
Little Chilford
From the other direction there is no sign indicating this is a private road.
Pretty plain from the north. Linton water tower on the horizon. Half lit.
Pretty plain from the north.
Linton water tower on the horizon. Half lit.
Dismantled railway
Dismantled railway
Little Abington The building bordering the image to the left is the Little Abington Pottery.
Little Abington
The building bordering the image to the left is the Little Abington Pottery.
Disused Mill Disused mill near Hildersham, viewed from A1307
Disused Mill
Disused mill near Hildersham, viewed from A1307
Bridleway between Roman Road and Hildersham Bridleway leading from Roman Road to Hildersham. On the small hill in the right half of the image you can see farm equipment supposedly belonging to the rectory farm.
Bridleway between Roman Road and Hildersham
Bridleway leading from Roman Road to Hildersham. On the small hill in the right half of the image you can see farm equipment supposedly belonging to the rectory farm.
Bluebelled to the max
Bluebelled to the max
Sheep dip path Go to ford and dip again
Sheep dip path
Go to ford and dip again
Hildersham Ford and Bridge, River Granta The village ford is now by-passed by a road bridge.
Hildersham Ford and Bridge, River Granta
The village ford is now by-passed by a road bridge.
Village Sign
Village Sign
Show me another place!

Hildersham is located at Grid Ref: TL5448 (Lat: 52.114003, Lng: 0.25528)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Hildersham
Is In: Cambridgeshire, England, UK
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Population: 200
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