Kings Ripton

Settlement in Huntingdonshire Huntingdonshire

England

Kings Ripton

St Peter's Church, Kings Ripton
St Peter's Church, Kings Ripton Credit: David Howard

Kings Ripton is a small village located in Huntingdonshire, within the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles northwest of Huntingdon town, it is nestled in the picturesque countryside of the East of England.

The village is known for its charming rural setting, with rolling green fields, tree-lined lanes, and traditional thatched cottages. It has a population of around 300 residents, creating a close-knit community atmosphere. The area is primarily residential, with a scattering of farms and agricultural land surrounding it.

Although small in size, Kings Ripton has a rich history. The village dates back to at least the 11th century, and evidence of its past can still be seen today. The St. Peter's Church, a Grade II listed building, is a prominent feature in the village. Its origins can be traced back to the 12th century, and it showcases stunning architectural details.

Kings Ripton is also known for its proximity to nature. The village sits on the edge of the Great Raveley Fen, a nature reserve that offers a diverse range of flora and fauna. This makes it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

While Kings Ripton is a peaceful and idyllic village, it is well-connected to nearby towns and cities. The A141 road runs close to the village, providing easy access to Huntingdon and other major transportation routes. This allows residents to enjoy the tranquility of rural life while remaining connected to urban amenities.

Overall, Kings Ripton is a charming village with a rich history, stunning natural surroundings, and a strong sense of community.

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Kings Ripton Images

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St Peter's Church, Kings Ripton
St Peter's Church, Kings Ripton
Thatched cottage on Ramsey Road, Kings Ripton
Thatched cottage on Ramsey Road, Kings Ripton
Thatched cottages on Ramsey Road, Kings Ripton
Thatched cottages on Ramsey Road, Kings Ripton
Crossroads on the B1090, Kings Ripton
Crossroads on the B1090, Kings Ripton
Trees near Kings Ripton at dusk Close to the edge of the Fens, this is known by the locals as big sky country (which is positive spin on it's very flat). Having been most of the day in a class room on a course, I was on a short drive to where I was staying the night and passed this line of trees, so I turned the car round and got my tripod out. It is very flat round here, but you can see from the tree trunks that there is a slope from right to left, on the course the tutor had made a joke about us not worrying about the floods as we were on high ground.
Trees near Kings Ripton at dusk
Close to the edge of the Fens, this is known by the locals as big sky country (which is positive spin on it's very flat). Having been most of the day in a class room on a course, I was on a short drive to where I was staying the night and passed this line of trees, so I turned the car round and got my tripod out. It is very flat round here, but you can see from the tree trunks that there is a slope from right to left, on the course the tutor had made a joke about us not worrying about the floods as we were on high ground.
Crossroads at Kings Ripton
Crossroads at Kings Ripton
Kings Ripton to Huntingdon Road
Kings Ripton to Huntingdon Road
St Peter Kings Ripton
St Peter Kings Ripton
Priory Cottage Kings Ripton
Priory Cottage Kings Ripton
Towards Wistow
Towards Wistow
Towards Kings Ripton
Towards Kings Ripton
Concrete storage area Interesting piles of something that are no doubt of some use to the farmer!
Concrete storage area
Interesting piles of something that are no doubt of some use to the farmer!
St Peter's churchyard with view to thatched cottage beyond
St Peter's churchyard with view to thatched cottage beyond
Dead tree near Bellamy's Grove
Dead tree near Bellamy's Grove
Farmland south of King's Ripton
Farmland south of King's Ripton
Converted barns at Lodge Farm The barns now house the Flying Start nursery.
Converted barns at Lodge Farm
The barns now house the Flying Start nursery.
View south-west from Bough Lane Looking across the square. The building just visible in the middle distance is a pagoda close to a lake in the grounds of Abbots Ripton Hall
View south-west from Bough Lane
Looking across the square. The building just visible in the middle distance is a pagoda close to a lake in the grounds of Abbots Ripton Hall
Track from Lodge Farm
Track from Lodge Farm
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Kings Ripton is located at Grid Ref: TL2676 (Lat: 52.372196, Lng: -0.149851)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: Huntingdonshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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