Abington, Little

Settlement in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Abington, Little

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Great Abington, St Mary Credit: mym

Abington, Little is a small village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated approximately 7 miles to the south-east of the city of Cambridge, it falls within the administrative district of South Cambridgeshire. The village is nestled in a rural setting, surrounded by picturesque countryside and farmland.

With a population of around 300 residents, Abington, Little is a close-knit community known for its tranquility and natural beauty. The village is characterized by its charming thatched-roof cottages, historic buildings, and well-maintained gardens. The local St. Mary's Church, dating back to the 12th century, stands as a testament to the village's rich history.

The village offers a range of amenities to its residents, including a community hall, a primary school, and a village shop. The nearby market town of Linton provides additional services and facilities, such as supermarkets, healthcare facilities, and recreational activities.

Abington, Little is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring the beautiful Cambridgeshire Fens. The village is also within close proximity to Wandlebury Country Park and the expansive Wicken Fen Nature Reserve, where visitors can observe a diverse range of wildlife and enjoy the tranquility of the wetland habitats.

Overall, Abington, Little is a charming and idyllic village that offers a peaceful rural lifestyle while being conveniently located near the amenities and cultural offerings of nearby Cambridge.

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Abington, Little Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.120456/0.236119 or Grid Reference TL5349. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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Great Abington, St Mary
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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.
Dismantled railway
Dismantled railway
Two Acre Plantation Two Acre Plantation viewed from footbridge over A11
Two Acre Plantation
Two Acre Plantation viewed from footbridge over A11
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.
Sheep dip path Go to ford and dip again
Sheep dip path
Go to ford and dip again
Course of old railway Course of the old Cambridge to Haverhill railway line (part of the 'Stour Valley Line') near Pampisford. The site of Pampisford station is now lost under the widened A11 trunk road.
Course of old railway
Course of the old Cambridge to Haverhill railway line (part of the 'Stour Valley Line') near Pampisford. The site of Pampisford station is now lost under the widened A11 trunk road.
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
Millennium bridge over the Granta This footbridge linking the parishes of Great and Little Abington was constructed and presented in 2000 by Granta Park and TWI. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.twi.co.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.twi.co.uk">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>
Millennium bridge over the Granta
This footbridge linking the parishes of Great and Little Abington was constructed and presented in 2000 by Granta Park and TWI. LinkExternal link
Three Tuns The free house in Abington.
Three Tuns
The free house in Abington.
Thatched cottage A traditional building in the High Street.
Thatched cottage
A traditional building in the High Street.
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Abington, Little is located at Grid Ref: TL5349 (Lat: 52.120456, Lng: 0.236119)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.120456,0.236119
Abington Pottery
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Pub
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Check Date: 2020-02-20
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Internet Access: yes
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Operator: The Three Tuns
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Post Box
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Ref: CB21 407
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
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Defibrillator
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Bench
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