Little Paxton

Settlement in Huntingdonshire Huntingdonshire

England

Little Paxton

Paxton Road, Great Paxton At the end of the road to Toseland.
Paxton Road, Great Paxton Credit: David Howard

Little Paxton is a charming village located in the district of Huntingdonshire, in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated approximately 4 miles to the south of the market town of St. Neots, it is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil setting for its residents and visitors.

The village is known for its rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Roman times. Today, it retains its traditional character with a variety of historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. James' Church and the Grade II* listed Little Paxton Hall.

Despite its small size, Little Paxton provides a range of amenities to its residents. It is home to a primary school, a community center, and a local pub, The Anchor. The village also benefits from excellent transport links, with the A1 motorway passing nearby, connecting it to larger towns and cities in the region.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the village's proximity to Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, a popular local attraction. This 78-hectare site offers a diverse range of habitats, including lakes, meadows, and woodlands, providing opportunities for birdwatching, walking, and enjoying the outdoors.

Overall, Little Paxton is a close-knit community with a strong sense of pride in its history and natural surroundings. Its peaceful atmosphere, combined with its convenient location and amenities, make it an attractive place to live or visit for those seeking a tranquil village experience.

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Little Paxton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.250122/-0.260782 or Grid Reference TL1862. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Paxton Road, Great Paxton At the end of the road to Toseland.
Paxton Road, Great Paxton
At the end of the road to Toseland.
Ibbetts in Great Paxton They sell agricultural machinery.
Ibbetts in Great Paxton
They sell agricultural machinery.
Little Paxton : River Kym ford
Little Paxton : River Kym ford
Southoe : Church of St Leonard Grade I listed - <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1130254?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1130254?section=official-list-entry">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>.
Southoe : Church of St Leonard
Grade I listed - LinkExternal link.
Longsands Road, St Neots Off Hawkesden Road.
Longsands Road, St Neots
Off Hawkesden Road.
Hawkesden Road, St Neots At its junction with Longsands Road.
Hawkesden Road, St Neots
At its junction with Longsands Road.
St Leonard's Church, Southoe
St Leonard's Church, Southoe
Corner House. Southoe
Corner House. Southoe
The end of High Street, Southoe This is as far as it goes.
The end of High Street, Southoe
This is as far as it goes.
Narrow path off High Street, Southoe
Narrow path off High Street, Southoe
St Leonard's Church, Southoe
St Leonard's Church, Southoe
Thatched cottage on Bell Lane, Southoe
Thatched cottage on Bell Lane, Southoe
Town Orchard, Southoe
Town Orchard, Southoe
High Street, Southoe
High Street, Southoe
Field by Bell Lane, Southoe
Field by Bell Lane, Southoe
Car  park  and  playing  field  on  Island  Common
Car park and playing field on Island Common
Traffic  lights  at  northern  end  of  islands  common New Street joins Mill Lane. Going from St Neots to the A1
Traffic lights at northern end of islands common
New Street joins Mill Lane. Going from St Neots to the A1
Mill  Lane  entering  Little  Paxton  over  River  Great  Ouse As the river is split  around an island the raised footbridge is a very long one. Village name sign far right, obscured by leaves.
Mill Lane entering Little Paxton over River Great Ouse
As the river is split around an island the raised footbridge is a very long one. Village name sign far right, obscured by leaves.
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Little Paxton is located at Grid Ref: TL1862 (Lat: 52.250122, Lng: -0.260782)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: Huntingdonshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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