Lolworth

Settlement in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Lolworth

Lolworth Church looking N
Lolworth Church looking N Credit: mym

Lolworth is a small village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles northwest of the city of Cambridge, it falls within the administrative district of South Cambridgeshire. With a population of around 400 residents, Lolworth exudes a tranquil and picturesque atmosphere, characterized by its charming rural surroundings.

The village boasts a rich history, dating back to Saxon times, as evidenced by the presence of a Saxon burial ground discovered in the area. Today, Lolworth is best known for its beautiful 13th-century church, St. Michael's, which stands as a testament to the village's historical significance. The church is a popular attraction for visitors, offering a glimpse into the village's past.

Despite its small size, Lolworth offers a range of amenities to its residents. The village features a community hall that hosts various events and activities, fostering a sense of camaraderie among locals. Additionally, there is a well-maintained playground and recreational area, providing a space for outdoor leisure activities.

Lolworth benefits from its proximity to Cambridge, offering residents easy access to the city's amenities and employment opportunities. The village is well-connected to larger towns and cities in the region via a network of roads, making it an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle while remaining within reach of urban conveniences.

In summary, Lolworth is a small and idyllic village in Cambridgeshire, boasting a rich history, a sense of community, and a serene environment. Its close proximity to Cambridge adds to its appeal, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a harmonious blend of rural and urban living.

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Lolworth Images

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Lolworth Church looking N
Lolworth Church looking N
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Boxworth, St Peter
Saxon Way, Bar Hill, Cambs Saxon Way skirts the western part of the settlement, just south of the A14 road; the belt of trees (left) separates the housing estates from the open countryside and village of Lolworth.
Saxon Way, Bar Hill, Cambs
Saxon Way skirts the western part of the settlement, just south of the A14 road; the belt of trees (left) separates the housing estates from the open countryside and village of Lolworth.
Saxon Way, Bar Hill, Cambs – view of the perimeter road at the southern end of the village.
Saxon Way, Bar Hill, Cambs
– view of the perimeter road at the southern end of the village.
New Close Farm Business Park, Longstanton, Cambs – view from the B1050 Hatton's Road.
New Close Farm Business Park, Longstanton, Cambs
– view from the B1050 Hatton's Road.
The Links trading estate, Bar Hill, Cambs Bar Hill is a compact, modern, planned village founded in 1967; the Links is in the SE corner of the square adjacent to the A14 road.
The Links trading estate, Bar Hill, Cambs
Bar Hill is a compact, modern, planned village founded in 1967; the Links is in the SE corner of the square adjacent to the A14 road.
Cambridge services Busy services off the busy A14
Cambridge services
Busy services off the busy A14
Utton's Drove, Swavesey, Cambs – view SW towards the A14.
Utton's Drove, Swavesey, Cambs
– view SW towards the A14.
Meeting of bridleways, Swavesey, Cambs Tipplers' Road (left) joining Utton's Drove in the NW corner of the square.
Meeting of bridleways, Swavesey, Cambs
Tipplers' Road (left) joining Utton's Drove in the NW corner of the square.
Footpath and field boundary Quiet and unremarkable Cambridgeshire agricultural land.
Footpath and field boundary
Quiet and unremarkable Cambridgeshire agricultural land.
Hall Farm:  Meridian Zero The Greenwich Meridian passes through Hall Farm, the first prominent building in Lolworth as you approach along the track from Childerley.
Hall Farm: Meridian Zero
The Greenwich Meridian passes through Hall Farm, the first prominent building in Lolworth as you approach along the track from Childerley.
Memorial for Revd Arnold Kirke Smith Rector  of the Parish for 38 years before his death in 1927.
Memorial for Revd Arnold Kirke Smith
Rector of the Parish for 38 years before his death in 1927.
Footpath from Lolworth to Boxworth The footpath is wide and pleasant although there is an audible reminder of the  presence of A14 road less than a mile away.
Footpath from Lolworth to Boxworth
The footpath is wide and pleasant although there is an audible reminder of the presence of A14 road less than a mile away.
Footpath to nowhere The 1:25,000 OS map shows this footpath petering out as it approaches Boxworth. It is the only right of way in TL3563 and apparently come to a dead end.
Footpath to nowhere
The 1:25,000 OS map shows this footpath petering out as it approaches Boxworth. It is the only right of way in TL3563 and apparently come to a dead end.
Lolworth village The village hall is on the left and the wheelie bins show it's waste collection day.
Lolworth village
The village hall is on the left and the wheelie bins show it's waste collection day.
Children's recreation area A small plot at end of village with some play equipment.
Children's recreation area
A small plot at end of village with some play equipment.
Lolworth village hall The hall bears plaques for "Best kept village" awards.
Lolworth village hall
The hall bears plaques for "Best kept village" awards.
Footpath to Lolworth from Bar Hill This surfaced path provides good walking even in the wettest of winters when fields are waterlogged.
Footpath to Lolworth from Bar Hill
This surfaced path provides good walking even in the wettest of winters when fields are waterlogged.
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Lolworth is located at Grid Ref: TL3664 (Lat: 52.257827, Lng: 0.000894)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Located within 500m of 52.257827,0.000894
Note: footpath joined to highway
Lat/Long: 52.2599496/0.0042885
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:00; Sa 10:15
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: CB23 431
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 52.2581426/0.0011438
Lolworth
Is In: Cambridgeshire, England, UK
Place: village
Population: 136
Source: local_knowledge
Source Population: http://www.scambs.gov.uk/CommunityandLiving/VillageServicesAndAmenities/
Wikidata: Q2529412
Lat/Long: 52.2582683/0.0019935
Bus Stop
High Street
Bus: yes
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Naptan Indicator: near
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Naptan Street: Redlands Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.2578416/0.0007166
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.25782/-0.0001019
Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.2606087/0.0012069
Power: pole
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Lat/Long: 52.2600149/0.00083
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.2588031/7.77E-5
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.2559999/-0.0014671
Power: pole
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 52.2579027/0.0012762
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.2576745/0.0004809
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.2577274/0.0005239
Public Bookcase
Lolworth book exchange
Booth: K6
Colour: red
Covered: booth
Disused Amenity: telephone
Man Made: telephone_box
Note: Also "Lolworth Seed Exchange"
Public Bookcase Type: phone_box
Lat/Long: 52.2581486/0.0011594
Power: pole
Source: Esri
Lat/Long: 52.2597098/-0.0028485
Power: pole
Source: Esri
Lat/Long: 52.2598707/-0.0045008
Line Attachment: anchor
Location Transition: yes
Power: pole
Source Position: estimation
Lat/Long: 52.2616552/0.0018588
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.2577548/0.000619
Leisure: pitch
Sport: table_tennis
Lat/Long: 52.2567441/0.000496
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.2576997/0.0004335
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.2577664/0.0004969
Fixme: Survey for panel type
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 52.2596335/0.0031677
Fixme: Survey for panel type
Generator Method: photovoltaic
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Fixme: Survey for panel type
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Power: generator
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Fixme: Survey for panel type
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Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 52.2595735/0.0042553
Fixme: Survey for panel type
Generator Method: photovoltaic
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Generator Solar Modules: 12
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Power: generator
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Fixme: Survey for panel type
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 16
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Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 52.2583209/0.0011225
Waste Basket
Waste: trash
Lat/Long: 52.2579035/0.0012472
Playground: structure
Lat/Long: 52.2579619/0.0014709
Bench
Colour: brown
Material: plastic
Lat/Long: 52.2579823/0.0014196
Lolworth
Man Made: village_sign
Source: survey
Tourism: artwork
Lat/Long: 52.2577758/0.000979
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: outside The Robinson Hall, Lolworth
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 52.257804/0.0004393
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 52.257795/0.0004315
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 52.2598986/0.0070802
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.2545799/-0.002412
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.2577366/0.0019252
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.2577372/0.0006353
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.2584268/-0.0022671
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