Lynch Wood

Settlement in Huntingdonshire

England

Lynch Wood

Vetchfield, road
Vetchfield, road Credit: Alex McGregor

Lynch Wood is a small village located in the district of Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire, England. Situated just south of the River Great Ouse, it is part of the civil parish of Alconbury Weston. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering residents and visitors a tranquil and scenic environment.

Historically, Lynch Wood was primarily an agricultural settlement, with farming being the main occupation of its inhabitants. Over the years, however, the village has seen some development and diversification, with a mix of residential and commercial properties now dotting the landscape.

The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with the A1(M) motorway just a short drive away, providing easy access to Peterborough and Cambridge. The nearby Huntingdon railway station also offers convenient rail links to London and other major cities.

Lynch Wood boasts a close-knit community, with a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a village hall, local shops, a primary school, and a pub, providing a sense of community and meeting places for social gatherings.

Surrounded by nature, Lynch Wood offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. The nearby River Great Ouse is a popular spot for boating, fishing, and riverside walks. The village is also close to the Alconbury Weald Country Park, a vast green space with walking trails and a variety of wildlife.

Overall, Lynch Wood is a charming village that combines the tranquility of rural living with easy access to amenities and nearby urban areas.

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Lynch Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.552239/-0.3201994 or Grid Reference TL1396. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Vetchfield, road
Vetchfield, road
The Nene Valley Railway line crossing Splash Dike "Nene Valley Railway is the UK’s leading international steam attraction ... " <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.nvr.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.nvr.org.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>
The Nene Valley Railway line crossing Splash Dike
"Nene Valley Railway is the UK’s leading international steam attraction ... " LinkExternal link
Castor Mills A mid 19th century tower windmill and, behind left, an early 19th century water mill undergoing restoration  <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1162635" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1162635">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>
Castor Mills
A mid 19th century tower windmill and, behind left, an early 19th century water mill undergoing restoration LinkExternal link
The Hereward Way crossing Back Dike The dike is a short, separate course of the Nene supplying Castor Mill. The small area of land to the left of the bridge, essentially an island between two courses of the river, is Nene Park's 'East Holmes' (see description for <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7110621">TL1097 : Footpath along West Holmes</a>)
The Hereward Way crossing Back Dike
The dike is a short, separate course of the Nene supplying Castor Mill. The small area of land to the left of the bridge, essentially an island between two courses of the river, is Nene Park's 'East Holmes' (see description for TL1097 : Footpath along West Holmes)
Alwalton Lock A common lock type on the Nene: a steel guillotine lock gate on the downstream side, and 'conventional' double 'V door', wooden gates upstream.
Alwalton Lock
A common lock type on the Nene: a steel guillotine lock gate on the downstream side, and 'conventional' double 'V door', wooden gates upstream.
The Nene flood plain west of Peterborough The Roman garrison town of Durobrivae used to sit on the far bank of the Nene, behind the line of trees  <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durobrivae_(Water_Newton)" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durobrivae_(Water_Newton)">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>
The Nene flood plain west of Peterborough
The Roman garrison town of Durobrivae used to sit on the far bank of the Nene, behind the line of trees LinkExternal link
Alwalton, St Andrew
Alwalton, St Andrew
Chesterton, St Michael
Chesterton, St Michael
Orton Waterville, St Mary
Orton Waterville, St Mary
Former Windmill Windmill near Castor on the River Nene.
Former Windmill
Windmill near Castor on the River Nene.
Footpath near the River Nene Sharp turn in the path near Castor.
Footpath near the River Nene
Sharp turn in the path near Castor.
Nene Way Footpath near Castor.
Nene Way
Footpath near Castor.
Lynch Bridge Nene Valley Railway, near Peterborough.
Lynch Bridge
Nene Valley Railway, near Peterborough.
Ferry Meadows Prominent tree, in Ferry Meadows.
Ferry Meadows
Prominent tree, in Ferry Meadows.
Landy Green Way Marked as a footpath. But a parish council notice says that horse riders have temporary permission to use it (i.e.treat it as a bridleway?).
Landy Green Way
Marked as a footpath. But a parish council notice says that horse riders have temporary permission to use it (i.e.treat it as a bridleway?).
South gate, East of England Showground Side entrance to the East of England Showground off Dunblane Drive.
South gate, East of England Showground
Side entrance to the East of England Showground off Dunblane Drive.
Dunblane Drive 1990s housing.
Dunblane Drive
1990s housing.
Dunblane Drive 1990s housing.
Dunblane Drive
1990s housing.
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Lynch Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL1396 (Lat: 52.552239, Lng: -0.3201994)

Unitary Authority: Peterborough

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Lynch Wood, Commerce Road
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Lynch Wood, Commerce Road
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Cummins Generator Technologies
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Lynch Wood, Diligenta
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Lynch Wood Business Park
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Lynch Wood Business Park
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