Orchard Park

Settlement in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Orchard Park

Arbury sunset This photo was taken by my husband from the window of a friend&#039;s house on Nuns Way. A simple picture of the sunset over the rooftops. — Arbury sunset Credit: H Heasley

Orchard Park is a modern housing development located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles northwest of the city of Cambridge, the area was developed in the early 2000s as part of a larger urban expansion plan. The neighborhood is known for its contemporary architecture and well-planned layout, offering a mix of residential properties and community amenities.

The housing in Orchard Park consists mainly of modern, energy-efficient homes, including apartments, townhouses, and detached houses. The properties are designed with sustainable features, such as solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems, aiming to reduce their environmental impact. The development also prioritizes green spaces, including parks and gardens, providing residents with ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation.

The community of Orchard Park benefits from various amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. There are local shops, including a supermarket, providing convenient access to everyday essentials. Additionally, the development has a primary school, making it an attractive area for families with children. For further educational needs, there are several renowned schools and colleges in the nearby city of Cambridge.

Transportation links in Orchard Park are well-developed, with regular bus services connecting the neighborhood to Cambridge and surrounding areas. The proximity to the A14, a major road connecting the east coast of England, allows for easy access to other parts of the country. Furthermore, the city of Cambridge offers a mainline railway station, providing frequent trains to London and other major cities.

Overall, Orchard Park is a vibrant and sustainable community with modern housing, green spaces, and convenient amenities, making it an appealing place to live for individuals and families alike.

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Orchard Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.23258/0.11842317 or Grid Reference TL4461. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Arbury sunset

This photo was taken by my husband from the window of a friend's house on Nuns Way. A simple picture of the sunset over the rooftops.

H Heasley

Leys Road, Chesterton, Cambridge

A typical street in the primarily residential area of Chesterton.

Tom Pullman

Histon station (disused)

The controversial guided bus scheme is planned to go along the course of this railway.

David Gruar

Former bus depot, Kings Hedges Road, Cambridge

Still marked as a bus depot on the 1:25000 map, but it looks pretty far gone to me. UPDATE (October 2005): construction has just started on a new housing development on this site, but the picture in the Cambridge Weekly News still shows this structure standing.

David Gruar

Cambridge Science Park

A large part of Cambridge's economy consists of high-tech industries, many of them located on the Science Park. This is the Conexant building.

David Gruar

Chesterfield Road and St George's Church, Chesterton

The church was built in 1938 to serve this large 1930s housing estate. The tower is an interesting design when it's not covered with scaffolding.

David Gruar

King's Hedges Estate, Cambridge

The entrance to Minerva Way, one of the many closes off Northfield Avenue on the King's Hedges Estate in the northern suburbs of Cambridge.

Rodney Burton

Local shop, South Arbury, Cambridge

The local shop and Carlton Arms pub in Carlton Way, Arbury, near the junction with Metcalfe Road; streetworks with paving and fencing have enhanced the area.

Rodney Burton

Arbury Court, Cambridge

Entrance to the Court, a small shopping centre in the northern suburb of Arbury.

Rodney Burton

Arbury Camp, Cambridge

A major development on the north side of Cambridge on the site of a former bus depot and Green Belt land; the busy A14 runs along the northern edge (left).

Rodney Burton

National Institute of Agricultural Botany farm, Cambridge

– view W of trial sites from the end of Windsor Road.

Rodney Burton

Montgomery Road, Arbury, Cambridge on Christmas Day 2005

View NNE at noon on Christmas Day; weather sunny, cloudless and 6.1°C.

Rodney Burton

Woodhouse Farm, Impington, Cambs

View N across winter stubble along the eastern side of the square; this wedge of farmland extends into north Cambridge between the Huntingdon and Histon roads.

Rodney Burton