Arrington

Civil Parish in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Arrington

Croydon
Croydon Credit: mym

Arrington is a small civil parish located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. It is situated approximately 12 miles southwest of the city of Cambridge. The parish covers an area of around 1.3 square miles and is surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering residents a peaceful and scenic environment.

Arrington has a population of around 250 people, making it a close-knit community. The village itself is characterized by a mix of traditional and modern architecture, with some historic buildings dating back to the 17th century. The centerpiece of the village is the Parish Church of St. Nicholas, a charming medieval building that adds to the area's historical charm.

The parish is home to a handful of amenities, including a village hall that serves as a focal point for community events and gatherings. There is also a primary school, providing education for local children. For further amenities, residents can easily access nearby towns and cities such as Cambridge or Royston.

The surrounding countryside offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities. There are several footpaths and bridleways that crisscross the area, allowing residents to explore the picturesque landscapes on foot, by bike, or on horseback. The nearby Wimpole Estate, a National Trust property, provides even more recreational options with its expansive parkland and gardens.

Overall, Arrington is a charming and tranquil civil parish, offering residents a close-knit community, beautiful surroundings, and easy access to nearby amenities and attractions.

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Arrington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.139912/-0.072278 or Grid Reference TL3250. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Croydon
Croydon
The Cam valley after harvest, Arrington, Cambs – view SE from the edge of the boulder clay plateau on Croydon Road, with the Chalk escarpment above Royston in the far distance.
The Cam valley after harvest, Arrington, Cambs
– view SE from the edge of the boulder clay plateau on Croydon Road, with the Chalk escarpment above Royston in the far distance.
The Queen Adelaide P.H., Croydon
The Queen Adelaide P.H., Croydon
Trig point on Croydon Hill Footpath runs to the west of this trig point and not to the east as shown on the map.
Trig point on Croydon Hill
Footpath runs to the west of this trig point and not to the east as shown on the map.
Old Milepost Old milepost on the A1198 near to Arrington, Cambridgeshire for close up view see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1536973" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1536973">Link</a> and for more info on the stone see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://milestones.megalithia.com/sites/tl330497.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://milestones.megalithia.com/sites/tl330497.htm">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> do have a look at their home page.
Old Milepost
Old milepost on the A1198 near to Arrington, Cambridgeshire for close up view see Link and for more info on the stone see LinkExternal link do have a look at their home page.
Old Milepost Old milepost on the A1198 near to Arrington, Cambridgeshire for overall view see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1536966" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1536966">Link</a> and for more info on the stone see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://milestones.megalithia.com/sites/tl330497.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://milestones.megalithia.com/sites/tl330497.htm">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> do have a look at their home page.
Old Milepost
Old milepost on the A1198 near to Arrington, Cambridgeshire for overall view see Link and for more info on the stone see LinkExternal link do have a look at their home page.
Font and Paschal Candle, All Saints, Croydon, Cambs. The candle is in its traditional place beside the font. It is usually replaced each year and lit for the first time at Easter. It symbolises the Resurrection, an important aspect of baptism.
Font and Paschal Candle, All Saints, Croydon, Cambs.
The candle is in its traditional place beside the font. It is usually replaced each year and lit for the first time at Easter. It symbolises the Resurrection, an important aspect of baptism.
House in Croydon
House in Croydon
High Street, Croydon
High Street, Croydon
Farmland off the A1198
Farmland off the A1198
Ermine Way (A1198) heading north
Ermine Way (A1198) heading north
All Saints, Croydon
All Saints, Croydon
All Saints, Croydon - East end
All Saints, Croydon - East end
All Saints, Croydon - Font
All Saints, Croydon - Font
All Saints, Croydon - Stained glass window The Last Supper
All Saints, Croydon - Stained glass window
The Last Supper
All Saints, Croydon - Stained glass window
All Saints, Croydon - Stained glass window
All Saints, Croydon - Stained glass window
All Saints, Croydon - Stained glass window
All Saints, Croydon - Stall
All Saints, Croydon - Stall
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Arrington is located at Grid Ref: TL3250 (Lat: 52.139912, Lng: -0.072278)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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