Brinkley

Settlement in Cambridgeshire East Cambridgeshire

England

Brinkley

Weston Colville: houses on Brinkley Road A fine October morning.
Weston Colville: houses on Brinkley Road Credit: John Sutton

Brinkley is a small village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated about 13 miles east of the city of Cambridge, it falls within the district of East Cambridgeshire. With a population of around 400 residents, it exudes a peaceful and tight-knit community atmosphere.

The village is characterized by its picturesque rural setting, surrounded by beautiful countryside and farmlands. Brinkley is known for its charming thatched cottages, which add to its traditional English village aesthetics. The village boasts a rich history, with evidence of settlements dating back to Roman times.

Despite its small size, Brinkley offers a range of amenities and services for its residents. There is a local primary school, providing education for children within the village and nearby areas. Additionally, Brinkley is home to a village hall, serving as a hub for community events and gatherings.

For outdoor enthusiasts, the village provides an ideal base for exploring the surrounding countryside. There are numerous footpaths and bridleways, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy leisurely walks and bike rides. The nearby Wicken Fen Nature Reserve offers opportunities for birdwatching and observing wildlife in their natural habitats.

Transport links in Brinkley are limited, with no train station in the immediate vicinity. However, the village is well-connected by road, with the A11 passing nearby, providing easy access to Cambridge and other major towns in the region.

In summary, Brinkley is a tranquil and idyllic village in Cambridgeshire, offering a peaceful rural lifestyle amidst stunning natural landscapes.

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Brinkley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.166804/0.381865 or Grid Reference TL6254. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Weston Colville: houses on Brinkley Road A fine October morning.
Weston Colville: houses on Brinkley Road
A fine October morning.
Bridleway to Grange Road The start of a track which ends at the road from Weston Colville to Dullingham, a mile and a half away.
Bridleway to Grange Road
The start of a track which ends at the road from Weston Colville to Dullingham, a mile and a half away.
Towards Weston Colville on Brinkley Road This is the winding B1052, between Willingham Green and Weston Colville, photographed on a bright October morning.
Towards Weston Colville on Brinkley Road
This is the winding B1052, between Willingham Green and Weston Colville, photographed on a bright October morning.
Cottages at Willingham Green A hamlet between Weston Colville and Brinkley (ahead) in the gentle hills of East Cambridgeshire.
Cottages at Willingham Green
A hamlet between Weston Colville and Brinkley (ahead) in the gentle hills of East Cambridgeshire.
Willingham Green Road This is a hamlet in East Cambridgeshire. The road leads to Carlton and on into Suffolk.
Willingham Green Road
This is a hamlet in East Cambridgeshire. The road leads to Carlton and on into Suffolk.
The start of a footpath at Willingham Green This is part of a complex network of footpaths linking Carlton, Brinkley and Weston Green.
The start of a footpath at Willingham Green
This is part of a complex network of footpaths linking Carlton, Brinkley and Weston Green.
Turn left for Willingham Green A turn off the road from Carlton to Brinkley (ahead), photographed on a sunny morning in early autumn.
Turn left for Willingham Green
A turn off the road from Carlton to Brinkley (ahead), photographed on a sunny morning in early autumn.
Collapsed shed, fallen apples, pink cottages and a red car Near Raynor's Bridge on the undulating road from Carlton to Brinkley (ahead). The pink row is Little Low Cottages.

Keith Edkins was here in 2018: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5922622">TL6353 : Old shed at Raynor Bridge</a>.
Collapsed shed, fallen apples, pink cottages and a red car
Near Raynor's Bridge on the undulating road from Carlton to Brinkley (ahead). The pink row is Little Low Cottages. Keith Edkins was here in 2018: TL6353 : Old shed at Raynor Bridge.
Carlton: a cottage on Brinkley Road In the valley of the River Stour, which rises on nearby Wratting Common. The original parts of the Grade II listed cottage were built in the 18th century.
Carlton: a cottage on Brinkley Road
In the valley of the River Stour, which rises on nearby Wratting Common. The original parts of the Grade II listed cottage were built in the 18th century.
Carlton Hill: across the Stour Valley John Constable's Stour is a Suffolk river, but it rises not far from here, at Wratting Common near Weston Colville in the hills of East Cambridgeshire and reaches the sea at Manningtree in Essex. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7307887">TL6453 : Carlton: a cottage on Brinkley Road</a> is a closer look at the house in the centre middle distance.
Carlton Hill: across the Stour Valley
John Constable's Stour is a Suffolk river, but it rises not far from here, at Wratting Common near Weston Colville in the hills of East Cambridgeshire and reaches the sea at Manningtree in Essex. TL6453 : Carlton: a cottage on Brinkley Road is a closer look at the house in the centre middle distance.
Carlton: former school and school house This is where Church Road, Brinkley Road (left) and Acre Road (right) meet. The picture was taken on a sunny October morning when only some trees' leaves had changed colour.
Carlton: former school and school house
This is where Church Road, Brinkley Road (left) and Acre Road (right) meet. The picture was taken on a sunny October morning when only some trees' leaves had changed colour.
Westley Waterless: water shortage After the drought summer of 2022 the water level looks low in the pond on Church Lane.

For comparison: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3276200">TL6156 : Westley Waterless: Church Lane and pond</a> (2012).
Westley Waterless: water shortage
After the drought summer of 2022 the water level looks low in the pond on Church Lane. For comparison: TL6156 : Westley Waterless: Church Lane and pond (2012).
Westley Waterless: St Mary - restoration Two men were working on the bellcote - one on the lead, the other painting the louvres. The spirelet replaced a round tower which collapsed in 1855.

Inside are two exquisite 14th-century brasses: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3276297">TL6156 : Westley Waterless: brass of Sir John Creke (detail)</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3276294">TL6156 : Westley Waterless: brass of Lady Creke (detail)</a>.
Westley Waterless: St Mary - restoration
Two men were working on the bellcote - one on the lead, the other painting the louvres. The spirelet replaced a round tower which collapsed in 1855. Inside are two exquisite 14th-century brasses: TL6156 : Westley Waterless: brass of Sir John Creke (detail) and TL6156 : Westley Waterless: brass of Lady Creke (detail).
Westley Waterless: building work A new house on Main Road
Westley Waterless: building work
A new house on Main Road
Converted water tower near Burrough Green A house on the B1061 between Dullingham and Brinkley.
Converted water tower near Burrough Green
A house on the B1061 between Dullingham and Brinkley.
Burrough End: the B1052 near the Westley Waterless turn <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3276486">TL6255 : Nearing Burrough End</a> is a winter view from the other side of the road, taken nearly ten years before.
Burrough End: the B1052 near the Westley Waterless turn
TL6255 : Nearing Burrough End is a winter view from the other side of the road, taken nearly ten years before.
On the B1052 Dullingham Road Nearing Fern Cottage, between Brinkley and Burrough End, on a sparkling October morning.
On the B1052 Dullingham Road
Nearing Fern Cottage, between Brinkley and Burrough End, on a sparkling October morning.
Brinkley: autumn sunlight The fine trees form an avenue to Brinkley Hall. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3275507">TL6254 : Brinkley: winter sunlight</a> is a closer view, taken almost ten years before.
Brinkley: autumn sunlight
The fine trees form an avenue to Brinkley Hall. TL6254 : Brinkley: winter sunlight is a closer view, taken almost ten years before.
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Brinkley is located at Grid Ref: TL6254 (Lat: 52.166804, Lng: 0.381865)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: East Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Located within 500m of 52.166804,0.381865
Brinkley
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Recycling
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Bus Stop
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Telephone
Defibrillator
Booth: K6
Defibrillator Location: inside red phone box opposite Memorial Hall, Brinkley
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