Boxworth

Civil Parish in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Boxworth

Boxworth is a civil parish located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated approximately 8 miles northwest of the city of Cambridge, the village is known for its picturesque countryside and rural charm.

The parish covers an area of around 3 square miles and is home to a small population of residents. The village itself is characterized by traditional stone and thatched-roof cottages, adding to its quaint and idyllic atmosphere. The surrounding landscape is primarily agricultural, with vast fields and farmland dominating the area.

Despite its small size, Boxworth offers a range of amenities and facilities for its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub, which serves as a focal point for community gatherings and social events. The village also benefits from excellent transport links, with easy access to major roads and public transport services.

The area surrounding Boxworth is renowned for its natural beauty, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The village is surrounded by several nature reserves and walking trails, allowing residents and visitors to explore the stunning countryside and wildlife that Cambridgeshire has to offer.

Overall, Boxworth is a charming and peaceful village that provides a close-knit community atmosphere, while also offering convenient access to nearby urban areas. Its picturesque setting and range of amenities make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a tranquil countryside lifestyle.

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Boxworth Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.254346/-0.032185 or Grid Reference TL3463. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Boxworth, St Peter

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Knapwell, All Saints

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Rolling wheat fields

An overview of the arable fields that cover much of this grid square (taken from just outside the square looking in).

David Gruar

Power line north of Childerley Hall

Probably the most interesting feature of this square! Cambridgeshire certainly has its fair share of flat cornfields.

David Gruar

Field scale lysimeters

A lysimeter measures water penetration in the soil, apparently. The things you learn through Geograph.

David Gruar

Knapwell village street

Showing the handmade sign that is de rigueur for all villages in this area.

David Gruar

Field bean cultivation, Boxworth

A bit of relief from the wheat that currently covers most of the land round here.

David Gruar

Road from Boxworth to Elsworth

Taken from the layby, this shows the Boxworth-Elsworth road on the top of a fenland "hill" dropping 10m in 500m distance is the dip. Beyond are further fields and gentle hills typical of the area.

Sue Jones

Converted house

One of the many converted dwellings in the village, giving the area its own unique character.

Sue Jones

Terrace houses

A view along the main road through Knapwell, showing terrace houses backing onto the street. The road tarmac is coloured red to help drivers remember that the village is a 30mph zone - a technique used often in local rural villages.

Sue Jones

Footpath and field boundary

Quiet and unremarkable Cambridgeshire agricultural land.

Mary Paren

Memorial for Revd Arnold Kirke Smith

Rector of the Parish for 38 years before his death in 1927.

William Metcalfe

Elsworth Mill, Elsworth, Cambs

A capless tower mill (also known East Mill, Papworth's Mill or the Black Mill) nestling amongst trees along Boxworth Road east of the village. It replaced an earlier wooden smock mill, probably dating from around 1800 and destroyed by fire in 1854. It was converted into a house around 1935.

Rodney Burton

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Geoff Pick

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.

Julian Paren

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.

Julian Paren

Field margin east of Conington

With wildlife-friendly unmown grass left round the edge.

Keith Edkins

Stubble field with hazy tree

I carefully paced out the right point on the footpath, only to discover that due to the ridge in the landscape there is very little to see. So here it is.

Keith Edkins

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Boxworth is located at Grid Ref: TL3463 (Lat: 52.254346, Lng: -0.032185)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire