Diddington

Civil Parish in Huntingdonshire Huntingdonshire

England

Diddington

Diddington, St Laurence
Diddington, St Laurence Credit: Dave Kelly

Diddington is a small civil parish located in Huntingdonshire, a historic county in the east of England. Situated approximately 4 miles west of Huntingdon town, Diddington covers an area of around 1.5 square miles and is home to a population of just over 100 residents.

The parish is characterized by its rural setting, with picturesque countryside surrounding the village. Diddington is predominantly an agricultural area, with many farms and open fields dotting the landscape. The River Kym flows through the parish, adding to its natural beauty.

The village itself is small and compact, featuring a scattering of houses and a few amenities. The centerpiece of Diddington is the St. Laurence Church, a charming medieval church that dates back to the 12th century. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate stonework.

Despite its small size, Diddington has a close-knit community, with residents often participating in local events and activities. The village is also well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good road links to Huntingdon and the A1 highway.

Diddington offers a peaceful and tranquil setting for those seeking a quiet countryside lifestyle. Its idyllic surroundings, combined with the warmth of its community, make it an attractive place to live or visit for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of larger urban areas.

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Diddington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.275793/-0.255892 or Grid Reference TL1965. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Diddington, St Laurence
Diddington, St Laurence
The Lion Hotel, Buckden An eighteenth century exterior disguises a building of about 1500 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1309969?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1309969?section=official-list-entry">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 Lion Hotel, Buckden
An eighteenth century exterior disguises a building of about 1500 LinkExternal link
The George Hotel, Buckden The hotel has been reduced in size and much is now occupied by other businesses. Much of the building dates from c1722 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1330406?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1330406?section=official-list-entry">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 George Hotel, Buckden
The hotel has been reduced in size and much is now occupied by other businesses. Much of the building dates from c1722 LinkExternal link
Former farmhouse, Buckden Dates from the seventeenth century with later additions and alterations <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1330419?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1330419?section=official-list-entry">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>
Former farmhouse, Buckden
Dates from the seventeenth century with later additions and alterations LinkExternal link
Luck's Cottage, Buckden Early nineteenth century house <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1130318?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1130318?section=official-list-entry">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>
Luck's Cottage, Buckden
Early nineteenth century house LinkExternal link
The Old Vicarage, Buckden The front part of the house dates from 1795 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1130319?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1130319?section=official-list-entry">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 Old Vicarage, Buckden
The front part of the house dates from 1795 LinkExternal link
Cottages, Luck's Lane, Buckden Mainly of the eighteenth century.
Cottages, Luck's Lane, Buckden
Mainly of the eighteenth century.
Southoe : Church of St Leonard Grade I listed - <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1130254?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1130254?section=official-list-entry">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>.
Southoe : Church of St Leonard
Grade I listed - LinkExternal link.
St Leonard's Church, Southoe
St Leonard's Church, Southoe
Corner House. Southoe
Corner House. Southoe
The end of High Street, Southoe This is as far as it goes.
The end of High Street, Southoe
This is as far as it goes.
Narrow path off High Street, Southoe
Narrow path off High Street, Southoe
St Leonard's Church, Southoe
St Leonard's Church, Southoe
The A1, Southoe
The A1, Southoe
Crop field by Bell Lane, Southoe
Crop field by Bell Lane, Southoe
Thatched cottage on Bell Lane, Southoe
Thatched cottage on Bell Lane, Southoe
Town Orchard, Southoe
Town Orchard, Southoe
High Street, Southoe
High Street, Southoe
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Diddington is located at Grid Ref: TL1965 (Lat: 52.275793, Lng: -0.255892)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: Huntingdonshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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