Glatton

Civil Parish in Huntingdonshire Huntingdonshire

England

Glatton

Glatton is a civil parish located in the district of Huntingdonshire, in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. It is situated approximately 10 miles west of the city of Peterborough and 7 miles east of the town of Huntingdon. The parish covers an area of about 2.5 square miles and has a population of around 400 people.

The village of Glatton is known for its picturesque rural setting and historic charm. It features a mix of traditional thatched cottages and more modern housing, creating a unique blend of old and new. The parish is surrounded by open fields and farmland, providing a tranquil and scenic environment for residents and visitors alike.

Glatton boasts a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Iron Age. The village is home to the Grade I listed All Saints' Church, which dates back to the 14th century and is considered a fine example of medieval architecture. Other notable landmarks include the village green and the former Glatton Hall, now a private residence.

The community in Glatton is close-knit and vibrant, with various social activities and events taking place throughout the year. The village has a primary school, a village hall, and a local pub, providing essential services and amenities for its residents.

Overall, Glatton offers a peaceful and idyllic countryside setting, combined with a strong sense of community and a rich historical heritage.

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Glatton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.464219/-0.309323 or Grid Reference TL1486. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Glatton, St Nicholas

Dave Kelly

A1(M) southbound, approaching Sawtry

The A1 is the longest numbered road in the UK at 410 miles long. It connects London with Edinburgh, via the east of England. For much of its path it follows the Great North Road the old coaching route between London and Edinburgh. Several sections of the route are classified as motorway A1(M). The modern A1 bypasses the towns the Great North Road passed through and is dual carriageway for most of its route through England.

Christopher Hilton

Glatton Ways Bridge, A1(M)

A1(M), northbound

B1043 southbound

Glatton Ways

Entrance to Glatton

Infield Road

Access to Glatton Lodge Farm

Alex McGregor

B1043 southbound

Alex McGregor

B660 road bridge over A1(M)

David Robinson

Old Milepost by the B1043,

Cast iron post by the B1043 (was A1), in parish of CONINGTON (HUNTINGDONSHIRE District), Great North Road, near Ratcliffe Heavy Recovery, in lawn of front garden, on East side of road. Barwell iron casting Erected by the Stilton turnpike trust in the 19th century. Re-located from further South at about TL 1684 8649 Inscription reads:- : ALCON / -BURY / HILL / 5 : : TO / LONDON / 73 : : STILTON / 2 : : (illegible maker's name). : Milestone Society National ID: HU_LYA73.

MW Hallett

Old Boundary Marker by the B1043,

Parish Boundary Marker by the B1043 (was A1), in parish of Denton and Caldecote (Huntingdonshire District), Old Great North Road, South of Glatton Lane on verge against hedge. Inscription reads:- : CONNING / TON : : PARISH / BOUNDARY : : GLATTON : Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1389469 Link

To be surveyed Milestone Society National ID: HU_CONGLA01pb