Childerley Gate

Settlement in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Childerley Gate

Scotland Farm entrance Looking west from Scotland Road, Dry Drayton. Time about 5pm.
Scotland Farm entrance Credit: Jeff Bronks

Childerley Gate is a small village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles to the west of the city of Cambridge, Childerley Gate is a rural settlement surrounded by picturesque countryside and farmland.

The village is known for its historical significance, with the main attraction being Childerley Hall, a Grade I listed building. This impressive manor house dates back to the 16th century and is renowned for its stunning architecture and beautiful gardens. The hall has seen various owners throughout its history and has been well-preserved, offering visitors a glimpse into the region's past.

In addition to the hall, Childerley Gate boasts a charming church dedicated to St. Margaret. This Grade II listed building is an architectural gem, featuring a Norman tower and a beautiful interior adorned with medieval stained glass windows.

Despite its small size, the village has a tight-knit community and a friendly atmosphere. The residents take great pride in their surroundings and actively participate in local events and initiatives. The village also benefits from its proximity to Cambridge, offering residents easy access to the amenities and cultural attractions of a bustling city.

Childerley Gate is a haven for nature lovers, with numerous walking and cycling routes in the surrounding countryside. The village is also home to a variety of wildlife, making it an ideal location for birdwatching and nature enthusiasts.

Overall, Childerley Gate is a delightful village that combines historical charm with the tranquility of rural living. Its idyllic setting and strong community spirit make it a desirable place to reside or visit in Cambridgeshire.

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Childerley Gate Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.218306/-0.01766 or Grid Reference TL3559. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Scotland Farm entrance Looking west from Scotland Road, Dry Drayton. Time about 5pm.
Scotland Farm entrance
Looking west from Scotland Road, Dry Drayton. Time about 5pm.
The chapel at Childerley Hall A private chapel, but opened for Christmas and Harvest Festival services, apparently. The rest of the hall looks interesting, but not much is visible without trespassing.
The chapel at Childerley Hall
A private chapel, but opened for Christmas and Harvest Festival services, apparently. The rest of the hall looks interesting, but not much is visible without trespassing.
LPG store, Childerley Hall farm Formerly a grain store (note the stilts designed to raise it away from the rats), this building now holds more explosive contents.
LPG store, Childerley Hall farm
Formerly a grain store (note the stilts designed to raise it away from the rats), this building now holds more explosive contents.
Courses for horses Horse jumping practice ring at Bird's Pastures Farm, near Knapwell. The surface of the practice ring is made from chopped up car tyres. Very green.
Courses for horses
Horse jumping practice ring at Bird's Pastures Farm, near Knapwell. The surface of the practice ring is made from chopped up car tyres. Very green.
Farmland The edge of a wheat (I think) field near Bird's Pastures Farm.
Farmland
The edge of a wheat (I think) field near Bird's Pastures Farm.
Old orchard near Childerley This small stand of old apple trees sits central to the grid square by the road to Childerley Hall.
Old orchard near Childerley
This small stand of old apple trees sits central to the grid square by the road to Childerley Hall.
Road to Childerley Gate A ploughed field beside a well-maintained estate road.
Road to Childerley Gate
A ploughed field beside a well-maintained estate road.
Stables at New Farm Can you spot the horse in this picture?
Stables at New Farm
Can you spot the horse in this picture?
Dry Drayton Industries A small industrial estate just off the St Neot's road
Dry Drayton Industries
A small industrial estate just off the St Neot's road
Houses on Scotland Road
Houses on Scotland Road
Dry Drayton Alpacas The herd has been based at Scotland Farm since 2003 breeding animals for sale. Prices start around £2,500.
Dry Drayton Alpacas
The herd has been based at Scotland Farm since 2003 breeding animals for sale. Prices start around £2,500.
Brown cria at Dry Drayton Alpacas n. cria (plural crias). (1) A young South American camelid (llama, vicuna, or alpaca). 

Etymology: Spanish criar, to give birth

(Wiktionary)
Brown cria at Dry Drayton Alpacas
n. cria (plural crias). (1) A young South American camelid (llama, vicuna, or alpaca). Etymology: Spanish criar, to give birth (Wiktionary)
Scotland Farm
Scotland Farm
Chapel at Childerley Hall By the lake.
Chapel at Childerley Hall
By the lake.
Childerley Hall The surviving wing of an Elizabethan House, where Charles I was once held under house arrest. For more details, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.childerley.org/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.childerley.org/">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>
Childerley Hall
The surviving wing of an Elizabethan House, where Charles I was once held under house arrest. For more details, see LinkExternal link
Hardwick, St Mary <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/hardwick.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/hardwick.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>
Hardwick, St Mary
Car repair shop in Hardwick
Car repair shop in Hardwick
Enterprise Cafe, Hardwick This was a bustling transport caff before the road was realigned and upgraded; it is now a shadow of its former self.  In the far background, you can see a customer at the current version of the cafe, a small portakabin.
Enterprise Cafe, Hardwick
This was a bustling transport caff before the road was realigned and upgraded; it is now a shadow of its former self. In the far background, you can see a customer at the current version of the cafe, a small portakabin.
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Childerley Gate is located at Grid Ref: TL3559 (Lat: 52.218306, Lng: -0.01766)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

What 3 Words

///canyons.hounded.twitches. Near Cambourne, Cambridgeshire

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Located within 500m of 52.218306,-0.01766
Mini Roundabout
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Childerley Gate
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Population: 20
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Parking
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Fortitude Fitness Centre
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