Conington

Settlement in Huntingdonshire Huntingdonshire

England

Conington

Cyclists on the B1043 One of several groups I encountered in a very short space of time.
Cyclists on the B1043 Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Conington is a small village located in the county of Huntingdonshire, in the eastern part of England. Situated approximately 10 miles south of Peterborough, Conington is a picturesque village with a population of around 200 residents.

The village is known for its rural charm and beautiful countryside surroundings. It is characterized by a mix of traditional thatched cottages and more modern houses, giving it a unique and appealing aesthetic. The village is also home to a historic church, St. Mary's, which dates back to the 12th century and is renowned for its stunning architecture.

Conington is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with convenient road access to major transport routes such as the A1 and A14. This makes it an ideal location for commuters who work in Peterborough or other nearby urban centers.

Despite its small size, the village has a strong sense of community and offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub where locals can gather and socialize. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding.

Overall, Conington is a tranquil and idyllic village that offers a peaceful respite from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its charming architecture, strong community spirit, and proximity to major transport links make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a rural lifestyle with easy access to urban amenities.

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Conington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.458247/-0.270636 or Grid Reference TL1785. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cyclists on the B1043 One of several groups I encountered in a very short space of time.
Cyclists on the B1043
One of several groups I encountered in a very short space of time.
Wheat field off Cook's Lane
Wheat field off Cook's Lane
Stubble field and new hedge Near Bruce's Castle Farm.
Several hundred metres of new hedging has been planted in this area.
Stubble field and new hedge
Near Bruce's Castle Farm. Several hundred metres of new hedging has been planted in this area.
Stubble field near Ivy Farm Looking towards the East Coast Main Line.
Stubble field near Ivy Farm
Looking towards the East Coast Main Line.
Gates to Conington House and footpath to the church Probably date from the early seventeenth century.
Gates to Conington House and footpath to the church
Probably date from the early seventeenth century.
Isolated barn, Conington A footpath between the village and church runs alongside on the right.
Isolated barn, Conington
A footpath between the village and church runs alongside on the right.
Woodland north of Conington
Woodland north of Conington
Former taxiway, RAF Glatton RAF Glatton opened as a USAF base in 1943. It closed in 1948 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RAF_Glatton" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RAF_Glatton">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>
Despite its short life it has had a major impact on the surroundings of Conington with many roads clearly having originally been part of the base. Concrete beneath the tarmac is the giveaway.
Former taxiway, RAF Glatton
RAF Glatton opened as a USAF base in 1943. It closed in 1948 LinkExternal link Despite its short life it has had a major impact on the surroundings of Conington with many roads clearly having originally been part of the base. Concrete beneath the tarmac is the giveaway.
Tree lined track off Glatton Lane Not a public right of way.
Tree lined track off Glatton Lane
Not a public right of way.
All Saints, Conington The bell tower bathed in evening sunlight, just after finished a 3 hour peal on the bells here.
All Saints, Conington
The bell tower bathed in evening sunlight, just after finished a 3 hour peal on the bells here.
All Saints, Conington  My favourite church judging by how many photos I've taken of this place over the years plus the many I added to this site 8 odd years ago!

14th Century building with memorials inside dedicated to the Cotton family who rebuilt it in 1500.
All Saints, Conington
My favourite church judging by how many photos I've taken of this place over the years plus the many I added to this site 8 odd years ago! 14th Century building with memorials inside dedicated to the Cotton family who rebuilt it in 1500.
Conington, All Saints
Conington, All Saints
Stubble field near Bruce's Castle Farm The bushes in the field hide a small pond.
Stubble field near Bruce's Castle Farm
The bushes in the field hide a small pond.
Harrowed field and small plantation near Bruce's Castle Farm
Harrowed field and small plantation near Bruce's Castle Farm
Crease Road and Bruce's Castle Farm New hedges have been planted alongside the road.
Crease Road and Bruce's Castle Farm
New hedges have been planted alongside the road.
Lane near Ivy Farm Looking towards Ivy Farm.
Lane near Ivy Farm
Looking towards Ivy Farm.
War memorial, Conington
War memorial, Conington
Grass field at Conington
Grass field at Conington
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Conington is located at Grid Ref: TL1785 (Lat: 52.458247, Lng: -0.270636)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: Huntingdonshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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