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Orchard Fields is a stunning development of 2, 3, and 4-bedroom new homes in Somersham, a sought-after Cambridgeshire village. Benefitting from a desired semi-rural location, these energy-efficient... Read more ›
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Residents are well-connected to the local area, with grocery stores, a post office, pharmacy, and GP surgery all within easy reach. What’s more, the homes are close to nearby transport links, such as direct rail routes to London King’s Cross and Peterborough as well as major roads for commuters. As for leisure, the village has a superb community feel, with regular events and sociable clubs to enjoy, among the other exciting activities in proximity.
This development falls under the administration of Cambridgeshire County Council.
Somersham Nature Reserve is just one mile away, offering nearly 30 acres of natural habitat including woodland and wildflower meadows, a lake, and grassland – ideal for unwinding after a busy day. Match days are always exciting, with Somersham Football Stadium a 6-minute walk away, home of Somersham Town F.C.
Lakeside Lodge Golf and Country Club is three-and-a-half miles away, supplying a popular course and even tenpin bowling. Family-friendly fun can be had at Johnsons Zoo a seven-minute drive away, with over 100 animals to marvel at. A similar distance away, take in the glorious natural sights at RSPB Ouse Fen Nature Reserve, which is ideal for birdwatching, riverside walks, and picnics.
Nearby, Huntingdon town centre provides several gyms, a leisure centre, a cinema, and a racecourse. There are three cities within easy reach. Ely is a half-hour drive away, the city boasting a museum, arts centre, and Ely Cathedral. Cambridge is a similar distance away, with Cambridge University Botanical Gardens and punting on the rivers. London is a direct, one-hour train journey from Huntingdon, the capital city offering a spectacular range of leisure including well-known attractions – like the London Eye, The British Museum, and The Natural History Museum.
Parents are well-served by several nearby schools, including Somersham Primary School less than a mile away from the homes. Furthermore, Earith Primary School is a short 6-minute drive away. For private education, Whitehall Primary School is half a mile away, a convenient walking distance.
Local children of secondary age attend Abbey College in Ramsey, or St Ivo Academy an 11-minute drive away; both schools provide sixth-form education for those wishing to continue their studies there. Cambridge Regional College also supplies further education a half-hour drive away, with the college offering post-16 courses and apprenticeships.
Local universities in the area include The University of Cambridge and Anglia Ruskin University’s Cambridge campus, both of which are around 40 minutes away. Further out, The University of West Anglia and The University of Northampton are both around an hour’s drive away, while The University of Bedfordshire takes a little longer to reach at an hour-and-a-half’s drive away.
Those who drive have excellent road links connecting them to the local area and beyond. The A141, A14, A1, and M11 are easily accessible to ensure a smooth trip to Huntingdon, Saint Ives, Ely, Cambridge, and beyond.
Commuters relying on public transport have two bus stops half a mile away, connecting locals to Saint Ives, Warboys, and Ramsey. Notably, Saint Ives has a connecting bus which travels directly through to Cambridge and Huntingdon.
Those travelling by rail can do so via Huntingdon Railway Station, which is around nine miles away – or just under 20 minutes in the car. The station offers direct links to Peterborough in just 15 minutes, and to Hitchin in half an hour – with both these stops having connecting trains to Cambridge. Notably, travel to London St. Pancras International on a direct route from Huntingdon in just an hour.
Travel by air is easily achieved at London Stansted Airport 47 miles away, with the airport providing national and international destinations.
The homes are well-situated for shopping and dining, with a well-loved restaurant just a five-minute stroll away – perfect for weekend lunches. Somersham centre is a short 12-minute walk away, ideal for grabbing daily essentials at the grocery store there. What’s more, the centre boasts a dental practice, chemist, florist, post office, hairdressers and a handful of independent stores. For dining here, there are several popular takeaways, a local pub, and a couple of restaurants. Further out, Parkhall Garden Centre caters to outdoor needs. The area has a tight-knit feel, with regular community events taking place.
For a larger range of choice, nearby Saint Ives is a short eight-minute drive away, and trips to Huntingdon take a quarter of an hour in the car. Huntingdon is home to Chequers Shopping Centre, which along with the town’s high streets, provides an impressive selection of go-to retail. Towards the edge of Huntingdon, visitors will find a myriad of eateries, ranging from cafes and bars to Turkish and Indian. Equally, Saint Ives boasts popular dining along The Broadway, with the market town’s bunting-clad centre dotted with grocery and retail spanning across health, fashion, and more – with ample cafes and restaurants to enjoy.
Cambridge is 40 minutes away via car, the city’s popularity and student population ensuring it has an unbeatable retail and dining scene, ranging from independents to chain favourites.
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Book your visit today Why buy with BellwayPlease note that while every effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information provided, particulars regarding local amenities and their proximity should be considered as general guidance only. The identification of schools and other educational establishments is intended to illustrate the relationship to the development only and does not represent a guarantee of eligibility or admission. Journey times are representative of journeys made by car unless stated otherwise and may vary according to travel conditions and time of day.
Sources: Good Maps, The AA, Transport for London and National Rail.
