Cambridge
Cambridge University Botanic Garden holds a collection of over 8,000 plant species from all over the world, arranged in a series of landscapes through which to discover the drama of plant diversity. The Garden Café provides refreshments.
Distance from Cambridge Railway Station 0.3 miles
6 minute walk
Foxton
Foxton Wood was planted in 1995 and is maturing beautifully. There are lovely views over open countryside and an option to walk to Fowlmere to visit the RSPB reserve.
Distance from Foxton Railway Station 0.6 miles
12 minute walk
Shepreth
Shepreth Wildlife Park is home to over 100 species to see and meet, with keeper talks and demonstrations throughout the day. Ringo’s café and a large outdoor play area are onsite.
Distance from Shepreth Railway Station 0.2 miles
4 minute walk
Meldreth
Melwood Local Nature Reserve, Meldreth has a tranquil riverside walk through woodland along the river Mel, one of Britain’s rare chalk streams. The village of Meldreth has 19 thatched cottages – see if you can find them all!
Distance from Meldreth Railway Station 0.4 miles
7 minute walk
Royston
Therfield Heath at Royston is a Site of Special Scientific Interest due to its rare chalk grassland habitat. The Chalkhill Blue butterfly can be seen there in July. The Heath Café Bar provides refreshments.
Distance from Royston Train Station 0.6 miles
14 minute walk
Ashwell & Morden
Ashwell Springs is a Site of Special Scientific Interest consisting of a series of cool freshwater springs which form a source of the river Cam. The Icknield Way long-distance trail passes nearby.
Distance from Ashwell & Morden Railway Station 2.1 miles
40 minute walk
10 minute cycle
Baldock
Avenue Park, Baldock has gardens, a play area and toilets. A splash pad is open from May to September and provides hours of fun for visitors during summer months.
Distance from Baldock Railway Station 0.5 miles
10 minute walk
Letchworth
The Garden City Greenway, Letchworth is a 13.6 mile (21.8km) circular route suitable for walkers, runners, and cyclists to enjoy. The route covers a number of local wildlife and nature spots.
Distance from Letchworth Railway Station 0.8 miles
17 minutes walk to Hillbrow Recreation Ground to pick up the Greenway
Hitchin
Hitchin Lavender at Cadwell Farm is a popular tourist attraction, where the flowers create stunning summer displays. Open all summer from June. The Old Barn sells gifts and toiletries made locally and includes a tea room.
Distance from Hitchin Railway Station 2.4 miles
47 minute walk
13 minute cycle
10 minutes on bus 9A from The Phoenix PH to The Green, Cadwell
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