Welcome to Brandon Bank

Brandon Bank is a nature reserve located in Cambridgeshire, England. It is a unique place that offers visitors a chance to explore the natural beauty of the area. The reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, insects, and mammals. Visitors can take a walk along the trails and observe the different species that call the reserve home. The reserve is also a popular spot for birdwatching, with many rare and endangered species making their home in the area. Overall, Brandon Bank is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the most unique features of Brandon Bank is its location. The reserve is situated on the edge of the Fens, a vast area of flat, low-lying land that stretches across eastern England. The Fens are known for their unique landscape, which is characterized by wide-open skies, expansive fields, and winding waterways. Brandon Bank is a perfect example of this landscape, with its rolling hills, meandering streams, and lush vegetation. Visitors to the reserve can take in the stunning views and experience the tranquility of the Fens.

Finally, Brandon Bank is a place of historical significance. The reserve is home to several ancient burial mounds, which date back to the Bronze Age. These mounds are a testament to the long history of human habitation in the area. Visitors can explore the mounds and learn about the people who lived in the area thousands of years ago. The reserve is also home to several other historical sites, including a Roman road and a medieval moat. Overall, Brandon Bank is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in history and archaeology.

Local Schools

School	Details
Southery Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Elaine Huntington	Westgate Street Southery Downham Market Norfolk PE38 0PA 01366377205 School Website
Edmund De Moundeford Vc Primary School Feltwell Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Lillycrop	The Beck Feltwell Thetford Norfolk IP26 4DB 01842828334 School Website
Littleport & East Cambs Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Lauren Phillips	Camel Road Littleport Ely Cambridgeshire CB6 1EW 1353223300 School Website
Highfield Littleport Academy Academy Special Sponsor Led Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mrs Yvonne Skillern	Camel Road Littleport Ely Cambridgeshire CB6 1EW 1353223301 School Website
Lakenheath Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michael Tingey	Mill Road Lakenheath Brandon Suffolk IP27 9DU 01842860256 School Website
Millfield Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Wendy Lee	Grange Lane Littleport Ely Cambridgeshire CB6 1HW 01353861612 School Website
Littleport Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Adam Rivett	Parsons Lane Littleport Ely Cambridgeshire CB6 1JT 01353860235 School Website
Ten Mile Bank Riverside Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Sarah Turner	Station Road Ten Mile Bank Downham Market Norfolk PE38 0EP 01366377310 School Website
Duchy Of Lancaster Methwold C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Damon Finney	Hythe Road Methwold Thetford Norfolk IP26 4PP 01366728280 School Website
Hilgay Riverside Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Sarah Turner	Church View Hilgay Downham Market Norfolk PE38 0JL 01366387685 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Shippea Hill Off A1101 Burnt Fen Turnpike / Mild, Shippea Hill, Suffolk, CB7 4SR 2.75 Miles

Littleport Station Road, Littleport, Cambridgeshire, CB6 1JL 4.42 Miles

Lakenheath Station Road, Near Lakenheath, Suffolk, IP27 9AD 4.83 Miles

Ely Station Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4BS 8.33 Miles

Brandon Bridge Street, Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 0BA 8.57 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Fencabs 01353 669966 Ely, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4UN 4.76 Miles
Ely Taxi Service 01353 882020 181 Wisbech Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 1RA 6.14 Miles
Sally's Cars 01366 377618 9 Stevens Crescent, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 0EF 6.20 Miles
Phoenix Taxis 01638 533060 Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 9PR 7.27 Miles
A10 Taxis 01353 661010 7 Market Street, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4PB 8.10 Miles
K And A Cars 01842 819888 8 Beaumont Court, Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 0PD 8.14 Miles
Weeting Cars 01842 810436 16 Coronation Pl, Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 0EP 8.33 Miles
Carters Brandon Cars 01842 811430 79 Rowan Drive, Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 0EX 8.45 Miles
Carter M R 01842 811430 79 Rowan Dr, Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 0EX 8.45 Miles
Border Cars 01842 814488 73 Rowan Dr, Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 0EX 8.45 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Council Houses Little Ouse Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Railway Tavern Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip27 Sedge Fen Baptist Church No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Black Horse Drive Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:07:30
Ip26 Raf Feltwell Collection Today available until:15:30 Weekday Last Collection:15:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Mile End Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Ip26 Long Lane Collection Today available until:15:30 Weekday Last Collection:15:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Southery Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Feltwell Road - Southery No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip26 Feltwell Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Station Road Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:30
Victoria Road Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Lynn Road - Southery Collection Today available until:15:45 Weekday Last Collection:15:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Ip26 Wilton Road Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip26(D) The Beck No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Feltwell Surgery 01842 828481	The Surgery Old Brandon Road,Feltwell Thetford Norfolk IP26 4AY
St. George's Medical Centre 01353 864100	St George's Medical Ctr Parsons Lane,Littleport Ely Cambridgeshire CB6 1JU
Lakenheath Surgery 01842 860400	The Surgery 135 High Street Lakenheath Suffolk IP27 9EP
St George's Hall (Feltwell Surgery)	High Street Methwold Thetford Norfolk IP26 4NT
Cathedral Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Princess Of Wales Hospital Lynn Road Ely CB6 1DN

Local Stores

Littleport
30 Main Street
Littleport
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB6 1PJ
01353 860234
Store Website
4.96 miles

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SPAR - Feltwell
25 High Street
Feltwell
IP26 4AF
Store Website
4.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Paul Jarman Veterinary Practice Ltd
The Veterinary Surgery 2 Short Beck Feltwell Norfolk IP26 4AD 01842 828938 pauljarman@jarmanvets.co.uk Website 4.38 miles
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Johnson And Scott Ltd
61 Wisbech Road Littleport Ely Cambridgeshire CB6 1JJ 01353 634123 reception@johnsonandscott.co.uk Website 5.41 miles

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Aquarius Vet Centre
Scampers Petcare Northfield Road Soham Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 5UF 01353 722711 mhaquariusvets@gmail.com 7.83 miles

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Companion Care (Ely) Ltd
Cathedral Veterinary Surgery 64 Newnham Street Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4PE 01353 662 079 ely@companioncare.co.uk Website 7.98 miles

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Pet Doctors Ely
31 St Mary'S Street Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4HF 01353 665925 ely@petdoctors.co.uk Website 8.36 miles
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St David'S Poultry Team - Cambridge
1A Gregory Road Mildenhall Suffolk IP28 7DF 01392 872932 info@stdavids-poultryteam.co.uk Website 8.39 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Maidscross Hill
Maidscross Hill Is A Heathland Area With Old Chalk And Gravel Workings. It Is A Local Nature Reserve And Sssi Designated For Its Wildlife Value, Particularly Plant Life. The Patches Of Chalky And Sandy Topsoil Are Habitat For An Interesting Range Of Breckland Species, Some Rare. The Site Gives Views Over Raf Lakenheath Airfield And The Western Brecks Landscape. This Is A Great Location For Yor Dog To Run Free, Playing With Others In A Natural, Safe Environment. Maidscross Hill Nature Reserve Maids Cross Hill Lakenheath Brandon IP27 9EJ 6.01 miles Travel To The End Of Maids Cross Hill Rd Where There Is A Car Park On The Right For The Nature Reserve.

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Brandon Country Park
Located In The Vast Thetford Forest, Brandon Lies In The Very Heart Of The Brecks. A Wild Landscape Of Dark Forests, Open Heathlands, Sandy Soils And Iconic Belts Of Pine Trees That Straddles The Suffolk And Norfolk Border. You Can Explore With Your Dog One Of 4 Nature Trails By Foot, Or Cycle Along Forest Tracks On The Poachers Trail. Brandon Country Park Bury Rd Brandon IP27 0SU 8.80 miles

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Brandon Country Park
There's A Choice Of Four Trails To Explore At Brandon Country Park, From The Easy 0.9-Mile Redwood Trail (Red Walk) To The 6.2-Mile Firecrest Trail (Orange Walk). Here, Though, We Follow The Mid-Range Forest And Heath Train (Purple Walk). You Will Walk Into A Working Forest, On A Circular Route Through The Arboretum And Into The Deeper Thetford Forest With Acres Of Evergreen Scots Pine Plantation. IP27 0SU 8.82 miles Off The A1065, Take The B1106 South From Brandon To Brandon Country Park.

Mills Lane Witchford
A Nice Walk Down The Side Of Farmers Fields, Goes From About Half Way Through The Village, All The Way To The Sutton End Of The Village, About 3.5 Miles. Dogs Can Be Off Lead If Well Behaved And Stay To The Path Mills Ln Witchford Ely CB6 2JX 10.81 miles

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Tuddenham Fountains
The Walk Is Across Fields With A Stream Running Beside It. If You Go Through The Fields You Come To A Big Pool Of Water For Swimming And Playing. The Walk Extends Further And Will Circle Round Back To The Main Road At Tuddenham Depending Which Route You Take. Sometimes There Are Sheep In The Field So You Will Need To Take A Lead With You. This Is My Dogs Favourite Place, The Stream Has Claimed A Lot Of Balls. Kendall Court The Green Tuddenham 11.95 miles Right Next To The Fountain Pub There'S A Road That Goes Beside It And Small Area To Park

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Wicken Fen
Lovely Walks Along A Board Walk And Wild Fen, Part Of National Trust. Dogs On Leads Here. But There Are Also Free Public Footpaths Running Alongside Which Are Equally Nice. Plus Riverside Walks. Upware Rd Ely Lancashire CB7 5YG 12.36 miles Car Park Payment Machines On Site. Well Signed From Wicken Village.

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