Welcome to Down Field

Down Field is a small village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. The village is situated approximately 10 miles south-west of the city of Cambridge and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 300 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere.

The village of Down Field has a rich history dating back to the 12th century. The village was originally a farming community and was home to a number of small farms and cottages. Over the years, the village has grown and developed, but it has managed to maintain its rural charm and character. Today, Down Field is a popular destination for tourists and visitors who come to enjoy the beautiful countryside and explore the local area.

One of the main attractions in Down Field is the village church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a beautiful example of medieval architecture and is a popular destination for visitors who come to admire its stunning stained glass windows and intricate stonework. The village also has a number of local pubs and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy traditional English food and drink. Overall, Down Field is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Cambridgeshire.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
The Shade Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Jane Segust
The Shade
Soham
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 5DE
01353886880
School Website
The Weatheralls Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Lisa Radcliffe
Pratt Street
Soham
Cambridgeshire
CB7 5BH
1353720456
School Website
Ely St Mary's Cofe Junior School
Academy Converter
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Miss Rachel Clarke
High Barns
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 4RB
1353662163
School Website
Isle Of Ely Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Bryony Surtees
High Barns
St Marys Ce Junior School
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 4RB
01353612818
School Website
Spring Meadow Infant School
Community School
Ages:3-7
Head Teacher
Mr Laura Fielding
High Barns
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 4RB
01353664742
School Website
St Andrews C Of E Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Elizabeth Henderson
Sand Street
Soham
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 5AA
01353720345
School Website
Soham Village College
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Dr Jon Hampson
Sand Street
Soham
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 5AA
01353724100
School Website
The Kings School Ely
Other Independent School
Ages:3-18
Head Teacher
Mrs John Attwater
Barton Road
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 4DB
01353660700
School Website
Highfield Ely Academy
Academy Special Converter
Ages:2-19
Head Teacher
Mr Adam Daw
Downham Road
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB6 1BD
1353662085
School Website
Active Learning Trust Linc 19 - 25
Special Post 16 Institution
Ages:19-25
Head Teacher
Mr Simon Bainbridge
Downham Road
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB6 1BD
1353662085
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Soham
Station Road, Soham, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5DY
3.35 Miles
Ely
Station Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4BS
3.57 Miles
Shippea Hill
Off A1101 Burnt Fen Turnpike / Mild, Shippea Hill, Suffolk, CB7 4SR
3.91 Miles
Littleport
Station Road, Littleport, Cambridgeshire, CB6 1JL
5.63 Miles
Lakenheath
Station Road, Near Lakenheath, Suffolk, IP27 9AD
9.00 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Fencabs
01353 669966
Ely, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4UN
2.29 Miles
Armada Taxis
01353 723516
9 Queensway, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5BU
3.08 Miles
Oland Taxis
01353 723036
86 Mere Side, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5XE
3.32 Miles
A10 Taxis
01353 661010
7 Market Street, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4PB
3.67 Miles
Acab
01353 624755
7 Tanners Lane, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5AB
3.69 Miles
Chauffeur Drive
01353 721133
34 The Butts, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5AN
3.88 Miles
Alans Taxis Ely Ltd
01353 665050
Unit 3B Lancaster Way, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 3NW
5.35 Miles
Alans Taxis
01353 667518
Unit 3B/Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 3NW
5.35 Miles
Ely Taxi Service
01353 882020
181 Wisbech Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 1RA
6.41 Miles
Burwell Taxis
01638 741168
48 North Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB25 0BA
7.09 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Kingdom Avenue
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Prickwillow Village
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Padnal Siding
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The Shade
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Mile End
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Stewards Close
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Main Street
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Hall Street
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Broad Piece
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Henley Way
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Pratt Street
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Mulberry Way
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Outside Callers Office
Collection Today available until:18:00
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Fountain Lane
Collection Today available until:16:00
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Ely Delivery Office
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Staploe Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Brewhouse Lane
Soham
Ely
CB7 5JD
Staploe Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Brewhouse Lane
Soham
Ely
CB7 5JD
Staploe Medical Centre
01353 624123
The Staploe Medical Ctr.
Brewhouse Lane, Soham
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 5JD
St Mary's Surgery
01353 663434
Princess Of Wales Hosp
Lynn Road
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB6 1DN
Cathedral Medical Centre
01353 669923
Cathedral Medical Centre
Lynn Road
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB6 1DN
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Local Stores

Soham
43 High Street
Soham
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 5HA
01353 720359
Store Website
3.49 miles
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SPAR - Ely
19 High Street
Ely
CB7 4LQ
01353 645177
Store Website
3.7 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Aquarius Vet Centre
Scampers Petcare
Northfield Road
Soham
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 5UF
01353 722711
mhaquariusvets@gmail.com
1.34 miles
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Anglia Veterinary Services
62 Heron Croft
Soham
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 5WA
01353 724 570
petrovic@nebojsa.orangehome.co.uk
3.03 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
3.67 miles
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Pet Doctors Ely
31 St Mary'S Street
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 4HF
01353 665925
ely@petdoctors.co.uk
Website
3.94 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

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Pet Doctors Soham
48 Fordham Road
Soham
Cambridgeshire
CB7 5AH
01353 720422
soham@petdoctors.co.uk
Website
3.97 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

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Cats

Dogs

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Isle Large Animal Veterinary Centre
West Fen Road
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB6 2BZ
01353 658 241
islevets@googlemail.com
Website
4.87 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Camelids

Cattle

Equines

Exotic/Wild

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Local Dog Walks

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
5.88 miles

Car Park Payment Machines On Site. Well Signed From Wicken Village.
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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
6.11 miles

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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
8.37 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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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
9.95 miles

Right Next To The Fountain Pub There'S A Road That Goes Beside It And Small Area To Park
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Anglesey Abbey
Anglesey Abbey Is A Country House In The Village Of Lode, North-East Of Cambridge. The House And Grounds Are Owned By The National Trust, And You And Your Dog Can Enjoy The Trails Surrounding The Property, But Unfortunately Not The House And Gardens Themselves. This Walks Takes You Past Lode Mill And Through The Cambridgeshire Countryside.
CB25 9EJ
11.10 miles

6 Miles North-East Of Cambridge On B1102. Signposted From A14, Junction 35.
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
12.26 miles

Off The A1065, Take The B1106 South From Brandon To Brandon Country Park.
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