Godmanchester Map
Godmanchester map, view the Cambridgeshire town of Godmanchester, located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England.
Detailed Street Map of Godmanchester Cambridgeshire & Guide to the Area
Godmanchester Map Cambridgeshire: Interactive map of Godmanchester, displaying the town situated in the county of Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom.
Use controls (+/-) bottom right of map to display a detailed street map of Godmanchester area and a Godmanchester town centre map, showing Godmanchester Rovers FC and the River Great Ouse.
Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Godmanchester map are: Co-op Food, Godmanchester Post Office, The Exhibition, The White Hart, The Royal Oak, The Black Bull, The Comrades Club, Pinnies Tea Room, Godmanchester Chinese Bridge, Godmanchester Town Hall, Godmanchester Library, Godmanchester Community Academy, St Anne's CofE Primary School, Godmanchester Baptist Church, St Mary's Church, Godmanchester Recreation Ground, Godmanchester Rovers Football Club, Godmanchester Town Cricket Club, Godmanchester Community Nursery, Roman Way Medical Centre, Hinchingbrooke Hospital, Huntingdon Railway Station, Huntingdon Library, Cromwell Museum, Huntingdon Market, Hinchingbrooke House, Portholme Meadow, Houghton Mill, The Manor at Hemingford Grey, Wimpole Estate.
By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Huntingdon, Hartford, Brampton, Hinchingbrooke, Houghton, Wyton, Hemingford Abbots, Hemingford Grey, St Ives, Fenstanton, Hilton, Hemingford Meadow, Offord Cluny, Offord D'Arcy, Buckden, Diddington, Southoe, Little Paxton, Great Paxton, The Stukeleys, Great Stukeley, Little Stukeley.
Godmanchester is an attractive small town that sits next to the Great Ouse River, just south of Huntingdon. It has a population of around seven thousand people. Its origins date as far back as the Romans who built the town of Durovigutum here, along the important road now called Ermine Street. Later on, the medieval period also left its traces through the town's roads and ancient buildings. The Chinese Bridge, the town's riverside walks, and its historic centre have given Godmanchester its own character while its shops, pubs, schools, sports clubs, and the medical facilities provide the necessities for everyday life.
The nearest railway station to Godmanchester is located in Huntingdon, and trains go to London and Peterborough from there. The A14 and A1 roads provide convenient vehicle connections. The greatest attraction of the town is Portholme Meadow, which offers magnificent views for walking along the river. When wishing to have a more complete excursion you can visit the National Trust property Wimpole Estate, as well as Longthorpe Tower owned by English Heritage.
FAQ About Godmanchester, Cambridgeshire
- Where is Godmanchester located? - Godmanchester is in Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire, immediately south of Huntingdon and beside the River Great Ouse.
- What is the population of Godmanchester? - Godmanchester has a population of around 7,000 people, making it a sizeable small town rather than a quiet rural village.
- What is Godmanchester famous for? - Godmanchester is particularly known for its Roman origins, attractive riverside setting, historic buildings and the distinctive Chinese Bridge crossing the River Great Ouse.
- Does Godmanchester have a railway station? - Godmanchester does not have its own railway station, but Huntingdon station is very close and provides direct services towards London King's Cross and Peterborough.
- What is there to do in Godmanchester? - You can walk beside the Great Ouse, cross the Chinese Bridge, explore the historic centre or head onto Portholme Meadow, while the Cromwell Museum and Hinchingbrooke House are nearby in Huntingdon.
- What National Trust attractions are near Godmanchester? - Houghton Mill is one of the closest National Trust attractions and sits in a lovely riverside setting, while Wimpole Estate is another popular option within comfortable driving distance.
We hope you found this Godmanchester tourist map useful for your visit to this area of Cambridgeshire.
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