Cherry Hinton Pit

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Cherry Hinton Pit is a 12.8 hectare biological Site of Special Scientific Interest on the south-eastern outskirts of Cambridge. The site consists of East Pit and most of the smaller West Pit. East Pit is part of the Limekiln Close and East Pit Local Nature Reserve, which is managed by the Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire under the name Cherry Hinton Chalk Pits. West Pit is a separate Local Nature Reserve. ()

Elevation: 92 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 52°10'47"N, 0°10'8"E

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Cherry Hinton Pit – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gog Magog Golf Club, Cambridge Central Mosque, Cherry Hinton Hall, Beechwoods.

1.2 miSE
Golf
Gog Magog Golf Club, Cambridge
30 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Cambridge, the Gog Magog Golf Club offers a serene escape into the world of golfing amidst the rolling hills of the English countryside. This prestigious golf course is a haven for both seasoned golfers and enthusiastic amateurs looking...
1.4 miNW
Mosque
Cambridge Central Mosque, Cambridge
36 min walk • Cambridge Central Mosque stands as a symbol of peace and sustainability in the historic city of Cambridge, United Kingdom. This mosque, notable for its eco-friendly design and serene atmosphere, was opened to the public in 2019, serving both as a place of worship and a...
0.5 miN
Park
Cherry Hinton Hall, Cambridge
13 min walk • Cherry Hinton Hall is a house and park in Cherry Hinton, to the south of Cambridge, England. The house and grounds are owned and managed by Cambridge City Council. The Hall hosts the annual Cambridge Folk Festival that draws thousands to the park. During the summer Cherry Hinton Hall is popular including with young families.
0.7 miS
Park
Beechwoods, Beechwoods Nature Reserve
19 min walk • Beechwoods is a 9.8 hectare Local Nature Reserve south-east of Cambridge, England. It is owned by County Farms and managed by the Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire.
~880 ftN
Park
West Pit, Cambridge
5 min walk • West Pit is a 4.3 hectare Local Nature Reserve in Cherry Hinton, on the south-eastern outskirts of Cambridge. It is part of the Cherry Hinton Pit biological Site of Special Scientific Interest, which includes the neighbouring East Pit.
~1000 ftNE
Park
Limekiln Close and East Pit, Cambridge
5 min walk • Limekiln Close and East Pit is a 10 hectare Local Nature Reserve in Cherry Hinton, on the south-eastern outskirts of Cambridge. It is managed by the Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire as Cherry Hinton Chalk Pits.

Cherry Hinton Pit

Facts and practical information

Cherry Hinton Pit plan & book

Cherry Hinton Pit – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Gog Magog Golf Club, Cambridge

Cambridge Central Mosque, Cambridge

Cherry Hinton Hall, Cambridge

Beechwoods, Beechwoods Nature Reserve

West Pit, Cambridge

Limekiln Close and East Pit, Cambridge