Chesterton, Cambridge

Name: Chesterton
Address: Cambridge, United Kingdom

#253 among attractions in Cambridge

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Chesterton is a suburb in the northeast corner of Cambridge, England, 2.4 kilometres north of Cambridge station, on the north bank of the River Cam. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°13'29"N, 0°9'0"E

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East ChestertonCambridge United Kingdom

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Chesterton – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Grafton, Cambridgeshire Rowing Association, Abbey Stadium, Jesus Lock.

1.4 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Grafton, Cambridge
36 min walk • The Grafton is a bustling shopping centre located in the historic city of Cambridge, United Kingdom. Established in 1983, this retail hub has become an integral part of the city's shopping landscape, offering a wide range of stores and services to both locals...
1.2 miSW
Sport venue, Sport
Cambridgeshire Rowing Association, Cambridge
32 min walk • Nestled on the banks of the River Cam in the historic city of Cambridge, United Kingdom, the Cambridgeshire Rowing Association stands as a testament to the city's deep-rooted affinity for the sport of rowing. This prestigious venue is not just a hub for aquatic...
0.9 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Abbey Stadium, Cambridge
23 min walk • Abbey Stadium, a quintessential sports venue located in the historic city of Cambridge, United Kingdom, serves as the home ground for Cambridge United Football Club. Nestled within the Cambridgeshire landscape, the stadium has become a focal point for local sports...
1.5 miSW
Bridge
Jesus Lock, Cambridge
38 min walk • Jesus Lock is a lock on the River Cam in the north of central Cambridge, England. This is Lock No. 1 on the navigable portion of the River Cam. It was built in 1836 and is the only lock in the city. Jesus Green Lock Cottage, the former lock-keeper's cottage, is by the lock on Jesus Green.
1.5 miSW
Park
Jesus Green, Cambridge
38 min walk • Jesus Green is a park in the north of central Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, north of Jesus College. Jesus Ditch runs along the southern edge Jesus Green.
1.1 miSE
Cemetery
Cambridge City Cemetery, Cambridge
29 min walk • Cambridge City Cemetery is the main burial ground for the city of Cambridge in Cambridgeshire. It is to the north of the city, at the junction of Newmarket Road and Ditton Lane, near to Cambridge Airport.
0.9 miS
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
Cambridge Museum of Technology, Cambridge
23 min walk • The Cambridge Museum of Technology is an industrial heritage museum situated in Cambridge, England. The original building, a Scheduled Ancient Monument, housed a combined sewage pumping and waste destructor station built in 1894.
1.1 miSW
Bridge
Elizabeth Way, Cambridge
28 min walk • Elizabeth Way is a road in northeast Cambridge, England. It is designated the A1134 and forms part of Cambridge's inner ring road. At the northern end is a roundabout forming a junction with Milton Road. Near the north end is another roundabout linking with Chesterton Road to the west.
1.3 miSW
Bridge
Victoria Avenue Bridge, Cambridge
33 min walk • Victoria Bridge is a single-arch road bridge across the River Cam in Cambridge, England. It carries Victoria Avenue. Immediately to the north is Chesterton Road and a major junction with Victoria Road and Milton Road.
0.9 miSW
Park
Logan's Meadow, Cambridge
24 min walk • Logan's Meadow is a 1.1 hectare Local Nature Reserve in Cambridge. It is owned by Cambridge City Council and managed by the council together with City Greenways Project.
1.4 miSW
Church
Christ Church Cambridge, Cambridge
35 min walk • Christ Church Cambridge is a Church of England parish church in central Cambridge, between Newmarket Road and the Grafton Centre. The church is within the conservative evangelical tradition and participates in the Reform movement. The current vicar is Steve Midgley.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Chesterton?

Nearby attractions include Bramblefields, Cambridge (6 min walk), Pianoforte Cambridge incorporating The String Room, Cambridge (9 min walk), Beth Shalom Reform Synagogue, Cambridge (10 min walk), Leper Chapel, Cambridge (18 min walk).

How to get to Chesterton by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chesterton:

Bus

The Busway Cambridge North • Lines: D (8 min walk)
The Busway Science Park • Lines: A, B, D (11 min walk)

Train

Cambridge North (10 min walk)