Country Walk Summary

Manor Farm Near Peterborough

Wasenhoe contains a wealth of historic remains as well as being important for wildlife. The steep sided hill near the church offers commanding views over the Nene Valley. There is archaeological earthwork evidence of ancient settlement and fortification of Medieval, Saxon and possibly earlier origin on the hilltop. A deer park was established hereabouts in the early 13th Century. Other historic remains west of the church include ridge and furrow , a post medieval windmill mound and a range of abandoned quarries.

County
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Manor Farm - Click to see the Site Map (PDF)

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Grid Reference
TL008833 (link to Interactive Map in a new window)
OS Landranger No.
141
CPH Reference Number
29/201/8001
Near To
Peterborough


Area of Walk
13.1 ha
Best time to visit
All Year
Access end date
30/04/2017

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Information Last Updated
21 August, 2007