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Alconbury is a small, well-connected village in Cambridgeshire, offering a balance of rural calm and practical convenience.

A 10-minute drive from Alconbury Weald lies the market town of Huntingdon. Beyond its historic buildings and museum, Huntingdon offers a wealth of shops, a Waitrose and a traditional market in the square every Wednesday and Saturday.

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Enjoy leisurely walks and summer concerts in Huntingdon’s Riverside Park that lies along the restful banks of the Great Ouse. Spend a day at the races at Huntingdon Racecourse. Catch the latest flick – and a meal to go with it – at Tower Fields Leisure Park in Huntingdon, while Chequers Court, with its M&S foodhall, Next and Costa Coffee is an ideal spot for a little retail therapy.

Popular restaurants and pubs in the area include the Old Bridge Hotel in Huntingdon and the attractive thatched Abbot’s Elm in Abbots Ripton – as well as pubs in Alconbury village, Alconbury Weston and The Stukeleys. Just a few miles south is the village of Brampton, with a butcher, post office and welcoming country pub, The Black Bull.

Easy access to Cambridge and beyond

A half-hour car journey from Alconbury Weald sees you in picture-perfect Cambridge. Famed for its university and colleges, Cambridge offers you a day’s shopping; a coterie of restaurants, bars and clubs; a traditional market; punting on the River Cam; the Cambridge Science Park, home to some of the world’s most innovative businesses; and a wide range of sport and leisure facilities for all ages to enjoy.

20 minutes to the north is Peterborough, with its beautiful Norman cathedral, museum and Queensgate Shopping Centre. Peterborough boasts more than 20 nature reserves and country parks, too, whilst live entertainment can be enjoyed at its Key and Cresset theatres.

Explore Cambridgeshire

At the heart of the county lies Cambridge, globally recognised for its prestigious university, cutting-edge science and technology sector, and exceptional cultural offer. The city combines historic architecture with contemporary amenities, riverside walks along the Cam and an outstanding selection of restaurants, boutiques and green spaces.

Beyond Cambridge, attractive market towns such as Ely — famed for its magnificent cathedral — and St Ives provide characterful centres, independent shops and a strong sense of community. These towns balance heritage charm with practical everyday facilities, making them ideal for families and professionals alike.

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Alconbury Weald beautifully encapsulates the Hopkins Home ethos – to deliver an exciting new community that provides a unique and inspiring environment for living, working, learning and leisure.