Appleacre Park, Cambridgeshire

Residential Park (find out more here)

What Features Does Appleacre Park Have?

Residential site
On the edge of Fowlmere
Rural location
Set in 3 acres
Countryside views
Close to local amenities

Description

Appleacre Park, Cambridgeshire, is based in the popular district of Royston. This exclusive residential community is open to retired and semi-retired homeowners.  Offering views of farmland and local countryside, the park benefits from three acres of exclusive orchards.


Appleacre Park is close to Fowlmere, a local village with convenient shops and services for new movers.  The site is owned by the Parkview Group, an experienced park home operator overseeing three separate communities.  Appleacre Park is designed to offer a quiet pace of living surrounded by local countryside, with convenient links to modern towns and villages elsewhere. 


Why Choose Appleacre Park?


Appleacre Park is a popular residential destination in Cambridgeshire for its views and its links to local towns and villages.  The park itself may appeal to retirees looking to move to a secure neighbourhood alongside likeminded people.  It is a community which also welcomes semi-retirees, and those approaching full retirement.


Appleacre Park benefits from careful management, overseen by a team who have over 60 years of experience in the homes industry.  The park itself is therefore well-maintained and kept to help maintain peaceful living standards.


The park offers modern facilities and a neighbourhood that encourages independent living.  It may be ideal for couples and solo retirees looking to downsize in the Cambridgeshire area.  Local farmland and countryside are clear to see for miles around.  The park is available on a residential licence.


Appleacre Park is easy to find through main and local roads in the area, close to communities in Fowlmere and a short drive from the A505.  Residents at the park will benefit from living standards far enough away from the roads for their experiences to remain quiet and peaceful. 


About Appleacre Park’s Location


Appleacre Park is a secluded community close to Fowlmere Village Hall, overlooking local greenery and conveniently close to village shops and daily facilities.  Residents will be able to travel a short distance to Fowlmere itself, with local businesses, pubs and church facilities a short walk or drive out of the park.  Beyond here is the village of Thriplow to the East, and Foxton towards the North.  Foxton offers its own train station with links to Great Northern and Thameslink lines, which may appeal to new homeowners who wish to explore wider towns and cities.


Appleacre Park is easy to access through local roads heading down off the A10 through Foxton, and up from the A505 passing Duxford and into Royston itself.  Royston, too, is only a short drive or public ride away, with its own train station offering access to Cambridge, Ely, Peterborough and more.  Royston connects the A10 and A505 together.


Appleacre Park residents will be able to take the A10 north towards Cambridge city, heading through Trumpington and Grantchester.  Other local towns and villages close by including Whittlesford, Sawston, Great Shelford, Hinxton, Orwell and Hardwick.


The park is in the heart of Cambridgeshire – it may offer a base for retirees to explore the South of England in greater detail thanks to its close public transport links and its interconnected roads.  The M11 is close by, too, allowing easy access down towards London, with the Essex coast also a relatively short car journey away.


Residents at the park may also wish to explore the greenery of Thetford Forest to the North East, and the Chiltern Hills to the South West.  Appleacre Park is surrounded by country walks and views, as well as some of the most popular towns in the region. 


Things to Do Near Appleacre Park


Appleacre Park’s closeness to Cambridge means that residents will have the chance to explore its world-famous university grounds, its canals and its museums.  The popular Ely Cathedral is also close by, and the IWM at Duxford may prove popular with residents who wish to know more about military and transport history.


The local area also has many country walks and historic buildings open to the public.  The Woodwalton Fen nature reserve is a short drive away, as are Wandlebury Country Park and Wimpole Hall.  Houghton Mill, a National Trust site dating back to the 18th century, will also appeal to history lovers, although the site has gone through restorations in recent years.


Those looking for culture in the local area will find the Wren Library and Cambridge University’s many exhibitions and museums.  These include the Zoology and Classical Archaeology centres.  Classical buildings and famous local architecture including Great St Mary’s Church may also appeal to residents looking to learn more about the area.


Appleacre Park is closely linked to various public transport terminals.  This means residents who are unable to drive will be able to explore towns, cities and green spaces without having to travel too far to make connections.  Residents will also be able to drive in and out of the park, should they wish to, with ease.

Address

Appleacre Park
Fowlmere
Royston
Cambridgeshire
SG8 7RU