Bellway - Springstead Village, CB1
Prices from £329,995 to £729,995
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Development info
Springstead Village is a new community on the outskirts of Cambridge, consisting of high-specification new homes and public green space built in an historic part of the city. This exciting development offers a range of 1,2,3, and 4-bedroom homes, appealing to a range of potential homebuyers, including first-time buyers, families, and commuters to Cambridge and London.
Leisure
Located on the perimeter of Cambridge, Springstead Village enjoys the benefits of countryside life. Barnwell East nature reserve is a five-minute drive away, exhibiting a wooded trail with a pond. Cherry Hinton Hall Park is a mile away and provides a green communal space, as well as facilities for kids. Cambridgeshire is part of the National Cycle Network, and the region is well-known for its cycling proficiency. Residents of Springstead Village can reach the city centre in just 17 minutes by bike, while the National Cycle route to Bottisham can be joined a mile north of the development. Cambridge city centre is three miles away, and offers exceptional leisure, entertainment, and culture. The city's museums, several partnered with the university, are well-renowned, while art galleries, music venues, and theatres are easy to come by. The city is a world leader in innovation, and can be seen in all its glory while punting along the River Cam.
Education
Those raising young families at Springstead Village will be encouraged by the number of well-regarded schools which operate in the area. There are two planned schools to be built on-site - a primary and secondary school - and the development is walking distance from three additional primary schools, with Cherry Hinton C of E Primary School being the closest, just eight minutes away. For those of secondary school age, Saint Bede's Inter-Church School and The Netherhall School are both under two miles from the development, while Cambridge International independent school is a six-minute drive away. The University of Cambridge is the third oldest continuous university in the world, long paving the way in global academia and research. The campus is spread across the city centre, just 13 minutes' drive away and easily commutable via public transport.
Shopping
Springstead Village is well-served by local amenities, with a convenience store two minutes' walk away, and a choice of popular supermarkets within a 10-minute drive. There are a handful of restaurants and vendors along Cherry Hinton High Street, 10 minutes' walk from the development. Central Cambridge is three miles away and offers a fine array of independent shopping and dining options. The city centre boasts hundreds of independent businesses, along with two well-stocked shopping centres. The city has a vibrant restaurant scene, with a choice of Michelin-recommended eateries, as well as unique themed spots and popular chains with a range of cultural influences. Coffee lovers will find a choice of caf?s to socialise and enjoy the best caffeinated creations. Being a short train journey from London gives residents of Springstead Village the opportunity to experience some of the world's most famous shopping and dining, with comprehensive retail on offer, plus tastes for every palette and occasion.
Transport
Gazelle Way bus stop is a minute's walk from the development and provides regular transport through to Cambridge city centre. The Busway presents four routes connecting Huntingdon, St Ives, and Cambridge, and can be accessed from several spots in the city centre, making the surrounding region easily accessible. Cambridge train station is three miles away and offers numerous services including several London destinations. Services from Cambridge station to London Kings Cross typically take one hour and eight minutes. Cambridge has a second train station, Cambridge North, which offers travel to the capital as well as north into Norfolk. Springstead Village is well-connected by roads, with the A14 a four-minute drive away, and the M11 a 10-minute drive away, reaching London's North Circular Road in a further 48 minutes. Cambridge City Airport - two miles north - provides plane chartering services, while London Stansted offers worldwide travel from one of the UKs busiest airports - a 36-minute drive away.
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Springstead Village joins a growing community on the outskirts of Cambridge, an historic city which attracts visitors from across the world. With landmarks including Cambridge University nearby, the development benefits from a wealth of local amenities, highly regarded schools, and exceptional transport links. The development is under 15 minutes' drive from Cambridge city centre, with local bus services and two rail stations connecting the area to national routes. Cambridge is linked to the National Cycle Network, and the region enjoys some cycle-specific infrastructure to accommodate this. This development falls under the administration of South Cambridgeshire District Council and Cambridgeshire County Council.