Welcome to Isleham

Isleham is a small village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. It is situated on the River Lark and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historical landmarks and buildings to explore. One of the most notable landmarks is the Isleham Priory Church, which dates back to the 12th century and is a Grade I listed building.

The village of Isleham has a strong sense of community, and there are many local events and activities that take place throughout the year. The annual Isleham Gala is a popular event that brings together residents and visitors for a day of fun and entertainment. There are also many local sports clubs and societies, including football, cricket, and gardening clubs, which provide opportunities for people to get involved and meet new people.

Isleham is a great place to visit for those who enjoy the outdoors. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and there are many walking and cycling routes to explore. The River Lark is also a popular spot for fishing and boating, and there are several local companies that offer boat hire and guided tours. Overall, Isleham is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community, making it a great place to visit or call home.

Local Weather

Sunny

Temp: 4.3°C

Feels Like: 1.7°C

Wind: 6.7 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Isleham Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Dawn Deacon	Malting Lane Isleham Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 5RZ 01638780336 School Website
West Row Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elisabeth Close	Beeches Road West Row Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP28 8NY 1638715680 School Website
Fordham C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Deborah Rankin	Isleham Road Fordham Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 5NL 01638720296 School Website
The Pines Primary School Free Schools Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kerry Darby	Manor Wood Red Lodge Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk IP28 8WL 1638790135 School Website
Soham Village College Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Dr Jon Hampson	Sand Street Soham Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 5AA 01353724100 School Website
St Andrews C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Elizabeth Henderson	Sand Street Soham Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 5AA 01353720345 School Website
The Weatheralls Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lisa Radcliffe	Pratt Street Soham Cambridgeshire CB7 5BH 1353720456 School Website
The Shade Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Jane Segust	The Shade Soham Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 5DE 01353886880 School Website
Beck Row Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Shayler	The Street Beck Row Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP28 8AE 1638713001
On Track Education Mildenhall Other Independent Special School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Mandy Taylor	82E & F Fred Dannatt Road Mildenhall Suffolk IP28 7RD 1638715555 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Soham Station Road, Soham, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5DY 3.25 Miles

Shippea Hill Off A1101 Burnt Fen Turnpike / Mild, Shippea Hill, Suffolk, CB7 4SR 5.84 Miles

Kennett Station Road, Kennett, Suffolk, CB8 7QD 5.86 Miles

Ely Station Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4BS 7.09 Miles

Newmarket Station Approach, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 9BB 7.19 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Acab 01353 624755 7 Tanners Lane, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5AB 3.04 Miles
Armada Taxis 01353 723516 9 Queensway, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5BU 3.09 Miles
Chauffeur Drive 01353 721133 34 The Butts, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5AN 3.11 Miles
Oland Taxis 01353 723036 86 Mere Side, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5XE 3.48 Miles
Cabline Taxis 01638 751999 2 The Close, Kennett, Cambridgeshire, CB8 7RA 5.12 Miles
Burwell Taxis 01638 741168 48 North Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB25 0BA 5.61 Miles
Michael Taxi 07778 655044 9 Queensway, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 7EU 5.72 Miles
Fencabs 01353 669966 Ely, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4UN 5.83 Miles
Fox Travel 01763 243125 57 Parsonage La, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB25 0EN 5.96 Miles
Wags Cabs 01638 611145 26 Mill La, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB25 0HJ 6.10 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Mill Street Collection Today available until:10:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:15
Isleham Post Office Collection Today available until:10:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
The Causeway No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Isleham Marina No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Isleham Road Collection Today available until:10:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:15
Ip28(D) The Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip28(D) West Row Church No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mildenhall Road Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Ip28(D) West Row Village Store No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip28(D) Bargate House No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Carter Street Fordham Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Ip28(D) Weston Ditch No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mill Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Staploe Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Brewhouse Lane Soham Ely CB7 5JD
Staploe Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Brewhouse Lane Soham Ely CB7 5JD
Staploe Medical Centre 01353 624123	The Staploe Medical Ctr. Brewhouse Lane, Soham Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 5JD
The Reynard Surgery 01638 552211	Turnpike Road Red Lodge Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP28 8JZ
Market Cross Surgery 01638 713109	The Market Cross Surgery 7 Market Place,Mildenhall Bury St.Edmunds Suffolk IP28 7EG

Local Stores

Isleham
2 West Street
Isleham
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 5SB
01638 780216
Store Website
0.08 miles

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SPAR - Newmarket
Seahorse
Vicarage Road
Newmarket
CB8 8HP
01638 663498
Store Website
6.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Pet Doctors Soham
48 Fordham Road Soham Cambridgeshire CB7 5AH 01353 720422 soham@petdoctors.co.uk Website 2.93 miles
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Aquarius Vet Centre
Scampers Petcare Northfield Road Soham Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 5UF 01353 722711 mhaquariusvets@gmail.com 3.46 miles

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Anglia Veterinary Services
62 Heron Croft Soham Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 5WA 01353 724 570 petrovic@nebojsa.orangehome.co.uk 3.49 miles

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St David'S Poultry Team - Cambridge
1A Gregory Road Mildenhall Suffolk IP28 7DF 01392 872932 info@stdavids-poultryteam.co.uk Website 3.85 miles

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Eastgate Veterinary Group
Police Station Square Mildenhall Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk IP28 7ER 01638 713980 mildenhall@eastgatevets.co.uk Website 4.22 miles
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Aquarius Veterinary Centre
Field Road Mildenhall Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk IP28 7AL 01638 717871 Website 4.42 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Tuddenham Fountains
The Walk Is Across Fields With A Stream Running Beside It. If You Go Through The Fields You Come To A Big Pool Of Water For Swimming And Playing. The Walk Extends Further And Will Circle Round Back To The Main Road At Tuddenham Depending Which Route You Take. Sometimes There Are Sheep In The Field So You Will Need To Take A Lead With You. This Is My Dogs Favourite Place, The Stream Has Claimed A Lot Of Balls. Kendall Court The Green Tuddenham 6.35 miles Right Next To The Fountain Pub There'S A Road That Goes Beside It And Small Area To Park

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Wicken Fen
Lovely Walks Along A Board Walk And Wild Fen, Part Of National Trust. Dogs On Leads Here. But There Are Also Free Public Footpaths Running Alongside Which Are Equally Nice. Plus Riverside Walks. Upware Rd Ely Lancashire CB7 5YG 6.47 miles Car Park Payment Machines On Site. Well Signed From Wicken Village.

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Maidscross Hill
Maidscross Hill Is A Heathland Area With Old Chalk And Gravel Workings. It Is A Local Nature Reserve And Sssi Designated For Its Wildlife Value, Particularly Plant Life. The Patches Of Chalky And Sandy Topsoil Are Habitat For An Interesting Range Of Breckland Species, Some Rare. The Site Gives Views Over Raf Lakenheath Airfield And The Western Brecks Landscape. This Is A Great Location For Yor Dog To Run Free, Playing With Others In A Natural, Safe Environment. Maidscross Hill Nature Reserve Maids Cross Hill Lakenheath Brandon IP27 9EJ 7.39 miles Travel To The End Of Maids Cross Hill Rd Where There Is A Car Park On The Right For The Nature Reserve.

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Mills Lane Witchford
A Nice Walk Down The Side Of Farmers Fields, Goes From About Half Way Through The Village, All The Way To The Sutton End Of The Village, About 3.5 Miles. Dogs Can Be Off Lead If Well Behaved And Stay To The Path Mills Ln Witchford Ely CB6 2JX 9.25 miles

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Anglesey Abbey
Anglesey Abbey Is A Country House In The Village Of Lode, North-East Of Cambridge. The House And Grounds Are Owned By The National Trust, And You And Your Dog Can Enjoy The Trails Surrounding The Property, But Unfortunately Not The House And Gardens Themselves. This Walks Takes You Past Lode Mill And Through The Cambridgeshire Countryside. CB25 9EJ 10.30 miles 6 Miles North-East Of Cambridge On B1102. Signposted From A14, Junction 35.

West Stow Forest
From The Car Park, Follow The Yellow Topped Posts. The Walk Is About 3 Miles, Relatively Easy And Takes About An Hour. Toilets, Cafe And A Children's Play Area Are About A Mile Further Up The Road At West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village Forest Lodge West Stow 10.82 miles West Stow

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-4.6°C	-5.5°C	-7.4°C	-9.7°C	-11.8°C	-13.9°C	-15.9°C	-13.7°C	-14.9°C	-17.2°C

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Feels Like	-18.1°C	-19.2°C	-20°C	-20.6°C	-20.6°C	-19.1°C	-16°C	-13.1°C	-11.4°C	-10.9°C	-12.9°C	-15.8°C

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