Cambridgeshire is home to some truly charming villages, and Bartlow is no exception.
Tucked away just a short drive from Cambridge, this quaint village offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. With its stunning burial mounds, delightful dining spots, and timeless atmosphere, Bartlow has a lot to offer, reports Cambridgeshire Live. While some may already know and love this hidden gem, others might be discovering it for the first time.
Situated about 15 miles southeast of Cambridge, Bartlow is home to just over 200 residents. Despite its small size, the village is steeped in history and boasts several remarkable landmarks. One of its most famous attractions is Bartlow Hills, a collection of four ancient burial mounds dating back to the Roman era. These mounds provide a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the people who once called Bartlow home thousands of years ago.
Bartlow is home to just over 200 residents (Cambridge News)Step back in time through the medieval beauty of St. Mary’s church, a treasure from the 12th century in the village. It features colourful stained glass windows, and a beautiful interior, and visitors can even see the remains of a 13th-century wall painting depicting the Tree of Jesse.
In Bartlow, families also have great schooling options nearby. Little Hands Nursery School, rated 'Good' by Ofsted, is right in the village and is open from 8 am to 6 pm. Plus, there's Linton Church of England Infant School and Linton Heights Junior Primary School, just a five-minute drive away. For older kids, Linton Village College is the local secondary school. It offers a wide range of subjects like sciences, languages, humanities, and arts, getting students ready for further education.
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The Three Hills on Bartlow Road has won heaps of Restaurant of the Year awards (Cambridge News)Even though Bartlow doesn't have loads of places to eat, it's home to a top spot for foodies. The Three Hills on Bartlow Road has snagged two AA Rosettes, a Michelin Plate, and heaps of Restaurant of the Year awards. Originally an alehouse from 1847, it's the only one like it in the village. The name comes from three burial mounds nearby.
They've got six luxury ensuite rooms, an orangery, a covered patio, and lovely gardens. And they also have got fancy dishes like Gressingham Duck for £32, classic Crispy Battered Haddock and Chips for £18, and a 28-Day Prime Aged Hereford Sirloin Steak for £32.50, among others.
In Bartlow, house prices aren't exactly affordable, just like in many other areas. Recent data from the Land Registry shows that the average price for a property in the village was around £670,000 in the past year. Interestingly, compared to the year before, house prices in Bartlow have dropped by 48 per cent. And when we look back to 2002, when prices peaked at £1,530,000, today's prices are 56 per cent lower.
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