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Cottenham Village College

Introduction

A garden associated with the college which was opened in 1963. The garden features tree lined drives, shrubs, flowers, island beds and a wildlife pond.

The College is approached along a tree lined drive with shrubs and flowers. An island bed at the entrance is thickly planted with deciduous and evergreen trees and provides a backdrop for a wild life pond containing water lilies.

The College is designed with a large promenade in the centre of the plan with views out towards the playing fields.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

http://www.cottenhamvillagecollege.org/

Other Websites

History

The College was designed by the County Architect R.H.Compton and opened in November 1963 by the Queen Mother.

Associated People
Features & Designations

Features

  • Pond
  • Island Bed
  • Tree Avenue
Key Information

Type

College Garden

Purpose

recreational / sport

Principal Building

College

Survival

Extant

Open to the public

Yes

Civil Parish

Cottenham

References

References

  • pp 68

Contributors

  • Cambridgeshire Gardens Trust