Introduction
On this page you can find information on:
- Tips for travelling sustainably;
- Your local area map surroundings (inc. Map);
- Local pedestrian network;
- Local cycle network;
- Local amenities and facilities;
- Travel by bus – routes and service information;
- Travel by rail – station facilities, ticket and service information;
- Car travel options (car sharing);
- Electric vehicles and efficient driving tips; and
- Taxi and home delivery services.
Much of the information provided on this page is through website links to ensure that the information we give you is up to date.
Your Local Surroundings
There are several local amenities and facilities located within Ramsey, with Huntingdon providing access to a range more.
Mill View is surrounded by a supermarket, a doctors surgery and community centre all located within a 200m distance (approximately a 5 minute walk) from your new home.
Huntingdon Town Centre is located approximately 18km southwest of Ramsey and can be accessed by Dews Coaches bus service 305 which operate your local Great Whyte bus stop, located an approximate 8 minute walk from your home. This provides you with additional amenities and facilities such as Huntingdon Hinchingbrooke Hospital, local supermarkets, a range of shops, and a leisure centre.
Map of the Area
Vouchers
Cycle Voucher:
To help you travel sustainably, Accent are offering a £30 cycle voucher in the form of a reimbursement of money spent on cycling gear for up to £30 per household. Just keep your receipts and contact accent via aftercare@accentgroup.org to claim your £30 cash back.
Bus Voucher:
Alternatively, to help you travel sustainably, Accent housing is offering a full £30 fare reimbursement per household for all Flexi10 tickets purchased. The Flex10 ticket gives you access to 10 DayRider tickets to use in either Cambridge or St Neots zones.
Just keep your receipts and contact aftercare@accentgroup.org to claim your £30 cash back. Please ensure claims are sent no later than Friday 31st May 2024.
Local Pedestrian Network
Benefits of walking!
- Increasing your cardiovascular fitness
- Lowering anxiety and stress;
- Boosting your energy and improving your mood; and
- Strengthening your bones, improving your balance and boosting your muscle power.
Your new homes is located within a short distance from High Lode which is a river that runs in a north to south direction, approximately 300m east of your new home. There are many scenic walks located along High Lode, specifically the Ren Edge Trail which is a walked from Ramsey to Wistow, south of your home. This trail follows local Public Rights of Way routes to navigate you along the river and through to Wistow. Visit www.wildlifebcn.org to find out more.
Similarly, to have a closer look at the Public Rights of Way which surround your home visit the Cambridge County Council website- https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/residents/libraries-leisure-culture/countryside-access/rights-of-way
An alternative way to begin walking within Ramsey is to join the local walking group Ramblers Association- to find out more information visit www.Cambridgeramblers.org
Local Cycle Network
The Benefits of Cycling!
- It saves you money;
- It’s an easy way to build physical activity into your daily routine;
- It’s good for your mental health;
- Cycling can play a huge part in tackling air pollution; and
- Fresh air, freedom and fun.
Your home is located near to National Cycle Network (NCN) routes 12,51,53 and 63, with all running in the vicinity of your new home through Peterborough and Huntingdon. The map below displays where the local NCN routes can be joined around you. For more information on the NCN routes outlined above and more visit www.sustrans.org.uk to find out more.
Cycling Repairs:
For all your cycling needs your local cycle repair shop is located approximately 800m southwest of your home– Steve’s Bikes is based in the centre of Ramsey Town and allows you to remain safe when navigating your local cycle network. Steves Bikes are contactable through, Tel: 07800 750599 or Email: Stevesbikes@live.co.uk, or visit www.stevesbike.weebly.com for more information.
Travel by Bus
- Great Whyte bus stops are your local bus stops and are served by stagecoach and Dews Coaches services 305, 301 and 31. The Great Whyte bus stops are located an approximate 8 minute walk east of your home at the junction of New Road. (as shown on the local area map).
- The Stagecoach bus service 31 and Dews Coaches services 301 and 305 have been detailed within the table below to summarise your local bus network. For more information on your local bus providers and routes visit www.stagecoachbus.com/timetables and www.dewscoaches.com/local-bus-service.php
| Bus Service | Destinations | Frequency |
| 31 (Stagecoach) | Peterborough – Whittlesey – Ramsey | Monday – Saturday 07:22, every 2 hours until 19:22. No service on a Sunday. |
| 301 (Dews Coaches) | Ramsey – Warboys -Somersham – Earith – St Ives | Monday – Friday with services provided at 05:45,06:30, 06:45, 17:58,18:13, 19:50. There is no service on a weekend. |
| 305 (Dews Coaches) | Huntingdon – Warboys – Ramsey – Chatteris | Monday – Saturday 09:48, every 3 hours until 19:29. No service on a Sunday |
- The Department for Transport’s £2 bus fare scheme has been extended, this scheme is now dated to end in June 2024. This scheme is outlined to be valid on Stagecoach services, but you will need to check your local Stagecoach service 31 before you travel to see if the cap applies.
Why take the bus?
- The walk to and from the bus is a great way to incorporate some physical activity into your daily routine;
- Relax and read a book whilst you travel to your destination; and
- Season tickets offer unlimited travel on services and can prove cheaper than running a car.
Travel by Rail
Huntingdon Railway Station is your local rail station and is located south of Huntingdon Town Centre, approximately 4km from your home and accessible within a 18 minute cycle. Huntingdon Railway Station is operated by Great Northern Rail and National Rail services, the station is equipped with;
- a ticket office;
- cycle storage;
- ticket machine;
- car parking;
- step free access to all platforms; and
- toilets.
Visit the rail operators directly for more information on the facilities provided at Huntingdon Railway Station, Great Northern Rail (https://www.greatnorthernrail.com ) and National Rail (https://www.nationalrail.co.uk). You can access direct routes into London Kings Cross, Peterborough, and Cambridge from Huntingdon Railway Station with live updates on rail disruptions or change to destinations provided through Greater Northern Rail and National Rail websites.
Offers
- Purchasing a Network Railcard will give you up to a 1/3 off rail fares across the southeast (inc. London). Visit www.network-railcard.co.uk
- If you’re a keen cyclist and fancy getting the train, then plan your journey with PlusBike. It’s a free resource tool with all the information you need to plan a stress-free journey, visit plusbike.nationalrail.co.uk to find out more and gain tips for travelling with a bike.
Why take the train?
- Can relax or work on the go;
- Sometimes better value for money;
- Good for the planet;
- Faster;
- Flexibility; and
- Covered things go wrong (compensation etc).
Car Travel Options
Car Sharing
Car sharing is a great way to enjoy the benefits of a car without owning one. It also provides you with the opportunity to engage and meet people within your area that are making a similar journey, local car sharing providers like LiftShare allow you to find people to car share with.
Another benefit of car sharing includes saving money by sharing costs with other people – a commuter can typically save around £1,000 a year by car-sharing. Reduce stress and cut your carbon footprint at the same time.
- Visit the LiftShare website for more details on how you can become a part of your local car-sharing community, http://www.liftshare.com
Car club
An alternative way to save on the cost of owning your own vehicle would be to join a car club. This allows you to enjoy the freedom of having a car without the cost of running one.
- Enterprise is a pay as you go car hire scheme, with 1500 vehicle locations in the UK. Enterprise is a great way to get around your local area for day trips or work events at a fraction of the price of owning your own vehicle. Book by phone or simply book online. Join Enterprise Cambridge Car Club for just £20 for your first year with the code CAMB20 and receive £20 free driving credit!
Electric Vehicles
Considering the national move towards hybrid and electric vehicles in the coming years, now is the time to make the switch and go electric!
Electric and hybrid vehicles are more affordable than you think and can offer remarkable benefits such as:
- Lower / no fuel costs;
- Lower / no emissions tax;
- Lower maintenance costs; and
- Eco-friendly with no emissions.
Zapmap provides useful information on public charging points. There are three charging point identified by Zapmap to be located near you;
- Tesco Ramsey
- Doddington Hospital
- Huntingdon Multistorey Car Park
Visit the ZapMap website to find more local charging points, www.zap-map.com/live/
Efficient Driving Tips
Still need to drive your own car? There are many ways to help your fuel efficiency, which in turn saves you money on your fuel bill. Why not try some of the following techniques:
- Remove unnecessary weight from your car such as roof racks or boxes;
- Avoid breaking and accelerating hard by driving smoothly;
- Limit the use of your air conditioning;
- Check your tyres are fully inflated; and
- Stick to the speed limit – speeding often leads to higher fuel consumption.
Taxi
Ramsey Travel is located within Ramsey Town Centre approximately 950m east of your home, which is an approximate 13-minute walk, and provides you with access to a local taxi service, this is an alternative mode of transport.
Home Delivery Services
Why not try out your local home delivery services which allow you to do your weekly food shopping from the comfort of your own home. Tesco is located an approximate 4-minute walk from your home. If you don’t want to carry your shopping home, why don’t you make use of the delivery service that Tesco offer and have your shopping delivered to you.
Visit the Tesco websites and secure your delivery slot for your next food shop! https://www.tesco.com/groceries/
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