Longstanton truly offers the best of both worlds, rural countryside living in reach of abundant woodland and walking trails, yet with every modern amenity required for daily life on the doorstep.
With a history that dates back to Roman times, Longstanton has always been a desirable place in which to establish a home. The Domesday Book names the village of Stantone as one of the most popular in the area and there are still two medieval churches standing to this day. Longstanton was transformed in 1940 by the opening of RAF Oakington when three new housing estates were built and the population trebled as a result.
In recent years, Longstanton has undergone rapid expansion and is now a dynamic modern community sure to appeal to all tastes. The village features a range of modern amenities encompassing a local store, post office, doctors sugery and a dental practice, as well as the landmark 300 year old Black Bull pub. Well regarded educational facilities include a pre-school and primary school, cementing Longstanton's suitability for families.
Well known for its world famous university, nearby Cambridge features plentiful high street shops located within the Lion Yard Shopping Centre and Grand Arcade, as well as enticing independent boutiques situated around the historic market place. Entertainment and leisure facilities abound. Cambridge Leisure Park boasts a nine screen cinema, bowling alley, qymnasium and a vast array of eateries, whilst cultural attractions incorporate a choice of theatres, museums and art galleries in which to while away the weekends.
A city with cyclists at its heart, Cambridge is home to many sporting and leisure facilities including a choice of health and fitness centres, The Jesus Green Outdoor Swimming Pool is the longest pool of its kind in the country and boasts a perfect settling by the River Cam. Punting on the river has long been a popular pastime in Cambridge and today there are plentiful companies offering both chauffeured and self-drive punts - the ideal way to spend a summer's afternoon.
Located just minutes from the M11, A14 and A428 road networks. Longstanton is easily accessible with Cambridge city centre just nine miles away. The capital can be reached by rail in under an hour from Cambridge station, ensuring commuting is easy Cambridgeshire's Guided Busway is currently under construction, due for completion in 2010. Set to become the longest operational guided busway in the world, the scheme runs through Longstanton and will offer routes to Cambridge, Huntington and St.Ives.
- Train Station: 6.68 miles
- Main Roads: 1 miles
- Motorways: 3 miles
- Nearest Towns: 1 miles
- Primary Schools: 0.36 miles
- Secondary Schools: 2.13 miles
- Airport: 60 miles
- Hospital: 4.09 miles