Haddenham is a village and civil parish in Cambridgeshire, England. In the 2001 census the parish had a population of 3,228. The 2011 census reported a population of 3,344, a figure which includes the hamlet of Aldreth.[1]
| Haddenham | |
|---|---|
_(SideA).jpg) Haddenham village sign | |
  Haddenham Location within Cambridgeshire | |
| Population | 3,344 [1] |
| OS grid reference | TL464755 |
| Shire county | |
| Region | |
| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | ELY |
| Postcode district | CB6 |
| Website | East Cambs District Council |
History
editThe Archaeology Data Service reports Iron Age features such as ditches and possible roundhouses.[2] Historical records of a Saxon ecclesiastical manor suggest Haddeenham was a settlement in Saxon times.[citation needed] Nine Anglo-Saxon graves were discovered next to the Three Kings pub.[3]
During the Second World War, Haddenham was a Starfish bombing decoy site, both K-type (day) and Q-type (night), which were used to divert German bombing away from RAF Bomber Command's nearby airfields.[4]
Amenities
editHaddenham has shops in the High Street, and two public houses (The Three Kings and The Cherry Tree), a beauty salon, GP's surgery, art gallery, a village hall known as the Arkenstall Centre, and a library that has been volunteer-run since 2003.[citation needed]
Holy Trinity Church dates from the 13th century and was extensively remodelled in the 19th century.[5] Haddenham Baptist chapel dates from the late 18th century and the present building from 1905.[6]
In September 2012, the village's new playpark was unveiled by Baroness Scott of Needham Market.[7]
Bus services run to the cathedral city of Ely, approximately 6 miles (10 km) north-east of the village.
Community
editFor over 40 years the village has hosted a Steam Rally, which attracts more than 20,000 visitors. The rally, with over 700 exhibits, is held in early September and raises money for local charities and causes. In 2013 it celebrated its 40th anniversary.[citation needed]
The annual village open day was 'Blossoms & Bygones', a Haddenham local and visitor attraction held until 2013. The event also covered the neighbouring hamlet of Aldreth and included tractor rides around the village, tours of the windmill and orchards, vintage car and tractor displays and open private gardens. In 2011 it held its 40th anniversary event, with a VE Day theme and villagers in 1940s costume.[8] Blossoms and Bygones has now been replaced by the Aldreth Vintage Fair.[9]
Freedom of the Parish
editThe following people and military units have received the Freedom of the Parish of Haddenham.
Individuals
edit- Robert Norman: 14 July 2023.[10]
References
edit- ^ a b "Key Figures for 2011 Census: Key Statistics. Area: Haddenham (Parish)". ONS. 2013. Retrieved 2 February 2013.
- ^ White, L (1997). Flat Bridge Farm, Haddenham, Cambridgeshire. An Archaeological Evaluation Site ... (Report). Cambridge Archaeological Unit. Retrieved 26 February 2013. (registration required)
- ^ Mansfield, Daniel (20 February 2014). "Village excavation turns up a wealth of finds dating back 1,400 years". Ely Standard. Retrieved 23 November 2020.
- ^ "Airfield Bombing Decoy Q36A". Pastscape. English Heritage. 2013. Retrieved 26 February 2013.
- ^ "Haddenham village website".
- ^ "Haddenham Baptist Church".
- ^ "Baroness Scott officially opens Haddenham's new £100k play equipment". Ely Standard. 11 September 2012. Retrieved 23 November 2020.
- ^ "Ely People - Blossoms & Bygones story". Archived from the original on 22 March 2012.
- ^ "We're going it alone – Aldreth to hold its first vintage fete". Ely Standard. 23 June 2015. Retrieved 23 November 2020.
- ^ Louise Parry and Dave Webster (14 July 2023). "Haddenham councillor, 91, given freedom of his parish". BBC News Cambridgshire. Retrieved 25 July 2023.
External links
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