Huntingdonshire
§ This page provides an overview of a UK's local authority district, bringing together various information to help you better understand this district.
Huntingdonshire covers a mix of historic market towns, scenic river valleys, and picturesque villages in Cambridgeshire. Huntingdon, the principal town, is steeped in history as the birthplace of Oliver Cromwell, with traditional markets and riverside walks. St Ives, known for its medieval bridge and vibrant riverside, and St Neots, the largest town, with a bustling town centre and riverside parks, are key settlements. The River Great Ouse meanders through the district, offering boating, fishing, and scenic views, while nearby Grafham Water is a major reservoir popular for sailing and nature watching. The countryside is dotted with charming villages, woodlands, and open farmland, combining heritage with natural beauty.
The local authority for this district is: Huntingdonshire District Council - responsible for district-level services. Since Cambridgeshire is a two-tier area, county-level services are handled by: Cambridgeshire County Council.
Constituencies in Huntingdonshire
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Wards in Huntingdonshire
Huntingdonshire is divided into 26 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Alconbury
- Brampton
- Buckden
- Fenstanton
- Godmanchester & Hemingford Abbots
- Great Paxton
- Great Staughton
- Hemingford Grey & Houghton
- Holywell-cum-Needingworth
- Huntingdon East
- Huntingdon North
- Kimbolton
- Ramsey
- Sawtry
- Somersham
- St Ives East
- St Ives South
- St Ives West
- St Neots East
- St Neots Eatons
- St Neots Eynesbury
- St Neots Priory Park & Little Paxton
- Stilton, Folksworth & Washingley
- The Stukeleys
- Warboys
- Yaxley