Saint Neots: Cambridgeshire Market Town on the Great Ouse That Grew Fast After the A1 Arrived
Saint Neots sits on the River Great Ouse in the Huntingdonshire district of Cambridgeshire, about 15 miles west of Cambridge and 50 miles north of London. The population is around 32,000, making it the largest town in Huntingdonshire. The town takes its name from the Cornish saint Neot, whose relics were supposedly brought here by monks in the 10th century. The Priory of St Neot was founded around 974 AD. The Market Square, one of the largest in England, has hosted a market since the 12th century, and Thursday markets continue today. The parish church of St Mary the Virgin has a 15th-century tower visible across the river meadows.
The town centre around the Market Square, High Street, and Brook Street has a mix of independent shops and chains. Riverside Park along the Great Ouse provides walks and a regatta course. The Priory Centre is a community and arts venue in converted medieval buildings. Saint Neots station is on the East Coast Main Line local services, with trains to London King's Cross in about 50 minutes. The A1 passes just to the east, and the A428 connects to Cambridge. Bedford is about 12 miles to the south. For those considering adult companionship in the Huntingdonshire area, Saint Neots' position on the A1 and its rail link to King's Cross connect it to Cambridge, Bedford, and London.
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Saint Neots sits on the River Great Ouse in the Huntingdonshire district of Cambridgeshire, about 15 miles west of Cambridge and 50 miles north of London. The population is around 32,000, making it the largest town in Huntingdonshire. The town takes its name from the Cornish saint Neot, whose relics were supposedly brought here by monks in the 10th century. The Priory of St Neot was founded around 974 AD. The Market Square, one of the largest in England, has hosted a market since the 12th century, and Thursday markets continue today. The parish church of St Mary the Virgin has a 15th-century tower visible across the river meadows.
The town centre around the Market Square, High Street, and Brook Street has a mix of independent shops and chains. Riverside Park along the Great Ouse provides walks and a regatta course. The Priory Centre is a community and arts venue in converted medieval buildings. Saint Neots station is on the East Coast Main Line local services, with trains to London King's Cross in about 50 minutes. The A1 passes just to the east, and the A428 connects to Cambridge. Bedford is about 12 miles to the south. For those considering adult companionship in the Huntingdonshire area, Saint Neots' position on the A1 and its rail link to King's Cross connect it to Cambridge, Bedford, and London.
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