This 13 acre area of common land is a quiet haven in the centre of busy Huntingdon. With a peaceful pond and open grassland it is great for walking the dog, having a picnic, meeting friends or spending time watching the wildlife.

Events and Activities

The Rangers hold events each year at Spring Common for the public as well as conservation work parties. Volunteers are always needed to help with the practical tasks which include tree and shrub planting, grassland management work, pond clearance, litter picking and much more. For details use the link to the right for the District Council's What's On database.

Educational Opportunities

Spring Common is within walking distance from many Huntingdon schools and provides learning opportunities for children of all ages. There are no facilities at the Common so half-day visits are ideal. You can download a copy of our education brochure by using the link to the right, this has all of the information about activities we can offer.

As well as schools we welcome youth clubs, children’s play schemes and scout and guide groups to Spring Common. Please contact the Ranger on (01480) 451568 to discuss your visit.

Facilities

Spring Common has public access at all times but there are no indoor facilities.

Spring Common is within walking distance of Huntingdon town centre and is accessible from St Peter’s Road (near the Leisure Centre), Ermine Street and Ambury Road. Use the link to the right to get to a location map on multimap.com.  It is approximately ½km from Huntingdon bus station, just off the ring-road and there are regular buses into Huntingdon from all over Huntingdonshire. For current transport information use the links to the right.  Busses from the bus station going to Oxmoor pass by the Common.

Contact the Rangers on 01480 451568 or email us by using the link on the right.