Is St Neots nice?
St Neots is perfect for growing families looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, however having the convenience of many amenities in and around town. St Neots also attracts the commuters with easy access into London Kings Cross in just 40 minutes.
What is St Neots famous for?
St Neots is famous for its attractive and historic market town centre and riverside walks, set in easy access of the A1 and major rail networks. As a result, this town is popular with commuters looking for a good selection of shops, restaurants and open spaces in which to enjoy their leisure time.
What does St Neots come under?
St Neots is a town in the Huntingdonshire District of the county of Cambridgeshire, England. It lies about 50 miles (80 km) north of London and about 18 miles (29 km) west of Cambridge. The districts of Eynesbury, Eaton Ford and Eaton Socon were formerly independent but nowadays are considered merged into St Neots.
How many people live in St Neots Cambs?
St Neots is Cambridgeshire’s largest and fastest growing town with a current population of over 30,000. Located in the south west corner of the county and nestled along the banks of the River Great Ouse.
Is St Neots rough?
In 2021, St Neots was ranked the safest town compared to all the other towns and cities in Cambridgeshire County, where it has a 17% lower crime rate than the County’s average.
Did the Vikings settle in St Neots?
The Vikings first brought their longships up the River Great Ouse as far as St Neots in the late 10th century and St Neot’s bones were sent to Lincolnshire for safe-keeping, being restored again by 1020.
What county is St Neots in?
Cambridgeshire
The county boundary between Huntingdonshire and Bedfordshire had been the River Great Ouse, but in 1965 the districts of Eaton Ford and Eaton Socon were brought into St Neots. Huntingdonshire was abolished (as a county-level unit – it continues to be a District Council) and replaced by Cambridgeshire.
How many high street shops are there in St Neots?
High Street stores in St Neots: 361 Stores in St Neots in our database. We have indicated which shops we think are currently trading with a green button. If you have any more information about current trading arrangements for individual shops, please add them on the ‘More details’ page for that store or contact us.
The St Neots Livestock Market, in New Street, was one of the largest in East Anglia with more than 1,000 pigs, cattle and sheep sold by auction each week. The cattle auction closed in 1985 and there is now sheltered housing on the site. The town has a long association with breweries.
What is the St Neots fhsf programme?
The St Neots FHSF programme has been informed by previous community and stakeholder engagement including the work to support the St Neots Masterplan for Growth. As the programme moves forward, we want the community to join the conversation about the future of St Neots and work with us to develop a shared vision for the town.
What is the history of the bank of St Neots?
The Bank of St Neots was established in 1807 and it is believed this was situated at 16 Market Square (now Greggs). A bank note, which was donated to the St Neots Museum, has the signature of Francis Rix in the bottom right-hand corner, and he, along with George Gorham and John Inkersole launched the venture, but by by 1824 it was bankrupt.