A Guide to Great Shelford in Cambridgeshire

The village of Great Shelford is situated about 4 miles south of Cambridge, England. There is evidence of human settlement here since prehistoric times, thought to be related to the supply of water from springs such as Nine Wells. By the time of the Domesday Book, The village was established and already named Scelford, meaning "shallow ford", and refering to a crossing place over the River Cam. Today it is one of Cambridgeshire's larger villages with a population of about 4000. For more information on the history of the Shelfords go to the History Page.

For information on Little Shelford, visit the Little Shelford website

What's New ?
Planning appeal decision for Rugby Club site
Recycle your batteries in Shelford

Where we are (Google Map)

St. Mary's

The Guildhall, Church Street

Cottage in High Street

River Cam

Bridge Lane

Oak Cottage

High Street cottages

The Village Feast

The Mill

Nine Wells

The Square & Compass

The High Street

Porch House

Woollards Lane

The Grange, Church Street

Kings Mill House

This site is published by Great Shelford Parish Council. It is intended as a community directory for residents and visitors to Great and Little Shelford. We hope you find it useful and if you have any comments or suggestions then please contact the Webmaster

This page was last updated on 17th April 2008