From Great Barford, the route diverts along the road past the sewage works and then through a series of fields to Roxton. There are also some properties which it’s hard not to be envious of.
As the route reaches Roxton Weir, passing a well-manicured lake on the left, the path heads into Roxton. Roxton Congregational church is worth a nosey.
From Roxton, the character of the walk changes dramatically. The route leaves the Great Ouse to follow a path across the Great North Road (A1).
Major developments are underway in this area with new road and rail infrastructure, along with a substantial increase in housing. Locals are not happy.
The approach to Wyboston gives the impression of it being a quiet village - and most of it is.
However, at the eastern end of the village, the noise of traffic increases as we approach the A1.
The route continues along the A1 roadside and for a while. It’s pretty unpleasant. After time spent by the river, it’s a powerful reminder of how mobile we now are and the way our modern economy works. There’s a crossing point at Eaton Socon and again the path rejoins the Great Ouse.
From this point on, the trail is in pretty good shape with good signage and other resources, thanks in large part to the Great Ouse Valley Trust.
Eaton Socon is split from St Neots by the Great Ouse and walks from here into St Neots take you through the flood plains that help manage the water.
Next leg: St Neots to Godmanchester
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