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A bicycle stands on a grass verge beside a dirt road with trees, buildings, and a tall chimney visible in the distance.

Islands Common, St Neots c.1908

Islands Common, St Neots

History of Islands Common

A long wooden raised walkway stretches along a tree-lined dirt path, with two small figures standing near a set of steps.

Raised walkway for pedestrians c.1905 Islands Common, St Neots

The road north from St Neots to the paper mills across Islands Common originally had gates at either end. Because the road was liable to flood, a raised wooden walkway known as The Traps was created for pedestrians.

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