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Knapwell is a hamlet in Cambridgeshire situated about west of Cambridge. It is within the diocese of Ely. Its population was estimated at 110 in 2001. Nearby villages include Boxworth, Conington, Elsworth and the fast expanding new settlement of Cambourne. ==History== The settlement was mentioned as a vill at the start of the 11th century and is listed as ''Chenewelle'' in the Domesday Book, when it was held by the Abbot of Ramsey.〔(【引用サイトリンク】title=Knapwell - The Red Well )〕 The name Knapwell is of unclear origin though it seems clear that it is named after the chalybeate Red Well in the wood just to the east of the village.〔(【引用サイトリンク】title=Knapwell )〕 The well is probably ancient and was the only source of water to both the village and neighbouring Boxworth. Its waters were known for their medicinal properties.〔 The village's manor house was established in Norman times, and traces of a building and moat remain in the wood to the east of the church.〔 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Knapwell」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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