Ely: the riverside and the cathedral
From the station along the Great Ouse and up to the Ship of the Fens.
- Distance
- 3 km
- Ascent
- 30 m
- Time
- 0.5–1 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 31 m
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About this walk
Ely: the riverside and the cathedral is an easy 3 km circular walk with 30 m of ascent, taking 0.5 to 1 hours. It starts at Ely station (grid reference TL 543 795). The start can be reached by public transport.
Ely Cathedral stands on what was an island in the fens, and its tower and octagon lantern can be seen for miles across the flat land. From the station, the walk follows the Great Ouse past the marina and antique warehouses, then climbs through the park to the cathedral and back through the little city.
Route
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1
The river
Walk from the station along the Great Ouse.
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2
The cathedral
Climb through the park to the cathedral and return through the city.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Ely: the riverside and the cathedral take?
- Most walkers take 0.5–1 hours for the 3 km route, which has 30 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Ely station (grid reference TL 543 795). Car parks in the city (charge).
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Trains to Ely from Cambridge, Norwich and King's Lynn. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Pavements and riverside paths.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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