ELY CIRCULAR - THROUGH THE FENS - CAMBS

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Overview

At a moderate pace over mostly level terrain along the Ouse valley south to Stretham. Returning by a slightly different route back into Ely with views of the magnificent Ely cathedral.

Drop out possible via bus from the lunch stop in Stretham.

Saturday, 25 April 2026

Start time:: 10:40 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 18.5km / 11.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Train: Kings Cross 9:24, arrive Ely 10:38

Lunch: Picnic in Stretham. A pub is available for drinks and toilets. Pubs and cafes available at the finish in Ely.

Toilet: Use toilets at Kings Cross and on the train.

Features

Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:: TL 54335 79418
Nearest postcode:: CB7 4DJ
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Start time:: 10:40 am

Ely Station

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