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Overview

 

This walk begins in the charming village of Haddenham. We will follow the Fen Side Track, a well-trodden path which offers beautiful views of the surrounding fenland. We will pass through areas rich in wildlife, making it a great opportunity for birdwatching. The path leads to a small village of Aldreth.

From Aldreth, we head southwest to follow the historic Aldreth Causeway. The Aldreth Causeway was one of three main routes into Ely. It served as a crucial connection between Cambridge and Ely, especially before the mid-17th century drainage of the fenlands

This path will leads to the Old West River, part of the River Great Ouse. We will follow the Rothschild way along the river before heading back to Aldreth and then to Haddenham.
 

Saturday, 26 April 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
13.2km / 8.2mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Note: This route will be very muddy if there has been rain in the week leading up to this walk. Please come prepared with good walking boots and poles if required.

Bring provisions for a lunch break. Walk leader is Sushma - 07975846715

Features

  • Car sharing available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 46635 74109
Nearest postcode:
CB6 3FU
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pans.escalates.mainly
Start time:
10:00 am

Park on Lode way after Young's Coaches where the road changes to Hoghill Drove.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking