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Mepal and the Hundred Foot Drain

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Overview

This leisurely walk encircles the village including an interesting reserve that nature has reclaimed from old clay diggings. 

Wednesday 27 August 2025
Start time:
6:30 pm
Estimated finish time:
8:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
4.8km / 3.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Meet at Mepal Bridge, parking by the Three Pickerels pub where we will end the walk 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 44008 81286
Nearest postcode:
CB6 2AT
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Start time:
6:30 pm

Meeting at Mepal Bridge. Parking at the Bridge and also the Three Pickerels

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