Cherry Hill Park – River Great Ouse loop from Ely

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Cherry Hill Park – River Great Ouse loop from Ely

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Cherry Hill Park – River Great Ouse loop from Ely

04:41

18.3km

70m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.04 km

Cherry Hill Park

Highlight • Trail

Centrally located, being just a short walk from the river, the cathedral and the city centre, Cherry Hill Park is a beautiful place for an easy walk or as part …

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1.26 km

Ely Porta (Walpole Gate)

Highlight • Historical Site

Ely Porta (or Walpole Gate) was the main entrance to the monastery. The gate was completed in 1417 and is now part of King's School, a public school.

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1.76 km

Oliver Cromwell's House

Highlight • Historical Site

Until 1986, Oliver Cromwell's former home was the vicarage of St Mary's Church (next door). It is now a Civil War exhibition, telling the story of Cromwell's role as the …

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6.00 km

Little Downham Community Orchard

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely little nature reserve full of paths to explore. There are plenty of benches too, making this highlight a great lunch spot!

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6.47 km

Little Downham Village

Highlight • Religious Site

Little Downham is a peaceful little village nestling in picturesque Cambridgeshire countryside. People travel to the village each year for its annual fete and Medieval Fair. Little Downham has a …

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16.4 km

River Great Ouse

Highlight • River

The fifth longest river in the UK, the River Great Ouse passes through Ely on its way from Syresham, Bedfordshire to the Wash near Kings Lynn in Norfolk.

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17.4 km