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Ely Porta (Walpole Gate) – Cherry Hill Park loop from Eriswell

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East Of England

Ely Porta (Walpole Gate) – Cherry Hill Park loop from Eriswell

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Ely Porta (Walpole Gate) – Cherry Hill Park loop from Eriswell

03:06

72.1km

160m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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After 43.6 km for 199 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

21.2 km

View of Ely Cathedral across Soham Mere Fen

Highlight • Viewpoint

Wide views from here across the open fenlands when going westbound to Ely Cathedral sailing across the far horizon.

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2

26.2 km

Last Bridge Over The River Cam

Highlight • Bridge

The lowest crossing point on the River Cam, before it joins with the River Ouse.

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3

42.6 km

General Store Bake Shop

Highlight • Cafe

Fresh coffee, pastries and buns, and good opening hours as well: 8am-6pm every day except Sunday (9am-2pm).

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4

43.1 km

The Yard Café

Highlight • Cafe

Cafe and dining venue run by local coffee roastery, Silver Oak, with large, covered outdoor space as well as indoor areas. Ample bike parking and cleat-friendly surface make for a great group ride stop.

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5

43.8 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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6

44.1 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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7

44.6 km

Ely Market Square

Highlight • Rest Area

Ely market is a great place to stop and get food, drinks and snacks!

Info from website:

Thursday Charter Market – weekly, 8.30am-3.30pm
Saturday Craft, Food & Vintage Market – …

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8

50.9 km

Prickwillow Canal

Highlight • River

The quieter route from Ely to Littleport.

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B

72.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.0 km

22.0 km

5.69 km

441 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

45.6 km

26.2 km

398 m

< 100 m

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Thursday 22 October

14°C

8°C

92 %

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