Cherry Hill Park – River Great Ouse loop from Chettisham Meadow

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Cherry Hill Park – River Great Ouse loop from Chettisham Meadow

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Cherry Hill Park – River Great Ouse loop from Chettisham Meadow

04:40

18.2km

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: July 31, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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712 m

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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6.91 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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7.13 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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7.42 km

Interesting sculpture

Highlight • Structure

alongside the path through the park

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7.61 km

River Great Ouse Riverside View

Highlight • River

A well-maintained path along the river allows you to admire the views offered by the river itself and the moored barges.

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7.67 km

Ely Waterfront on the River Great Ouse

Highlight • River

The canal side at Ely is the River Great Ouse, which flows through the city's waterfront and offers a variety of walks, shops, and attractions.

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7.93 km

The Maltings

Highlight • Restaurant

Building in classical warehouse style now housing a restaurant.

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8.98 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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10.2 km