Houghton Mill – Wildlife Sanctuary Lake loop from Houghton Meadows Nature Reserve

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Houghton Mill – Wildlife Sanctuary Lake loop from Houghton Meadows Nature Reserve

Moderate

4.9

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Houghton Mill – Wildlife Sanctuary Lake loop from Houghton Meadows Nature Reserve

02:43

10.7km

20m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Godmanchester Eastside Common

Godmanchester NR

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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254 m

Houghton Mill National Trust Café

Highlight • Cafe

Houghton Mill National Trust cafe. Outside seating NO toilets, tea expensive, limited menu. OK but better stops in Houghton and St Ives.

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384 m

Houghton Mill

Highlight • Historical Site

This is the last remaining working watermill on the River Great Ouse. A mill has been here for nearly 1,000 years and is currently cared for by the National Trust. …

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1.40 km

Great Ouse Bridge

Highlight • River

Enjoy wonderful views as you pass over the River Great Ouse.

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2.43 km

Wet Meadow Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

2.89 km

Wildlife Sanctuary Lake

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

Appears to be a good area for spotting birds and wildlife. Very attractive waterside walk.

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5.86 km

Chinese Bridge, Godmanchester

Highlight • River

Attractive bridge over the River

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5.91 km

Public Toilet Near the Japanese Bridge

Highlight • Rest Area

Located just over the Japanese bridge in the park if you get caught short.

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6.39 km

Godmanchester Riverside Park

Highlight • Parking

The town of Godmanchester is siutated on lovely spot on the River Great Ouse, close to Huntingdon. Portholme to the North-West of the town is England's largest meadow.

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