Godmanchester Nature Reserve loop via Houghton Mill

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Godmanchester Nature Reserve loop via Houghton Mill

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Godmanchester Nature Reserve loop via Houghton Mill

01:47

7.03km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 7, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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105 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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1.12 km

Great Ouse Bridge

Highlight • River

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

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2.69 km

Godmanchester Nature Reserve

Highlight • Historical Site

Godmanchester Nature Reserve is a superb place for a walk, not far from the market town of Huntingdon. As with many other reserves along the Great River Ouse, it occupies …

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3.32 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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7.03 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.75 km

2.08 km

164 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.69 km

290 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

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Wednesday 28 October

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Comments

April 30, 2025,Godmanchester Nature Reserve - Wildlife Sanctuary, Houghton Meadows loop from Banks End -Apr 25

We've gone on this route several times and have never been disappointed. We took full advantage of this beautiful summer day at the end of April. Being surrounded by wildlife, listening to the chorus of seagulls, geese, and various other birds singing together at sunset while sitting by the edge of the lake creates a feeling that makes you never …

August 4, 2024,River Great Ouse bridge loop from Banks End

The best ever. Last 3k of wilde life are the best.