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East Cambridgeshire

Ely Market Square – Ely Porta (Walpole Gate) loop from Ely

Hiking trails & Routes

East Of England

East Cambridgeshire

Ely Market Square – Ely Porta (Walpole Gate) loop from Ely

Easy

2

hikers

Ely Market Square – Ely Porta (Walpole Gate) loop from Ely

00:50

3.21km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

730 m

River Great Ouse Riverside View

Highlight • River

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2

787 m

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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3

923 m

Interesting sculpture

Highlight • Structure

alongside the path through the park

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4

969 m

Jubilee Gardens and Ely Marina

Highlight • Settlement

Another great stop for a rest in Ely, grab a bite while watching the boats rearrange themselves in the marina.

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5

1.62 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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6

2.25 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.

Tip by

7

2.46 km

Cherry Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

B

3.21 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.19 km

1.15 km

481 m

307 m

Surfaces

1.49 km

1.28 km

246 m

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Saturday 30 May

23°C

14°C

13 %

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