Skaters' Meadow – Grantchester Meadows Footpath loop from Cambridge
Skaters' Meadow – Grantchester Meadows Footpath loop from Cambridge
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Skaters' Meadow – Grantchester Meadows Footpath loop from Cambridge
00:42
6.33km
20m
Running
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: February 12, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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1.30 km
Skaters' Meadow
Highlight • Natural
It takes its name from the occasional time in the 19th century when the meadow would flood and freeze. Local children would then be charged 6d (about £2.50 in today's value) to ice skate around the lamppost in the middle.
Nowadays you can't walk on it for any price, but the path will take you right alongside the beautiful meadow.
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2.33 km
Punting at Grantchester Meadows
Highlight • Natural
Tip by
3.55 km
Grantchester Meadows Footpath
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
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6.33 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
2.78 km
2.34 km
1.06 km
102 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
3.28 km
2.34 km
239 m
189 m
157 m
< 100 m
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