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Things To See And Do In Ely Ely 5 Unmissable things to see and do in Ely Ely railway posters at www.LoveYourLocation.co.uk The historic city of Ely offers a blend of the old and new, so make sure to enjoy the sights and attractions when you visit. Why not visit popular landmark, Ely Cathedral? Or take a walk through Wicken Fen? 1. Ely Cathedral Ely Cathedral is an Anglican cathedral in the city of Ely, Cambridgeshire. It attracts thousands of visitors each year, local and all over the world. When travelling to Ely you will see the cathedral in the distance with beautiful trees and countryside in the foreground. Ely Cathedral art and gifts www.LoveYourLocation.co.uk The cathedral has stunning architecture and is full of history. Why not take a trip to Ely and discover what it has to offer? The cathedral is worth visiting, as it is full of detail making it great for memorable photos. Ely Cathedral has so much to offer, including music, history, education and guided tours. Around the cathedral, you can explore beautiful parkland and the medieval buildings still in use. Why not spend a day at the cathedral, as well as Ely’s attractive riverside and popular tourist attractions. Opening times Summer: 7am – 6.30pm Winter: 7am – 6.30pm (Monday – Saturday), 7am – 5.30pm (Sunday) Prices Adult Cathedral: £8.00 Cathedral and Tower Tour: £15.00 Cathedral and Stained Glass Museum: £12.00 Tower tour (Sunday rate): £9.00 Address The College Ely CB7 4DL England Contact details 01353 667735 www.elycathedral.org 2. Wicken Fen Wicken Fen is Britain’s oldest nature reserve, which celebrated its 100th anniversary in 1999. The National Trust purchased its first two acres and Wicken Fen has been managed traditionally for centuries by sedge cutting and peat digging which has produced a special habitat for wildlife. Ely art and gifts www.LoveYourLocation.co.uk There are 29 species of mammal, over 200 species of birds, 1000 species of moths and butterflies and more have been recorded at Wicken Fen. Why not take a visit one weekend to Wicken Fen, where you will learn all about nature and their habitats. It is a beautiful nature reserve, popular with walkers and families. Wicken Fen is a popular visitor and tourist attraction in Cambridgeshire and is important for the local economy, by attracting people to Ely. There is also a lot of history behind the Fen. Opening times The Fen is open all year round from dawn to dusk except for December 25th. Some paths may be closed in very wet weather. Visit website for more information Address Lode Lane Wicken Ely CB7 5XP England Contact details 01353 720274 www.wicken.org.uk 3. Oliver Cromwell's House Why not visit Oliver Cromwell’s House one weekend, which is the only residence which exists other than Hampton Court. Discover what domestic life would have been many years ago, in the 17th Century. There are many re-created rooms in the house, as well as an exhibition on the English Civil Wars. Ely gifts www.LoveYourLocation.co.uk At Oliver Cromwell’s House, you can take a look at Mrs Cromwell’s kitchen, dress up, or venture into the Haunted Bedroom if you are brave enough! There are many events that take place at Oliver Cromwell’s House, so make sure to check what’s on before visiting. For younger children, there is The House Mouse Trail, where children can explore the house. Why not try and dress up using the dressing up clothes and armour? There are also tours and audio headsets, where you can learn all about the history which brings the house to life. Oliver Cromwell’s House is also open to group visits and guided tours, so make sure to stop by when visiting Ely! Opening times 1st April – 31st October: 10am – 5pm daily including Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays 1st November – 31st March: 11am – 4pm Monday to Sundays Closed 25th and 26th December and 1st January. Open Easter Address Oliver Cromwells House 29 St. Marys Street Ely CB7 4HF England Contact details 01353 662062 www.olivercromwellshouse.co.uk 4. The Stained Glass Museum The Stained Glass Museum in Ely was first opened to the public in 1979 and founded in 1972 as a repository to rescue stained glass windows under threat from destruction. Funds raised after the 25th Anniversary Appeal were raised to refit the Museum in the south triforium of Ely Cathedral. Ely greeting cards www.LoveYourLocation.co.uk The Stained Glass Museum is the only museum that is dedicated to glass in England and is one of a few places in the world with such a range of stained glass exhibits. There are many collections to discover in the glass museum, as well as exhibitions and events that take place throughout the year. Prices Adults: £4.50 Concessions (seniors and students): £3.50 Children under 16: Free Address The South Triforium Ely Cathedral Ely CB7 4DL England Contact details 01353 660347 www.stainedglassmuseum.com 5. Ely Museum Ely Museum is a friendly and local history museum, located in the Bishop’s Gaol covering Ely and The Fens from pre-history to the 20th century. The museum is in the heart of historical city, Ely. Ely gift ideas www.LoveYourLocation.co.uk The history will take you on a journey through time, from prehistory to the 20th century. There are many displays and events at the museum which include, fossils, original prison cells, Roman remains and archive film of the Fens. It is a great place to visit with the family, where children get their own guide to the galleries as well as a gift shop! Why not visit Ely one weekend and pop into the Ely Museum? There is so much to do in Ely and Cambridgeshire. Opening times Summer Opening Times (From last Monday of March) Monday — Saturday 10.30am — 5.00pm Sunday 1.00pm — 5.00pm Winter Opening Times (From first Monday of November) Monday — Saturday* 10.30am — 4.00pm Sunday 1.00pm — 4.00pm *closed on Tuesdays except for school and group bookings Prices Adults £4.50 Concessions £4.00 Children £1 (under 5s free) Address The Old Gaol Market St Ely CB7 4LS England Contact details 01353 666655 www.elymuseum.org.uk Top 5 kid’s activities Discover Ely's history with the kids and go on a sightseeing tour or explore Ely in a treasure hunt style! There is so much to do and see. 1. Curious About Ely Curious About Ely Discover and explore Ely, with Curious about Ely. It is a fun treasure hunt style walk, where you will learn all about Ely’s history, making it perfect for the kids! Ely is a popular city in Cambridgeshire, that is full of history and has the largest ‘island’ in the Fens, bring the 3rd smallest city in England. There are so many places to explore in Ely, such as Ely Cathedral, nature reserves and many more. Why not make a weekend of it with the family, where you can see the oldest schools in the world, 19th century Brewhouse’s, the marina and more. If you plan on vising by train, you will see a beautiful approach to the city, with Ely Cathedral in the background. Children will love Curious about Ely, as there are so many great walks, stories and interesting facts about the city! Opening hours The walks are self guided, so can be done whenever you like and in your own time! Pricing £5.99 for an instant download (print at home or view on device) £6.50 plus P&P for a pre printed booklet (sent to you). One printed booklet/instant download is recommended for up to four people Address Sacrists Gate High Street Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4LQ England Contact details 0115 9502151 2. City Sightseeing Hop on Hop off Tour City Sightseeing Hop on Hop off Tour Ely City Sightseeing Hop on Hop off Tour is the perfect way to discover Cambridge. Why not explore and visit the attractions of Ely and go to Cambridge in the afternoon? There is so much to discover in Ely and Cambridge, whether it's history or picnics in the park! The kids will love the tour on the double decker bus, where they can see all of Cambridge’s top attractions such as King’s College and the Fitzwilliam Museum. They will learn so much about Cambridge, as there is an audio tour on board for them to listen to. There are over 19 stops to explore and each stop has something for all of the family. Whether it’s shopping, restaurants or sightseeing! It’s a lovely way to see Cambridge, for an hour or even the whole day. Just sit back and relax and enjoy the tour! Opening hours Monday to Sunday 10:10 - 17:30 Closed on 25,26 December and 1 January. Pricing Adults from £15.50 Kids from £10.00 Address 100 Cowley Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 9DN England Contact details 01223 433250 www.city-sightseeing.com/en/87/cambridge 3. National Dragonfly Project National Dragonfly Project Ely National Dragonfly Project has recently changed to the British Dragonfly Society and National Trust. The centre is located in beautiful fenland, just before the entrance to the nature reserve. It is great to visit on warm and sunny days, where you can see all of the wildlife around the water. Inside the reserve building, there are many informative and colourful displays, where you will learn all about dragonflies and other animals. There are also two ponds outside, which is great for observing birds, fish and bugs. It makes a great day out with the kids, where they can walk around, explore and discover nature! It makes a great family day trip or even an educational school trip. Opening hours Late May through end of September (and selected days throughout the school summer holidays) Saturday and Sunday 11:00 - 16:00 Pricing Whole Wicken Fen site entry Adult: £7.35 Child: £3.60 Family: £18.30 Plus Pay and display: from £3 per car Address Wren Building Near Ramsey Wicken Cambridgeshire CB7 5XP England Contact details 01353 720274 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen-nature-reserve 4. Sedgeway Equestrian Centre Sedgeway Equestrian Centre Ely Sedgeway Equestrian Centre offers a variety of well mannered mounts for private, semi-private and group lessons for children 5 years and upwards. There is an indoor and outdoor school, so it is perfect for all weathers. For children who are more experienced, they can enjoy scenic horse rides, with cross countryside, jumps, and obstacles. The staff are friendly and well experienced, which makes it a perfect day out for children that love animals and horse riding! If children are very experienced, they can take a Junior Progressive Test, which the centre is qualified to offer. The kids will love a day with the horses, no matter what age! Opening hours The riding school is open 8.30am to 6pm Saturday and Sunday, 1pm to 9pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. All lessons must be pre booked. Pricing Lessons from £24.50, kids lesson from £22.50. Lots of options available for those doing more than the basics! Address Sedgeway Business Park Witchford Ely Cambridgeshire CB6 2HY England Contact details 01353 654100 www.sedgewayec.co.uk 5. Treetops Soft Play Treetops soft play Ely Treetops Soft Play has all the best and latest play equipment, offering a big multi-level jungle themed adventure play area – Kids will love it! It features a range of padded and modern equipment, from ball pits, to slides and tunnels! Children will love playing and running around with their friends. There is also a zone for younger children and toddles with a range of toys and soft equipment. If you fancy relaxing while the children are burning off their energy, why not sit and relax in the café? There is so much to choose from Opening hours Monday through Saturday 10am to 5.30pm. Sunday 10am to 4pm. Pricing Under 1s, Non Walkers and Adults Free 1s and over £4 weekdays and term time £4.50 weekends and school holidays Child minders Monday to Friday £2.50 p/child (child minders must present their OFSTED certificate or pacey membership card) Loyalty card 8 Address 12 Lancaster Way Ely Cambridgeshire CB6 3NW England Contact details 01353 665111 Top 5 restaurants in Ely On your visit to Ely, sit back and relax at one of these restaurants or cafe's before you leave. 1. Peacocks Tea Room Peacocks Tea Room Ely www.peacockstearoom.co.uk 01353 661100 65 Waterside Ely CB7 4AU England 2. The White Pheasant The White Pheasant restaurant Ely www.whitepheasant.com 01638 720414 21 Market Street Fordham Ely CB7 5LQ England 3. The Anchor Inn at Sutton Gault The Anchor Inn at Sutton Gault Ely www.anchor-inn-restaurant.co.uk 01353 778537 Bury Lane Sutton Ely CB6 2BD England 4. Prince Albert Prince Albert restaurant Ely 01353 663494 62 Silver Street Ely CB7 4JF England 5. Market Street Brasserie Market Street Brasserie Ely www.marketstreetuk.com 01353 669930 39-41 Market Street Ely CB7 4LZ England