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Overview

The walks starts from Upware marina and takes the drove road to Kingfishers Bridge Nature Reserve with its great view of Ely Cathedral, lakes supporting wild fowl and birds of prey, plus the animals that help maintain the habitat; Konic ponies, long horn cattle and Nepalese Water Buffalo. The routes also passes beside Wicken Lode.

Saturday, 17 February 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 53775 69989
Nearest postcode:
CB7 5YQ
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hydration.tilting.speak
Start time:
10:00 am

The meeting place is the small car park and picnic area in Upware near the bridge over the Lode. Share cars if possible due to the size of the car park. Walk leader Jane C 07506 846653.

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