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River Great Ouse & St Ives, Cambridgeshire

Summary

This circular route is ideal for all the family and explores both sides of the River Great Ouse to the west of the historic quayside. The walk visits nature reserves and a working 18th-century water mill.
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
8.6 miles (13.8 km)
Walking time:
04h 30m
Type:
Circular

Start location

London Road, St Ives - grid ref TL311710

lat: 52.3220824

lon: -0.0763906

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