Ely
Introduction
Ely is a small town just a short distance north of Cambridge but is home to the famous Ely Cathedral.
The town centre is quite small but has a market in the central square that is worth a visit (as are the local butcher and tea houses).
Ely Cathedral
The cathedral is open to the public but has a small admission charge. On the weekend (in season) tours are also offered of the “octagon” (the central tower in the middle of the cathedral) and the west tower (at additional cost).
A beautiful cathedral located in the middle of the Cambridgeshire countryside. Building of the cathedral dates from the 12th century but there have been buildings on the site since 673.
If you can work yourself up to climbing stairs through narrow passageways, a trip to the Octagon is very much recommended if not for the view looking down into the cathedral but also the views of the surrounding countryside.
The ceiling is only a hundred years old but is still quite impressive.
Riverside
The riverside is one of the beautiful attractions of Ely with it's marina and path all along the edge. There are a number of eating establishments along the river that are worth a visit (including a number of pubs). One hour river tours are also available.
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