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About Curious About Ely

Explore and Discover Ely with our two unique treasure hunt style walks.

Enjoy them separately, or take both, depending upon how much time you have and how many clues and pictures you want to find!

Ely is an ancient Cambridgeshire city, occupying the largest 'island' in the Fens. Rich in folk history, it is the 3rd smallest city in England. That said, there is an abundance of interesting places to explore. Most commanding is the resplendent cathedral, built by William the Conqueror. Then there are almshouses, antiquated dwellings, one of the oldest schools in the world, a 19th century brewhouse, stories of eels, and the vibrant marina, built on the Ouse.

We have been established since 2008

We aren't just a treasure hunt!

You'll get:

- An 18-page booklet containing two self-guided walks (delivered as a) a printed booklet or b) downloadable booklet (for mobile use or to print at home)

- Full instructions,

- A map with the routes and places of interest marked on,

- Detailed directions

- Clues (with answers if needed, including 5 pictures to find along the way)

- Interesting snippets about the history of the location and the people and events that have shaped it

- Ideas for other things to see and do on the way

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Opening Times

Walks are self guided, so can be done whenever you like and in your own time!

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Pricing & Tickets

General Admission
  • Adult (17-18+) : £7.49

£7.49 for a instant download (print at home or view on device)

£7.99 +P&P for a printed booklet sent to you first class.

One printed booklet/instant download is recommended for up to four people.

Use code DOWTK25 at checkout for 25% off when you spend over £12 on any Curious About Walks.

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

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Contact Details

Ely City Centre
Starts: Prior Crauden’s Chapel, The College
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 4DW
England

We provide a What3Words address to precisely pinpoint the start of the walks.

Tel: 07717763063

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