Ely Riverside

A lively and scenic stretch of the River Great Ouse with waterside walks, boats, public art and views towards the cathedral.

The riverside offers a different view of Ely from its cathedral hill. Follow the Great Ouse past moorings and waterside buildings, watch boats move along the river and look back towards the city’s skyline. Its open views help explain why the waterways mattered for trade, travel and the development of the Isle of Ely. This is a good place for a gentle walk and for seeing the relationship between the historic city and the low-lying landscape around it. The scene changes with the light, weather and river traffic.