Explore self-guided walking holidays and outdoor adventures in Cambridgeshire — a county shaped by water, fenland, and ancient paths that stretch across vast open skies. This is a place where rivers replace ridgelines, the land rolls gently towards the horizon, and walking invites a slower, more reflective pace.
From the meadows and waterways of Cambridge to the wild wetlands of Wicken Fen and the historic charm of Ely, Cambridgeshire offers a landscape that is both simple and rich — flat and open, yet alive with detail. The trails here follow rivers, droves, and ancient causeways, passing windmills, churches, grazing marsh, and willow-lined banks.
Whether you’re exploring nature reserves, tracing the Fen Rivers Way towards the coast, or wandering through villages immortalised by poets and painters, walking in Cambridgeshire is about stillness, light, and connection to the land.
Follow this long-distance path between Cambridge and King’s Lynn, tracing the Rivers Cam and Great Ouse through fenland towns, wildlife-rich floodplains, and wide-open countryside. Perfect for multi-day walking or cycling trips.
Explore boardwalks, meadows, and wetland wildlife at one of the UK’s oldest nature reserves. Ideal for shorter circular walks or combining with birdwatching and photography.
Walk from the historic colleges of Cambridge along the River Cam to the thatched cottages and tea gardens of Grantchester. A classic riverside route for a gentle afternoon stroll or picnic.
Discover Ely’s soaring cathedral and riverside walks, or head along the Ouse Valley Way to nearby villages such as Stretham and Littleport.
