These Photographs were taken during the creation of the Fen Rivers Way. The route at present follow the banks
of the rivers Cam and Ouse between Cambridge and Ely. The route is complete on both sides of the river and allows
walkers access to some of the best walking in the area. Much of the route is along the flood banks of the rivers
This makes route finding fairly easy and the route is well way marked. Being raised above the level of the surrounding land
the views from the walk are excellent.
The section of the walk from Cambridge to Clayhithe follows the river on the western bank but on the east it only follows the river
south of Horningsea. The walk leaves the eastern river bank by Baits Bite lock and goes through the village of Horningsea.
This southern section is very picturesque and the tow path of the cam is lined by pollarded willows on the west bank all the way from Cambridge to Clayhithe
North of clayhithe the walk continues to follow the river. Although on the western side it is necessary to walk along the edge of the road for 1/4 mile to get
to the end of the bridle path which soon returns to the river bank. The scenery is much more open along this section with view open landscape and often dramatic
skies. The soils become blacker as you go north into the fenland basin.
North of Dimmocks cote the eastern footpath follows droves which are well waymarked and easy walking. However on the Western bank there is a problem with a missing footbridge at Holt fen. We are currently raising money to replace this structure.
A diversion to the road bridge adds a further 2 miles to the walk on this side of the river.
These Photographs show just a few images of some of the scenery and the work of the group.
Copyright © 1996 Duncan Mackay
Most recent revision 15 April 1996