Ely, Cambridgeshire - Wikipedia
Ely (/ ˈiːli / ⓘ EE-lee) is a cathedral city and civil parish in the East Cambridgeshire district of Cambridgeshire, England, about 14 miles (23 km) north-northeast of Cambridge, 24 miles (39 …
Visit Ely - Visit Ely
Jan 27, 2024 · Rising above the Cambridgeshire Fens, Ely is the destination City with something for everyone. From the monastic buildings of the city past, the vibrant food scene and the …
Things to do - Visit Ely
Nestling under the big skies of the Fen countryside, in the shadow of its magnificent cathedral, Ely offers a wealth of attractions and things to do. As the second smallest city in England, it is …
Ely Cathedral - Wikipedia
Ely Cathedral, formally the Cathedral Church of the Holy and Undivided Trinity of Ely, [1] is an Anglican cathedral in the city of Ely, Cambridgeshire, England. The cathedral can trace its …
Ely, Cambridgeshire - Historic UK
The ancient city of Ely occupies the largest island in the Cambridgeshire Fens. The “Isle of Ely” is so called because it was only accessible by boat until the waterlogged Fens were drained in …
A day in Ely, England's second-smallest city - British Heritage Travel
Sep 13, 2024 · Nestled in the Fen country of East Cambridgeshire, Ely makes a perfect day’s outing—a direct, easy train ride from London. The sight of the magnificent cathedral, either up …
The Story of Ely - About - Ely Cathedral
Following its restoration by Ethelwold, Bishop of Winchester from 963 to 984 and one of the leaders of the tenth-century monastic reform movement, Ely was refounded as a Benedictine …
History and Heritage - About - Ely Cathedral
Ely is the third longest medieval cathedral in England, at 161m (537’). Its graceful Norman nave is among the longest in England, with a remarkable 19th century painted ceiling. The West …
Ely, Cambs. UK - Ely Cathedral - Oliver Cromwell - Ely News & Info.
Nov 5, 2024 · Ely is a Cathedral City founded in 673 when Princess Etheldreda, daughter of the Anglo-Saxon King Anna adopted Christianity & formed a Convent one mile north of the Saxon …
Ultimate Guide to Visiting Ely in Cambridgeshire, UK
Sep 13, 2023 · A tiny but beautiful city in Cambridgeshire, England, Ely is a real gem if you’re looking to escape the crowds and get a full slice of local feels. The perfect balance to the often …