🇬🇧 Ely Day Trip Guide | A Charming Escape from Cambridge

Just 15 minutes by train from Cambridge, Ely is the perfect weekend getaway—quintessential English charm with a twist! Here’s how to make the most of your day: ⛪️ Must-Do Highlights 1️⃣ Ely Cathedral Walk through Cherry Hill Park (dog-watching heaven! 🐕) to reach this stunning cathedral. Don’t miss: The rainbow-hued stained glass (P8 has a Jellycat shelf in the gift shop!). 2️⃣ High Street Treasure Hunt Charity shops galore! Hunt for vintage gems (prices from £1-£10). The Eel Catcher’s Daughter: A dreamy lifestyle store with cozy scarves (£15-25) and candles. (Pro tip: The staff will literally hold mirrors for you—next-level service! 👛) Positively Magickal: Crystal-filled mystical wonderland 🔮. 3️⃣ Ely Markets Thai street food stall (near the flower stands): Spicy, flavorful pad thai—a rarity in the UK! 🌶️ Woodgreen Pets Charity: Adorable ceramic finds (support a good cause!). 4️⃣ Peacock Tearoom ☕ Quintessential British tea experience—scones with clotted cream! Arrive before 4:30 PM on Sundays. 5️⃣ CP Antiques 🏺 A time capsule of quirky collectibles. Cash only under £10! 🌅 Evening Wind-Down Stroll along the Great Ouse River—spot sleepy swans as the sun sets. 🦢✨ #Ely #CambridgeDayTrip #UKHiddenGems