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Traditional Thatched House – Houghton Mill loop from St Ives

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Traditional Thatched House – Houghton Mill loop from St Ives

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4.5

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Traditional Thatched House – Houghton Mill loop from St Ives

02:56

11.5km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.10 km

Houghton Mill National Trust Café

Highlight • Cafe

Houghton Mill National Trust cafe. Outside seating NO toilets, tea expensive, limited menu. OK but better stops in Houghton and St Ives.

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6.61 km

Houghton Mill

Highlight • Historical Site

This is the last remaining working watermill on the River Great Ouse. A mill has been here for nearly 1,000 years and is currently cared for by the National Trust. …

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8.57 km

Houghton Meadows Nature Reserve

Highlight • Trail

Made up of five fields, Houghton Meadows Nature Reserve is a gorgeous place for a stroll. Spring and summer are the best times to wander along the ancient hay meadows …

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8.82 km

The Thicket Entrance from St Ives

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Thicket is a narrow, steep bank of Ash and Field Maple woodland. There's a beautiful variety of flora to discover here such as Sweet violet and King Alfred's Cakes, and some wonderful bird species too, including the Green Woodpecker.

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11.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.37 km

2.21 km

2.14 km

1.89 km

1.71 km

152 m

Surfaces

3.61 km

3.10 km

2.24 km

2.07 km

435 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Saturday 23 May

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