There are three brilliant cities to have a break in the East of England by train. You’re used to living in one of the world’s greatest cities, a throbbing metropolis with a population of around 10 million people. Wait until you experience Norwich in Norfolk, Cambridge and Ely – this is as UNLONDON as you can get and still be in a city!
What makes East of England’s cultural cities so special?
They’re not London! As great as the capital is, Norwich, Cambridge and Ely offer something completely different. All three have their own quirks and unique points, but all three have some things in common – they’re small and compact, easily walkable, all have riverside walks, and they all have fabulous historical sights, great shopping and markets, superb local food and drink to try, and a range of cultural activities.
Accessing East of England’s cultural cities by train from London
Norwich, Cambridge and Ely are all easily accessible from train from London. What are you waiting for? In just a couple of hours you could be completely UNLONDON.
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FAQs about cultural cities by train from London
Norwich, Cambridge and Ely all have great independent shops with local markets – enjoy walking cobbled, historic streets and perusing for a bargain or two.
Norwich, Cambridge and Ely have their own unique offers – Norwich is the best preserved medieval city in the UK with great theatres, museums and galleries; Cambridge is one of the world’s best-know university cities with renowned museums and colleges; Ely is England’s smallest city with majestic cathedral that’s doubled up as Westminster Abbey in hit films and TV programmes.
Give yourself at least two nights so you get one full day to enjoy Norwich, Cambridge or Ely from sunrise to sunset and beyond. Norwich and Cambridge have great night life.
Yes, it’s advisable. Take the hassle out of your break by booking in advance and letting the train take the strain.
Yes, they are. Norwich, Cambridge and Ely are all very walkable, with small city centres that are packed with things to do, and all with lovely riverside walks and place to relax and kick back.