How to get toOliver Cromwell’s Housecar-free

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Visit Oliver Cromwell’s House car-free

Visit by bus for just £3 each way. Most buses in England are offering £3 single fares until March 2027. Our journey planner will show you if your route is included, or you can find a full list of participating operators and routes here.

It’s easy to visit Oliver Cromwell’s House car-free as it’s 15 minutes from Ely train station.

There are direct trains to Ely from London King’s Cross (70 mins), Norwich (50 mins), Cambridge (15 mins), the Midlands and Stansted Airport. When you travel by train, and Ely PlusBus ticket gives you unlimited local bus travel.

There are also buses to Ely from Newmarket (bus 112) and other local areas.

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About Oliver Cromwell’s House

Oliver Cromwell once lived in this half-timbered house close to Ely cathedral. The east wing dates back to the thirteenth century and the house itself has an interesting history with several rooms devoted to a museum about the man who ruled England after the execution of Charles I.

For any queries about visiting contact Oliver Cromwell’s House on 01353 662062 or [email protected]

Address: Oliver Cromwell's House 29 St Mary's Street, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4HF. Visit Website

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Covid-19

We live on a beautiful island and there’s no better way to explore it than by train, bus, bike and foot. But, at this exceptional time, please follow current advice to stay at home and avoid non-essential travel in England. Separate travel rules apply in Wales and Scotland.

We look forward to helping you enjoy great days out and more car-free adventures in the future.