It’s unfortunate that a number of the area’s major visitor attractions are either difficult or impossible to access by public transport. Over the years a number of attempts have been made to address this, and here – for a limited period only at this stage – is another one.
The Welney Wetland Centre – thanks to a grant from Greater Anglia’s Customer and Community Improvement Fund – is providing two journeys a day from Ely railway station, operating on Tuesdays and Saturdays only until the end of November. Not only is the bus free to use, but the WWC is also offering a 10% discount in its shop and cafe to those who have arrived by bus.
Departures are at 11.00 and 12.00 from Ely, and visitors get just over 3 hours at the Centre before having to catch their return service.
Minibuses are provided by FACT Community Transport.
One CABU member who travelled on the 11.00 on its first day of operation earlier this week summed up the experience as “an excellent service leading to an enjoyable day out”. The period of operation should make it ideal for those wishing to catch migratory birds as they arrive at Welney – swans in particular, of course.
Bookings are advised – those who have booked in advance are guaranteed seats, whereas those who just turn up on the day may be disappointed.
More background about the service is available from the Welney Wetland Centre website.
Bookings and practical information are available here.
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