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The Old Hall Ely

Cambridge

📍 Ely, CB7 5TN

🚆 Nearest station: · 1.0 mi

🔌 Nearest public charging: · 0.7 mi (Open Charge Map)

The Old Hall Ely

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  • Jacobean manor house set within a historic 3000-acre estate
  • Views of Ely Cathedral and surrounding countryside from rooms
  • Fine dining restaurant using local butchers, fishmongers and greengrocers
  • Exclusive-use venue for weddings and corporate events
  • Rumoured historic tunnel connecting the house to Ely Cathedral
The Old Hall Ely is a luxury Jacobean manor house set within a historic 3000-acre estate just outside Ely in Cambridgeshire, with rooms offering breathtaking views of Ely Cathedral and the surrounding countryside. The house has a rich history, once owned by Oliver Cromwell's mother, and is said to have a rumoured tunnel to the Cathedral. On site, The Orangery restaurant serves fine dining using ingredients from independent local butchers, fishmongers and greengrocers, alongside Sunday lunches and afternoon tea. The venue also hosts exclusive-use weddings and events amid its elegant interiors and grounds. Nearby, you can explore local attractions including The Stained Glass Museum, Ely Museum and the RAF Witchford Display of Memorabilia, with Ely station just a mile away for easy travel.

How far to…

Station
1 miles away

Accommodation on site

  • Rooms and suites

Details taken from the operator's own website on 19 Oct 2026 — check current terms when you book.

Facilities

  • ✓ Restaurant
  • 🔌 EV Charging Nearby
  • 🚆 Near a Train Station

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