Information for Coach Drivers

We would like to give you a warm welcome to Ely and we understand that practical information in regards to your coach trip is crucial. One of Ely’s great advantages is that is so easy to get around. All the attractions, city centre, shopping facilities and riverside are within close walking distance from each other. Attractions such as Oliver Cromwell’s House even offer free admission to coach drivers to accompany their groups during their booked guided tour or any guided walking tour of Ely.

Ely’s city centre can easily be reached via the A10 Cambridge – King’s Lynn and by following the brown visitors signs upon reaching your destination. We encourage coach drivers to use the ‘Drop Off’ / “Pick Up” point in front of the Cathedral (map reference The Gallery CB7 4DB) where you can find a designated bay for coaches. Please be aware that this bay is limited to a 15 minutes stay. Public toilets are within close proximity to the drop off point.

From the drop of point it is only a short drive to the long stay coach car park on Barton Road Car Park (postcode  CB7 4DX). Coach car parking is free and restricted to a 23 hours stay. The toilet facilities on Barton Road Car Park are open between 8 am – 5.15 pm and offer standard facilities, disabled access (RADAR lock) and baby changing facilities.

If you are interested in arranging a guided tour or would like some assistance in planning your day, please contact our Tours Administrator and let us know which tour/tours you are interested in. If you wish to tailor or combine one or more of the tours to suit your specific requirements, please give us full details of what you would like. You can use our online enquiry form to send us the information, or alternatively you can telephone us on 01353 662062 or fax us on 01353 668518.