Whiwis one

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This route (Whittlesey to Wisbech) follows part of the existing and well way-marked Nene Way long distance footpath along easy terrain with no noticeable climbs except the couple of metres to the crest of dykes. The route is accurate and mainly off-road apart from the urban sections at the beginning and end, the relatively busy A47/A141 roundabout at Guyhirn, and pavement-free single track lanes with light but fast traffic on leaving Whittlesey and on the approach to Wisbech. Terrain is mainly engineered surfaces (compacted earth dykes and tarred roads) and so firm and even, although some sections of the dyke were overgrown meaning that these sections had to be walked next to the dyke. Mud/puddles are likely in rainy periods. There are steps (Guyhirn), kissing gates and banks to climb so the route is likely to be difficult with wheelchairs. There is also a prohibition on using "mechanically propelled vehicles" on the dykes.

The scenery is pure fenland: open space mainly ordered by drainage, agriculture and development. There are banks of rushes along Morton's Leam (drain), a reasonable abundance of birds, patches of trees, and a range of colours from wild flowers, foliage and the reflections in the clear waters of Morton's Leam. There are also various phases of development with impressive old streets in Wisbech and historic pumping stations, as well as the unlovely A47 and silt-laden and canalised Nene. Parts are monotonous, but it is a fast walk.

The route takes in some of the prettier parts of Whittlsey as well as an area of new development, joins the dyke north of Decoy Lakes, and continues to the relatively busy roundabout at Guyhirn. There is a pedestrian crossing on the A47 (to Thornley/Peterborough) which allows access to Guyhirn village where the route rejoins the dyke, before dropping down to North Brink (lane) for the final stretch, and passing the Ellgoods Brewery shop on the way in to Wisbech. There is a pub at Guyhirn and several on the way in to Wisbech, but all were closed on an early Tuesday afternoon in June, so take your own supplies.

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