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Perched on the southern edge of the Great Fen, Littleport is one of the largest villages in East Cambridgeshire, located about six miles north of Ely. It occupies a patch of slightly higher ground - historically known as an 'island' - surrounded by the low-lying black soil typical of the Fens. The Great Ouse river borders the village, providing a focal point for local walks and a quiet stretch for boating. Historically, the area was defined by its defiance, famously serving as the site of the 1816 Littleport Riots, and its industrial past is still visible in the architecture of the old shirt factories that once drove the local economy. Today, the village functions as a practical hub with its own railway station providing direct links to Cambridge and London King’s Cross, making it far more accessible than its rural setting might suggest. It retains a straightforward, independent character, supported by a range of essential shops around the central High Street, several primary schools, and a modern leisure centre that serves as a focal point for the community.