# the beach bens yard, Ely — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Family-focused attraction offering dining options plus the freedom to pack your own picnic, with full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout, plus baby changing rooms. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/ely/attractions/the-beach-bens-yard (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Shopping Mall # the beach bens yard 1 Bens Yard [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12935771169323533820&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Ben's Yard](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/103999543197262443175) **In short:** the beach bens yard is a shopping mall in Ely, rated 3.8 out of 5 from 613 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About the beach bens yard Family-focused attraction offering dining options plus the freedom to pack your own picnic, with full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout, plus baby changing rooms. ## What's nearby - The Cafe At Ben's Yard next door - The Hair and Beauty Company next door - Ben's Yard parkrun, Ely 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Toilets Onsite Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Changing ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Sean Perkins](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108748253619356836432/reviews) ★★★★★ The parking was fine and there was a fair on. Unsure if it's because of our timing, but the gluten-free options on the cafe menu were three pastry options (crumble, flabjack, and brownie) with no savory items. They billed the vegan options as gluten-free, but the two terms are not the same thing so we couldn't trust it. The farm shop wasn't much better. If you're coeliac, it might be best to skip this one. If you're not, the cheese scone was one of the best I've had. · via Google [Steve Hall](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109731043984335090923/reviews) ★★★★★ We spent the day at Ben's Beach Party. As the weather was hot it was a great day with a large sand pit (bring bucket and spade), two splash areas (remember to bring swimming kit) and lots of other free stuff for the kids to do. Probably best for younger kids. There are benches with shade and deckchairs. Bring a picnic and make a day of it. · via Google [Ben Morris](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105203968252665064373/reviews) ★★★★★ What a great place! Popped in for a lunch and didn’t leave disappointed. Food was lovely and fresh with a good choice. Couldn’t resist getting a cake either as they looked amazing! Planning on making the time to head back there again very soon to try the full menu! Would definitely recommend this place if you haven’t tried before. Friendly staff, spacious and clean. · via Google [Valentina Adina](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101514708205208906910/reviews) ★★★★★ A good place to spend a day with the kids, at “the beach” opposite at the Ben’s yard. The food and drinks are expensive but you can have your own food/picnic. The paddle pool is nice for the kids and is 3£ The riders have different prices, but you can buy the wristband and that can cover all the rides. Nice place, recommend · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47d8136286a9fe45:0xb38517578344c5fc!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) People say this place offers a great cafe with good coffee and a decent assortment of sweet and savory items, a fantastic farm shop with a good selection of fresh meat, and a large, well-maintained play area for kids. Other reviews mention many shops can be empty and prices can be very expensive. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Stuntney, Estate, ELY, CB7 5TR [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.3736211%2C0.2914964) **Category** Sightseeing & Attractions **Guest rating** 3.8 / 5 (613 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 2+ **Setting** Outdoor **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Ely [More attractions in Ely](https://staycation.co.uk/ely/attractions) ★ 3.8 (613 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.thebeachbensyard.com?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01353000000](tel:01353000000) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Ely **Postcode** CB7 5TR **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9F4297FR+CH [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47d8136286a9fe45:0xb38517578344c5fc!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d8136286a9fe45:0xb38517578344c5fc!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d8136286a9fe45:0xb38517578344c5fc!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Ely Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Allow more than five hours, so most of a day. ### Is the beach bens yard indoors or outdoors? the beach bens yard is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is the beach bens yard suitable for? the beach bens yard is best for ages 2+. ### Is the beach bens yard wheelchair accessible? the beach bens yard has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at the beach bens yard? Yes: free car park, paid car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact the beach bens yard? Call the beach bens yard on 01353000000. ## More near the beach bens yard ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Old Hall Ely ★ 4.8 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ely/hotels/the-old-hall-ely) - [Riverside Inn ★ 4.3 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ely/hotels/riverside-inn) - [Peacocks Tearoom and Fine B&B ★ 5.0 · 1.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ely/hotels/peacocks-tearoom-and-fine-bb) - [The Royal Standard ★ 4.2 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ely/hotels/the-royal-standard) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Vine & Vineyard’s - Vineyard’s Apartment 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-cambridgeshire/cottages/vine-vineyard-s-vineyard-s-apartment-uk36748) - [The Hoist 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-cambridgeshire/cottages/the-hoist-syk997878) - [Vine & Vineyard’s - Vine 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-cambridgeshire/cottages/vine-vineyard-s-vine-uk51860) - [Cathedral View Farmhouse 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-cambridgeshire/cottages/cathedral-view-farmhouse-uk47645) ### Campsites nearby - [Sherwood Farm ★ 4.9 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ely/camping/sherwood-farm) - [Two Acres Caravan and Camping ★ 2.9 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ely/camping/two-acres-caravan-and-camping) - [Hatters Meadows ★ 4.8 · 3.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ely/camping/hatters-meadows) - [Meadow View Camping and Caravan Site ★ 3.8 · 3.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ely/camping/meadow-view-camping-and-caravan-site) ### Things to do nearby - [Ben's Yard ★ 3.8 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/ely/attractions/ben-s-yard) - [Ely Cathedral ★ 4.7 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ely/attractions/ely-cathedral) - [The Stained Glass Museum ★ 4.6 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ely/attractions/the-stained-glass-museum) - [The Hive Leisure Centre ★ 4.0 · 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cambridge/attractions/the-hive-leisure-centre)