Ely Leg meets in Ely on the evening of the Tuesday before Easter, and walks for three days, before meeting the other groups in Walsingham. Ely Leg's route runs from Ely, through Downham Market and Harpley to Walsingham, a total distance of about 62 miles (compared with 120-130 for most Legs). This route follows an ancient pilgrim way, and along the way we are greeted (and fed) by many friendly locals.

Ely Leg was first walked in 1996, and is primarily designed to meet the needs of those who are working, or for any other reason are unable to take the time to walk for a full week. Ely Leg has the widest age range of walkers attracting pilgrims ranging from former Peg Leg walkers to the more mature (i.e. retired). At present the youngest age to qualify is 12 years old, but all under-18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.