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South East Essex Group

We are the South East Essex Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

From Belfairs we take a circular walk before entering the Great Wood. We then head by Road to the hub cafe for a break (30 mins). We walk round Hadleigh park with views over the Thames before heading to scenic Leigh for another break (30mins) (sandwiches or cafe as suits). Afterwards we head back to Belfairs by Road.

Wednesday, 22 January 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Pleasant walking through woods. Some road walking. Occasional rising ground/steps and depending on the weather possibility of mud in places.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 83345 87756
Nearest postcode:
SS9 4QL
Start time:
10:00 am

Follow the park entrance round to the car park by the stables

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking