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

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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

Meet at the Garrison Church car park, Homefield Road, Colchester for a walk through Friday Woods and over to Abberton Reservoir.

Lunch will be on Layer de la Haye playing field, before returning through Chest Wood and Gosbecks. 

Please bring a packed lunch.

Wednesday, 2 April 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 98356 22516
Nearest postcode:
CO2 9PF
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Start time:
10:00 am

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