Thaxted (Figure of 8)

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Overview

An attractive walk in the countryside around Thaxted with good views of the Church & Windmill (see 3rd image). The morning walk is 6 miles, with 4.5 miles in the afternoon (starting at 13:30 from the Windmill).

Picnic lunch at the Windmill or eat at one of the pubs or cafes in Thaxted (e.g. The Swan, Star, Maypole, Parrishes)

Friday, 26 July 2024

Start time:: 10:15 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:45 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: TL 61121 31126
Nearest postcode:: CM6 2QN
what3words:: upward.caring.lake

Start time:: 10:15 am

Margaret Street Long Stay Car Park (Free), Thaxted, CM6 2QN -see 2nd image [OS Exp. Map 195: TL611311, w3w: upward.caring.lake] 🚻Toilets in CP

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