A linear estuary and coastal walk in Essex. We start at Benfleet and finish at Southend-on-Sea with good views all the way. We pass through Hadleigh Downs Country Park, Hadleigh Castle, Leigh-on-Sea, Westcliff and finally along the coast ending at Southend on Sea where there is an optional meal before returning on the train to London. There will be opportunities to stop along the way for refreshments and toilets, but bring a picnic.
Train at 1019 from Fenchurch Street Station which is a short walk from Tower Hill tube (D&C line). If you arrive just before 1015 this allows Freedom Pass and Oyster 60+ users to board the tube after 0900. Get a return to Southend from Upminster (Zone 6 boundary) if using a Freedom Pass or Oyster 60+. Take the 1019 train to Southend and get off at Benfleet - arrives at 1058. The return journey is on the same line from Southend Central.