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Overview

Walking from Paper Mill Lock car park, we walk along the Chelmer canal to Hoe Mill Lock where we have our break. We then continue our walk back through fields and along the canal to Paper Mill Lock. Cafe or Pub at end of Walk.    

Sunday, 31 May 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Paper Mill Lock parking charge is £5 all day.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 77656 08639
Nearest postcode:
CM3 4BS
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Start time:
10:00 am

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