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A Christmas Eve escape

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Overview

An easy walk along field boundaries and through Hockley Woods. Paths may be muddy but no trudging across fields!

Wednesday, 24 December 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:45 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Free parking in Victoria Road car park.

The refreshment van may be at the coffee stop but don't rely on it.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 81333 91354
Nearest postcode:
SS6 8EG
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Start time:
10:00 am

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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
Join now for just £3.75 per month
Register for an account for FREE