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Overview

A walkaround the Colchester Orbital. We will cover many of its green spaces; Highwoods, Distillery and Bourne Ponds as well as Cymbeline Meadows.

Starting and finishing at Colchester station, with an optional pub stop at the end.

Bring a picnic, plenty of water and a sunhat.

Saturday, 10 August 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
21.6km / 13.4mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 99100 26396
Nearest postcode:
CO1 1XD
what3words:
glare.lance.area
Start time:
10:30 am

Meet at the main entrance to colchester station. There is plenty of parking at the there. Please note we meet at the North entrance. Same side as platform 1 & 2 - trains from London/Chelmsford.

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