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We are the Colchester Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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

Overview

A walk from the Church in Lawford, via Flatford Mill and Dedham Village, joining the Essex Way for the return. We will have two stiles to cross at the railway line, where extra care will need to be taken.

Car park is at Lawford Church car park at the top of Church Hill.

Please bring a snack and drink for our break at Dedham.

Wednesday, 6 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
10.6km / 6.6mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
TM 08831 31533
Nearest postcode:
CO11 2JX
what3words:
lemmings.furniture.merit
Start time:
10:00 am

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