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Overview

The walk via country lanes and footpaths takes us along the GHQ Line housing numerous pillboxes of which there are 3 different types including an artillery version designed to house a six-pounder gun

Tuesday, 17 February 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
7.2km / 4.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

As always please patronise the pub - preordering your lunch before the walk is preferable 

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 69892 17226
Nearest postcode:
CM3 1BU
what3words:
pushy.pacifist.rapport
Start time:
10:00 am

The Compasses Pub Littley Green, North of Chelmsford Please park opposite the pub

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