Galleywood Common, Horse and Groom (Figure of 8)

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Overview

Morning (10:15) and afternoon (starting 13:30) walks are both about 5 miles through fine countryside. One via Hylands Park and the other via Baddow Park. Toilets at Horse & Groom available at start.

Lunch at pub (or picnic on the Common)

Bus stop at the Eagle on Stock Road (B1007) about 1/3 mile walk away, served by several routes including 13's and 300, C1 and C7.

Friday, 3 October 2025

Start time:: 10:15 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.facebook.com/HorseandGroomGalleywood/

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:: TL 70075 02916
Nearest postcode:: CM2 8PL
what3words:: plastic.soon.importers

Start time:: 10:15 am

Horse and Groom PH car park

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