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Gun Hill near Stratford St Mary (NB: change of start point)

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Overview

An arresting Constable country walk through either side of the River Stour and passing through Flatford. Picnic lunch at the Parish Church of Stratford St Mary.

Post-recce update 5/11:  will be parking/starting the walk at Gun Hill (not Black Horse) - please car share if possible.  Distance 10.5 mies.

Wednesday, 12 November 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
3:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TM 04127 33357
Nearest postcode:
CO7 6HP
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Start time:
10:15 am

NB: Change of parking. Park in the small lay-by at Gun Hill - the no-through road end - see image/map (car sharing would be a good idea)

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