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South East Essex Group

We are the South East Essex 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

We meet at Two Tree Island (the trees fell down some years ago) and walk up to

Hadleigh Castle. After taking in the view we move onto the Hub Cafe for a break.

We then make our way down through the woods to the sea wall returning to the Island. Good views over the Estuary.

Wednesday, 6 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:45 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

A little rising descending ground. A break at the hub. Bring a snack/drink if you wish or buy at the cafe.

In the event of extreme heat bring extra water. I will shorten the route if necessary.

Accessible from Leigh Station. 

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 82458 85325
Nearest postcode:
SS9 2GB
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Start time:
10:00 am

Two Tree Island, the first car park on the left after the bridge. Accessible from Leigh on Sea railway station.

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