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Overview

This 5 mile walk will take you along Harley Thorne Lane and continue hugging the wood all the way back to the start. It will be muddy and slippery in parts with a few inclines. It also includes some lane walking, where vigilance will be required.

Sunday, 15 March 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:15 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.5km / 5.3mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 83928 39715
Nearest postcode:
ST4 8SN
what3words:
roof.opera.song
Start time:
10:00 am

The walk will start from the main car park by the water tower in Hanchurch Woods. Approaching via Harley Thorn Lane is recommended to avoid the deep potholes along the track from Drayton Road.

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