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Joining Colchester's Green Spaces

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Hike Essex Group

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Overview

11 mile walk linking Colchester's green spaces. Starting at Colchester train station. Then going through Highwood's Country Park, Parson's Heath, Distellery Pond Bourne Mill and then back through the Castle Park.

This shows off Colchester's beautiful green spaces.

Bring a picnic.

Saturday, 24 February 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular
Website:
https://explore.osmaps.com/route/20046625/colchester-green-spaces-2?lat=51.893183&lon=0.889994&zoom=13.1174&style=Leisure&type=2d

It is an urban walk so there are quite a few busy roads to cross.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 99100 26396
Nearest postcode:
CO1 1XD
what3words:
glare.lance.area
Start time:
10:00 am

Meet outside the main entrance to Colchester Main train station. Car parking available

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE