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Chelmer & Blackwater Group

We are the Chelmer & Blackwater Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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
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Overview

For those who only want to walk one way - Castle Hedingham to Clare (8.5 miles). Flat walk; a mix of good cinder track and footpaths; 2 stiles. 
Please contact Adam (07795 160947) if you want to leave your car in Clare and then be given a lift to the start. Please note: this is by prior arrangement; do not just turn up at the start and expect a lift. 
Pubs, a small cafe and a Coop in Clare    

Monday, 15 January 2024
Start time:
9:15 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 78600 35728
Nearest postcode:
CO9 3DG
what3words:
addicted.robes.glad
Start time:
9:15 am

Park in Bayley St. opposite the castle in Castle Hedingham {the start} or in Clare Country Park {fee payable - coins or Ringo}, Maltings Lane, Clare CO10 8NW {the finish} w3w: admiral.conductor.chatters depending on where you coordinate to leave your car. OS Explorer Map 195 for Hedingham & 210 for Clare

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TL 77057 45162
Nearest postcode:
CO10 8NW
what3words:
admiral.conductor.chatters
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm

By prior arrangement (see earlier) park in Clare Country Park {fee payable}, Maltings Lane, Clare CO10 8NW {the finish} w3w: admiral.conductor.chatters depending on where you coordinate to leave your car.

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