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We are the Colchester 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

Meet at outside The Cherry Tree (previously a pub), Blackheath, Colchester for a circular walk to Donyland Woods and Friday Woods. 

Street parking available in Ash Grove (CO2 0BQ) or Chestnut Avenue (CO2 0AL).

Bring a flask and snack for coffee break.

Sunday, 19 October 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
TM 00537 21670
Nearest postcode:
CO2 0AW
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Start time:
10:00 am

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