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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.

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

Leader - Trish Houghton

Park along the approach to the University of Essex on Elmstead Road. Meet on Elmstead Road at the corner of Swan Close. Walk will start from Elmstead Road, through the underpass and along Salary Brook, crossing over fields to Crockleford. Through woods and past Shaw’s farm into Welshwood Park then back along Salary Brook.

Coffee stop at half way point. Easy walking with some inclines and two stiles.

Sunday, 18 February 2024
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 02092 24414
Nearest postcode:
CO4 3AB
what3words:
waving.nail.pill
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