Rayleigh to Hockley Woods

South East Essex Group

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Overview

A nice walk mainly through woods and fields. We will have a refreshment stop in Hockley Woods where there are toilets available.

Sunday, 7 June 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:30 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Toilets available
Car parking available
No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 81396 91325
Nearest postcode:: SS6 8EG
what3words:: casual.take.frame

Start time:: 10:00 am

Meet Fairview Park car park, Victoria Road, Rayleigh, SS6 8EL.Parking is also available in surrounding roads.

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a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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exclusive discounts from our partners
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