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Stowmarket Group

We are the Stowmarket 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 quarterly 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

Leisurely walk around Colchester based on the route published in Ramblers magazine, this is an interesting mix of fields and town centre including the Roman wall so expect hills, steps, marsh and cobbles. We will stop for coffee/apple break at Mercury Theatre (outside seating if you bring your own) at half time. This is a joint walk with Ipswich Ramblers. Catch 9.32 train from Stowmarket or join us rear of Colchester station (exit away from town centre) at 10.02. 

Saturday, 20 April 2024
Start time:
9:32 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
79m / 259ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
TM 05175 58861
Nearest postcode:
IP14 1RQ
what3words:
hospitals.spades.cans
Start time:
9:32 am

Stowmarket Railway Station

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 quarterly 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