Runwell to Hanningfield

South East Essex Group

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Overview

Circular walk from Runwell playing fields to South Hanningfield, across farm land with some walking on country lanes.

Stunning views of Essex from ordanance survey triangulation point near Hanningfield at 80m elevation.

Stiles along route.

Wednesday, 24 June 2026

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

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 7.6km / 4.7mi
Ascent:: 80m / 262ft
Type:: circular

Start/end point not far from refreshments at local pub (The Quart Pot)

Assistance dogs only.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 75331 94710
Nearest postcode:: SS11 7JG
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Car Park at Playing Fields off Church End Lane, Runwell. SS11 7JG. vines.pushed.quick

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