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Chelmer & Blackwater Group

We are the Chelmer & Blackwater 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
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Overview

Fields, tracks, and lanes to Purleigh. Picnic lunch at the Church and drink at the Bell Pub. Stiles and kissing gates, some sections of undulating terrain; panoramic views.

Wednesday 25 June 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
3:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:
158.8m / 521ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 81604 97619
Nearest postcode:
CM3 5WA
what3words:
rift.attic.interests
Start time:
10:15 am

Saltcoats Park Car Park (SWF Cricket & Rugby Club) CM3 5WA [OS Exp Map 175: TQ817976]

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