Southend Parks and Gardens

South East Essex Group

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Overview

This will be a minimum mud walk and take in the urban area from Priory Park Southend to Leigh, via Southend Seafront and returning along Prittlebrook.

We will meet in the car park in Priory Park. Walking boots always advisable, however a decent pair of trainers should be okay depending upon the weather.

Bring a snack and drink for elevensees.

There will be time for a lunch time refreshment break in Old Leigh where there are a few pubs and cafes.

Wednesday, 7 January 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:: 85m / 279ft
Type:: circular

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 87480 87213
Nearest postcode:: SS2 6NB
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