Sunny Sunday ramble

South East Essex Group

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Overview

Walk from benfleet station to leigh station along coastal path.

We can pick up a hot drink at the golf range cafe or continue on to old leigh for a pint

Walk will end at leigh but . .

Ramblers could choose to train back to benfleet - ramble Back or head off around 2 tree island etc.

Sunday, 4 January 2026

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

Difficulty:: Easy
Distance:: 6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: linear

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
Dog friendly
Introductory walk
No car needed
Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 77703 85923
Nearest postcode:: SS7 1NF
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Meet outside front of Benfleet railway station

Finishing point

Grid reference:: TQ 83085 85782
Nearest postcode:: SS9 2ET
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Estimated finish time:: 12:30 pm

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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

Join now for just £3.75 per month