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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.

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  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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Overview

A Varied walk through Woodland and a Country Park to a picnic lunch at Hadleigh Castle and an ice cream stop in Old Leigh (weather permitting), then a climb up to Leigh followed by a walk along the cliff top with estuary views. 

Sunday, 12 May 2024
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
3:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 83332 87722
Nearest postcode:
SS9 4LS
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Start time:
10:15 am

Belfairs Wood Car Park, off Eastwood Road North, on the north side next to the Bowling Club & Stable [OS Exp 175: TQ833876}

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