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Bowers Gifford And North Benfleet

Bowers Marsh – Bowers Marsh RSPB Reserve loop from Bowers Gifford and North Benfleet

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Bowers Gifford And North Benfleet

Bowers Marsh – Bowers Marsh RSPB Reserve loop from Bowers Gifford and North Benfleet

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Bowers Marsh – Bowers Marsh RSPB Reserve loop from Bowers Gifford and North Benfleet

01:22

5.38km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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2.86 km

Bowers Marsh

Highlight • Natural

Part of the RSPB. Bowers Marsh encompasses grassy fields, marshes, lagoons, and wetlands, providing a stunning sanctuary for runs through these diverse natural environments.

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3.02 km

Bowers Marsh is a relatively new RSPB reserve between Pitsea and Benfleet stations. It's home to a lagoon, reedbeds, grasslands and plenty of birdlife. The reserve also features three viewing points and two picnic areas.

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5.38 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.35 km

Surfaces

2.78 km

2.18 km

387 m

Elevation

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Thursday 25 June

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Bowers Marsh – Bowers Marsh RSPB Reserve loop from Bowers Gifford and North Benfleet

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Bowers Marsh RSPB Reserve

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