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East Of England

South Hanningfield

Hanningfield Reservoir – View of the Lake in Essex loop from South Hanningfield

Hiking trails & Routes

East Of England

South Hanningfield

Hanningfield Reservoir – View of the Lake in Essex loop from South Hanningfield

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Hanningfield Reservoir – View of the Lake in Essex loop from South Hanningfield

02:11

8.28km

70m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 19, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

35 m

The White Horse, Ramsden Heath

Highlight • Other

2

1.77 km

Hanningfield Reservoir Causeway

Highlight • Viewpoint

You can enjoy lovely views of Hanningfield Reservoir from this road on the south side. The reservoir is framed by beautiful woodlands and meadows, making it a favourite spot for walkers in the Essex area.

Tip by

3

1.95 km

View of the Water Tank

Highlight • Other

Beautiful view of the water tank

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4

2.11 km

Hanningfield Reservoir

Highlight • Natural

One of the reservoir and wildlife natural reserve of Essex. The scene can be quite dramatic (like in summer of 2018) with a low level of greenish water.

Tip by

5

2.40 km

View of the Lake in Essex

Highlight • Forest

Take a coffee there

Tip by

6

5.70 km

18th Century Dovecote at St Margaret's Church, Downham

Highlight • Monument

Beautiful church dating back from the 13th century.

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B

8.28 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.68 km

2.25 km

344 m

Surfaces

4.69 km

1.87 km

1.22 km

383 m

111 m

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