River Chelmer – Beeleigh Weir loop from Maldon
River Chelmer – Beeleigh Weir loop from Maldon
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River Chelmer – Beeleigh Weir loop from Maldon
01:50
7.10km
40m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: April 18, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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170 m
St Mary the Virgin Church, Maldon
Highlight • Monument
Saxon churches were rebuilt by Norman craftsmen after the Conquest and it is recorded that the third church of St Mary Maldon was completed in 1130.
The tower was added in 1300 but collapsed in 1605 also damaging the church. Due to the importance of this landmark to mariners a petition was sent to King Charles I. It was successful and work to rebuild the tower in red brick and repair the damage to the church was completed in 1636.
A beacon was was lit at the top of the tower to guide ships returning home to the Hythe. The addition of the white shingled spire in 1740 further increased the height and visibility to mariners.
Further restoration works were completed in 1886 which included work to a new chancel and north isle. A new roof was added with massive Baltic timbers carrying thousands of tiles from the old roof.
In more recent years the church was enhanced by the addition of a new window in the south wall commemorating the battle of Maldon in 991. In the latter part of 2015, a new pipe organ was installed on the west wall.
Tip by
336 m
Thames Sailing Barge Pudge
Highlight • Structure
Tip by
447 m
The Hythe Quay (Maldon)
Highlight • Viewpoint
500m away from main promenade and Public toilets are within area
Tip by
1.70 km
River Chelmer
Highlight • Trail
Also visit the town of Maldon.
Tip by
1.85 km
View of the River Chelmer
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
3.50 km
Beeleigh Weir
Highlight • Natural Monument
Tip by
3.53 km
Beeleigh Lock
Highlight • River
Tip by
7.10 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.13 km
1.26 km
1.14 km
551 m
Surfaces
3.17 km
2.98 km
460 m
299 m
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