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East Of England

Heybridge Basin Marina – River Chelmer loop from Chigborough Lakes Nature Reserve

Hiking trails & Routes

East Of England

Heybridge Basin Marina – River Chelmer loop from Chigborough Lakes Nature Reserve

Moderate

4.8

(19)

107

hikers

Heybridge Basin Marina – River Chelmer loop from Chigborough Lakes Nature Reserve

04:32

17.9km

40m

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 12, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.76 km

The Jolly Sailor, Heybridge Basin

Highlight • Pub

Juring lockdown, you can order hot food to take away through the window to the left of the main entrance. They'll also fill your water bottle if you're very lucky.

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2

1.81 km

Heybridge Basin Marina

Highlight • Rest Area

Free car park at Heybridge Basin along with two pubs and a cafe for refreshments after your ride.

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3

6.85 km

St Mary the Virgin Church, Maldon

Highlight • Monument

The scene at Maldon's Hythe has been dominated by the church of St Mary the Virgin for hundreds of years. It is believed a church has existed on this site …

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4

7.01 km

Thames Sailing Barge Pudge

Highlight • Structure

Nice place to visit and spend some time.

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5

8.01 km

Byrhtnoth Statue

Highlight • Monument

Nice place to spend time here, sometimes a little bit crowded.

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6

8.89 km

The Hythe Quay (Maldon)

Highlight • Viewpoint

Steep down hill to Queens Head pub, spacious outdoor space.
500m away from main promenade and Public toilets are within area

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7

10.1 km

River Chelmer

Highlight • Trail

Beautiful walks along the river chelmer.
Also visit the town of Maldon.

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8

11.7 km

Beeleigh Weir

Highlight • Natural Monument

Can be muddy in winter when walking to the further falls

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B

17.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.43 km

6.88 km

1.38 km

978 m

128 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.69 km

3.35 km

2.65 km

2.57 km

557 m

< 100 m

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