Stow Maries Aerodrome John Guiver Credit Sept 2020

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About

This walk explores the countryside around the hilltop village of Purleigh and provides an opportunity to visit a working vineyard and an historic World War I aerodrome near Stow Maries (check with the respective websites for current opening times). Points 1 to 3 of this walk form part of the long-distance St. Peter’s Way footpath; look out for the distinctive red logo on many of the footpath signposts on this section of the walk.

Facilities

Routes

  • Circular Route
  • Countryside
  • Length of route (miles) - 8.7
  • Moderate Route
  • Typical duration of route - 4hr 15mins

Map & Directions

Purleigh & Stow Maries Aerodrome Walk

Type:Walking Route

Purleigh, Essex, CM3 6QH

What's Nearby

  1. The war memorial at Purleigh stands in the graveyard extension opposite the Grade I…

    0.02 miles away
  2. New Hall Vineyard is an English Wine Producer with around 50 hectares of vines and is one…

    0.43 miles away
  3. A large, well equipped site in a lovely setting on the edge of the village. Car park,…

    0.93 miles away
  1. Well equipped and maintained site in a pleasant setting with views to the north west…

    1.02 miles away
  2. A small church situated on the edge of the village of Cold Norton.

    1.52 miles away
  3. Small wooded area with a pond in St Stephens Road. Picnic table and access for walking.…

    1.6 miles away
  4. Woodstock Farm is a working farm that also offers farm experience days, a petting farm…

    1.7 miles away
  5. The parish church of St Mary and St Margaret is Grade II* Listed. The church chancel was…

    1.73 miles away
  6. Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome is a unique place with a unique history. It is the…

    1.78 miles away
  7. One of the last areas of surviving ancient woodland in the Dengie peninsular. The…

    1.83 miles away
  8. This 5.5 acre reserve consists of the former Stow Maries Halt on the disused Maldon to…

    1.84 miles away
  9. Martin's Lane Vineyard specializes in the production of only the finest quality and…

    1.92 miles away
  10. This 15 acre reserve consists of 1.5 miles of the former Maldon-Woodham Ferrers railway…

    2.13 miles away
  11. Woodham Mortimer Hall is a private home, with no public access. The 15th century hall…

    2.25 miles away
  12. Pretty St Margaret's Church dates from the 12th century, but the majority of the Grade II…

    2.27 miles away
  13. This site consists of two large areas of grass, a large block of ancient woodland and…

    2.27 miles away
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  1. Address

    The Lock House, Heybridge Basin, CM9 4RY

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7712 079764

    Heybridge Basin

    This waterway runs through a largely unspoilt part of rural Essex and connects the county town of Chelmsford with the tidal estuary of the River Blackwater at Heybridge Basin. It is 13.8 miles (22.1 km) long and has 13 locks.

  2. Address

    High Street, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8AA

    Burnham-on-Crouch

  3. Address

    Millfields, Burnham-on-Crouch, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8HS

    Telephone

    01621 854477

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    Overlooking the River Crouch, Burnham’s Riverside Park offers activity and relaxation in equal measure. It is an ideal place for a stroll, a run, a picnic or to take part in some sport.

  4. Address

    Madison Heights, Park Drive, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5JQ

    Telephone

    01621 850222

    Maldon

    Madison Lanes at Madison Heights is a tenpin bowling centre with 12 Ten Pin Bowling lanes. Buffers are available for novice bowlers, and ramps to bowl the ball for people in wheelchairs, so everyone in the family can join in the fun.

    The indoor,…

  5. Address

    Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

    Maldon

    For well over a thousand years, Hythe Quay has been the home to Maldon's maritime community and the gateway to Maldon for vessels arriving from the sea. Linking the award-winning Promenade Park with the pubs, restaurants and shops of Maldon High…

  6. Address

    Promenade Park, Park Drive, Maldon, CM9 5JQ

    Maldon

    One of the highlights of a walk around Promenade Park is to walk along the extension, which stretches out into the water (or the mud) and leads to a seating area at the end. There you can also see at close hand the statue of famous Saxon…

  7. Address

    West Field car park, North Street, Tillingham, CM0 7TP

    Tillingham

    2.73 miles. This gentle walk lets you explore Tillingham, with its pretty village green lined with weatherboarded cottages, and the wide-open expanses of the surrounding Dengie farmland. There's a historic church to investigate, and two historic…

  8. Address

    Blue House Farm Chase, North Fambridge, Essex, CM3 6GU

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1621 862960

    North Fambridge

    Blue House Farm was bought by the Essex Wildlife Trust in 1998 with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund and many other donors.

  9. Address

    The Pier by Priors Boatyard, Quayside, Burnham-on-Crouch, CM0 8AS

    Telephone

    07853 401746

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    New for the 2023 season, Seal Trips Essex offers a variety of cruises aboard Celtic Prince, a refurbished boat carrying up to 10 passengers, with toilet facilities, ample indoor and outdoor seating with a canopy, and the option of snacks and drinks…

  10. Address

    Burnham Library, 103 Station Road, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8HQ

    Telephone

    0345 603 7628

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    Come along to our Block Builders Construction Club and use your imagination to get creative.
    All work will be on display until the following session. Free event no need to book.

  11. Address

    Doe's Corner, Maldon Road, Ulting, CM9 6QH

    Telephone

    01245 380311

    Ulting

    Ernest Doe & Sons country store is not only the place where the district's farmers and contractors can find their parts and professional supplies, but it also has a wealth of products for country living.

  12. Address

    Off Woodrolfe Road, Tollesbury, Essex, CM9 8SE

    Telephone

    01621868113

    Tollesbury

    Walkers along the sea wall at Tollesbury will be fascinated by the large red ship moored on the saltmarshes. This is the Trinity Lightvessel, which was built in 1954 for Trinity House - the organisation which looks after shipping navigation marks…

  13. Address

    East End Road, Bradwell-on-Sea, CM0 7PN

    Bradwell-on-Sea

    The Cockle Spit is a massive and ever-moving bank made from cockle and oyster shells. It's managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust and is visited by a huge number of wading birds. From here you can see concrete barges from the Second World War, used in…

  14. Address

    40 White Horse Lane, Maldon, CM9 5QP

    Telephone

    01621 859444

    Maldon

    As an independent business we can offer you expert knowledge and advice. Whether you need a set of brake pads, a new battery, some seat covers or mats to brighten up your car or even a set of furry dice we can help! Our massive web store contains…

  15. Address

    Promenade Park, Park Drive, Maldon, CM9 5JQ

    Maldon

    Maldon Mosaic, which can be found close the sandy play area at the western end of the lake, was designed by Susan Mason and created with her friends at the Limebrook University of the Third Age to celebrate Maldon and the significant events of 2012,…

  16. Address

    Park Drive, Maldon, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5UR

    Telephone

    01621 851898

    Maldon

    At Blackwater Leisure Centre there is a huge range of activities on offer, including swimming, a gym, and fitness and pool classes, including a well-equipped spinning /indoor cycling studio with a variety of spin classes.

  17. Address

    7 Maldon Road, Great Totham, CM9 8PR

    Telephone

    01621 892721

    Great Totham

    Great Totham Stores & Post Offices is a general convenience store selling magazines and newspapers, greetings cards, off-licence, confectionery and food, including hot snacks, sandwiches and hot and cold drinks to take away. There is also a Post…

  18. Address

    Paper Mill Office, CM9 4RY

    Telephone

    01245 226245

    This waterway runs through a largely unspoilt part of rural Essex and connects the county town of Chelmsford with the tidal estuary of the River Blackwater at Heybridge Basin. It is 13.8 miles (22.1 km) long and has 13 locks.

  19. Address

    Paper Kisses, 70d High Street, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5ET

    Telephone

    01621 858095

    Maldon

    Card Fair Ltd

  20. Address

    Bradwell Village Hall, South Street, Bradwell-on-Sea, CM0 7QJ

    Bradwell-on-Sea

    SALTMARSH COAST WALKING FESTIVAL - 6.5 miles. Spectacular waterside walk taking in one of the district's most important historic sites – the ancient, lonely Chapel of St Peter-on-the-Wall. This easy, level circular walk covers 6.5 miles, much of it…

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