Moorings at Tollesbury, Paula Freeman

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A fascinating walk around Tollesbury and the surrounding marshes. This walk has plenty of stunning views, historic sites and bird-watching opportunities! Tollesbury nowadays is a renowned sailing venue so keep an eye out for passing vessels on the water! You might also spot some of the locations used during the filming of ITV’s 2017 thriller ‘Liar’.

Facilities

Routes

  • Circular Route
  • Coastal
  • Countryside
  • Length of route (miles) - 6.5 or 10
  • Moderate Route
  • Typical duration of route - 2hr 15mins or 3hr 25mins

Map & Directions

Tollesbury & Old Hall Marshes - Self-Guided Walk No. 4.4 / 4.5

Type:Guided Walking

Tollesbury, Essex, CM9 8QU

What's Nearby

  1. Tollesbury War Memorial stands in the churchyard of St Mary the Virgin, a beautiful Grade…

    0.04 miles away
  2. St Mary the Virgin is a beautiful Grade II* Listed church in the village of Tollesbury.…

    0.04 miles away
  3. Tollesbury's little prison was opened in 1700 and was in operation for around a century…

    0.04 miles away
  1. WhimbrelArt in Tollesbury is a gallery specialising in the work of local artists and…

    0.05 miles away
  2. Tollesbury Congregational Church has served the village since 1803.

    0.08 miles away
  3. This is a large, open site with good views across the Blackwater Estuary towards St…

    0.11 miles away
  4. One of Essex Wildlife Trust's best reserves. A large (600 acres) tract of ancient grazing…

    0.62 miles away
  5. Walkers along the sea wall at Tollesbury will be fascinated by the large red ship moored…

    0.92 miles away
  6. An opportunity to see an abundance of coastal wetland bird species in their natural…

    0.95 miles away
  7. This is a large open site on the edge of the village with views to the south towards the…

    1.78 miles away
  8. A blue plaque marks D'Arcy House as the home of famous novelist Margery Allingham who…

    1.88 miles away
  9. In the middle of the road junction in Tolleshunt D'Arcy stands the village maypole, one…

    1.89 miles away
  10. St Nicholas Church is Grade I listed. Its churchyard extension, a little way up the road,…

    1.91 miles away
  11. St Lawrence Bay, also known as Stone, is undoubtedly the most beautiful beach in the…

    2.67 miles away
  12. This 12th century Grade II* Listed church is now owned by the nearby Orthodox Monastery…

    2.8 miles away
  13. Bradwell Marina, on the Blackwater Estuary is ideally situated for exploring the river,…

    2.85 miles away
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  1. Address

    The Square, Church Street, Tollesbury, CM9 8QJ

    Tollesbury

    Tollesbury's little prison was opened in 1700 and was in operation for around a century as a holding cell for accused prisoners and as a lock-up for drunken locals. Sometimes called The Cage, the tiny building can be found by the churchyard wall of…

  2. Address

    86 Station Road, Burnham, CM0 8HF

    Telephone

    07989 744869

    Burnham

    Contemporary jewellery and craft gallery, showing the work of designer/makers from across the UK, in Burnham-on-Crouch. 

    Ceramics, jewellery, art prints, watercolour paintings and more. Bespoke jewellery and jewellery making classes available.

  3. Address

    Chelmsford Road, Purleigh, Essex, CM3 6PN

    Telephone

    01621 828343

    Purleigh

    The Cellar Shop offers a wide range of wines made from New Hall grapes, starting from £13.50 a bottle. These include Barons Lane White, a crisp, dry, fruit-driven white wine; Barons Lane Red, full of black cherry and bramble fruit and Barons Rose,…

  4. Address

    Mayland Hill, Mayland, Essex, CM3 6DZ

    Telephone

    01621 742596

    Mayland

    St Barnabas Church is located a short drive away from the residential area of the village with spectacular views of the neighbouring farms and fields. The church is nestled in a well kept churchyard with six Commonwealth War Graves, and many…

  5. Address

    Tollesbury Road, Tolleshunt D'Arcy, Maldon, CM9 8UB

    Telephone

    07483 325853

    Tolleshunt D'Arcy

    This is a large open site on the edge of the village with views to the south towards the Blackwater Estuary. There is an outdoor gym consisting of twelve exercise stations including a cross trainer, leg press and sit up bench.

  6. Address

    Bradwell Waterside, Bradwell-on-Sea, Essex, CM0 7QY

    Telephone

    01621 776256

    Bradwell-on-Sea

    Get on the water with Essex Outdoors for a Sailing Experience Day on the River Blackwater Estuary. Whether you want to learn the ropes and try your hand at helming or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the stunning surroundings, the choice is yours.…

  7. Address

    New Moor Farm, Tillingham Road, Southminster, Essex, CM0 7DS

    Telephone

    07703 577523

    Southminster

    Thorogood's asparagus has a reputation for being some of the most delicious in the country, and each year there's a short season when you can buy the freshest possible asparagus straight from the farm.

  8. Address

    The Street, Little Totham, Maldon, CM9 8JG

    Telephone

    01621 891363

    Little Totham

    This large site is registered common land. It is mainly rough grassland with some areas of blackthorn scrub.

  9. Address

    99 Wood Road, Heybridge, Essex, CM9 4AS

    Telephone

    01621 857592

    Heybridge

    The Flower Patch is an established florist on the High Street in Maldon.

  10. Address

    The Quay, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8AX

    Telephone

    01621 782105

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    Architecturally listed yacht club offering magnificent views of the River Crouch. Racing for day boats and dinghies, training for cadets and optimists - strong Junior Club. Large restaurant and bar with terrace. Visiting yachtsmen welcome.

  11. Address

    Plume Building, Market Hill, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4PZ

    Telephone

    01621 854850

    Maldon

    Founded in 1704 this historic library still houses Thomas Plume’s books and his small collection of paintings.

  12. Address

    Little Braxted Lane, Little Braxted, Essex, CM8 3EU

    Little Braxted

    St. Nicholas in Little Braxted is one of the smallest churches in Essex and was built in the early 12th century. It is richly and beautifully decorated throughout.

  13. Address

    83-85 Washington Road, Maldon, CM9 6JE

    Telephone

    01621 854835

    Maldon

    Friendly convenience store with wines and beers, cold soft drinks, a good selection of groceries and everyday essentials plus sweets and chocolates.

  14. Address

    Hackman's Lane, Purleigh, Essex, CM3 6RN

    Telephone

    01245 329358

    Purleigh

    Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome is a unique place with a unique history. It is the largest known surviving group of RFC buildings on a WWI aerodrome which was not adapted for further military use later in its history.

  15. Address

    Upper Plume school artificial pitch, Fambridge Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6AB

    Telephone

    01621854477

    Maldon

    Run by Simon and Ben from our community health and wellbeing team, Walking Football is open to men aged 50+ and costs just £1 per player, per session.

    Each session aims to encourage people over the age of 50 to get back into football, currently we…

  16. Address

    Tiptree Road, Great Braxted, Witham, CM8 3EE

    Telephone

    01621 892821

    Great Braxted

    This attractive hilltop site, surrounded by hedges and mature oak trees, offers views towards Witham and the central Essex plain and is now the site of a new playground. Play equipment includes imaginative and accessible play equipment, including…

  17. Address

    Hester Place, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8SA

    Telephone

    01621 854477

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    Small site accessible on foot from Hester Place or The Pippins.
    Enclosed children's play site, kickabout area, basketball net, wildlife area.

  18. Address

    Station Rd, Southminster, Essex, CM10 7EW

    Telephone

    01621 772300

    Southminster

    Parts of this historic parish church are nearly 1000 years old, dating back to about 1100 AD. In modern times it has become a vibrant community church hosting a number of activities such as concerts and art displays.

  19. Address

    Chigborough Road, Heybridge, Essex, CM9 4RE

    Telephone

    01621 857368

    Heybridge

    Welcome to Chigborough Fisheries, we are a 53 acre complex of lakes catering for both Trout and Coarse Anglers situated just 40 Miles from London.

  20. Address

    Purleigh, Essex, CM3 6QH

    Purleigh

    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

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