Boats at Tollesbury, James Crisp

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This spectacular walk explores the historic village of Tollesbury with its bustling marina, historic lightvessel and interesting centre. Passing wildlife-rich saltmarshes, traditional sail lofts, an open-air lido and a village lock-up, this slightly longer walk is packed with sights.

 

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Tollesbury Saltmarsh Stroll - Self-Guided Walk No. 4.1

Type:Guided Walking

Woodrolfe Road Car Park, Tollesbury, CM9 8SE

What's Nearby

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

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

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

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

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

    0.46 miles away
  3. Tollesbury War Memorial stands in the churchyard of St Mary the Virgin, a beautiful Grade…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    3.02 miles away
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  1. Address

    57 High Street, Maldon, CM9 5PF

    Telephone

    01621 731110

    Maldon

    Kate Lifestyle is a Maldon based beauty salon specialising in beauty, skincare, hair and nails. We offer a vast range of treatments including nail art, waxing, eyelash extensions and more. We provide top notch hair, beauty, nail art & gentlemen…

  2. Address

    West Maldon Community Centre, Sunbury Way, Maldon, CM9 6YH

    Maldon

    2.6 miles. This short Walk it Local route is an easy stroll starting close to Maldon town centre, but taking in the lovely Maldon Wick Nature Reserve and part of the disused railway line. Depending on the season you might see rare butterflies,…

  3. Address

    Tollesbury Marina, Woodrolfe Rd, Tollesbury, Essex, CM9 8SE

    Telephone

    01621 869561

    Tollesbury

    Situated in the heart of one of the friendliest marinas on the East Coast facilities at this club include a restaurant and bar, swimming pool and tennis courts.

  4. Address

    Blue House Farm Nature Reserve car park, Blue House Farm Chase, North Fambridge, Essex, CM3 6GU

    North Fambridge

    3.1 miles. This walk has a bit of everything – the river Crouch, boats galore, an historic pub and farmland. All within the confines of the village of North Fambridge. Enjoy a walk along the seawall, with houseboats, barges and commercial river…

  5. Address

    Chigborough Road, Heybridge, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4RD

    Telephone

    01621 862960

    Maldon

    An area of worked-out flooded gravel pits to the north of the River Blackwater. It has a variety of habitats including Willow Carr, open water, small ponds and marshy areas, rough grassland, and willow and hawthorn scrub.

  6. Address

    Fambridge Road, Althorne, Essex, CM3 6BY

    Althorne

    St Andrew's is a Grade II listed building with a tower dating back to around 1500, although it is in need of restoration and funds are being raised. It has a modern church hall available for hire.

  7. Address

    West Chase, Maldon, CM9 6HN

    Maldon

    This Grade II Listed private home (not open to the public) was built in 1880 as a mansion for John Granger Sadd of the famous Maldon Sadd family. His daughter, suffragette and women's rights activist Myra Sadd Brown lived there and is commemorated…

  8. Address

    Station House, Station Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4LQ

    Maldon

    Maldon East and Heybridge railway station served the town of Maldon and nearby village of Heybridge between 1848 and 1964.

  9. Address

    Landbreach Ltd, Downs Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HT

    Telephone

    07766480793

    Maldon

    From May 2023. This traditional pleasure boat was built locally in 1947 and, following a complete restoration, is once again offering trips around the estuary. Moored at the ‘little blue jetty’, the Viking Saga is the best way to view both the Hythe…

  10. Address

    London Heys Farm, Latchingdon, Essex, CM3 6LQ

    Telephone

    01621 740282

    Latchingdon

    A small community theatre and auditorium, home of the Latchingdon Amateur Dramatic Society (LADS) as well as other local events. Set in a real farmyard barn with tractors.

  11. Address

    Wickham Bishops Village Hall, Snows Corner, Wickham Bishops, CM8 3JZ

    Wickham Bishops

    2.96 miles. This walk explores three pretty villages in the north of the district - Wickham Bishops, Little Braxted and Great Totham. Taking in tree-lined lanes and footpaths, this gently undulating walk is a great introduction to this part of the…

  12. Address

    Promenade Park, Park Drive, Maldon, CM9 5HN

    Maldon

    SALTMARSH COAST WALKING FESTIVAL - 1.6 miles. A circular self-guided walk starting and finishing at Maldon's Promenade Park, taking in traditional boatyards and maritime industry, historic buildings and the bustling high street. The walk is all on…

  13. Address

    The Warren Golf & Country Club, Woodham Walter, Essex, CM9 6RW

    Telephone

    01245 223258

    Woodham Walter

    The Estate boasts superb golf courses, a welcoming clubhouse, beautiful barn style wedding venue, luxury lodge accommodation and Health Club.

  14. Address

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

    Telephone

    01621 782044

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    This prestigious yacht club overlooks the River Crouch and is open all year 7 days a week. It has an active junior section, an affiliated rowing club and visiting yachtsmen are always welcome.

  15. Address

    Wick Road, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8LU

    Telephone

    01621 782128

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    Adjoining the River Crouch, the farm offers a permissive access trail with information boards featuring details of ancient crop marks, salt extraction and wildlife. The circular route takes you through the farm returning via the sea wall.

  16. Address

    Vicarage Lane , Tillingham , Southminster, CM0 7TW

    Telephone

    01621 779584

    Tillingham

    Car park, public toilets, football pitch, cricket pitch, bowls club, sports pavilion, enclosed children's play site and youth shelter.

  17. Address

    Seaview Parade, End of North Drive, Maylandsea, Essex, CM3 6EL

    Telephone

    01621 740300

    Maylandsea

    Situated on Lawling Creek off the Blackwater Estuary the HBSC caters for dinghy and cruiser owners, racers and pleasure sailors, beginners and experts.

  18. Address

    Basin Road, Heybridge Basin, CM9 4RJ

    Telephone

    07950 636 660

    Heybridge Basin

    The little church building behind the bus shelter in Heybridge Basin began life during World War 1, as an Armstrong Hut, used as the Sergeants’ Mess hut on Goldhanger Airfield. This airfield was first used as a night landing ground by the Royal…

  19. Address

    Units 7 & 8, Station Industrial Estate, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8RW

    Telephone

    01621 782874

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    Let’s Go Bonkers is East Essex’s most exciting and professionally designed premier indoor children’s soft play studio, featuring two uniquely designed multilevel play studios, which has something for everyone.

  20. Address

    30 High Street, Maldon, CM9 5PJ

    Telephone

    01621 927200

    Maldon

    Independent boutique selling women's fashion, lifestyle items and accessories, along with gifts, childrenswear and menswear.

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