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This undulating walk explores the pretty village of Woodham Walter and its nearby woodland, known as The Wilderness, plus a visit to the scenic Hoe Mill Lock with its canal boats and wildlife.

 

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Woodham Walter Wilderness - Walk it Local

Type:Themed Trail

Bell Meadow, The Street, Woodham Walter, CM9 6RF

What's Nearby

  1. This is a steeply sloping site with a relatively flat area at the top of the site. The…

    0.08 miles away
  2. Built in 1563, St Michael's is the sole Elizabethan church in Essex and one of only six…

    0.09 miles away
  3. War memorials in the village of Woodham Walter include a Memorial Shelter, a Memorial…

    0.32 miles away
  1. This site is part of a large network of nature reserves that make up the Danbury Ridge…

    0.8 miles away
  2. All Saints Church stands in a picturesque setting on the River Chelmer. It is Grade II*…

    1.07 miles away
  3. A small, attractive site surrounded by mature hedgerows. Car park, small hall, football…

    1.23 miles away
  4. Inspirational private garden open for charity.

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

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

    1.37 miles away
  7. Rickett's Lock and Gates is a Grade II listed site serving watercraft travelling along…

    1.59 miles away
  8. Maldon Cemetery dates back to 1855 and the older parts of the cemetery are both havens…

    1.97 miles away
  9. Three acres of riverside gardens in a picturesque and historic setting dating from the…

    2.02 miles away
  10. By appointment. Beeleigh mill was a large flour mill on the river Chelmer near Maldon,…

    2.07 miles away
  11. The Mighty Oak Brewing Co Ltd was founded in Essex in 1996 before finding a home in…

    2.08 miles away
  12. Housed in a former water pumping station, the museum has a fascinating collection of…

    2.11 miles away
  13. Remains of an ancient Leper Hospital said to have been founded in 1164 by Henry II.

    2.17 miles away
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  1. Address

    Sunbury Way, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6YQ

    Telephone

    01621 854477

    Maldon

    This site consists of two large areas of grass, a large block of ancient woodland and buffer strips of shrubs and trees.
    Large car park, modern and well equipped community centre, enclosed children's play site, kickabout area and seating.

  2. Address

    Althorne Recreation Ground car park, Burnham Road, Althorne, CM3 6BY

    Althorne

    2.3 miles. Althorne sits on the southern ridge of low hills on the Dengie Peninsula; so you can glimpse both the Blackwater and the Crouch rivers on this gentle walk. Look out too for the grapes growing in the many vineyards that benefit from the…

  3. Address

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

    Telephone

    01621854477

    Maldon

    A brand-new project on the back of the success that the Lionesses' achieved during 2022.

    The sessions are run by Simon and Ben from Maldon District Council's community health and wellbeing team and is open to women aged 18+ and costs just £1 per…

  4. 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…

  5. Address

    Hackman's Lane, Purleigh, CM3 6RN

    Telephone

    01245 329358

    Purleigh

    Every Friday. Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome is opening up its peaceful wildlife walk for well-behaved dogs and their owners every Friday. There is free entry to the walk and visitors and their four-legged friends are welcome to buy lunch or other…

  6. Address

    125 High Street, Maldon, CM9 5BS

    Telephone

    01621 858255

    Maldon

    The award-winning Marshall Scott kitchen design team is here to help make your kitchen dreams a reality. We offer bespoke kitchen designs to suit every home. Our range includes everything you need to complete your kitchen from handles and taps to…

  7. Address

    Salt Works, The Downs, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HR

    Telephone

    01621 853315

    Maldon

    Maldon Salt has been producing its unique pyramid-shaped crystals in the coastal town of Maldon since 1882, in the capable hands of four generations of master salt makers from the Osborne family.

  8. Address

    Fambridge Yacht Haven, North Fambridge, CM3 6LU

    Telephone

    07840942483

    North Fambridge

    Cruise Essex runs trips from Fambridge Yacht Haven on board Limoncello, our high end Sealine F43 Cruiser capable of holding s10 guests in comfort. The vessel explores the River Crouch Valley, and options include an afternoon tea cruise lasting…

  9. Address

    Bakersfield car park, The Drive, Maylandsea, CM3 6GT

    Maylandsea

    3 miles. Explore a tucked-away nature reserve that's famous for its butterflies and take in the lovely views from the seawall of Lawling Creek, with its yachts, barges and birdlife.

  10. Address

    Chigborough Road, Heybridge, Essex, CM9 4RE

    Telephone

    07702244440

    Heybridge

    The Chigborough Maze is located next to the campsite and is available for guests to use. It can be hired exclusively for events between October and May.

  11. Address

    Trusses Road, Bradwell-on-Sea, CM0 7QS

    Bradwell-on-Sea

    RAF Bradwell Bay is a former Royal Air Force station located on the Dengie Peninsular, approximately 9.5 miles east of Maldon. It is the site of a war memorial to the 121 members of the Allied Air Forces who "in answer to the call of duty left this…

  12. Address

    Butt Lane, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HD

    Telephone

    07768 086248

    Maldon

    We are a friendly bunch of people who take seriously our responsibility to seek first the Kingdom of God.

  13. Address

    Totham Plains, The Street, Little Totham, CM9 8JQ

    Little Totham

    Little Totham's moving modern war memorial was only built in 2019 and commemorates Private Ernest Albert Belcher who died in 1917 and Private Charles Chaplin who died in 1920. The memorial, next to the village sign, comprises three steel Tommy…

  14. 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.

  15. Address

    Station Road, Burnham-on-Crouch, CM0 8HF

    Telephone

    01621 783393

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    Burnham-on-Crouch United Reformed Church (URC) has a modern building in Station Road and meets for worship on Sunday mornings at 10.30am as well as hosting a wide range of groups and events throughout the week, including youth clubs, children's…

  16. Address

    St Stephen's Road, Cold Norton, Essex, CM3 6NP

    Telephone

    01621 742947

    Cold Norton

    A small church situated on the edge of the village of Cold Norton.

  17. Address

    Fanners Farm, Maypole Road, Wickham Bishops, Essex, CM8 3LX

    Telephone

    01621 891011

    Wickham Bishops

    Belonging to 'East Anglian Rides', a friendly, safety conscious family yard.

  18. Address

    Woodham Walter, CM9 6RF

    Woodham Walter

    War memorials in the village of Woodham Walter include a Memorial Shelter, a Memorial Garden and a Memorial Clock on the parish church. The churchyard also contains two Commonwealth War Graves.

  19. Address

    Maldon, Essex, CM9 4LE

    Telephone

    01621 856503

    Maldon

    The site boasts one of the largest and best equipped children's play sites in the Maldon District. The play equipment has been designed so that it is exciting and challenging for children of all ages.

  20. Address

    Beeleigh, Langford, Essex, CM9 4SS

    Telephone

    01621 853212

    Langford

    Challenging tight parkland course set in picturesque countryside.

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