
Marks Tey to Chappel Station
Marks Tey, Essex
- 2hr 30m / 8.7km
- 32
Explore the high plateau of north east Essex, enjoying views across the valleys of the River Colne & passing under the Chappel viaduct.

Step 1: Your walk begins here at Chappel & Wakes Colne station.
Step 2: Trains run to & from Marks Tey & Sudbury from this station. There are no direct trains from London, but you change trains at Marks Tey if this is where you’re travelling from.

Step 3: As you head away from the station you’ll get to the East Anglia Railway Museum. Check opening times if you plan on visiting.
Step 4: Continue along Station Road.

Step 5: Head straight on & cross the road. It’s very busy so do so carefully. You’ll pass out of Wakes Colne & into Chappel.

Step 6: As you cross the bridge there will be a pillbox on your right. The first of many that will be on this walk.

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