
The Orbital at Hilly Fields
Colchester, Essex
- 30 minutes / 0.8km
- 14
A short ‘easy access’ loop across the top of Hilly Fields Nature Reserve. Directly connects with the Colchester Orbital (West A).
Step 1: The Orbital West A (4.1m) is part of the Colchester Orbital, a 14-15 mile walk around Colchester town, linking some of its most important & beautiful green spaces.
Step 2: Begin here at Norman Way.

Step 3: At the end of Norman Way there will be a footpath, alongside the Irvine Road allotments.

Step 4: Continue along the walk/cycle path until you reach a T-junction of paths. Then turn right.

Step 5: Before the barrier, take the narrow footpath on your left. There’s a wooden signpost to help you find your way also.

Step 6: Follow the hard surfaced path until you reach a parking area.There are playing fields to the side of the path.

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