
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 B (4.4m) 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: The Colchester Orbital West Section B starts here at Norman Way.

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

Step 4: Continue until you reach a T-junction path. Then turn left. (Turning right takes you on the Colchester Orbital West A)

Step 5: At the entrance to Philip Morant School, cross Rembrandt Way to continue along the footpath directly opposite.

Step 6: There are dropped kerbs either side of the road to ensure an easy crossing for those with accessibility needs.

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