Colchester to Wivenhoe

Walks, England, Essex, Colchester

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  • Step 1: This walk has been curated in partnership with Essex County Council and Colchester Borough Council.

  • Step 2: The first half of this unique route follows a series of fourteen, hand-forged artworks. Artists Andrew Rowe, David Mackie, Heather Parnell and Becky Adams worked with the local community to create the stunning imagery.

  • Step 3: The artworks are accompanied by a poem, written by Wivenhoe based poet, Martin Newell. Swipe up on the read more panel below to see the poem.

  • Start at Colchester Town Station. Exit and to the street and go right.

    Step 4: Start at Colchester Town Station. Exit and to the street and go right.

  • Follow the road around to the right and head up St Boltophs Street.

    Step 5: Follow the road around to the right and head up St Boltophs Street.

  • Peek to your right down the alley to see St. Boltophs Church. If you have time for a detour the ruins of the priory are worth a visit.

    Step 6: Peek to your right down the alley to see St. Boltophs Church. If you have time for a detour the ruins of the priory are worth a visit.

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