Colchester to Wivenhoe

Walks, England, Essex, Colchester
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Colchester to Wivenhoe

Colchester, Essex

by theessexcoast

  • 2 hours / 7.3km
  • 108

A beautiful walk from Colchester Town to Wivenhoe along the River Colne. Look out for hand-forged artworks along the first half of the walk.

  • Water feature
  • Public toilets
  • Refreshments
  • Public transport
  • Dog friendly
  • Child friendly

Walk preview

Map preview for Colchester to Wivenhoe
  1. Step 1: This walk has been curated in partnership with Essex County Council and Colchester Borough Council.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  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.

    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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