The Orbital at The Garrison

Walks, England, Essex, Colchester
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The Orbital at The Garrison

Colchester, Essex

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  • 45 minutes / 2km
  • 9

A walk around the perimeter greensward of the new Colchester Garrison. An ‘easier access’ section of the Colchester Orbital (West).

  • Wildlife
  • Wheel friendly
  • Public transport
  • Picnic spot
  • Dog friendly
  • Child friendly

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  1. Step 1: This route forms part of the Colchester Orbital, a 14-15 mile walk around town, linking some of its most important & beautiful green spaces. This walk is an easier access route.

  2. Step 2: This route section offers easier access for mobility-restricted walkers & chair users (paths are level & hard-surfaced, mostly off-road & barrier free).

  3. Step 3: Your walks starts on Berechurch Road. There is a bus stop close to the start, 300m south of the Roman away flyover. Buses 50, 50A, 50B, 63, 63A & 69 all stop here.

  4. Step 4: To begin the walk, head south on Berechurch Road (away from the direction of the flyover).

  5. As you begin to walk there will be a war pillbox to your right.

    Step 5: As you begin to walk there will be a war pillbox to your right.

  6. You’ll soon reach a wooden signpost. You need to go right, following the Layer Road arrow.

    Step 6: You’ll soon reach a wooden signpost. You need to go right, following the Layer Road arrow.

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