The River Roach Short Loop

Walks, England, Essex, Rochford
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The River Roach Short Loop

Rochford, Essex

by theessexcoast

  • 45 minutes / 3.2km
  • 49

A short loop around Rochford and alongside the River Roach. Enjoy these tranquil views and the surrounding scenes.

  • Wildlife
  • Water feature
  • Public toilets
  • Public transport
  • Parking
  • Dog friendly

Walk preview

Map preview for The River Roach Short Loop
  1. Step 1: This walk is curated in partnership with Essex County Council and Rochford District Council.

  2. This walk starts just outside Rochford train station

    Step 2: This walk starts just outside Rochford train station

  3. Exit through the station car park and take the steps down to the main road (you can avoid the steps by following the car park exit).

    Step 3: Exit through the station car park and take the steps down to the main road (you can avoid the steps by following the car park exit).

  4. Follow the road around to the right and you can see the entrance to Rochford Reservoir.

    Step 4: Follow the road around to the right and you can see the entrance to Rochford Reservoir.

  5. Keep to the left and follow the path alongside the stream.

    Step 5: Keep to the left and follow the path alongside the stream.

  6. The path is mainly grass, so can get a little muddy or slippy.

    Step 6: The path is mainly grass, so can get a little muddy or slippy.

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