Wivenhoe to Colchester

Walks, England, Essex, Colchester
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Wivenhoe to Colchester

Colchester, Essex

by theessexcoast

  • 2 hours / 7.3km
  • 59

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

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

Walk preview

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

  2. Step 2: The second 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 or read the relevant stanzas when you reach each artwork.

  4. Start at Wivenhoe Station.

    Step 4: Start at Wivenhoe Station.

  5. Step 5: Cross the roundabout and continue down West St. Walk until the end and then turn right on High St.

  6. Pass this picturesque home and then turn left on East St.

    Step 6: Pass this picturesque home and then turn left on East St.

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