Wivenhoe to Colchester
Colchester, Essexby theessexcoast
by theessexcoast
2 hours / 7.3km 54
A walk from Wivenhoe to Colchester Town along the River Colne. Look out for hand-forged artworks along the second half of the walk.
Wivenhoe to 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 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.
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.
Step 4: Start at Wivenhoe Station.
Step 5: Cross the roundabout and continue down West St. Walk until the end and then turn right on High St.
Step 6: Pass this picturesque home and then turn left on East St.
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Colchester to Wivenhoe
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