Wivenhoe to Colchester
Colchester, Essex
- 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.
Wivenhoe Trail (Wivenhoe to Hythe)
Walk preview
Step 1: Your walk begins here at Wivenhoe Station. It’s well served by trains from London, Clacton, Walton and Colchester.
Step 2: At the start of the walk you’ll see this board for the Maurice Britton Walk. Its a two-mile walk you could complete at a later date.
Step 3: To your left is Ferry Marsh. It’s a former grazing marsh.
Step 4: As you continue along the path the River will be on your left & the train track will be on your right. 🚂
Step 5: Ferry Marsh does flood and you’ll see local birdlife. On our walk we saw two swans! 🦢 🦢
Step 6: Enjoy the sprawling views from the edge of the River Colne. Take a breathe.
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