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A picturesque 5.65 mile linear walk along the coast between the villages of Althorne and North Fambridge; this allows you to get a train from North Fambridge station at the end of the walk to return to the start.

The walk includes scenic views of the River Crouch before turning inland towards the wildlife reserve and the railway station. The walk has no paved sections and includes several short road sections.

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Routes

  • Coastal
  • Length of route (miles) - 5.65
  • Linear Route
  • Moderate Route
  • Typical duration of route - 2hrs

Map & Directions

Althorne to North Fambridge Walk

Type:Walking Route

Althorne, Essex, CM9 6DG

What's Nearby

  1. Crouch Ridge Vineyard overlooks the River Crouch. We produce and sell award winning…

    0.47 miles away
  2. Althorne's unusual war memorial is in the form of a traditional, decorative lychgate,…

    0.5 miles away
  3. Come for our Fine Award winning wines and stay for the view! Crouch Ridge Vineyard…

    0.51 miles away
  1. St Andrew's is a Grade II listed building with a tower dating back to around 1500,…

    0.65 miles away
  2. Relax in the beautiful surroundingd of Clayhill Vineyard. Take in the stunning views of…

    0.73 miles away
  3. Large recreation ground with adjacent wooded area. Car park, hall, two football pitches,…

    1.12 miles away
  4. Dengie Petting Zoo is run by J&C Party Pets, owners of Maldon Promenade Zoo. This smaller…

    1.48 miles away
  5. St Barnabas Church is located a short drive away from the residential area of the village…

    1.8 miles away
  6. This is a large well equipped rec ground with good access from the surrounding area. Car…

    1.84 miles away
  7. The Althorne Estate is a new vineyard that was planted in 2017 in Althorne. There are…

    1.99 miles away
  8. Creeksea Place is a 16th century fairytale Tudor Mansion set in beautiful gardens. The…

    2.1 miles away
  9. A large, open site adjacent to Lawling Playing Field which also contains the Memorial…

    2.36 miles away
  10. Previously a dense blackthorn scrub that was completely inaccessible, this site has now…

    2.38 miles away
  11. Extensive working railway museum including locomotives, carriages, wagons, historic…

    2.4 miles away
  12. This park is comprised of mown grassland with a large number of mature trees of different…

    2.46 miles away
  13. If you walk around Burnham-on-Crouch look out for the three large buoys that now decorate…

    2.47 miles away
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  1. Address

    Station House, Station Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4LQ

    Maldon

    Maldon East and Heybridge railway station served the town of Maldon and nearby village of Heybridge between 1848 and 1964.

  2. Address

    Promenade Park, Park Drive, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5JQ

    Maldon

    Welcome to the Valley Play Area in Maldon's Promenade Park!

    Featuring the Galleon and Mini-Galleon play ships as well as a zip-line and interactive play equipment, this is the perfect destination for a family friendly and action packed visit all…

  3. Address

    67 High Street, Maldon, CM9 5EP

    Telephone

    01621 842795

    Maldon

    Welcome to Poundstretcher Maldon, located on the High Street, where every penny counts! Find great deals across a huge range of everyday essentials and household products. Be they groceries, confectionery, kitchen appliances, décor, furniture,…

  4. Address

    The Street, Heybridge, Essex, CM9 4NB

    Telephone

    01621 857004

    Heybridge

    A Grade I Listed building, this 12th century church was restored during the 15th century to its present condition. Seating for 200 including choir, with wheel chair access and hearing aid loop system.

  5. Address

    12 Wantz Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5DE

    Telephone

    01621 840088

    Maldon

    The building in Wantz Road has been used by the Salvation Army for many years as our place of Worship and Christian Service. Our regular Sunday morning service is at 10.30am with various events throughout the week, including our toddler group on…

  6. Address

    New Moor Farm, Tillingham Road, Southminster, Essex, CM0 7DS

    Telephone

    07703 577523

    Southminster

    Thorogood's asparagus has a reputation for being some of the most delicious in the country, and each year there's a short season when you can buy the freshest possible asparagus straight from the farm.

  7. Address

    Stow Maries, Essex, CM3 6SJ

    Telephone

    01621 862960

    Stow Maries

    This 5.5 acre reserve consists of the former Stow Maries Halt on the disused Maldon to South Woodham Ferrers railway line, along with an adjoining four-acre meadow acquired later.

  8. Address

    Papermill Lock, North Road, Little Baddow, Maldon, Please select a region, state or province., CM3 4BS

    Telephone

    01245226245

    Little Baddow, Maldon

    This waterway runs through a largely unspoilt part of rural Essex and connects the county town of Chelmsford with the tidal estuary of the River Blackwater at Heybridge Basin. It is 13.8 miles (22.1 km) long and has 13 locks.

  9. Address

    54 High Street, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8AA

    Telephone

    01621 786243

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    Templeman Galleries specializes in original pictures and also provides a bespoke picture framing service. The gallery stocks a large selection of unusual gifts, objects d’art and jewellery.

  10. Address

    Hester Place, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8SA

    Telephone

    01621 854477

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    Small site accessible on foot from Hester Place or The Pippins.
    Enclosed children's play site, kickabout area, basketball net, wildlife area.

  11. Address

    Blackwater, CM9 5HW

    The Blackwater Estuary is a 5,538 hectare biological Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), with 4,395 hectares being designated as a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance and Special Protection Area, while 1,099 hectares of the Estuary is…

  12. Address

    The Quay, Burnham, CM0 8AT

    Telephone

    07583 888888

    Burnham

    Gift shop on The Quay in Burnham which supports independent artists, designers and makers. Stocks beautiful, unique hand made products and gifts, plus toys, cards, setts, preserves, jewellery and local Burnham on Crouch souvenirs.

  13. Address

    Cooks Barge Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

    Telephone

    01621 857567

    Maldon

    Historic sailing barges ‘Hydrogen’ and ‘Thistle’ are available for regular public cruises and also for private hire for groups up to 50 from a variety of East Coast locations including Maldon and Ipswich.

  14. Address

    Landbreach Ltd, Downs Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HT

    Telephone

    07766480793

    Maldon

    From May 2023. This traditional pleasure boat was built locally in 1947 and, following a complete restoration, is once again offering trips around the estuary. Moored at the ‘little blue jetty’, the Viking Saga is the best way to view both the Hythe…

  15. Address

    1 South Street, Tolleshunt D'Arcy, CM9 8TR

    Tolleshunt D'Arcy

    A blue plaque marks D'Arcy House as the home of famous novelist Margery Allingham who wrote the Albert Campion detective stories.

  16. Address

    Maldon Road junction with Braxted Park Road, Great Braxted, CO5 0QA

    Telephone

    01621 816464

    Great Braxted

    Family run farm shopping selling a wide range of fruit and vegetables, mainly grown in the surrounding area, including a seasonal range of locally grown apples. You will also find preserves, local honey, fresh flowers, speciality cheeses, breads and…

  17. Address

    Upper Plume school artificial pitch, Fambridge Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6AB

    Telephone

    01621854477

    Maldon

    A brand-new project on the back of the success that the Lionesses' achieved during 2022.

    The sessions are run by Simon and Ben from Maldon District Council's community health and wellbeing team and is open to women aged 18+ and costs just £1 per…

  18. Address

    Maldon District Council, Princes Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6AB

    Telephone

    01621 854477

    Maldon

    The Plume Academy AGP is managed in partnership between Plume Academy and Maldon District Council. The pitch hosts Academy and community usage weekdays and weekends. On site parking via Academy car park.

  19. Address

    Hackman's Lane, Purleigh, CM3 6RN

    Telephone

    01245 329358

    Purleigh

    Every Friday. Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome is opening up its peaceful wildlife walk for well-behaved dogs and their owners every Friday. There is free entry to the walk and visitors and their four-legged friends are welcome to buy lunch or other…

  20. Address

    Burnham-on-Crouch station, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8BQ

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    SALTMARSH COAST WALKING FESTIVAL - 5.5 miles. This superb linear riverside walk starts from Burnham-on-Crouch railway station, taking you westward to Althorne where you can take a train to return.

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