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Enjoy a mud-free stroll around the town and coastline of Burnham-on-Crouch. This circuit allows you to explore some lesser-visited parts of the town and the surrounding area while avoiding the busy areas in town. 

This walk has been designed specifically for those who want a largely mud-free stroll which avoids the bustling Quay in Burnham.
This easy circuit of the riverside yachting centre affords you the opportunity to explore some lesser-visited parts of the town.
Distance: 4.6 miles (7.4km)
Time: 1 hours 30 minutes

You can view & download this route on OS Maps: https://osmaps.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/route/8607241/BurnhamonCrouch-Winter-Walk

Facilities

Parking

  • Free Parking - Car park next to Library on road leading into Riverside Park (CM0 8HQ)

Routes

  • Accessibility of route - Pavements and some road sections. Trainers or walking shoes recommended. The is one bridge with several steps and no wheelchair access.
  • Circular Route - Start/finish at Burnham Library
  • Easy Route
  • Length of route (miles) - 4.6
  • Typical duration of route - 90 minutes

Map & Directions

Burnham Town Walk - Self-Guided Walk No. 6.2

Type:Guided Walking

Burnham-on-Crouch Library, Station Road, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8HQ

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