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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.

Available for recreational boating, canoeing and paddle-boarding with a 14 mile tow path walk alongside . Boat trips operate from Paper Mill Lock and Heybridge Basin

Recreational moorings available on the Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation at Heybridge Basin, Hoe Mill Lock, Paper Mill Lock, Sandford Lock and Springfield Basin. For short term visitor moorings contact Heybridge Lock Keeper 07712 079764

Operated by Essex Waterways Ltd for public benefit, volunteers welcomed.

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Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation

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Paper Mill Office, CM9 4RY

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  3. Sir William Arnold Lifeboat Experience

    Now moored permanently in Heybridge Basin, Maldon, Essex, the Sir William Arnold lifeboat…

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  2. St George's Field & Playground

    Lying alongside the sea wall and to the north of the Heybridge Basin's built-up area is…

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  1. Jacobs Farm Shop

    Address

    Jacobs Farm, Heybridge, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4YA

    Telephone

    01621 853395

    Maldon

    Fresh local vegetables and fruit are available from Jacob's Farm Shop in Heybridge, run by J.McCready & Son, a family business based in Heybridge and Tolleshunt Major. The farm shop is especially known for its local apples, including the famous…

  2. Amy Keeper Jewellery Studio & Craft Gallery

    Address

    86 Station Road, Burnham, CM0 8HF

    Telephone

    07989 744869

    amykeeperjewellery@gmail.com

    Burnham

    Contemporary jewellery and craft gallery, showing the work of designer/makers from across the UK, in Burnham-on-Crouch. 

    Ceramics, jewellery, art prints, watercolour paintings and more. Bespoke jewellery and jewellery making classes available.

  3. Maldon Nails

    Address

    112 High Street, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5ET

    Telephone

    01621 843980

    Maldon

    Maldon Nails offers professional nailcare for both ladies and gentlemen

  4. Marigold Charters

    Address

    1 Chandlers Quay, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4LF

    Telephone

    07801 364 135

    info@marigoldcharters.co.uk

    Maldon

    Marigold Charters offers sailing adventures on and around the river Blackwater. Their vessel Marigold is a Gravesend Bawley built upon the lines of the Lilliam in 1869.

  5. G Leavett Family Butchers

    Address

    85 East Street,, Tollesbury, Essex, CM9 8SA

    Telephone

    01621 869217

    Tollesbury

    Eblex Quality Standard Beef and Lamb Butcher

  6. Lewis Fashion Outlet

    Address

    1 High Street, Burnham, CM0 8AG

    Telephone

    01621 784993

    brands@lewis-fashion.co.uk

    Burnham

    Branded women's fashion, including high-fashion evening dresses, daywear and leisure wear from Miau by Clara Rotescu. Also gifts and accessories, kids' fashion, men's accessories, scented candles and more.

  7. All Saints' Church, Tolleshunt Knights

    Address

    Rectory Road, Tolleshunt Knights, CM9 8HF

    Tolleshunt Knights

    This 12th century Grade II* Listed church is now owned by the nearby Orthodox Monastery of St John the Baptist. The churchyard has two Commonwealth War Graves.

  8. Heybridge Towpath and Seawall - Self-Guided Walk No. 2.2

    Address

    Daisy Meadow car park, Basin Road, Heybridge, CM9 4RW

    Heybridge

    SALTMARSH COAST WALKING FESTIVAL - 3.58 miles. A slightly longer stroll in the Walk it Local collection, but worth the effort, taking in bustling Heybridge Basin with its boats, sea-lock, water birds and pubs, the seawall with estuary views back…

  9. Lawling Park Hall

    Address

    Katonia Avenue, Mayland, Essex, CM3 6AD

    Mayland

    This is a large, well equipped recreation ground with good access for cars and pedestrians.

  10. John's Convenience Store

    Address

    35 Spital Road, Maldon, CM9 6DZ

    Telephone

    01621 852302

    Maldon

    Friendly convenience store, often called Johns Stores, that stocks groceries, has an off-licence, and sells sweets, confectionery and household essentials.

  11. Lets Go Bonkers

    Address

    Units 7 & 8, Station Industrial Estate, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8RW

    Telephone

    01621 782874

    info@letsgobonkers.com

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    Let’s Go Bonkers is East Essex’s most exciting and professionally designed premier indoor children’s soft play studio, featuring two uniquely designed multilevel play studios, which has something for everyone.

  12. Ansell & Sons Butchers

    Address

    5 High Street, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5PB

    Telephone

    01621 853151

    info@ansellandsons.co.uk

    Maldon

    Master butchers in Maldon High St since 1928, Ansell & Sons is a meat and game specialist. Its meat, game and poultry produce ranges are primarily locally sourced from Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk farms, as well as direct from Smithfield Market…

  13. Paul J King Funeral Dir

    Address

    10 Station Road, Burnham-on-Crouch, CM0 8BG

    Telephone

    01621 784884

    enquiries@pauljking.com

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    Founded in 1990, we are an independent family funeral firm. Providing a caring, professional and worry-free service is our vocation, not just our business.

  14. Elizabeth Way Play Area

    Address

    Elizabeth Way, Heybridge, Maldon, CM9 4TG

    Telephone

    01621 852471

    clerk@heybridgeparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Heybridge

    A small children's play area accessible from Elizabeth Way and the Elms Farm development.

  15. St Mary's Church, Mundon

    Address

    Vicarage Lane, Mundon, Essex, CM9 6PA

    Mundon

    The church of St. Mary in Mundon is cared for by the Friends of Friendless Churches and it is now conserved as a Grade 1 listed medieval church. After a major programme of restoration and repair it is once again open to the public daily.

  16. Little Mountains Farm - Pick Your Own & Turkeys

    Address

    Mountains Road, Great Totham, Maldon, Essex, CM9 8BY

    Telephone

    01621 891215

    info@littlemountainsfarm.co.uk

    Maldon

    Mixed working farm that grows soft fruits and cereals and keeps livestock, including Christmas turkeys, with traditional "pick your own" available from around mid-June to mid-July, depending on the weather. Strawberries and raspberries are available…

  17. H.E Creative

    Address

    23 High St, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8AG

    Telephone

    +447487707201

    hello@hecreative.com

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    RETRO ILLUSTRATION AND BRANDING WITH A PUNK ROCK AESTHETIC

  18. King George V Playing Field, Heybridge

    Address

    Colchester Road, Heybridge, Maldon, CM9 4AL

    Telephone

    01621 852471

    clerk@heybridgeparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Heybridge

    Located near to the centre of Heybridge, this site has good access from the surrounding area. Large car park, modern hall, enclosed children's play site and football pitch.Also know locally as the 'Planny' after Plantation Hall.

  19. Fullbridge Church

    Address

    27 Fullbridge, Heybridge, CM9 4LE

    Telephone

    01621 852284

    hello@fullbridgechurch.org.uk

    Heybridge

    Fullbridge Evangelical Church has been on its present site since 1937, and has its origins in the Brethren movement which started around 1830. It has a wide range of activities and community outreach.

  20. Steam Tug Brent

    Address

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

    Telephone

    01621 855058

    Info@steamtugbrent.org

    Maldon

    Brent has been a much loved local landmark for over 40 years. It is the last surviving steam tug of the Port of London Authority’s fleet. Full restoration is planned for this unique vessel.

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