Tollesbury marshes, Aerial Essex

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Tollesbury Wick Marshes is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI); this guide offers a short and long walk around the spectacular reserve, which is today managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust. Both routes make for superb walks as they provide plenty of interest; there are good views of the Blackwater Estuary and Mersea Island, as well as excellent opportunities for bird-watching. Tollesbury is now renowned as a yachting centre; once upon a time the marshes were the haunt of smugglers.

Facilities

Routes

  • Circular Route
  • Coastal
  • Countryside
  • Length of route (miles) - 5.8 or 9
  • Moderate Route
  • Typical duration of route - 2hr 45mins or 4hr 30mins

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Tollesbury Wick Marshes Walk - Self-Guided Walk No. 4.2 / 4.3

Type:Guided Walking

Tollesbury, Essex, CM9 8QU

What's Nearby

  1. St Mary the Virgin is a beautiful Grade II* Listed church in the village of Tollesbury.…

    0.05 miles away
  2. Tollesbury War Memorial stands in the churchyard of St Mary the Virgin, a beautiful Grade…

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  3. WhimbrelArt in Tollesbury is a gallery specialising in the work of local artists and…

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  1. Tollesbury's little prison was opened in 1700 and was in operation for around a century…

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  2. Tollesbury Congregational Church has served the village since 1803.

    0.08 miles away
  3. This is a large, open site with good views across the Blackwater Estuary towards St…

    0.12 miles away
  4. One of Essex Wildlife Trust's best reserves. A large (600 acres) tract of ancient grazing…

    0.62 miles away
  5. Walkers along the sea wall at Tollesbury will be fascinated by the large red ship moored…

    0.92 miles away
  6. An opportunity to see an abundance of coastal wetland bird species in their natural…

    0.94 miles away
  7. This is a large open site on the edge of the village with views to the south towards the…

    1.78 miles away
  8. A blue plaque marks D'Arcy House as the home of famous novelist Margery Allingham who…

    1.87 miles away
  9. In the middle of the road junction in Tolleshunt D'Arcy stands the village maypole, one…

    1.88 miles away
  10. St Nicholas Church is Grade I listed. Its churchyard extension, a little way up the road,…

    1.9 miles away
  11. St Lawrence Bay, also known as Stone, is undoubtedly the most beautiful beach in the…

    2.68 miles away
  12. This 12th century Grade II* Listed church is now owned by the nearby Orthodox Monastery…

    2.79 miles away
  13. Bradwell Marina, on the Blackwater Estuary is ideally situated for exploring the river,…

    2.86 miles away
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  1. Address

    Common Lane, Woodham Walter, Essex, CM9 6NF

    Woodham Walter

    This site is part of a large network of nature reserves that make up the Danbury Ridge Complex. Woodham Walter Common is mainly secondary woodland with a few open areas where heather grows.

  2. Address

    Promenade Park, Park Drive, Maldon, CM9 5HN

    Maldon

    SALTMARSH COAST WALKING FESTIVAL - 1.6 miles. A circular self-guided walk starting and finishing at Maldon's Promenade Park, taking in traditional boatyards and maritime industry, historic buildings and the bustling high street. The walk is all on…

  3. Address

    The Quay, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8AX

    Telephone

    01621 782105

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    Architecturally listed yacht club offering magnificent views of the River Crouch. Racing for day boats and dinghies, training for cadets and optimists - strong Junior Club. Large restaurant and bar with terrace. Visiting yachtsmen welcome.

  4. Address

    East End Road, Bradwell-on-Sea, Essex, CM0 7PW

    Bradwell-on-Sea

    This ancient Saxon chapel is the oldest church in England built by St Cedd in 654AD, it is one of the most restful and spiritual buildings in the country, a place to bring you peace and tranquillity. The old Saxon quote on the Chapel sign ‘In this…

  5. 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…

  6. Address

    Basin Road, Heybridge, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4SD

    Telephone

    01621 853923

    Maldon

    A family sailing club situated on the upper reaches of the Blackwater with comprehensive facilities for cruisers and dinghies. Large cadet section. Members' guests welcome and temporary membership available.

  7. Address

    Promenade Park, Park Drive, Maldon, CM9 5JQ

    Maldon

    The Deckchair Hut, operated by The Maldon Deckchair Company is offering deckchair hire at Promenade Park - sit in comfort to watch the children play, the barges sail by or simply soak up the sunshine or enjoy a picnic.

    Deckchairs have to be booked…

  8. Address

    Park Drive, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5JQ

    Telephone

    01621 854477

    Maldon

    This 100 year old Edwardian park encompasses an ornamental lake, a large water Splash Park, beach huts for hire, sandpits, a galleon play ship & aerial zip-wire & several picnic areas.

  9. Address

    River Blackwater, West Mersea

    Telephone

    07938 273739

    West Mersea

    Estuary Rib Tours is a family run business that provides boat trips starting from Mersea Island to enjoy the Blackwater Estuary, often stopping for lunch in Bradwell-on-Sea. The tours are on our 8m Cobra Rib, ‘Hi Fizz’, which carries up to 8 guests…

  10. Address

    Heybridge Cemetery, Goldhanger Road, Heybridge, CM9 4QR

    Heybridge

    Heybridge War Memorial is a Grade II Listed memorial made from creamy Portland limestone and stands just inside the gates to the cemetery. Approximately 3m high, it is in the form of a cross with a stone relief sword on the front and an octagonal…

  11. Address

    Maldon Road, Langford, CM9 4SS

    Langford

    St Giles' is a unique Grade II* Listed parish church dating from the late 11th century, with an unusual apse at the western end.

  12. Address

    Basin Road, Heybridge Basin, CM9 4RJ

    Telephone

    07950 636 660

    Heybridge Basin

    The little church building behind the bus shelter in Heybridge Basin began life during World War 1, as an Armstrong Hut, used as the Sergeants’ Mess hut on Goldhanger Airfield. This airfield was first used as a night landing ground by the Royal…

  13. Address

    Gibbons Engineering Group, Woodrolfe Road, Tollesbury, CM9 8RY

    Telephone

    01621 868138

    Tollesbury

    Gibbons Engineering Group in Tollesbury, has partnered with ABB Electric Vehicle Chargers to sell and install its Terra AC Wallbox EV chargers within a 50 mile radius. 

    ABB Smart electric vehicle chargers work with the electrical grid, to ensure…

  14. Address

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

    Telephone

    01621854477

    Maldon

    Run by Simon and Ben from our community health and wellbeing team, Walking Football is open to men aged 50+ and costs just £1 per player, per session.

    Each session aims to encourage people over the age of 50 to get back into football, currently we…

  15. Address

    76 High Street, Maldon, CM9 5ET

    Telephone

    0300 323 0403

    Maldon

    The RSPCA's Maldon charity shop has a good selection of adults and children's clothing, homeware, gifts, bric-a-brac and more. Donations and new volunteers are very welcome.

  16. Address

    High Street, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5PF

    Telephone

    01621 851553

    Maldon

    This 15th Century former manorial home houses a unique brick spiral staircase, a Georgian court room, a former prison and a Victorian Council Chamber.

  17. Address

    Telephone

    07704 607 964

    East of England Paddlesports is a community of like-minded outdoor enthusiasts, enjoying getting out on the water around Essex and surrounding areas. The group organises trips and events, offers tuition and has a buy and sell group for equipment…

  18. Address

    Maldon Road, Great Totham, C05 0QA

    Telephone

    01621 891081

    Great Totham

    Tom’s Farm Shop specialises in garden timber products such as decking, gates, sheds, play houses and benches, along with fresh local fruit and vegetables, food products, and wild bird care, with bird food, nesting boxes and feeders available.

  19. Address

    Doe's Corner, Maldon Road, Ulting, CM9 6QH

    Telephone

    01245 380311

    Ulting

    Ernest Doe & Sons country store is not only the place where the district's farmers and contractors can find their parts and professional supplies, but it also has a wealth of products for country living.

  20. Address

    Online gallery, Maldon, CM9 5BX

    Telephone

    07970 605361

    Maldon

    Angelique Hartigan is a Maldon-based artist who sells online at Maldon Studios. She specialises in local landmarks and landscapes, inspired by the pretty town and the surrounding countryside which she shares daily and in all weathers with her dogs…

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