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The Top 16 Attractions around Castle Point

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Castle Point. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Castle Point is a region where 16

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 25, 2025

Hadleigh Castle

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You can visit Hadleigh Castle for free and admire the ruins that have succumbed to the soft London clay on which it was built. The castle was first built in …

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Hadleigh Park Olympic Mountain Bike Course

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The rangers have finally got this sorted and removed the no-cycling signs from public rights of way.

They have added a no-cycling advisory to a 200m section to help prevent …

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Leap of Faith, Hadleigh Park

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Steep descent/drop on a rocky/rooty section of trail with a tight corner at the bottom. Alternative is an easier line to the left.

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Switchbacks Climb

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A series of switch backs starting at a cattle grid and working to the top of the hill. A section includes some rock features to keep things interesting. Corners can …

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Leigh Beck Coastline

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On the other side of the peninsula you'll see tidal flats here there's a sea view. Would recommend a circular walk to enjoy both

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Benfleet Railway Station

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Benfleet railway station is on the London, Tilbury and Southend line.

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Church of St Mary the Virgin, South Benfleet

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The Church of St Mary the Virgin is the parish church of South Benfleet. The church dates to around the 12th century, and predates the neighbouring Hadleigh Castle, which lies …

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Canvey Bay Watch Beach

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Small sheltered sandy beach on Canvey Island with picnic benches. Very well maintained by volunteers in the local community.

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Belfairs Nature Reserve Woodland Trails

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A mixture of Woodland pathways and trails make running through Belfairs Nature Reserve an enjoyable experience.
A significant portion of these woods are classed as 'ancient woodland,' with some stretches …

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View of Thames Estuary Marshes

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Coastal path, good for watching wildlife, do take binoculars though, as the path is slightly above the tidal zone

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The Top 16 Attractions around Castle Point

Hadleigh Castle

Hadleigh Park Olympic Mountain Bike Course

Leap of Faith, Hadleigh Park

Switchbacks Climb

Leigh Beck Coastline

Benfleet Railway Station

Church of St Mary the Virgin, South Benfleet

Canvey Bay Watch Beach

Belfairs Nature Reserve Woodland Trails

View of Thames Estuary Marshes

Most popular routes around Castle Point

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