Pleshey Castle was completed around the turn of the 12th century and was a motte and bailey. These days, nothing much survives, apart from the earthworks, sections of mote, and a 14th-century brick-built bridge. You still get a good sense of the fortification, though.

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1. Pleshey & Great Waltham loop from Little Waltham

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This challenging 13.4-mile hike from Little Waltham explores Essex countryside, Pleshey Castle, and the River Chelmer.

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2. View of the Reservoir – Holy Trinity Church loop from Great Waltham

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3. Holy Trinity Church – View of the Reservoir loop from Pleshey

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Location: Pleshey, Chelmsford, Essex, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

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Pleshey Castle Earthworks and Brick Bridge

1. Pleshey & Great Waltham loop from Little Waltham

2. View of the Reservoir – Holy Trinity Church loop from Great Waltham

3. Holy Trinity Church – View of the Reservoir loop from Pleshey

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