The River Chelmer flows for 65km from Debden to the Blackwater Estuary and passes only through the county of Essex. It was previously known as the River Baddow, but its name was wrongly changed on the assumption that Chelmsford was named after a river crossing over the River Chelmer. In fact, Chelmsford was named after the landowner, Cēolmǣr. It is a beautiful river to walk along with a real feeling of peace and tranquility so close to the city.

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1. Paper Mill lock & the River Chelmer loop from Little Baddow

13.8km

03:36

100m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. River Chelmer – Paper Mill Lock loop from Hatfield Peverel

15.9km

04:06

80m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. River Chelmer Swimming Spot – River Chelmer loop from Great Baddow

26.3km

06:50

170m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 20 m

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Location: Little Baddow, Chelmsford, Essex, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

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River Chelmer

1. Paper Mill lock & the River Chelmer loop from Little Baddow

2. River Chelmer – Paper Mill Lock loop from Hatfield Peverel

3. River Chelmer Swimming Spot – River Chelmer loop from Great Baddow

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