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. Admiral McHardy Way

15.2km

01:42

110m

Jog the difficult 9.4-mile Admiral McHardy Way, gaining 356 feet elevation through woodlands and along the River Chelmer in 1h 42m.

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2. River Chelmer – Paper Mill Lock loop from Chelmsford

18.6km

01:55

30m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. River Chelmer – Paper Mill Lock loop from Little Baddow

25.5km

02:47

130m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. 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. Admiral McHardy Way

2. River Chelmer – Paper Mill Lock loop from Chelmsford

3. River Chelmer – Paper Mill Lock loop from Little Baddow

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