スプリングフィールドでの周辺の簡単なハイキングとウォーキング

A footpath crosses the River Chelmer via a small, stepped footbridge, with great views down the river in both directions. The Saffron Trail crosses here on its way from Saffron Walden to the sea at Southend Pier.

Opened in 1894, Central Park is an area of outdoor space designed for all to enjoy in the centre of Chelmsford. Backing onto the River Can, it has areas of grass for relaxing as well as formal planting. There's also a playground and cafe.

One of the locks on the Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation near the water powered Barnes Mill. The canal was created by canalisation of the two rivers and opened for trade in 1797. Commercial use ceased in 1972 and the area is now predominantly used for leisure activities.

Right next to the usy A12 is Cuton Lock. It sits next to a World War Two Pillbox, a concrete guard post, one of hundreds which were built as part of the anti-invasion defenses. It would both provide shelter and provide a place for soldiers to shoot from.

Beautiful park! Every Saturday at 9 o'clock there takes place the 5km long Parkrun.