It's tempting for cyclists to use the river to cut between Stortford/Sawbo/Harlow, but in all honesty, avoid it, there are too many people about and it's not wise to get speed up.
Burnt Mill Lock sits along the scenic River Stort Navigation, situated adjacent to Harlow Town train station. This charming waterway is dotted with vibrant canal boats and inviting grassy banks …
As of September 2025, the bridge has been fixed up with an all-weather type of surface. There's also improved ramps up onto it, from both directions, so no more getting off in order to cross.
The practical and peaceful way of getting between Gilston and Burnt Mill Lane. For those who don't know, Eastwick Road is hella busy and undulates awkwardly around the bend in the region of Terlings Avenue and Burnt Mill Lane.