Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 14, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 790 m for 72 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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825 m

Colchester Roman Circus

Archaeological Site

10.8 km

Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Another great place to stop on a long bike ride. The visitor centre features a lovely cafe with handmade hot sandwich options and a terrace with a view over the …

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16.4 km

Potholes Along Edge of Road

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19.7 km

The Strood Tidal Causeway to Mersea Island

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Only impassable a few times per year but you can get stuck for an hour or more when it is. Watch out for high tide over about 5.3m for likely trouble.

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33.1 km

Malting Cottage Honey

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£5 per jar from the porch of a cottage, honesty box system. Since finding this I've been back several times to buy it - the honey is good.

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45.8 km

Colchester Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Built towards the end of the 11th century, Colchester Castle is a Norman castle with a unique keep. The castle witnessed various battles including a three-month siege in 1216. By …

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46.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

36.1 km

6.96 km

3.06 km

416 m

181 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

36.3 km

9.57 km

700 m

102 m

Elevation

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Friday 3 April

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