Heybridge Basin Marina – Mill Beach Beach Huts loop from Chigborough Lakes Nature Reserve

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Heybridge Basin Marina – Mill Beach Beach Huts loop from Chigborough Lakes Nature Reserve

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Heybridge Basin Marina – Mill Beach Beach Huts loop from Chigborough Lakes Nature Reserve

01:52

7.42km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 492 m for 480 m

Customers only

After 7.09 km for 177 m

Customers only

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Bus stop

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979 m

The Stumble Causeway to Osea Island

Highlight • Bridge

A tidal causeway known as The Stumble connects Osea Island with the mainland. Sadly the island isn't open to the public but you can visit by staying in the island's …

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1.94 km

Heybridge Basin Waterfront Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

More suited to gravel/touring type bikes, very narrow in places but great view of the coastline all the way!

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4.51 km

Heybridge Basin Marina

Highlight • Rest Area

Free car park at Heybridge Basin along with two pubs and a cafe for refreshments after your ride.

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4.56 km

The Jolly Sailor, Heybridge Basin

Highlight • Pub

Juring lockdown, you can order hot food to take away through the window to the left of the main entrance. They'll also fill your water bottle if you're very lucky.

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4.58 km

The Lock Tea Room

Highlight • Cafe

great seating area outside, tend to be very busy when sunny!

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6.28 km

Beech Hut Renovation

Highlight • Other

Not sure who put up the questions or who answered them. Builders were working on the Beech Hut in Jan2024

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7.08 km

Mill Beach Beach Huts

Highlight • Viewpoint

Backed by a caravan park, Mill Beach has stunning views over the estuary and the unique beach huts on stilts. The Osea View Cafe on the beach makes a great waterfront stop on any hike.

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7.10 km