River Chelmer – Beeleigh Weir loop from Maldon

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River Chelmer – Beeleigh Weir loop from Maldon

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River Chelmer – Beeleigh Weir loop from Maldon

02:08

8.21km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.53 km

River Chelmer

Highlight • Trail

Beautiful walks along the river chelmer.
Also visit the town of Maldon.

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1.67 km

View of the River Chelmer

Highlight • Viewpoint

Cycle path along the river bank - not that wide but also not too busy even on a Sunday.

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3.11 km

Beeleigh Weir

Highlight • Natural Monument

Can be muddy in winter when walking to the further falls

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3.14 km

Beeleigh Lock

Highlight • River

A wildlife haven

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5.89 km

All Saints' Church

Highlight • Historical Site

6.00 km

The Gnome Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Independent cafe on the High St. Not much space to park bikes so best for solo or pair rides but good coffee and food, and local art on the walls. …

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6.16 km

Bright's Path, Maldon

Highlight • Trail

Lovely little side street in Maldon, will investigate on a future visit.

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8.21 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.96 km

3.56 km

495 m

107 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.90 km

1.59 km

695 m

528 m

296 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 18 October

14°C

9°C

19 %

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River Chelmer – Beeleigh Weir loop from Maldon

River Chelmer

View of the River Chelmer

Beeleigh Weir

Beeleigh Lock

All Saints' Church

The Gnome Cafe

Bright's Path, Maldon

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