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: February 4, 2026

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3.85 km

Paper Mill Lock

Highlight • Rest Area

If you are looking for refreshments you can visit the Paper Mill Lock Tea Rooms .

papermilllock.co.uk

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3.90 km

The Pauls Hill Tea Rooms at Paper Mill Lock

Highlight • River

Great place to stop for a snack.

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4.36 km

Smuggler's Barn Cottage

Highlight • Settlement

Set beyond weeping willows on the banks of the River Chelmer, this gorgeous cottage is a quintessential piece of english countryside.

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5.61 km

River Chelmer Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

the path to bridge has broken away and is now rooty path

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6.90 km

Wick Wood

Forest

7.72 km

Footbridge Over the Ford

Highlight • River

9.23 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.81 km

1.42 km

985 m

Surfaces

6.43 km

1.36 km

1.04 km

199 m

Elevation

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Friday 13 March

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The Pauls Hill Tea Rooms at Paper Mill Lock

Smuggler's Barn Cottage

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