Walks

Walk around Saffron Walden markets and mansions

Rating: 2

November 30th 2011

This short walk allows you time to take in the delights of Saffron Walden as well as viewing the picturesque Audley End House and its surrounding grounds

Essex walk in Clavering

Rating: 2

October 19th 2011

The ancient name of Clavering is derived from Clauelinga, meaning the place where the clover grows. Today, the village remains an idyllic location for a countryside walk words and pictures by Charlotte Fellingham

Latest Walk from Essex Life: Exploring Old Harlow

Rating: 3

September 24th 2011

Mention Harlow and many people’s thoughts will turn to the famous new town, but this walk explores the beauty of Old Harlow, with its authentic, village feel...

Great Strides in Great Leighs- Essex Walks

Rating: 3

July 1st 2011

There is a feast of treats on this walk which incorporates the oldest licensed premises in England and a tasty Essex huffer...

Walk through woodlands of Bluebells in Billericay

Rating: 2

May 16th 2011

Norsey Woods are full of bluebells throughout May, making this month a very special time for completing this charming woodland walk

A walk around Dedham Vale and Constable Country

Rating: 2

March 24th 2011

Take a stroll around the sights and sounds that inspired John Constable to paint some of his most well-known landscape scenes, with a walk around Dedham Vale and Constable Country Words and images by Charlotte Fellingham

Essex walks - A Stour Valley stroll

Rating: 2

February 25th 2011

The Stour Valley is a beautiful area of Essex and this walk enables you to enjoy a small part of it

Mill Green and High Woods - Featured Walk from Essex Life

Rating: 2

January 25th 2011

Mill Green and High Woods - Featured Walk from Essex Life

Take a wonderful walk around Great Bromley

Rating: 2

December 14th 2010

This wonderful walk around Great Bromley offers the chance to see a church described as the Cathedral of the Tendring Hundred, and the more modest St Mary’s by Charlotte Fellingham

Follow a smuggler's path through Paglesham

Rating: 3

June 1st 2010

A favourite daytripper destination for generations of Londoners, Southend’s origins as a sunny seaside resort can be traced back to the late 18th century

Walk around Mountnessing

Rating: 2

April 12th 2010

Explore some of the oldest settlements of Mountnessing with this meander past Mountnessing Hall, an iron church and the timeless charm of the village windmill by Charlotte Fellingham

Walk around St Lawrence

Rating: 2

March 15th 2010

A walk around St Lawrence, known as Stone by locals, provides a fabulous opportunity to enjoy some stunning views across the River Blackwater Words and images by Charlotte Fellingham

A wander around Widdington

Rating: 2

February 4th 2010

Widdington, in the north-east of Essex, lies in a beautiful and historic part of the county, as this walk featuring old manor houses and medieval barns reveals

Strolling around Stisted

Rating: 2

January 13th 2010

American Mark Twain famously described a round of golf as, ‘a good walk spoiled’, but this stroll around Stisted and its golf course allows you just to enjoy a good walk Words and photography: Charlotte Fellingham

Walk around Canvey Island

Rating: 2

December 16th 2009

A mix of modern aspects and peaceful marshes make this tour of Canvey Island an ideal walk for the festive season

Discover the true beauty of Basildon

Rating: 3

September 11th 2009

If you did not know that Basildon has a beautiful corner that provides striking views across undulating landscape, then it's time to explore Langdon Hills

Find your feet in Fyfield

Rating: 3

June 15th 2009

Known for its number of moated houses, Fyfield offers a chance to discover an area still showing signs of its great importance in the 14th century

Walk along the Roman River valley, Essex

Rating: 2

March 16th 2009

This pretty walk through organic farmland and along the Roman River valley is a charming way to discover more from this part of the county

In love with Leigh

Rating: 2

September 8th 2008

Leigh on Sea's famous cockle sheds and surprising scenery have made it one of the most treasured towns in Essex. Elaine Syvier discovers why Leigh is so refreshing

Walks around Essex

Rating: 3

February 12th 2008

Each month, Essex Life magazine brings you a new countryside walk for you and your family to enjoy. Here you will find all of these walks available for you to download at your leisure. Why not start getting out and about in Essex now?