Essex Walks

Bumbles Green Walk & Route Map

4.34 ratings
DifficultyChallenging
Bumbles Green walk, Essex
Bumbles Green · Photo: Stephen Craven

This walk from Bumbles Green winds through Essex countryside, taking in quiet lanes, hilltop views and the woodland of Gallethill Wood.

After your stroll, you can enjoy refreshments at The New King Harold's Head.

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At a glance

Bumbles Green Walk

Distance
6.25 miles
Estimated time
3 hours
Route type
Circular
GPS app guided
Yes
Parking
Limited roadside at start
51.72406, 0.03769
Characteristics
Woodland, Hills, Countryside

The walk

Bumbles Green Walk

The route is a pleasant walk that starts in the village Bumbles Green and takes you on a journey through the beautiful Essex countryside.

On this route you will climb hills, walk along quiet country lanes and explore the wildlife as you wander through the pretty woodland of Gallethill Wood.

There are some amazing views on this walk and there are also some muddy patches after rain, so please wear appropriate footwear.

Based on 4 user ratings

Community feedback

Overall rating4.3

A very popular walk

Dog friendly3.0 / 5

Fine with dogs

Path condition3.5 / 5

Generally well maintained

Buggy friendly1.3 / 5

Not suitable for pushchairs

Wheelchair friendly1.0 / 5

Not wheelchair accessible

Toilet facilities1.0 / 5

No facilities

Pub or café1.0 / 5

Take a packed lunch

Route accuracy4.5 / 5

Spot on

ClimbingSome climbing
LivestockRarely any livestock
StilesNo stiles
Mud levelWellies when wet

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First-hand experiences

User reviews

Walker review

Lovely, quiet walk through woods and countryside.

Comments from walkers who have completed the Bumbles Green walk.

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The easiest way to follow this route is with the Essex Walks app. Choose the walk and follow the pointer showing your live position on the route map, so you can see you're on the right path.

The app works without a phone signal, so you can keep following the route wherever the walk takes you.

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Expanded route map for Bumbles Green Walk, a 6.25 mile circular walk in Essex