At a glance
Thurrock Thameside Walk
- Distance
- 1.25 miles
- Estimated time
- 30 mins
- Route type
- Circular
- GPS app guided
- Yes
- Parking
- Free parking at start 51.49801, 0.44138
- Characteristics
- Water, Countryside
Essex Walks
Thurrock Thameside Walk & Route Map
This walk is a short, family-friendly loop around Thurrock Thameside Nature Park, with easy gravel paths and wide-open estuary views.
This walk is perfect for bird and ship watching, with a superb viewing deck overlooking the dramatic Thames Estuary - and entry is free, with donations welcome.
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The walk
Thurrock Thameside Walk
This is a wonderful short family-friendly stroll around the Thurrock Thameside Nature Park. The park is perfect for bird and ship watching and has gravel paths throughout.
The views of the dramatic Thames Estuary from the visitor centre's viewing deck are stunning.
The park and car park is free, but a donation would be welcome if you enjoy the park.
Based on 3 user ratings
Community feedback
Overall rating4.0
A very popular walk
Very dog friendly
Generally well maintained
Possible with care
Partly accessible
Good facilities
Quite good
Accurate
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First-hand experiences
User reviews
Walker review
Open to the estuary so very windy - we did our walk in April.
Comments from walkers who have completed the Thurrock Thameside walk.
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