Essex Walks
Set within the ancient woodland of Westley Heights Country Park, these walks explore a landscape with roots stretching back to prehistoric times.
The shorter route follows wide, accessible paths through the woods, making it ideal for wheelchairs and buggies while still enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
The longer of the walks ventures further into the atmospheric Old Hill woods, adding gentle climbs and rewarding views across the countryside.
Whether you choose the easier loop or the more adventurous extension, these walks offer a refreshing woodland escape with a handy refreshment stop nearby.
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Walk information
Westley Heights Country Park has a good network of footpaths taking you though ancient woodlands dating back to prehistoric times.
This first route is a lovely easy access walk on paths suitable for wheelchairs and buggys.
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Walk information
This second longer route enjoys the Westley Heights park as in the first walk, but it then extends the journey with a trip deep into the Old Hill woods where you'll find some fabulous views.
The second route is not suitable for wheels and has some mild climbing.
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An outstanding walk
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First-hand experiences
Some parts of the 2nd loop very overgrown with thorns and nettles.
This was a lovely hilly walk.
Lovely walk, we would do it again
The short route is perfect for wheelchairs and buggies provided you dont mind hills, long route only suitable on foot, imagine it could be very muddy during winter.
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