Essex Outdoors Mersea

King Charles III England Coast Path: Maldon to Salcott

Follows the Blackwater Estuary along flat, easy terrain on seawall paths and field edges – perfect for families with buggies and young children. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock and wildlife areas. Enjoy sweeping estuary views, birdwatching opportunities (especially waders and wildfowl), and charming coastal villages including Tollesbury. The mix of maritime history, big skies, and accessible walking makes this a relaxed day out with plenty of spots to pause and watch boats drift by.

Maurice Britton Walk

Follows a scenic riverside path along the River Stour through Manningtree and Mistley, mostly flat with gentle sections. Ideal for families and buggies on paved stretches, though some parts may have uneven terrain near the water. Dogs welcome on leads. Offers lovely estuary views, historic quaysides, and chances to spot wading birds – a peaceful escape combining maritime heritage with natural beauty along Essex's northern waterfront.

King Charles III England Coast Path: Burnham-on-Crouch to Maldon

Follows the Blackwater Estuary along mostly flat, exposed sea walls and grassy paths with wide-open views across tidal mudflats and saltmarsh. Suitable for confident walkers but challenging for buggies due to uneven surfaces and occasional stiles; generally fine for older children who can manage distance. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock and wildlife areas. Offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities, historic Thames barges at Maldon's waterfront, and that quintessential Essex coastal atmo

Colchester Orbital South B

St Peter's Way