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Essex
Braintree
Earls Colne

Bluebells in Chalkney Woods – Chappel Viaduct loop from Earls Colne

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United Kingdom
England
East Of England
Essex
Braintree
Earls Colne

Bluebells in Chalkney Woods – Chappel Viaduct loop from Earls Colne

Moderate

5.0

(2)

5

hikers

Bluebells in Chalkney Woods – Chappel Viaduct loop from Earls Colne

02:54

11.2km

70m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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5 m

Bluebells in Chalkney Woods

Highlight • Natural Monument

Small car park so arrive early at peak times
Bluebells are spectacular at the end of April/early May
Gets very muddy during periods of rain or in the winter, so come prepared

Tip by

2

10 m

Bluebells in Chalkney Woods

Highlight • Natural

Beautiful woods, especially in spring when the bluebells are out. Nice mix of paths and single track make it a fun place to ride.

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3

5.37 km

Hoe Wood Early Purple Orchids

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Early Purple Orchids flower at the same time as bluebells - end of April/Early May
Entrance into the woods is at the bottom south eastern corner and the footpath exits just north of the orchids

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4

6.36 km

5

7.53 km

Chappel Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

Old railway bridge that was an unexpected site in Essex.
There is a car park here if needed.

Tip by

6

7.93 km

Chappel Viaduct

Highlight • Structure

It can be seen from a long way off so useful as a distance marker. And who doesn't love a viaduct?!

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B

11.2 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.82 km

3.78 km

2.06 km

1.43 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.18 km

2.22 km

1.79 km

1.43 km

464 m

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Highest point (70 m)

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