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United Kingdom
England
East Of England
Essex
Colchester
Layer Breton

View of Abberton Reservoir – Layer Breton Climb loop from Layer Breton

Routes
Running trails & routes
United Kingdom
England
East Of England
Essex
Colchester
Layer Breton

View of Abberton Reservoir – Layer Breton Climb loop from Layer Breton

Moderate

12

runners

View of Abberton Reservoir – Layer Breton Climb loop from Layer Breton

00:55

8.54km

50m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

158 m

The Hare and Hounds

Highlight • Restaurant

Such a great bike stop. Lovely bear and good bar food. Nice and peaceful setting.

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2

464 m

Hare and Hounds

Highlight • Pub

3

2.10 km

Cycleway Next to Abberton Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

New cyclepath which is part of a larger network of new permissive footpaths and bridleways around Abberton reservoir. A bit bumpy in places, but takes you off the 60mph Wigborough …

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4

3.70 km

Wild Birds on the Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

5

5.80 km

View of Abberton Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A tranquil part of the county where you'll got quiet roads and country lanes that surround this large reservoir. Keep your eyes peeled for the wildlife - there are thousands of wildlfowl to spot on the water.

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6

7.40 km

Layer Breton Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Short but noticeable ramp that rises 25m into the village. Attack it hard after coming over Abberton Reservoir.

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B

8.54 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.64 km

2.97 km

1.51 km

278 m

137 m

Surfaces

2.37 km

2.37 km

2.02 km

1.51 km

278 m

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Thursday 28 May

24°C

14°C

18 %

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