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Colchester Castle – St Botolph's Priory loop from Hythe (Colchester)

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Colchester Castle – St Botolph's Priory loop from Hythe (Colchester)

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Colchester Castle – St Botolph's Priory loop from Hythe (Colchester)

02:21

9.02km

60m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.36 km

Colchester Castle

Highlight • Monument

This Norman castle dates from the second half of the 11th century. The keep is mostly intact and it's the largest example of its kind anywhere in Europe, built on the foundations of the Roman Temple of Claudius.

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3.99 km

St Botolph's Priory

Highlight • Religious Site

beautiful place

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5.71 km

Colchester Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Built towards the end of the 11th century, Colchester Castle is a Norman castle with a unique keep. The castle witnessed various battles including a three-month siege in 1216. By the 17th century, the castle fell into disrepair and some parts were demolished. The remaining building was used as a prison for some time before being converted in the Colchester Museum in 1860. Today you can visit the museum and its Roman artefacts.

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6.02 km

Riverside Picnic Spot

Highlight • Viewpoint

9.02 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.43 km

2.34 km

1.28 km

948 m

Surfaces

5.12 km

2.09 km

1.47 km

322 m

Elevation

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Thursday 9 July

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Colchester Castle – St Botolph's Priory loop from Hythe (Colchester)

Colchester Castle

St Botolph's Priory

Colchester Castle

Riverside Picnic Spot

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