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The Hare and Hounds – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from West Mersea

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The Hare and Hounds – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from West Mersea

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The Hare and Hounds – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from West Mersea

02:05

35.4km

200m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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 23, 2026

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Bus stop

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3.04 km

The Strood Tidal Causeway to Mersea Island

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Only impassable a few times per year but you can get stuck for an hour or more when it is. Watch out for high tide over about 5.3m for likely trouble.

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6.54 km

Malting Cottage Honey

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£5 per jar from the porch of a cottage, honesty box system. Since finding this I've been back several times to buy it - the honey is good.

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14.8 km

Sustrans Route Turnoff to Oliver's Lane

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The Sustrans route here is over quite rough ground and may not be suitable for wider bikes. The sign says " no motorised vehicles", not sure if that applies to …

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17.9 km

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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19.9 km

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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24.1 km

Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Another great place to stop on a long bike ride. The visitor centre features a lovely cafe with handmade hot sandwich options and a terrace with a view over the …

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33.3 km

The Strood Causeway to Mersea Island

Highlight • Cycleway

Connected to the mainland by a causeway, Mersea Island is essentially cut off by the tide for four hours at a time - check these before crossing. Adds a frisson of excitement to any ride.

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35.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.3 km

1.48 km

1.43 km

243 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

29.9 km

5.27 km

202 m

107 m

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Thursday 25 June

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The Hare and Hounds – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from West Mersea

The Strood Tidal Causeway to Mersea Island

Malting Cottage Honey

Sustrans Route Turnoff to Oliver's Lane

The Hare and Hounds

View of Abberton Reservoir

Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park

The Strood Causeway to Mersea Island

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