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River Chelmer – The Hythe Quay (Maldon) loop from Southminster

River Chelmer – The Hythe Quay (Maldon) loop from Southminster

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River Chelmer – The Hythe Quay (Maldon) loop from Southminster

01:45

43.0km

220m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 12, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 20.8 km for 71 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.82 km

Althorne Hill

Highlight • Climb

Normal looking hill but gets steep around 100yards

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7.26 km

Huntsman & Hounds

Highlight • Pub

good food in a lovely spot

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13.0 km

Mundon Furze

Forest

18.9 km

River Chelmer

Highlight • Trail

Beautiful walks along the river chelmer.
Also visit the town of Maldon.

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20.9 km

St Mary the Virgin Church, Maldon

Highlight • Monument

The scene at Maldon's Hythe has been dominated by the church of St Mary the Virgin for hundreds of years. It is believed a church has existed on this site …

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21.0 km

The Hythe Quay (Maldon)

Highlight • Viewpoint

Steep down hill to Queens Head pub, spacious outdoor space.
500m away from main promenade and Public toilets are within area

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32.8 km

View of the River Crouch and Bridgemarsh Island

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great view across the estuary of the River Crouch and Bridgemarsh Island beyond from the high ground on the Althorne ridge. Best seen when heading west as road is often busy though.

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43.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.5 km

719 m

438 m

180 m

113 m

Surfaces

41.9 km

882 m

194 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 25 June

37°C

21°C

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River Chelmer – The Hythe Quay (Maldon) loop from Southminster

Althorne Hill

Huntsman & Hounds

River Chelmer

St Mary the Virgin Church, Maldon

The Hythe Quay (Maldon)

View of the River Crouch and Bridgemarsh Island

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