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Chelmsford
Woodham Ferrers And Bicknacre

Hanningfield Reservoir – The Old Windmill Pub loop from Danbury

Moderate

10

riders

Hanningfield Reservoir – The Old Windmill Pub loop from Danbury

01:33

25.5km

180m

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: April 19, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

980 m

St Giles Church (Disused)

Highlight • Religious Site

Blink and you might miss it. This little church is on a quiet village road. Worthwhile stopping for a quick look.

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2

12.3 km

Totem Pole

Highlight • Monument

3

14.3 km

Hanningfield Reservoir Causeway

Highlight • Viewpoint

You can enjoy lovely views of Hanningfield Reservoir from this road on the south side. The reservoir is framed by beautiful woodlands and meadows, making it a favourite spot for walkers in the Essex area.

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4

14.7 km

Hanningfield Reservoir

Highlight • Natural

One of the reservoir and wildlife natural reserve of Essex. The scene can be quite dramatic (like in summer of 2018) with a low level of greenish water.

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5

17.2 km

The Old Windmill Pub

Highlight • Pub

A very nice restaurant/ bar

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6

19.6 km

The Red Lion

Highlight • Other

Traditional style pub, dating to the early 19th century.

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B

25.5 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.9 km

550 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.8 km

12.2 km

550 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (90 m)

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Friday 22 May

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