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River Stort Towpath – Parndon Mill and Lock loop from Sawbridgeworth

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River Stort Towpath – Parndon Mill and Lock loop from Sawbridgeworth

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River Stort Towpath – Parndon Mill and Lock loop from Sawbridgeworth

04:19

17.0km

50m

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 12, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.00 km

Feakes Lock

Lake

3.33 km

River Stort Towpath

Highlight • River

Towpath can be muddy in places wear sturdy footwear

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4.40 km

River Stort Navigation

Highlight • River

It's tempting for cyclists to use the river to cut between Stortford/Sawbo/Harlow, but in all honesty, avoid it, there are too many people about and it's not wise to get speed up.

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6.47 km

Honeymead Marsh Conservation Area

Nature Reserve

7.42 km

Burnt Mill Lock

Highlight • Structure

Burnt Mill Lock sits along the scenic River Stort Navigation, situated adjacent to Harlow Town train station. This charming waterway is dotted with vibrant canal boats and inviting grassy banks …

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8.13 km

Parndon Mill and Canal Narrowboats

Highlight • River

8.47 km

Parndon Mill and Lock

Highlight • Viewpoint

Parndon Mill has a rich history dating back to the 19th century, when it operated as a busy watermill.

The original mill was burnt down by a fire in 1897, …

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14.3 km

The Osier Bed

Forest

14.6 km

Pishiobury Park

Highlight • Historical Site

This open green park is perfect for strolls and a picnic, offering a delightful atmosphere and rich history to explore.

The park has ties to Henry VIII, evidence of Roman …

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15.2 km

Nursery Wood

Forest

17.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.12 km

4.01 km

3.39 km

358 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.30 km

4.37 km

3.86 km

551 m

531 m

300 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 18 May

18°C

9°C

83 %

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River Stort Towpath – Parndon Mill and Lock loop from Sawbridgeworth

River Stort Towpath

River Stort Navigation

Burnt Mill Lock

Parndon Mill and Canal Narrowboats

Parndon Mill and Lock

Pishiobury Park

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