Best walks to or from Althorne
Essex · South East England | Walks by train
MapBeautiful walks starting or ending at Althorne Station.
Althorne Station Circular via St Andrew's Church
A pleasant circular over fields, woodland and several short road sections, with stunning views across the Crouch estuary, taking in the marina, Bridgemarsh Island, St Andrew's church and the war memorial.
8km.
Several short road sections have no pavement — watch for passing traffic.
Lunch stops in althorne: the Three Horseshoes, or the Huntsman and Hounds.
Documented by Essex & South Suffolk Community Rail Partnership.
North Fambridge Station to Althorne Station
A level, picturesque coastal walk along the sea wall of the tidal River Crouch between the villages of North Fambridge and Althorne, through Blue House Farm nature reserve with views of Bridgemarsh Island. Apart from a couple of stiles the path is clear throughout.
9km.
Highlights: Blue House Farm Nature Reserve.
End-of-walk reward: the Ferryboat Inn.
Documented by Essex & South Suffolk Community Rail Partnership.