Walks you can reach from Bures by train
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Alternatively, view walks directly from Bures.
Marks Tey to Chappel and Wakes Colne (Essex)
15 minutes direct from Bures.
A walk across the high plateau of north-east Essex with sweeping views over the valleys of the River Colne and Roman River, passing beneath the imposing Chappel Viaduct to finish at the beautifully restored Chappel station, home of the East Anglian Railway Museum.
Chappel Viaduct
East Anglian Railway Museum
Time: 3h30 (2h walking, 1h30 lunch)
Warnings: Easy walking but can be muddy.
Walk details: Essex & South Suffolk Community Rail Partnership (local insights).
White Notley to Marks Tey (Essex)
15 minutes direct from Bures.
Beautiful. Field paths with street sections at either end and flat and easy-going.
Paycocke's House and Garden (National Trust; 3h30 in)
Grange Barn (National Trust; 3h45 in)
Time: 7h30 (6h walking, 1h30 lunch)
Walk details: Railwalks.