This fascinating 6-mile walk explores the myriad of lanes and footpaths encircling the pretty, hilltop villages of Great Totham and Wickham Bishops, and provides an opportunity to visit one of Maldon District’s most beautiful areas of woodland in early autumn - Shut Heath Wood Nature Reserve, which is owned by the Essex Wildlife Trust.

Walk Highlight: The chance to look for early autumn colours and fungi in Shut Heath Wood Nature Reserve.

Distance: 6 miles
Time: 3 hours 30 minutes

Routes

• Accessibility of route - Walk with some muddy terrain and uneven ground. Walking boots recommended
• Public Transport - From Maldon Bus 75 09:34 Swan Hotel arriving at 09:49, Return 13:48 leaving The Bull 14:06 or 14:47. for more public transport information visit www.travelessex.co.uk
• Circular Route
• Countryside
• Length of route (miles) - 6.0
• Route - Moderate 
• Typical duration of route - 3hr 30mins

If you would like to have lunch at the “Bull” after the walk, please select option at checkout or send an email to bookings@saltmarshcoastwalkingfestival.co.uk

More information will be sent to you nearer the walk date about the arrangements.