Rochford & Castle Point Group
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e are a friendly, informal group established in 1994 with
approximately 300 members. The area we cover surrounds Southend-on-Sea in
south-east Essex and includes the Rochford and Castle Point districts, the
Roach and Crouch estuaries and creeks with lengthy sea wall paths amid the
abundant wildlife of the marshes. In the west of our area we have
Thundersley and Benfleet with a variety of woodland areas and Hadleigh Castle
Country Park, the castle made famous by John Constable. We extend in the south
down to Canvey Island in the Thames estuary, in the east to Great Wakering and
in the north to Rayleigh. Although the area is largely flat we nevertheless
have some diverse scenery for the walker to enjoy.
he majority of walks we provide are in our local area
though to extend the variety of walks we arrange some walks further afield.
We have thematic walks - for example canal towpaths or walks with a
historical flavour. We provide a programme of walks to suit everyone and also
join up with other local groups to provide even more variety. The walks
take place at the weekend and during the week and range from four miles upwards
to 23 miles and most are moderately paced. Slower or brisk walks are indicated
as such in our programme, which is issued every four months. Our current
programme can be found at the link alongside.
t is not necessary be a member to join in a walk - just
turn up on the day. If you enjoy the walks and want to continue walking with us
you are expected to join the Ramblers' Association to give us your
support.
any walks include a pub stop and cater for children and dogs, but
please check with the walk leader before you go. You will need strong boots,
shoes or trainers and warm and/or waterproof clothing, depending on the
weather. But remember it can be very muddy particularly outside of the summer
months. You may also want to bring a drink and a snack or lunch. Come and
join us in a walk you will be very welcome. Better still join us and become a
Walk Leader.