Country Walking : Bradwell-on-Sea, Essex. 4/7/24

Another interesting walk from Country Walking Magazine, in a tranquil corner of South East Essex. A shorter one of 6.5 miles, undertaken on a breezy (some minor wind interference) afternoon with sunny intervals.
This walk involves a mini-bus journey from Southminster station, but is definitely 'far from the madding crowd'. This might explain why a nuclear power station was built here (ceased electricity production in 2002). By contrast, St Cedd landed nearby, from Northumberland, to build St Peter's chapel in 654 A.D, and the Romans were on the same site, building Fort Othona, before that. This is now a community centre.
Otherwise, the walk is mainly atop the sea-defence wall, with great bird-watching opportunities in season, and along an old Roman road. Thus, it's flat, never exceeding 36 feet, and often peaceful, being in the Dengie National Nature Reserve.
A very good afternoon's walking, even though a possible longer circuit had to be curtailed due to time constraints. A further visit to the area will be planned.

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