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Mistley Towers – Manningtree Estuary loop from Manningtree

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United Kingdom
England
East Of England
Essex
Tendring
Lawford

Mistley Towers – Manningtree Estuary loop from Manningtree

Easy

8

hikers

Mistley Towers – Manningtree Estuary loop from Manningtree

01:33

5.89km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

3.35 km

St Mary and St Michael's Church, Mistley

Highlight • Religious Site

The parish church of Mistley with Manningtree was built around 1868–70 after the original church down the road (Church of St Mary the Virgin, now Mistley Towers) was demolished.

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2

3.71 km

Mistley Towers

Highlight • Historical Site

The square symmetrical towers are in the neoclassical style, resembling tall pavilions rather than towers, with each facade pedimented and the whole surmounted by a cupola decorated with blind windows …

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3

4.75 km

Winyl Record Store & Wine Bar

Highlight • Restaurant

I picked up a 12" mid-ride but really struggled to fit it in a jersey pocket along with the bottle of wine.

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4

4.80 km

Manningtree Estuary

Highlight • Natural

Manningtree is England's smallest town, according to its residents. Don’t let that fool you into thinking there’s nothing here, though. Situated on a wildlife-rich estuary, and hailed as the gateway …

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5

4.80 km

Café Rio

Highlight • Cafe

Great cafe for coffee & cake, bike friendly!

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6

4.94 km

View of the River Stour

Highlight • Viewpoint

Harbour side view of the bay and over onto Dedham Vale (Constable country). Just down the street there are plenty of coffee shops and pubs for refreshments.

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5.89 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.13 km

1.08 km

647 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.93 km

2.49 km

436 m

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