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View of Abberton Reservoir – Wrought Iron Gate by the Field loop from East Mersea

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View of Abberton Reservoir – Wrought Iron Gate by the Field loop from East Mersea

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View of Abberton Reservoir – Wrought Iron Gate by the Field loop from East Mersea

03:17

56.2km

260m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 251 m for 77 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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12.7 km

A tranquil part of the county where you'll got quiet roads and country lanes that surround this large reservoir. Keep your eyes peeled for the wildlife - there are thousands of wildlfowl to spot on the water.

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26.0 km

The Jam Factory Tea Room

Highlight • Restaurant

Home of the well known Tiptree branded jams the company also runs a couple of tearooms across the country. Check tiptree.com/tea-rooms/locations for opening times and impressions.

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32.0 km

Fan Wood

Forest

32.4 km

Wrought Iron Gate by the Field

Highlight • Other

Runs almost parallel to the B1022, so hardly any traffic.

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38.4 km

The Hare and Hounds

Highlight • Restaurant

Such a great bike stop. Lovely bear and good bar food. Nice and peaceful setting.

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40.6 km

Sustrans Route Turnoff to Oliver's Lane

Highlight • Cycleway

The Sustrans route here is over quite rough ground and may not be suitable for wider bikes. The sign says " no motorised vehicles", not sure if that applies to …

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50.2 km

The Strood Tidal Causeway to Mersea Island

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Only impassable a few times per year but you can get stuck for an hour or more when it is. Watch out for high tide over about 5.3m for likely trouble.

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56.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

53.6 km

2.59 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

43.1 km

12.5 km

270 m

234 m

144 m

Elevation

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Highest point (70 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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View of Abberton Reservoir – Wrought Iron Gate by the Field loop from East Mersea

Potholes Along Edge of Road