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Layer Breton Climb – The Old School House loop from West Mersea

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East Of England

Layer Breton Climb – The Old School House loop from West Mersea

Moderate

18

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Layer Breton Climb – The Old School House loop from West Mersea

02:37

61.3km

340m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Tips

Includes a short out-and-back section

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After 22.4 km for 20 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

2.22 km

The Strood Causeway to Mersea Island

Highlight • Cycleway

Connected to the mainland by a causeway, Mersea Island is essentially cut off by the tide for four hours at a time - check these before crossing. Adds a frisson of excitement to any ride.

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2

11.4 km

Birdwatching at Abberton Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Another way to cross Abberton Reservoir with water views on both sides. As the title suggests, a great spot for some mid-ride bird spotting.

Tip by

3

12.5 km

Layer Breton Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Short but noticeable ramp that rises 25m into the village. Attack it hard after coming over Abberton Reservoir.

Tip by

4

19.7 km

The Old School House

Highlight • Historical Site

Now the village hall.

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5

22.4 km

RD Burger Bar

Highlight • Restaurant

Great stop for refuelling. Loads of food options on the menu and plenty of space in the garden for bikes.

Tip by

23.9 km

Bellas Wood

Forest

7

46.4 km

View of Mersea Island Across the Marshes

Highlight • Natural

The slight elevation of the Tollesbury road gives views clear across the marshes all the way to the buildings of West Mersea rising up on the slopes of Mersea Island.

Tip by

B

61.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

60.7 km

753 m

Surfaces

49.0 km

12.4 km

< 100 m

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Wednesday 28 October

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