Manningtree Estuary – Mistley Towers loop from Manningtree

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Manningtree Estuary – Mistley Towers loop from Manningtree

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Manningtree Estuary – Mistley Towers loop from Manningtree

02:23

9.17km

60m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 6.33 km for 89 m

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Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.62 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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3.82 km

Hearts Delights Plant Shop and Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

opens 9.30am

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6.72 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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6.89 km

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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7.09 km

Manningtree Town and Stour Estuary View

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice little town with a scenic location at the top of the Stour estuary and a pretty, historic high street with several cafes as well as a Tesco convenience store.

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7.17 km

The Walls (Manningtree Estuary)

Highlight (Segment) • River

The road emerges from Manningtree high street and follows the river estuary; known as The Walls it is a lovely space to take a break at either the mobile burger van or ice cream truck

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7.93 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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