Chelmsford City’s Secret Waterways

A short walk of parts of the Chelmer & Backwater Canal/waterway, which are largely unknown by most visitors and residents. A short distance from the hustle and bustle of the City and its feeder roads is a haven of peace and tranquillity, described as Chelmsford's hidden gem.

Gently walk from the busy city centre along the now peaceful waterway, which was once the major transport route supplying the town with heavy goods and ultimately led to the town becoming a major centre of engineering excellence. See the canoe rollers, the magnificent Essex Records Office, the site of the proposed new lock, the water meadows, and Barnes Mill Lock. The Basin which was once the hub of significant industrial activity and much more!

Timings & Tours

Friday 06 September:

1400

Location & directions

38 High Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1BE

Directions:

Meet at the city sign outside Metrobank.

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Please advise if you need to cancel to enable us to give the space to another.

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://www.chelmsfordhod.co.uk

Booking opens:

17 Jul 2024 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

05 Sep 2024 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

This walk will take in the High Street but also riverside terrain.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:

30

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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