Essex County Council has produced several walking, cycling and horse riding guides for the County. These are available to download for free.

Wildside Walks

After being out of print, these are now available as individual downloads.  There are 8 walks in total: Bradwell Cocklespit, Thrift Wood, Aubrey Buxton, Roman River Valley, Weald Park, Cudmore Grove, Langdon Hills and Thorndon Park.

Danbury Walks

Six circular walks around the Danbury countryside.

Country Rides

6 circular routes to explore either on foot, by bicycle or by horse.  All routes are free of stiles/gates and range from 6 miles to 12 miles in length.  An energetic way to explore the countryside with all the family!

Navigation Walks

Features six walks on and around the towpath between Chelmsford and Heybridge Basin.  The walks range from a gentle stroll on the sea wall to the whole length of the towpath totalling 15 miles.

Essex Way

The Essex Way is a long-distance path stretching right across the County of Essex from Epping in the south-west to the port of Harwich in the north-east. Following footpaths and ancient green lanes, it covers a distance of 81 miles.

The John Ray Walk

A walk from Braintree to Witham celebrating the life of the famous botanist John Ray. The walk follows the picturesque valley of the River Brain.

The Roach Valley Way

A 23 mile circular walk around south-east Essex leading you through a rich variety of landscapes - from the ancient woodlands of Hockley to the expansive coastal margins of the Roach and Crouch Estuaries.

The Forest Way

25 mile walk following the footpaths and ancient green lanes between the unique forests of Epping and Hatfield. Rolling countryside interspersed with isolated farmsteads and tiny hamlets of a bygone age.