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Hoe Mill Lock – Paper Mill Lock loop from Boreham

Moderate

5.0

(2)

9

hikers

Hoe Mill Lock – Paper Mill Lock loop from Boreham

04:11

16.3km

70m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1.52 km

Brakey Wood

Forest

2

5.31 km

Footbridge Over the Ford

Highlight • River

6.13 km

South Wood

Forest

4

8.82 km

Hoe Mill Lock

Highlight • Structure

Pretty, good for SUP

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5

9.82 km

View of Ulting Church

Highlight • Religious Site

6

11.5 km

River Chelmer Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

the path to bridge has broken away and is now rooty path

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7

12.9 km

Smuggler's Barn Cottage

Highlight • Settlement

Set beyond weeping willows on the banks of the River Chelmer, this gorgeous cottage is a quintessential piece of english countryside.

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8

13.3 km

Paper Mill Lock

Highlight • Rest Area

If you are looking for refreshments you can visit the Paper Mill Lock Tea Rooms .

papermilllock.co.uk

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9

13.3 km

Great place to stop for a snack.

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10

14.9 km

River Chelmer Swimming Spot

Highlight • River

B

16.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.3 km

2.03 km

1.54 km

459 m

Surfaces

11.3 km

2.01 km

1.09 km

855 m

684 m

395 m

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