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East Of England

The Square Compasses – St Mary's Church loop from Square and Compasses

Hiking trails & Routes

East Of England

The Square Compasses – St Mary's Church loop from Square and Compasses

Moderate

4.8

(20)

40

hikers

The Square Compasses – St Mary's Church loop from Square and Compasses

02:10

8.26km

60m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

Waypoints

A

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1

21 m

The Square Compasses

Highlight • Historical Site

The Square and Compasses is a traditional rural pub set in picturesque countryside. Right on the Essex Way, the pub serves ‘proper pies’, Sunday roasts, fresh fish, and more. The building dates to the 17th century and retains many original features.

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1.32 km

Brickhouse Wood

Forest

3

2.75 km

St Mary's Church

Highlight • Historical Site

St Mary’s is a beautiful Grade I-listed church that dates to the 11th century. Built from flint and pebble rubble, the church was extended in the 13th century and was restored in the 19th century. Inside, you can observe wall paintings above the chancel that survive from the 13th century and a marble font from the 18th century.

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3.45 km

Stockley Wood

Forest

5

4.92 km

Ford Crossing at River Chelmer

Highlight • Rest Area

Save to pass in Summer. Could be flooded in Winter

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6

4.94 km

Terling Ford

Highlight • River

beautiful shame about the hills

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7

5.42 km

White Windmill

Highlight • Monument

B

8.26 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.81 km

1.66 km

1.30 km

1.08 km

401 m

Surfaces

5.05 km

1.52 km

1.22 km

401 m

< 100 m

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