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Hoe Mill Lock – Paper Mill Lock loop from Boreham

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Hoe Mill Lock – Paper Mill Lock loop from Boreham

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Hoe Mill Lock – Paper Mill Lock loop from Boreham

04:11

16.3km

70m

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: May 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.52 km

Brakey Wood

Forest

5.31 km

Footbridge Over the Ford

Highlight • River

6.13 km

South Wood

Forest

8.82 km

Hoe Mill Lock

Highlight • Structure

Pretty, good for SUP

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9.82 km

View of Ulting Church

Highlight • Religious Site

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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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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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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13.3 km

The Pauls Hill Tea Rooms at Paper Mill Lock

Highlight • River

Great place to stop for a snack.

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14.9 km

River Chelmer Swimming Spot

Highlight • River

16.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.3 km

1.41 km

483 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.4 km

3.05 km

757 m

651 m

391 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 19 May

20°C

12°C

22 %

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Hoe Mill Lock – Paper Mill Lock loop from Boreham

Footbridge Over the Ford

Hoe Mill Lock

View of Ulting Church

River Chelmer Path

Smuggler's Barn Cottage

Paper Mill Lock

The Pauls Hill Tea Rooms at Paper Mill Lock

River Chelmer Swimming Spot

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