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The Essex Roadster

A road cycling route starting from Great Wakering

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Test your endurance and enjoy stunning coastal views

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Get ready for an exhilarating road cycling experience along the Essex coast. This challenging route spans 138 kilometers with a total ascent of 578 meters. Ride through picturesque towns, quaint villages, and lush countryside, all while soaking in breathtaking views of the ocean. Highlights of this route include Rochford, Stow Maries, The Moot Hall, Little Tey, Beacon Hill, Maldon, Rawreth, Ashingdon, and Barling. Suitable for experienced riders looking for a rewarding and unforgettable journey.

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138 km

578 m

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Start: Great Wakering Village center

Great Wakering: Relaxing Rides in Essex

Great Wakering is a locality in Essex, United Kingdom. From a cyclist's perspective, Great Wakering offers relatively flat terrain, making it suitable for leisurely rides and beginner cyclists. The area provides pleasant countryside scenery and opportunities to cycle along the coast. Despite lacking any famous cycling spots or notable climbs, Great Wakering is a charming destination for cyclists looking to enjoy serene rides in a tranquil setting. With its pleasant environment and leisurely routes, Great Wakering receives a rank of 3 on the cyclist perspective scale.

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RochfordTown

Rochford, a town famous for its historic market square lined with charming shops and cafes

32 km

32 km

Stow MariesVillage

Visit the Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome, the only remaining example of a purely First World War aerodrome in existence today

42 km

42 km

The Moot HallAttraction

The Moot Hall in Tollsehunt Major is a must-visit landmark, steeped in history and boasting breathtaking views from its tower

65 km

65 km

Little TeyHamlet

Little Tey, a small village with a vibrant community and stunning rural views

80 km

80 km

Beacon Hill90 mPeak

Conquer Beacon Hill, a notable climb affording panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside and coastline

90 km

90 km

MaldonTown

Experience the historic town of Maldon, well-known for its traditional sailing barges and maritime heritage

112 km

112 km

RawrethVillage

Rawreth, a peaceful village with quaint cottages and a friendly local pub

121 km

121 km

AshingdonHamlet

Ashingdon is steeped in history, with its famous church standing on the site of the 1016 Battle of Assandun

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135 km

BarlingHamlet

Barling, a small village that offers a tranquil escape and stunning views of the coastline

138 km

138 km

Finish: Great Wakering Village center

Great Wakering: Relaxing Rides in Essex

Cycling routes from Great Wakering:

The Essex Hill Circuit The Gravel Coastal Escape The Rural Gravel Loop The Coastal Explorer The Essex Gravel Explorer The Essex Roadster The Essex Gravel Challenge The Essex Hill Climber The Essex Countryside Escape The Coastal Road Adventure

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