Coastal Walk from Benfleet to Leigh on Sea.
Details
We will meet at Thamara Cafe which is outside Benfleet Station at 11.35 am, for a hot drink, {to get to the cafe when you get off the train go down the steps, go through the ticket barrier on the left, as you come out of the station, the cafe is on your left}.
(if you need the toilet, the men's' is as you get off the train, the ladies is on the opposite platform}.
After our hot drink at 11.50 am, we will follow the coastal path which runs along the Thames estuary to Leigh on Sea, passing the ruins of Hadleigh Castle on the way.
Benfleet to Leigh on Sea {as image above} is about 2 hours walk, with no toilets en route.
We will arrive at the picturesque seaside town of Leigh on Sea, where we will stop for lunch.
There is an excellent fish and chip shop here and also pubs with a range of food.
The Peterboat Inn is highly recommended and has indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the waterfront,
After our lunch stop, we will continue to Leigh on Sea Rail Station to get the train back.
Total walking distance around 5-6 miles
It is recommended
You get the 10.49 am c2c train from Fenchurch Street which arrives at Benfleet at approx 11.32 , calling at Limehouse, West Ham, ( 10.58 am}
Purchase return ticket to Leigh on Sea. For those with the London over 60 oyster card , you need only book a return from Upminster.
If you are 65 and over you can purchase for £10 a C2C day rover and you can get this ticket at any C2C railway station except West Ham.
If you are under 65, you can buy a return ticket Upminster to Leigh on Sea.
( There is no time restrictions on Over 60 oyster or freedom passes on bank holidays.}
If you walk slow. or have a knee problem this walk is not for you.
If you need any more details please Paul on 07530 675739. (Not a smart phone)
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