Beginners Hike, The Saffron Trail, Hadleigh Castle and Benfleet Creek

Starting at Leigh on Sea, we join the Saffron Trail to Hadleigh Castle and continue to Adders Hill into Hadleigh Country Park with excellent views across the Thames Estuary. We continue through the Benfleet downs and return via Benfleet Creek following the sea wall past Three Tree Island to finish at Leigh-on-Sea with its famous cockle sheds, where you can join us for food and a drink or take the train back to London

### 🕘 Schedule & Meeting Info

• Meeting Time: 09:00 Fenchurch street station outside the ticket office (alternatively you can meet us at the hike start point)
• Train Departure: 09:30
• Tickets: Return to Leigh On Sea
• Hike Start: 10:20, Leigh on Sea Station
• Lunch: pack lunch
• Estimated finish: 16:30 Leigh on Sea Station

🎫 Train fare is not included – please purchase your own return ticket in advance or on the day. 🚆 Book online via our affiliate link: 👉 Trainline Booking (Affiliate)
Using this link helps support our group at no extra cost to you.

### 📍 Hike Overview

• Grade: beginner Beginner

• Hiking time: 4.5 hrs with 1 hr for breaks

• Distance: km: 16km

• Accent: 230m

• Terrain: footpaths and tracks through woodland and coastal creeks

• Pace: Social with regular breaks

• Hike Leader: Gary 07968585224

🧭 Qualified, Insured Hike Leaders All GO London events are led by qualified, experienced, and fully insured hike leaders, trained in outdoor safety, navigation, and group management.

### 🎒 What to Bring

✅ Hiking boots or sturdy shoes ✅ Waterproof jacket suitable Layers for the weather and conditions ✅ Packed lunch & water ✅ Travelcard or contactless for London

### 💬 What to Expect

Our hikes are social, inclusive, and fun. Expect a welcoming community of Londoners, expats, solo walkers, professionals, and nature lovers. Most people join solo – and leave with new friends.

### ✅ RSVP Now

Spaces are limited – RSVP “Yes” to secure your place.
Full event details, reminders, and updates will be emailed in advance.

### 📲 Stay Connected 07968585224

📩 Mailing List: Go London
🌐 Website:www.golondonhiking.co.uk
🎟️ Eventbrite Page: GO London Events
📸 Instagram: @golondonhiking
👍 Facebook Page: Go London Adventure
👥 Facebook Group: Go London Hiking

### 📜 Terms & Conditions

By signing up, you agree to our full Terms & Conditions including our cancellation and refund policy.