Cudmore Grove Country Park
Located at the eastern end of Mersea Island this super country park is perfect for an easy coastal walk.
You can stroll along the lovely sandy beach and enjoy views across Mersea Island and Brightlingsea Reach towards Brightlingsea. There's also marshland and grassland which is perfect for picnics. The circular walk below starts at the car park and follows the beach for about a mile before returning through the countryside on a mixture of walking paths and country lanes. On the way look out for the 16th century fort and a large variety of coastal wildlife.
The park is located about 7 miles south of Colchester.
Postcode
CO5 8UE - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locationsCudmore Grove Country Park Ordnance Survey Map 
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Pubs/Cafes
There's a decent cafe at the site where you can enjoy some refreshments after your exercise.
Dog Walking
The park is ideal for dogs with open spaces and a beach to run along on. You'll likely see plenty of other dogs with their owners on your visit.
Further Information and Other Local Ideas
To extend your walk you could pick up the Mersea Island Walk which takes you around the whole island. The route takes you along the coastline visiting several beaches and the settlements of West Mersea and East Mersea.
On the northern side of Colchester there's High Woods Country Park to explore. There's some pleasant cycling and walking trails with a lake, woodland trails and a visitor centre to be found in this popular park.
For more walking ideas in the area see the Essex Walks page.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
Seat in Cudmore Grove. The seat is dedicated to a William Krupp the path is a permissive bridleway. The Country park is managed by Essex County Council.
This old pillbox is situated near the eastern end of Mersea Island, within the confines of the Country Park.
East Mersea Flats Nature Reserve viewd from the park. Sailboats in the background make this a picturesque spot.
Recent erosion of the sandy cliffs near Cudmore Grove
Beach view
Sea defences in the park. The angle of the beach turns through 60 degrees at this point, necessitating an extra strong form of defence. A concrete wall has been constructed to resist the force of the sea.