Much of the edge of Essex is by water – be it the majestic Stour, the sandy cliffs, golden coast and peaceful marshlands of the North Sea, the bustling industrial Thames or the boat-laden Lea-Stort watercourse. To these must be added historic towns, countless islands and white quarry cliffs, picturesque villages and lowland pasture – truly a bountiful and mouth-watering variety to experience in a month of walks – around the edge of Essex.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Mark Russell has spent the last four years walking the edge of Essex. His books: “Walking the Stour – an Essex River”, “The Longest Path”, “Our Southern Shore” and “East of Lea” are all combined here, together with some new sections in a month of walks around the county.