Amongst shire counties, Essex has one of the largest rail networks
with some 80 rail stations. The Essex & South Suffolk Community
Rail Partnership (ESSCRP) was founded in 1997 to encourage and promote
primarily off-peak travel for residents and business users of the
communities along four branch lines by stimulating a wide range
of projects, enabling the communities to increase their economic,
social and environmental welfare.
There are four railway lines covered in this partnership. One
of these lines lies to the south east of the county and Dengie Peninsular,
within the Maldon District and Chelmsford Borough areas.
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The route between Wickford and Southminster is
named "The Crouch Valley Line". Starting in the town
of Wickford it travels through the small villages of Battlesbridge,
South Woodham Ferrers, North Fambridge and Althorne through
to the popular sailing destination of Burnham on Crouch before
finishing at Southminster. |
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So take an opportunity to enjoy a journey through the beautiful
Essex countryside and discover the wealth of heritage and secrets
that Essex has to offer by visiting some historic gems mostly hidden
away in its tiny villages along the Crouch Valley rail corridor.
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