Have an adventure in the great outdoors, explore historic places or simply enjoy browsing the shops, you’ll find it all along the Flitch Line.
Running along the Brain Valley, the Flitch Line is perfect for those looking to explore the outdoors especially when two walking trails start from Braintree Railway Station! Discover the history of the area at Braintree Museum and stop off at White Notley further down the line to see the impressive 13th century Cressing Temple.
Explore the Flitch Line by foot as you discover these beautiful railway walks:
Highlights
Walk along the disused railway from Braintree to Bishop’s Storford on the Flitch Way
Step in the footsteps of John Ray, one of the most distinguished natural historians of all time, as you follow the John Ray Walk
Love shopping? Leave the train at Braintree Freeport and take your time browsing over 85 stores at the Designer Shopping Outlet
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Getting there
Take a Greater Anglia train from London Liverpool Street to Witham. Trains leave regularly throughout the day (look up times) and the journey takes approximately 45 minutes.
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Plan your trip
Take a Greater Anglia train from London Liverpool Street to Witham. Trains leave regularly throughout the day (look up times) and the journey takes approximately 45 minutes.
Attractions along the Flitch Line include:
Take an enjoyable walk along the disused railway line between Braintree and Bishop’s Storford.
Journey time – 5 minute walk from Braintree Town station
Visit this fascinating museum, learn about the area’s history and go back to school the old fashion way!
Journey time – 7 minute walk from Braintree Town station
Designer shopping outlet with over 85 stores and plenty of places to eat.
Journey time – 5 minute walk from Braintree Freeport station
Discover the history of the Knights Templar and see the Grade I listed site as it once was in the 13th century
Journey time – 23 minute walk from White Notley station