Belhus Woods Country Park

Updated: June 20, 2025
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Walk Highlights

Location:
Aveley
Postcode:
RM15 4XJ
Parking:

There is a large dedicated pay and display car park at Belhus Woods Country Park in Essex, located off Romford Road (B1335) near South Ockendon. Parking charges apply (check Essex County Council website for current rates). The car park provides direct access to the visitor centre, cafe, play area, and the start of the main paths and trails. It can get very busy, especially at weekends and during school holidays, for this popular Essex attraction.

Distance:
2.00 miles
Time:
0.80 hours
Difficulty:
Easy
Terrain:

The terrain at Belhus Woods Country Park in Essex is generally flat to gently undulating. Main paths around the visitor centre and lakes are often well-surfaced (compacted gravel) and accessible for pushchairs and some wheelchairs. Woodland trails can be earth, more uneven, and very muddy after rain. This Essex park offers a good mix of path types.

Facilities:
Toilets, Cafe

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