The Oldest Wooden Church in the World Autumn Walking Tour and Picnic

This tour brings back many happy memories of picking sloes with my Granny from the wild Essex hedgerown.

Using Granny’s old country recipe, we learn about the tradition of sloe berry picking.

Tour Details

2-3 miles moderate walking

Wear old walking boots that may get muddy!

Tour timings

October Only One Day!

10am to 10.30am

Meet Jane and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee and cake, and toilet stop at The King's Head Restaurant, a beautiful and atmospheric former 17th century Stage Coach Inn.

And receive a warm welcome onto the Tour by Jane!

10.30 am to 11.15

Walk to Greensted Church across the fields, along part of The Essex Way!

Field Walking with beautiful panoramic views over fields of Essex countryside.

11.15 to 11.45 am

History tour at Greensted church – the Oldest Wooden Church in the World.

The history will amaze you!

Coffee and picnic Stop at church

Please bring your own picnic! Or Jane can make a picnic for you on request!

11.45 to 12.15

Sloe Berry Picking, and demonstration of how to make Sloe Wine. Jane's old country recipe given to all guests to enjoy!

12.15 to 1pm

Walk down to Ongar

1 pm tour ends at The Kings Head Restaurant, where you can enjoy a drink or meal. Please book a restaurant place, before the tour date well in advance.

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Special Occasions whilst on Tour

Please let your Tour Guide know in advance of the tour, if you are celebrating a special occasion, and you would like this to be announced whilst on tour!