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A beautiful 21-mile hike on Saturday 4 October 2025, from Colchester Hospital to Ipswich Hospital through the Essex and Suffolk countryside. Perfect for anyone wishing to get fit or take on a new challenge whilst giving back to the community. Walk through picturesque historic locations side by side with our amazing Hospital Heroes Do you know anyone who has worked in the hospital or been treated? Come and support us for a fun day out! Tickets are £20 per person or £10 for ESNEFT staff, ESNEFT students, ESNEFT volunteers and OCS/Sodexo Staff.

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Guide Prices

Ticket Type/Ticket Tariff
Adult£20.00 per ticket
Concession£10.00 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

Begins at Colchester Hospital, Turner Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5JL

Public Transport Directions

Buses to Hospital doors and Turner road. Park and Ride is available from Cuckoo Farm Way, Colchester off junction 28 of the A12

Hospital Hero Hike

Type:Walking Event

Colchester Hospital, Turner Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5JL
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Opening Times

Season (4 Oct 2025)
DayTimes
Saturday09:00 - 19:00

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