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Elevation
16m
52 ft
Prominence
16m
Coordinates
51.5240, 0.6210
TQ819838
OS Map
178
Explorer: 163 175E
Being an island at sea level, Canvey lacks a traditional summit. Instead, it boasts wide open spaces, panoramic views and coastal promenades.
Canvey Island is primarily composed of London Clay, intermingled with a layer of gravel and sand beneath. Its unique geology has formed a patchwork of landscapes, offering a glimpse into the past shoreline of the Thames.
Visitors can enjoy views over the Thames Estuary, with possible sightings of London landmarks on the horizon including the O2 and the City skyline.
The name 'Canvey' is derived from 'cana' (canal) and 'ey' (island), aptly describing its historical geography.
Canvey Island has a rich history, having been inhabited since the Roman times. It also played a role during both world wars, with numerous defence fortifications still visible today.
A scenic walk along the shoreline offering views of the Thames and local wildlife.
Canvey Island has several car parks, with one of the most accessible located at Canvey Lake with spaces available.
Direct bus services run from nearby towns including Benfleet and Southend-on-Sea.
Canvey Island features various cafes, shops, and toilets, especially concentrated around the seafront and main shopping areas.
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Some common questions about the hills answered
Many walkers use Walkmates to join or organise walks with others. You can check for group walks around Canvey Island through the maps
Activity varies by location and time, but Walkmates lets you see whether others have shared walks or shown interest in this area. Find other people through the walking friends search walking friends for Canvey Island search or of course create your own walk for Canvey Island
Yes. If there aren’t any walks listed already, you can create a walk and make it available for others to join.
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There are often multiple ways to walk this hill, depending on experience and route preference. Walkmates helps you explore walks and routes that others have shared.
Yes. You can suggest or create routes to share with others. Walkmates focuses on the social side of walking, so routes are used to help people organise walks and explore areas together, rather than as detailed navigation tools or route libraries.
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Grid Ref: TQ819838
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