A walk to the most dangerous path in Britain (4K)
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- A walk along the Thames Estuary from Thorpe Bay to Shoeburyness and then to Wakering Stairs at the start of the Broomway, known as Britain's most dangerous path. Please subscribe for regular videos: bit.ly/1EJjIB8
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This walk starts at Thorpe Bay on the Thames Estuary in Essex and heads out to Shoeburyness at where the River Thames meets the North Sea. Much of the land at the end of the estuary around Shoeburyness has been owned by the military since the 1840's and is still owned by the Ministry of Defence as an active firing range. The Broomway leads from the Wakering Stairs across Maplin Sands and is regarded as the deadliest path in Britain claiming over a hundred victims over time with many more being unrecorded.
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Dream Escape by The Tides
Moonrise by Reed Mathis
Nevada City by Huma-Huma
Eureka by Huma-Huma
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A haunting landscape, all the more captivating because of unbelievably rich remnants apparently almost wherever you look. Layer upon historic and prehistoric layer. All mediated by a marvellous guide with a rare feel for such places. Terrific.
Many thanks Dave, glad you enjoyed it
Your best yet! I started having butterflies as you walked down to Wakering Stairs. I walked from Shoeburyness to Thorpe Bay 2 years ago. You have to stop every 100 yards, there was so much to see, from multiple notices, beautiful houses for the officers stationed there, plaques, weird constructions, fortresses, beams stretching out into the sea, ponds, viewing platforms and seaweedy beaches. One of my favourite walks ever. (It's good for kids too - if you know a bit about military history)
Many thanks- yes such a fascinating landscape
I watched this film in the middle of the night when I couldn't sleep. The Broom Path was even more spooky at 3am! I did enjoy it John, can't wait to see where we go next.
Such an uncanny landscape, and what an achingly beautiful sunset, the blues, greys and pinks were sublime... Thanks for taking us with you John :-)
What a fabulous Sunday evening watch John. I've learnt so much, never heard of the Most Dangerous Path in Britain before... Thanks for posting..
My pleasure Paul, glad you enjoyed it
I'm endlessly fascinated by the Broomway, found out about it 3 years ago. The whole area looks so haunting. Thank you John.
For me, this is the best video that you’ve made to date. I know it was made a while ago but I just adore your storytelling, especially at the end when you were talking about how deadly the Broomway is…..Just fantastic work John, thank you 🙏🙏
Just after WWII, my mother and her sister used to live in Westcliff. They had (both passed now) lots of tales of things out there in the sands and not just round that far... Plenty of people "lost" walking out on the sands around Southend too. Nice to see this and the music fits it well. Look forward to the next walk.
Your videos and walks are awesome. The coast is a lovely part of Essex,totally underrated. I now live in Sydney Au and really miss our beautiful countryside.
Keep on posting please I’m right there with you.
Uh? Essex is trash
That was a most enjoyable walk. Thank you.😎
Watching you on a meditative Monday morning. Delightful video full of contrasts.
What a great walk John total surprise. The pictures of the broomway with the setting sun on the sand was brilliant. I never pictured Essex could be so beautiful. Thanks buddy
Glorious John, had no idea there was such an intimidating place in Britain. You have the unflinching eye of the true documentarian. Bless you.
I worked at MoD Shoeburyness for 15 years. Interesting to watch your video on it.
Lovely work John, thanks. When I was a boy in the early 60s staying with my mum's parents in Herne Bay, we used hear booming in the distance sometimes, and my grandfather would say that they were practicing 'at Shoeburyness'. For some reason I've always remembered that.
We retired to further round the coast to Jaywick, and some days the booms travel across the open seas rattling our properties, those well above sea levels anyway, used to it all after 18 years but its alarming for newbies and holiday makers here.
I have done this walk, the other way around though, Shoeburyness to Westcliff. It’s an amazing walk. I need to do the Shoeburyness to Great Wakering next time. Geoff Marshall does mention those train tracks in one of his ‘All the stations’ videos.
I walked from Leigh on sea to Hadleigh castle a few weeks ago, that’s another great walk. Thanks for this, I thought that after East Beach it was almost impassable. Thank you for showing us the way. Great video as always
Love that castle 😍
Excited about this vid recently did Tilbury docks to East tilbury
Last weekend started at Burfleet went upto the castle on the hill and then Leigh and westgate ended up riding out on the train on southend pier.Today went to Sheerness amazing walk on isle of sheppey you been there John sir
Oh my goodness John and there you are running out of light on that dangerous road! Fascinating and breathtaking walk, thank you.
A beautiful and fascinating video John.
As a young child on holiday at Walton on the Naze, I well remember how flat the sand is, how far out the tide goes and how damned fast it came back in. Run... Run... RUN!! Still, happy days. :) Great walk. Thanks John.
Regards.
The RSPB nature reserve at Rainham, was one of those army rifle ranges, back in the 80's, now all the snipers have gone and been replaced by Snipe. You can still see some of the targets on the site.
Excellent John,was at shoeburyness in early September,walked round the old barracks,have been on foulness for one of their open days,see the broomway further up the island,tried getting on potton island as well but has a military checkpoint.
What a fab walk john...the scenery at 17.50 reminded me of farmland in America...the lone house with all the wooden fencing and golden fields...gorgeous at dusk...thanks again...
Thanks Maggie - I think this is one I’ll remember for a while
Your videos are better than anything the BBC has put out in years! Thank you for your videos.
Oh my goodness. My day out from East End as a child. Hard boiled egg and tomato picnic. My Dad told me many stories of MOD, it became a family BBQ meet and Now my walk most days from Westcliff. How have I never heard of Wakering Stairs so that’s my next adventure thank you John.
Love your content, served me well in lockdown to go through your uploads so thank you.
Chuffed to see you in my hometown. You can always see the Mulberry Harbour even in high tide, you maybe spotted it when in Thorpe bay, it looks like an upside ship that’s broken it’s back. I walked out to it with the tide one morning with my friends, occasionally swimming through some of the gullets before getting back onto the sand bars, great experience but also so scary, won’t be rushing back any time soon. You can also walk out to the end of the boom at Shoebury East Beach. Had my first experience of quick sand there too, also not rushing back to experience that too. The MOD is about 5 miles from where I live and some days you can hear and feel the ordnance get detonated. I’ve always wondered how the Shoebury and Wakering residents put up with it.
Look forward to the next upload and hope to see you back in Southend to document more of the history, I’m glad the sun showed it’s face for you too!
A very evocative video John
thanks Michael
What a landscape! Reminds me of Derek Jarman and his book Modern Nature. Also the beginning of Heart of Darkness. Thankyou again for another wonderful walk John !
What a great walk John. It reminds me of walking the coastal path at Dungeness.
Always great to accompany you on your walks John! I've long been waiting for you to walk around the Essex coast!
Thanks Ross - I want to walk some more of the Essex coast before the end of the year
This was an absolute pleasure to watch and take in. So much rich history intermingled with stunning landscapes. Thanks as always for bringing this to us John.
Looking forward to this . Sunday evening viewing. Thanks John , very inspirational.
Fantastic. Thanks for taking us with you John.
Lovely video John. Walking the Broomway is on my bucket list after reading Robert Macfarlane’s account of it. But I think finding guides is increasingly difficult. The description of the tide coming in faster than you can run is scary.
I remember walking around the Isle of Sheppey and whilst having a sandwich being surprised by the booming sound of artillery being fired from Shoeburyness. It must be strange living with that noise most days. A small reminder the sound of past wars? Would recommend doing Sheppey one day (only a bit of trespassing involved). It’d be great to see an Isle of Grain video sometime.
I remember walking along the cliffs near Lulworth Range in Dorset and spent artillery shells were all over the path. Good thing to steer clear on days when they’re firing!
The family-run Castle Inn in Lulworth is a sad loss. Still there but sold to Butcombe Ales.
Excellent stuff as ever John, when i worked in Whitstable you could hear and feel the booms from the firing ranges at Shoebury.
Absolutely love your vids, been my escapism in lockdown, and I'm now rediscovering London again.
Just brilliant John
wonderful to hear Jasey
Excellent walk, as always.
The Broomway has always fascinated me . But like yourself I’m not sure I would try walking it. Great video as usual john . Have a great week 👍🏻
Thanks Ian
I heard about the Broomway a few months ago and researched on maps but it was great to see it in your video. A great walk. Thanks.
Hi John, I love your videos. I live on the Central Coast of California and have only just discovered your channel. I call you the John Muir of the United Kingdom and love your passion and energy you put into your walks. Keep them coming please.👍
I have no idea how I ended up on this video and channel, but I'm so glad it happened; now I have to subscribe so that it's not lost again.
Hi John. Welcome to my home town 😊
If you want to know more about the coast here, my dad is 85 and grew up in Shoebury and worked on the ranges. I walked the Broomway a couple of years ago. Was sublime! Would love to share experiences with you 😊
Brilliant walk and film. It makes me look forward to venturing out when the days get longer again!
Oh wow, how did I miss this? I'm from Southend but never been brave enough and never without a guide. Must say I've spent my whole life in these waters, and don't appreciate it enough. Your video is wonderful. Sad times for Southend right now.
A most interesting experience. Excellent narration.
thanks Leon
looks magical
Gave me shivers watching this Mr Rogers.
I should get out more.
Thank you for taking us along with you .
Beautifully shot too.👏
Oh my John what an amazing treat thank you for this fascinating walk . The broom way is a legendary place the stories of which are told so well in Rachel’s book Estuary . You have brought those stories to life in this film so well . Brilliant 😊👍
Not the sort of video I normally watch but I found it very informative and enjoyable.
I have just had the pleasure of finding your videos and may i say they are absolutely fantastic, in my opinion you leave all the rest wanting, keep up your fantastic work and thank you
fairplay, I've seen the distance the tides can cover between Southend, Shoeburyness and the estuary of the Blackwater river from the air, if you got stuck with the tides coming your in Deep Trouble.
A nice and exciting walk, John, perhaps you will do it all again next summer when you have more light available.
Great Stream John
Great Wakering looks a nice place
I have not been there before I have onky been as far as
Shoeburyness.
Years ago I use to walk from the Cockle sheds at Leigh on Sea with my late Father to Southend on Sea.
Had some Seafood at Osbornes in Leigh and Rossi's ice cream at Westcliff.
Thank you for the stream John
Best wishes
Stay safe
Regards
Lee
thanks Lee
Rossis 😍
Great work John, very much enjoyed this walk.
Thanks Little Acorns
Well, that was my first ‘walk’ with you John. Most enjoyable & interesting. I will look at some more of your films.
Thank you,
it was a pleasure 😎
There were so many things I had to do this afternoon but here I am again, rooted to my chair in front of the computer, glued to your wonderful videos.
Another fascinating walk John, many thanks
What a superb video, your choice of music is perfect. Thank you I have now subscribed. Look forward to seeing you on more of your walks.
many thanks Richard
Great video John. I have been there several times and if you go further on you will come to Barling village which is of interest to me as my surname is Barling. I believe many years ago salt was transported from there. Bob.
thanks Bob - I'd like to go back and walk the River Roach so will explore the history of the area a bit more
What a great walk - I loved it - have a great week John
Thanks James
Wow .. enjoyed that John you built the mood so well.what and amazing part of England..
What a fabulous walk ! End of summer, evening of a beautiful day ..... wonderful. Thank you.
Great walk John. Thanks.
Absolutely wonderful speaking voice, John. So effortless and mellifluous, and such a pleasure to listen to.
Pleasure as always Mush.. Thank You!
cheers Wayne
One of your very best John.
Wonderful walk absolutely enjoyed every minute well done John Rogers
Evening John love watching your walks 👍🏼
We were absolutely riveted...pushing you on so we could see the view...we had never heard of the most deadly path,thank you so much for sharing this with us.
my pleasure Anne - glad you enjoyed the journey
Another great walk, a little beyond where Ive visited over numerous decades. Fantastic sunset and amazing history.
Oh that was such a great walk, with such a fantastic ending.
So nice to switch off and watch your amazing journeys. Thanks John see you next week.
Thanks James - hope you enjoy the next walk, it's a good 'un
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Thanks for another lovely day out with you wonderful scenery
A wonderful atmospheric video , John
Brilliant John! I can vouch for the danger around Shoeburyness, spent a lot of childhood swimming there at East Beach and walking out on mud flats. If you walk parallel to the Boom, (Anti Submarine pier) you eventually get to a deep channel of water in front of you. If you don't watch out for the time, the tide appears to come in sideways and you can get cut off. We were there in early 70's when a heavy sea mist came down, and two kids were still out on the flats, as it began to get dark. Coastguard called out, luckily they had got aboard a moored boat, and were safe and well. The mud there can be treacherous in certain spots, especially near the Sewage Outfall! Great place for a family pleasure beach! Loved the history of the ancient earth works, didn't know about it.
Fascinating walk Johm to a part of the East Coast I always associate with some wild parts of Britain which you showed.Glad there was no cannon fire and hope you got back home ok.Marvellous!!
Lovely walk John, Cheers mate..
Thanks Ralph
Brilliant walk, John. Thanks for sharing.
another amazing video there John! starting to pick up my miles in walking again after a while
Thoroughly enjoyable video, few very minor inaccuracies, but I learnt a great deal more and have lived in this area for over 65 years, so looking forward to your other walks and have made John a "must subscribe" recommendation to friends.
John What a Brilliant part of Essex Thank you Keep safe and see you next Sunday. 👍👍
Cheers Dave
That was enthralling!!!! Thank you!
These walks are never less than interesting, but I don't think I've enjoyed one more than this. Thank you.
What an amazing time of day and weather to arrive at Wakering Stairs in. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you John. Superb video. Absolutely fascinating.
Just found you. A lovely walk and chat. Lots to see. Thank you. Will be looking at your past journeys.
Wonderful and enriching. Thanks John
My pleasure Rob
Brilliant video John, thoroughly enjoyed that so thank you. It was really nice seeing parts of the county I have obviously heard of being Essex born and bred but never been to. Hope you got home OK.
Way to go John, keep up the good work! ; ) x
Many thanks John
This is gripping stuff! Thanks so much!
A wonderful walk. Thank you.
What a fabulous walk thank you for sharing
The flowers on the benches very moving. Another great video...
Brought back memories of frequent trips to Wakering Stairs with my late brother, who would harvest a large amount of winkles to be boiled up at home. Also the sea birds you saw were most likely Canada Geese - the Stairs are one of their gathering areas before they migrate.
The geese are actually Black Brant geese
I wonder if the thumbs down folk are annoyed that you didn’t actually walk into danger. I walked the Southend to Shoeburyness section a few years ago and going through that garrison town felt like I was entering an episode of The Avengers.
I think the most dangerous path is probably somewhere on a council estate.
I enjoyed that thanks John, as an Essex dweller this is my local coast and you've walked a bit i've not seen. great stuff
I always envy your many walks through so much history. Thank you for sharing your walks with us.
Fantastic day.
Great walk.
Pure joy John.
Den.
Thanks Den
Great walk, thanks John