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The River Walk
Witham resident Tom Henderson was Assistant County Planner with Essex County Council in the 1960s when Witham expanded under a GLC scheme. He was a part of the County Council planning team working with Witham Urban District Council on a plan for the future of Witham including a proposal for a river walk. When he later became chairman of the Witham & Countryside Society he was able to continue involvement to see the project completed, even after retirement.
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This has given the town a possibly unique green ribbon, from the north to the south, providing a green space close to the town centre. In April 2005 Witham Town Council became responsible for the management of the River Walk.
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The River Walk is an important feature of the Witham landscape with recreational space to enjoy walking, cycling and relaxing. It is also a haven for wildlife, which benefit from a number of habitats. The river itself is home to a variety of flora and fauna including kingfisher and water vole. Grassland is made up of wildflower meadow and banks of nettles.
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There is a public Facebook page 'Wild About Witham' which can be found here.
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Tap/Click on a map or heading below to select a part of the River Walk.
Sources: Witham Town Council; Witham & Countryside Society; Ruth and Ron Fosker; Janet Gyford.
