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Things To Do Highlights

Waltham Abbey Gardens

Set in the grounds of the Abbey, you can enjoy the peace and tranquility of the Rose Gardens and…

Ha'Penny Visitor Centre

Information on everything in Harwich and historic exhibition on Harwich and the Mayflower. Free…

clacton beach

This 6.5 miles traffic free route takes you along the Sunshine Coast between Frinton Golf Club and…

Burnham boats and quayside

Easily accessible by rail this family friendly walk of approximately 5.5 miles guides you around…

Hadleigh Country Park

Hadleigh Park offers something to everyone, it is both beautiful and diverse.

Maldon Beach huts in Promenade Park

The beach huts are close to the popular Splash Park and Valley Play Area as well as being a short…

Sketch of Roman Church- Peter Froste

Dating from the 4th century AD the foundations of this church near the Police Station just off the…

Braintree District Museum

This award winning museum is based in the converted Courtauld School and has displays from Crittall…

River Lee Country Park

Enjoy an invigorating walk, run or cycle ride along miles of surfaced pathways, explore the River…

Balkerne Gate

Colchester's Roman Wall is the oldest and longest surviving town wall in Britain.

Towards Cattawade

Accessible from Manningtree Station are two lovely walks to Lawford Church (2.2 miles round) and…

Guests walk through Saffron Grange Vineyard on one of its tours and tasting experiences.

Saffron Grange is one of Essex’s best kept secrets. A family-run vineyard nestled on the gently…

Chalkwell Park

A park with beautiful ornamental gardens, colourful bedding displays, an environmental garden, a…

Inside the Warner Textile Archive

A unique record of the history of textile design. The Archive celebrates fabrics and designs…

Ancient Colchester App showing Balkerne Gate

Explore the historic sights of Colchester with the Ancient Colchester App.

Martello Beach Clacton on sea

Martello Bay is located approximately one mile from town centre and is adjacent to West Beach.

St John's Abbey gatehouse

15th Century flint flushwork gatehouse to St John's Abbey (demolished)

The exterior of Hylands House with people enjoying the front lawn.

Hylands Estate includes the fascinating & beautifully restored country house, stables and 574 acres…

Brentwood Brewery

Micro Brewery based in Brentwood, Essex. We brew traditional and craft beers and offer tours and…

Wivenhoe trail

Accessible by rail this flat 2.5 mile/ 4 km riverside walk links Wivenhoe Station with the Hythe…

View of Colchester Castle from North Side

The jewel in Colchester’s crown - an award-winning oasis of horticultural splendour boasting a…

Essex Way Stage 6 - West Bergholt to Mistley Heath

A moderately easy 12.5 mile walk on the Essex Way. The path starts at West Bergholt, Colchester,…

Town-to-Sea-Sculpture-Colchester

A unique art trail for cyclists and walkers along the River Colne.

Harwich Low Lighthouse

Housed in a disused lighthouse, the museum has specialised displays on the Royal Navy and…

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