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Accessible by train is this pleasant 5 mile circular walk around the village of Althorne. Allow…
Set in a spectacular position over looking Warren Gorge. Chafford Gorges nature park offers 200…
For over 50 years the East Anglian Railway Museum has been transporting visitors of all ages back…
One mile length of line with relocated buildings, large collection of heritage rolling stock, steam…
Visit by appointment only This historical mill is one of the most attractive and fascinating…
Explore this fantastic country park near the centre of Colchester. A short walk from Colchester…
Colchester's Roman Wall is the oldest and longest surviving town wall in Britain.
Hylands Estate includes the fascinating & beautifully restored country house, stables and 574 acres…
East Beach is a long sandy beach that is crowned with a magnificent grassy hinterland making it a…
This waterway runs through a largely unspoilt part of rural Essex and connects the county town of…
This park is in the centre of the city and offers visitors the opportunity to relax and take in…
Set in the heart of rural Essex and enjoying stunning panoramic views of the surrounding…
An easy 8-mile walk along the Essex’s Saffron Trail between Hadleigh and Southend. Look for seals,…
Frinton-on-Sea is a quiet family beach destination. A gently shelving sandy beach noted for its…
A quiet haven hidden in the middle of the town this small nature reserve is approx. 2 acres with a…
Saffron Grange is one of Essex’s best kept secrets. A family-run vineyard nestled on the gently…
This waterway runs through a largely unspoilt part of rural Essex and connects the county town of…
Three centuries of fascinating toys, costume, clocks and decorative arts displayed in an attractive…
A moderately easy 13-mile walk along the Essex Way, starts at Coggeshall and finishes at West…
A circular Fort built in 1808 with ten guns. Open as a military museum with battle re-enactments…
Firstsite is an international gallery and creative community space. See the world differently –…
Get up close to nature as you discover an interesting perspective on the local natural environment…
A moderately easy 9 mile walk along the Essex’s Saffron Trail between Henham and Great Dunmow. See…
Escape to the vast plains of Africa or step into the humid habitat of Asia! With over 150 species…
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