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Stretching over 26 miles this park has lots to explore whether on foot or by bike. Lee Valley have…
One of the most complete historic watermills in Essex with most of the original machinery. Restored…
A moderately easy 11.5-mile walk along the Essex’s Saffron Trail between Chelmsford and…
Danbury Country Park offers quiet recreation amongst the walled gardens, lakes and woodland of…
Copped Hall was the burnt-out shell of a fine Georgian mansion but now being restored. Superbly…
Woodland, open grassland and lakes suitable for walking, picnics and fishing. Visitor Centre with…
Frinton-on-Sea is a quiet family beach destination. A gently shelving sandy beach noted for its…
The remains of this imposing motte and bailey castle, built in the 12th century, dominate the…
Bradwell Cockle Spit on the Dengie Peninsular consists of some 30 acres of shell bank together with…
This 5 mile walk offers sweeping views across the valleys of the River Colne and Roman River before…
Harlow is home to an exceptional and growing collection of over 101 public artworks, including…
Visit by appointment only This historical mill is one of the most attractive and fascinating…
A weatherboarded post mill, restored to working order in 1983. See the huge wood and iron gears,…
The Essex Wildlife Trust manages nearly 240 acres of nature reserves on Danbury Ridge, a patchwork…
This 50 acre reserve is just below the crest of the Great Totham Ridge and includes 23 acres of…
Housed in a disused lighthouse, the museum has specialised displays on the Royal Navy and…
Museum with photographic display of the history of Leigh-on-Sea, and fully restored fisherman's…
The bird hide and discovery room is the perfect spot to get in touch with nature as the seasons…
Christopher Jones was the Captain of the Mayflower and once lived in King’s Head Street in Harwich.…
A moderately easy 12-mile walk along the Essex Way. The walk starts from Terling and finishes at…
This waterway runs through a largely unspoilt part of rural Essex and connects the county town of…
Mountfitchet Castle is a multi-attraction incorporating Mountfitchet Castle & Norman Village of…
A unique art trail for cyclists and walkers along the River Colne.
The jewel in Colchester’s crown - an award-winning oasis of horticultural splendour boasting a…
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