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Built originally as a Napoleonic Fort in the early 19th century the tower now acts as a central hub…
Bradwell Cockle Spit on the Dengie Peninsular consists of some 30 acres of shell bank together with…
Accessible from Manningtree Station are two lovely walks to Lawford Church (2.2 miles round) and…
Accessible by rail this flat 2.5 mile/ 4 km riverside walk links Wivenhoe Station with the Hythe…
Accessible by train this route runs for just under 2 miles / 3.2km on flat footpaths from Chipping…
This 5 mile walk offers sweeping views across the valleys of the River Colne and Roman River before…
Take a voyage of discovery around the old port of Harwich and discover a wealth of maritime history.
The bird hide and discovery room is the perfect spot to get in touch with nature as the seasons…
Delve into the beautiful eight acres of Myddelton House Gardens and discover the compelling story…
Bridge End Garden was laid out by the Gibson family in the nineteenth century and is open to the…
Housed in a 14th century timber framed building in the centre of the High Street is a museum…
Housed in a former water pumping station, the Museum has a fascinating collection of power related…
The jewel in Colchester’s crown - an award-winning oasis of horticultural splendour boasting a…
Passing through 15 miles of countryside, along the former Bishop's Stortford to Braintree railway…
A medium-sized brick tower mill, c.1816. It has four patent sails, a fantail and three pairs of…
A moderately easy 13 mile walk on the Essex Way. It starts from Mistely Heath, and ends in Harwich,…
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome is a unique place with a unique history. It is the largest known…
This 15th century building, with perpendicular architecture, is light, spacious and colourful. Of…
This waterway runs through a largely unspoilt part of rural Essex and connects the county town of…
Founded in 1704 this historic library still houses Thomas Plume’s books and his small collection of…
A moderately easy 11.5-mile walk along the Essex’s Saffron Trail between Chelmsford and…
Stretching over 26 miles this park has lots to explore whether on foot or by bike. Lee Valley have…
Great Lodge is a tranquil rural estate in North Essex with a magnificent Grade 1 listed barn,…
Southchurch Hall is medieval moated manor house, which dates to the early 14th century. The house…
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