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Founded in 1704 this historic library still houses Thomas Plume’s books and his small collection of…
Explore the historic sights of Colchester with the Ancient Colchester App.
The jewel in Colchester’s crown - an award-winning oasis of horticultural splendour boasting a…
Great for long refreshing walks, it offers a relaxing get away, with a number of cafes and kiosks…
One of the finest surviving medieval barns in south east England and representative of the aisled…
Colchester Zoo’s Animal Experiences offer the unique opportunity to get closer to our animals and…
Westcliff Beach (at low water and with suitable footwear) offers lovely walks and is superbly…
This 15th Century former manorial home houses a unique brick spiral staircase, a Georgian court…
Covering 6 acres, these beautiful gardens and nursery were created by award-winning plantswoman…
A circular Fort built in 1808 with ten guns. Open as a military museum with battle re-enactments…
Take a voyage of discovery around the old port of Harwich and discover a wealth of maritime history.
The Nature Discovery Centre is situated in 215 acres of historic parkland. Walk, explore and…
An easy 9-mile walk along the Essex’s Saffron Trail between Great Waltham and Chelmsford. Enjoy the…
An easy 10-mile walk along the Essex’s Saffron Trail between Great Dunmow nor Great Waltham. See…
Saffron Grange is one of Essex’s best kept secrets. A family-run vineyard nestled on the gently…
Open since 2004, Gunpowder has been reclaimed and regenerated from its former use as a Royal…
Accessible by rail this flat 2.5 mile/ 4 km riverside walk links Wivenhoe Station with the Hythe…
Adventure Island is the U.K's No.1 FREE ADMISSION Fun Park. Situated on Southend-on-Sea's famous…
A picturesque 15 mile circular walk or cycle around the outskirts of Colchester.
A moderately easy 9 mile walk along the Essex’s Saffron Trail between Henham and Great Dunmow. See…
Relax in the beautiful surrounding of Clayhill Vineyard. Take in the stunning views of the River…
A circular walk through the North Essex countyside, the birthplace of legendary Highway Man Dick…
A moderately easy 12-mile walk along the Essex Way. The walk starts from Terling and finishes at…
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