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The bird hide and discovery room is the perfect spot to get in touch with nature as the seasons…
A moderately easy 12.5 mile walk on the Essex Way. The path starts at West Bergholt, Colchester,…
This 50 acre reserve is just below the crest of the Great Totham Ridge and includes 23 acres of…
The remains of this imposing motte and bailey castle, built in the 12th century, dominate the…
Take a voyage of discovery around the old port of Harwich and discover a wealth of maritime history.
Discover the foundations of the Roman Theatre, located in Colchester town centre.
Founded in 1704 this historic library still houses Thomas Plume’s books and his small collection of…
Explore this fantastic country park near the centre of Colchester. A short walk from Colchester…
Southchurch Hall is medieval moated manor house, which dates to the early 14th century. The house…
Accessible by train this route runs for just under 2 miles / 3.2km on flat footpaths from Chipping…
Housed in a disused lighthouse, the museum has specialised displays on the Royal Navy and…
Get up close to nature as you discover an interesting perspective on the local natural environment…
Bridge End Garden was laid out by the Gibson family in the nineteenth century and is open to the…
Dovercourt is a peaceful family resort with gentle shelving sand and shingle beaches. A wide range…
One mile length of line with relocated buildings, large collection of heritage rolling stock, steam…
Redwings Ada Cole, near Harlow, is a Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction where animal…
A pleasant 5 mile walk from Colchester to the pretty riverside town of Wivenhoe.
A moderately easy 12 mile walk on the Essex Way. The trail starts from Epping Tube Station, Epping…
The oldest wooden church in the world, dating from the 11th century. Picturesque building in a…
Set in the grounds of the Abbey, you can enjoy the peace and tranquility of the Rose Gardens and…
Micro Brewery based in Brentwood, Essex. We brew traditional and craft beers and offer tours and…
Enjoy a picnic, hop on a bike, explore the countryside, take a boat trip along the River Lee,…
This 15th Century former manorial home houses a unique brick spiral staircase, a Georgian court…
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