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The beach huts are close to the popular Splash Park and Valley Play Area as well as being a short…
Easily accessible by rail this family friendly walk of approximately 5.5 miles guides you around…
Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of the Roman…
Colchester's Roman Wall is the oldest and longest surviving town wall in Britain.
Gently shelving sandy beach
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome is a unique place with a unique history. It is the largest known…
The tiny octagonal cottage based on the design of the 17th century Dutch settlers must be one of…
Explore this fantastic country park near the centre of Colchester. A short walk from Colchester…
This 5.5 acre reserve consists of the former Stow Maries Halt on the disused Maldon to South…
One mile length of line with relocated buildings, large collection of heritage rolling stock, steam…
A moderately easy 12.5 mile walk on the Essex Way. The path starts at West Bergholt, Colchester,…
A unique art trail for cyclists and walkers along the River Colne.
Cudmore Grove offers visitors a trip to the seaside with a difference at the eastern tip of Mersea…
Hopefield Animal Sanctuary is a non-profit organisation that cares for over 500 sick, unwanted and…
A circular Fort built in 1808 with ten guns. Open as a military museum with battle re-enactments…
A history of the Essex Fire Service with items from the 18th century to today including appliances,…
The Old House in Rochford was built in 1270. It's a real gem in the District's crown and a must see…
Get up close to nature as you discover an interesting perspective on the local natural environment…
The Mistley Kitchen Culinary Workshops have developed into a destination for keen cooks of all…
An easy 9-mile walk along the Essex’s Saffron Trail between Great Waltham and Chelmsford. Enjoy the…
Get ready for fun with our 9-hole course FootGolf course in Essex. The latest sporting craze to…
A pleasant 5 mile walk from Colchester to the pretty riverside town of Wivenhoe.
Tudor manor house and grounds containing furniture, pictures and memorabilia accumulated by the…
The Nature Discovery Centre is situated in 215 acres of historic parkland. Walk, explore and…
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