Routes

Things To Do Highlights

Wivenhoe trail

Accessible by rail this flat 2.5 mile/ 4 km riverside walk links Wivenhoe Station with the Hythe…

Rayleigh museum

Housed in a 14th century timber framed building in the centre of the High Street is a museum…

Layer Marney Tower

Magnificent Tudor building with the tallest Gatehouse in Britain and 16th century Italianate…

East Anglian Railway

For over 50 years the East Anglian Railway Museum has been transporting visitors of all ages back…

Cressing Temple Barns

Historically the most important - and dimensionally the largest - of the Knights Templar's Essex…

Colchester Zoological Society

Escape to the vast plains of Africa or step into the humid habitat of Asia! With over 150 species…

Brightlingsea Beach

Its sandy beach runs along Western Promenade next to Batemans Tower, a historic local landmark. 

Natural History Museum exterior with view of War Memorial

Get up close to nature as you discover an interesting perspective on the local natural environment…

Three Shells Beach and Lagoon

The Three Shells beach and Lagoon's central location makes it a popular choice, especially for…

River Lee Country Park

Enjoy an invigorating walk, run or cycle ride along miles of surfaced pathways, explore the River…

High Woods Country Park view of lake.

High Woods Country Park is one of Colchester's beauty spots, ideal for walking, cycling, playing…

Mistley Kitchen Cookery school

The Mistley Kitchen Culinary Workshops have developed into a destination for keen cooks of all…

Rayne Heritage Board outside All Saints Church Rayne

Rayne has a rich heritage, with All Saints Parish Church as a centre for its community for over…

Danbury Ridge

The Essex Wildlife Trust manages nearly 240 acres of nature reserves on Danbury Ridge, a patchwork…

Bobbits Hole nature reserve

A quiet haven hidden in the middle of the town this small nature reserve is approx. 2 acres with a…

Pleshey Mount

The remains of this imposing motte and bailey castle, built in the 12th century, dominate the…

Adventure Inside

Southend’s No.1 Family Indoor Fun Centre. Home of big entertainment for all ages, whatever the…

Tuffon Hall

Tuffon Hall is a modern, boutique vineyard in the heart of East Anglia. Producing award wining…

Walking along the Colchester Orbital

A picturesque 15 mile circular walk or cycle around the outskirts of Colchester.

Essex Way Stage 1 - Epping Tube Station to Fyfield

A moderately easy 12 mile walk on the Essex Way. The trail starts from Epping Tube Station, Epping…

Lee valley Regional Park

Stretching over 26 miles this park has lots to explore whether on foot or by bike. Lee Valley have…

Harwich-with boats and view to Felixstowe Docks

Take a voyage of discovery around the old port of Harwich and discover a wealth of maritime history.

Thorpe Bay Beach

With spectacular views of the Thames estuary, this beach is a great place for refreshing walks and…

Waltham Abbey Gardens

Set in the grounds of the Abbey, you can enjoy the peace and tranquility of the Rose Gardens and…

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