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New Hall Wine Estate

Located in the heart of Essex this 120 acre vineyard produces award winning wines. The Cellar Shop…

Balkerne Gate

Colchester's Roman Wall is the oldest and longest surviving town wall in Britain.

cherry orchard jubilee country park

Situated in the rolling countryside of the Roach Valley, the 200 acre country park makes the most…

The Old House, Rochford

The Old House in Rochford was built in 1270. It's a real gem in the District's crown and a must see…

Hopefield Animal Sanctuary

Hopefield Animal Sanctuary is a non-profit organisation that cares for over 500 sick, unwanted and…

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…

Hedingham Castle from the grounds

Visit Hedingham Castle for a great family day out and a memorable experience. Bring a picnic and…

Town-to-Sea-Sculpture-Colchester

A unique art trail for cyclists and walkers along the River Colne.

Sketch of Roman Church- Peter Froste

Dating from the 4th century AD the foundations of this church near the Police Station just off the…

Chappel Viaduct

Accessible by train this 4 mile / 6.4 km walk explores the rolling countryside bordering the…

Braintree District Museum

This award winning museum is based in the converted Courtauld School and has displays from Crittall…

Colourful Houses in the Dutch Quarter Colchester

This attractive area was home to Flemish Protestant refugees in the 16th Century.

Maldon Museum in the park

Social history museum of Maldon and District situated on the edge of the award winning Promenade…

St. Peter's Chapel

The Chapel of St Peters-on-the-Wall is the oldest church in England, situated on the Essex coast.

East Anglian Railway

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

Towards Cattawade

Accessible from Manningtree Station are two lovely walks to Lawford Church (2.2 miles round) and…

Central Park, Chelmsford

This park is in the centre of the city and offers visitors the opportunity to relax and take in…

Martello Beach Clacton on sea

Martello Bay is located approximately one mile from town centre and is adjacent to West Beach.

Prior's Barn

One of the finest surviving medieval barns in south east England and representative of the aisled…

Pleshey Mount

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

High Woods Country Park view of lake.

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

Braxted Park Cookery School

The Cookery School at Braxted Park, based in Essex, combines a stunning location with award-winning…

Essex Way Stage 5 - Coggeshall to West Bergholt

A moderately easy 13-mile walk along the Essex Way, starts at Coggeshall and finishes at West…

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