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Accessible by rail this flat 2.5 mile/ 4 km riverside walk links Wivenhoe Station with the Hythe…
An easy 10 mile walk along the Essex’s Saffron Trail between Saffron Walden and Henham Church.…
Get up close to nature as you discover an interesting perspective on the local natural environment…
Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of the Roman…
The remains of this imposing motte and bailey castle, built in the 12th century, dominate the…
Easily accessible by rail this family friendly walk of approximately 5.5 miles guides you around…
Dovercourt is a peaceful family resort with gentle shelving sand and shingle beaches. A wide range…
At All Things Alpaca, visitors are able to trek around the stunning orchards at Lathcoats Farm and…
An area of worked-out flooded gravel pits to the north of the River Blackwater. It has a variety of…
This 5 mile walk offers sweeping views across the valleys of the River Colne and Roman River before…
15th Century flint flushwork gatehouse to St John's Abbey (demolished)
Explore the historic sights of Colchester with the Ancient Colchester App.
Located in the heart of Essex this 120 acre vineyard produces award winning wines. The Cellar Shop…
Covering 6 acres, these beautiful gardens and nursery were created by award-winning plantswoman…
The bird hide and discovery room is the perfect spot to get in touch with nature as the seasons…
East Beach is a long sandy beach that is crowned with a magnificent grassy hinterland making it a…
Set in picturesque Finchingfield, the 15th century Guildhall is an historic venue with its own…
A moderately easy 12.5 mile walk on the Essex Way. The path starts at West Bergholt, Colchester,…
Harlow is home to an exceptional and growing collection of over 101 public artworks, including…
Colchester Zoo’s Animal Experiences offer the unique opportunity to get closer to our animals and…
Relax in the beautiful surrounding of Clayhill Vineyard. Take in the stunning views of the River…
Set in a spectacular position over looking Warren Gorge. Chafford Gorges nature park offers 200…
Bradwell Cockle Spit on the Dengie Peninsular consists of some 30 acres of shell bank together with…
12th Century Augustinian priory ruins.
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