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A weatherboarded post mill, restored to working order in 1983. See the huge wood and iron gears,…
Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of the Roman…
Gently shelving sandy beach
A 3 mile / 4.8km walk on the Stour Estuary, between Essex and Suffolk, which is inspired by the…
For over 50 years the East Anglian Railway Museum has been transporting visitors of all ages back…
The bird hide and discovery room is the perfect spot to get in touch with nature as the seasons…
Housed in a disused lighthouse, the museum has specialised displays on the Royal Navy and…
Explore this fantastic country park near the centre of Colchester. A short walk from Colchester…
Westcliff Beach (at low water and with suitable footwear) offers lovely walks and is superbly…
This route is largely flat and on quiet roads, suitable for families with children over 10 years…
Mountfitchet Castle is a multi-attraction incorporating Mountfitchet Castle & Norman Village of…
Located close to the M25 and A12 in Essex, Weald Country Park is a 700 year-old, 500 acre country…
Nestled in Leigh-on-Sea`s Old Town, its a beautiful spot to watch the fishing boats coming out of…
The Nature Discovery Centre is situated in 215 acres of historic parkland. Walk, explore and…
Passing through 15 miles of countryside, along the former Bishop's Stortford to Braintree railway…
Accessible by rail this flat 2.5 mile/ 4 km riverside walk links Wivenhoe Station with the Hythe…
The Three Shells beach and Lagoon's central location makes it a popular choice, especially for…
Set in a spectacular position over looking Warren Gorge. Chafford Gorges nature park offers 200…
This fantastic children's water park is located in the centre of Promenade Park in Maldon. It is…
Remains of an ancient Leper Hospital said to have been founded in 1164 by Henry II.
A quiet haven hidden in the middle of the town this small nature reserve is approx. 2 acres with a…
The Mistley Kitchen Culinary Workshops have developed into a destination for keen cooks of all…
The Essex Police Museum covers the history of policing in Essex from its Victorian origins to…
One of Essex Wildlife Trust's best reserves. A large (600 acres) tract of ancient grazing marsh…
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