Routes

Things To Do Highlights

Bluebells in wood

This 50 acre reserve is just below the crest of the Great Totham Ridge and includes 23 acres of…

Harwich beach dog walk

Harwich Beach is a rare example of an emerging dune system in Essex, where the coast is…

Layer Marney Tower

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

cherry orchard jubilee country park

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

Amur tiger at Colchester Zoo (2021)

Colchester Zoo’s Animal Experiences offer the unique opportunity to get closer to our animals and…

Colne Valley Railway

One mile length of line with relocated buildings, large collection of heritage rolling stock, steam…

Balkerne Gate

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

Roman Theatre Foundations

Discover the foundations of the Roman Theatre, located in Colchester town centre.

View of Colchester Castle from North Side

The jewel in Colchester’s crown - an award-winning oasis of horticultural splendour boasting a…

Stock Windmill

A medium-sized brick tower mill, c.1816. It has four patent sails, a fantail and three pairs of…

Braxted Park Cookery School

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

Ha'Penny Visitor Centre

Information on everything in Harwich and historic exhibition on Harwich and the Mayflower. Free…

Pleshey Mount

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

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…

train rides for kids in cambridge

The Audley End Miniature Railway and Enchanted Fairy and Elf Walk is a family fun day out near…

Chalkwell Beach

Great for long refreshing walks, it offers a relaxing get away, with a number of cafes and kiosks…

countryside Walks

The twelve walks of between 3 and 8 miles, include walks for everyone - families, people new to…

Epping Forests District Museum

Epping Forest District Museum features seven galleries revealing the fascinating story of the…

Hopefield Animal Sanctuary

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

Braintree District Museum

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

Southend water fountain

A busy beach, with lots going on including boat trips (subject to tide changes)  Its also close to…

Southchurch Hall and Gardens

Southchurch Hall will be closed for renovation works for 8 weeks from the 15th of April…

Copped Hall

Copped Hall was the burnt-out shell of a fine Georgian mansion but now being restored. Superbly…

Colchester Castle Museum

Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of the Roman…

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