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Enjoy a picnic, hop on a bike, explore the countryside, take a boat trip along the River Lee,…
Southchurch Hall is medieval moated manor house, which dates to the early 14th century. The house…
Take a voyage of discovery around the old port of Harwich and discover a wealth of maritime history.
Hadleigh Park offers something to everyone, it is both beautiful and diverse.
With one of the area’s best beaches and home of the UK’s second longest pier, Walton charms…
Accessible by train is this pleasant 5 mile circular walk around the village of Althorne. Allow…
This 15th Century former manorial home houses a unique brick spiral staircase, a Georgian court…
Dedham Art & Craft Centre is housed in a converted church in this popular village. The Centre…
Overlooking the River Crouch and with views across to Wallasea Island, Riverside Park is reached by…
A moderately easy 14-mile walk along the Essex Way. The walk starts from Pleshey and finishes at…
15th Century flint flushwork gatehouse to St John's Abbey (demolished)
Stretching over 26 miles this park has lots to explore whether on foot or by bike. Lee Valley have…
Sealife Adventure Zooquarium is the South-East’s premier aquatic attraction with over 40 unique…
A history of the Essex Fire Service with items from the 18th century to today including appliances,…
Visit Hedingham Castle for a great family day out and a memorable experience. Bring a picnic and…
Museum of Chelmsford will take you through Chelmsford's history, from the Ice Age, right through to…
This 15th century building, with perpendicular architecture, is light, spacious and colourful. Of…
Harwich Beach is a rare example of an emerging dune system in Essex, where the coast is…
Once an ordinary house in an ordinary street, Talliston House & Gardens has been transformed into…
A stunning Grade I listed Priory and the oldest continuously occupied building in Southend.…
Friendly, family-size museum. Exhibits include moccasins, mummy cases, woolly mammoths and Wallace…
Visit by appointment only This historical mill is one of the most attractive and fascinating…
Colchester Zoo’s Animal Experiences offer the unique opportunity to get closer to our animals and…
Accessible by rail this flat 2.5 mile/ 4 km riverside walk links Wivenhoe Station with the Hythe…
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