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A picturesque 15 mile circular walk or cycle around the outskirts of Colchester.
Museum of Chelmsford will take you through Chelmsford's history, from the Ice Age, right through to…
A beautiful town centre park leading into Tower Gardens and West Park, Admirals is one of…
The beach huts are close to the popular Splash Park and Valley Play Area as well as being a short…
A unique art trail for cyclists and walkers along the River Colne.
Historically the most important - and dimensionally the largest - of the Knights Templar's Essex…
Hadleigh Park offers something to everyone, it is both beautiful and diverse.
A busy beach, with lots going on including Emergency Service Information Days and splash fountains.
Explore this fantastic country park near the centre of Colchester. A short walk from Colchester…
Blue House Farm was bought by the Essex Wildlife Trust in 1998 with support from the Heritage…
The jewel in Colchester’s crown - an award-winning oasis of horticultural splendour boasting a…
The tiny octagonal cottage based on the design of the 17th century Dutch settlers must be one of…
The Historic Cliff Lift has a valuable position in modern Southend, offering a practical and…
The oldest wooden church in the world, dating from the 11th century. Picturesque building in a…
Firstsite is an international gallery and creative community space. See the world differently –…
A moderately easy 13-mile walk along the Essex Way, starts at Coggeshall and finishes at West…
The Beecroft Art Gallery holds over 2000 works of art ranging from 17th century Dutch Masters to…
Stretching over 26 miles this park has lots to explore whether on foot or by bike. Lee Valley have…
A unique record of the history of textile design. The Archive celebrates fabrics and designs…
A quiet haven hidden in the middle of the town this small nature reserve is approx. 2 acres with a…
Cudmore Grove offers visitors a trip to the seaside with a difference at the eastern tip of Mersea…
A circular Fort built in 1808 with ten guns. Open as a military museum with battle re-enactments…
A history of the Essex Fire Service with items from the 18th century to today including appliances,…
Great for long refreshing walks, it offers a relaxing get away, with a number of cafes and kiosks…
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