Routes

Things To Do Highlights

Wivenhoe Trail view of Rowhedge across the river

A pleasant 5 mile walk from Colchester to the pretty riverside town of Wivenhoe.

Guests walk through Saffron Grange Vineyard on one of its tours and tasting experiences.

Saffron Grange is one of Essex’s best kept secrets. A family-run vineyard nestled on the gently…

Shoebury Common

Shoebury Common is a blue flag beach that has been recognised for its water quality, beach…

Maldon Splash Park

This fantastic children's water park is located in the centre of Promenade Park in Maldon. It is…

Beecroft Art Gallery

The Beecroft Art Gallery holds over 2000 works of art ranging from 17th century Dutch Masters to…

stow maries halt

This 5.5 acre reserve consists of the former Stow Maries Halt on the disused Maldon to South…

Pleshey Mount

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

METAL at Chalkwell Park

METAL provide innovative, multi-disciplinary residency space for artists from the UK and overseas…

Prior's Barn

One of the finest surviving medieval barns in south east England and representative of the aisled…

Essex Way Stage 4 - Terling to Coggeshall

A moderately easy 12-mile walk along the Essex Way. The walk starts from Terling and finishes at…

Braxted Park Cookery School

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

Lee valley Regional Park

Enjoy a picnic, hop on a bike, explore the countryside, take a boat trip along the River Lee,…

Tuffon Hall

Tuffon Hall is a modern, boutique vineyard in the heart of East Anglia. Producing award wining…

Albion beach

With one of the area’s best beaches and home of the UK’s second longest pier, Walton charms…

clacton beach

This 6.5 miles traffic free route takes you along the Sunshine Coast between Frinton Golf Club and…

Town-to-Sea-Sculpture-Colchester

A unique art trail for cyclists and walkers along the River Colne.

Southend Cliff Lift

The Historic Cliff Lift has a valuable position in modern Southend, offering a practical and…

Burnham boats and quayside

Easily accessible by rail this family friendly walk of approximately 5.5 miles guides you around…

Layer Marney Tower

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

Top of the Naze Tower

Sited at the beautiful coastal location of the Naze, this historic 86ft navigational tower houses…

Jubilee Beach

A busy beach, with lots going on including Emergency Service Information Days and splash fountains.

'Marshall' Triple Expansion Engine

Housed in a former water pumping station, the Museum has a fascinating collection of power related…

New Hall Wine Estate

Located in the heart of Essex this 120 acre vineyard produces award winning wines. The Cellar Shop…

Hollytrees Museum with Wisteria

Three centuries of fascinating toys, costume, clocks and decorative arts displayed in an attractive…

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