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Christopher Jones was the Captain of the Mayflower and once lived in King’s Head Street in Harwich. His house still exists today and after recent restoration is open to visitors on request.
Friendly, family-size museum. Exhibits include moccasins, mummy cases, woolly mammoths and Wallace the Lion! Meadow for picnics with castle ruins. Winner Best Museum of social history. Accessible for disabled visitors.
Museum with photographic display of the history of Leigh-on-Sea, and fully restored fisherman's cottage, circa l850, situated in the waterside High Street of the Old Town.
Historically the most important - and dimensionally the largest - of the Knights Templar's Essex landholdings, Cressing Temple is a fascinating medieval moated farmstead boasting the oldest recorded timber-framed barn in the world.
Shoebury Common is a blue flag beach that has been recognised for its water quality, beach cleanliness, and safe pedestrian areas. There is also ramped disabled access to a wooden platform.
The common is home to Uncle Tom’s Cabin which offers a large selection of ice creams, light refreshments, and everything you need for a traditional fun family day beside the seaside. Buckets and spades at the ready!
Enjoy walks along the beach hut lined promenade that offer spectacular views of the Thames Estuary that…
Take a voyage of discovery around the old port of Harwich and discover a wealth of maritime history.
Set in the heart of the historic old seaport, Harwich’s Guildhall is a Grade I listed building dating from the 17th century. The wealth of history and heritage that it contains, along with its remarkable architecture, make it a fascinating place to visit. Interesting documents showing the connection of Harwich with Pepys, the Pilgrim Fathers and the settlement of Virginia can also be viewed.
Woodland, open grassland and lakes suitable for walking, picnics and fishing. Visitor Centre with refreshments on site. Guided tours by arrangement.
The Chapel of St Peters-on-the-Wall is the oldest church in England, situated on the Essex coast.
The Beecroft Art Gallery holds over 2000 works of art ranging from 17th century Dutch Masters to contemporary works and Fashion and Textiles. Temporary exhibitions of local artist's work, alongside dynamic collection based exhibitions provide something for everyone to enjoy.
A pleasant 5 mile walk from Colchester to the pretty riverside town of Wivenhoe.
A 280 acre ancient woodland, managed for the benefit of wildlife and the public. Traditional coppice management encourages a diverse array of animals, birds, plants and insects, including the nationally rare Heath Fritillary butterfly.
This 6.5 miles traffic free route takes you along the Sunshine Coast between Frinton Golf Club and Jaywick. With magnificent sea views, this route is perfect for all the family with a flat wide path to explore the various beaches along the way. Perfect for walking or cycling
Its sandy beach runs along Western Promenade next to Batemans Tower, a historic local landmark.
This park is in the centre of the city and offers visitors the opportunity to relax and take in green surroundings whilst remaining only a short walk away from the hustle and bustle.
Danbury Country Park offers quiet recreation amongst the walled gardens, lakes and woodland of Danbury Palace.
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