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Are you looking to plan a group friendly getaway or day trip to Essex? Whether you're organising a get together with your friends or a few days away with your extended family, a day out with a social or sports club or a U3A group day trip, we’ve got you covered with a selection of excellent value days out, tailored to suit groups of any size.
Our county offers a rich tapestry of everything that makes England great, boasting the second longest coastline in the UK, Britain's first city, the world’s longest pleasure pier at Southend-on-Sea, over 200 attractions and an abundance of vineyard, brewery and distillery tours. Whatever your interests may be, we can offer you a trip to entertain and delight you and your group. .jpg){kind=logo}
Explore the outstanding coastline and travel back in time with a group trip on an original Thames Barge from Maldon or venture out to see the seals from Walton-on-the-Naze.
Learn about the fascinating history of Essex with a group trip to the Essex Record Office, explore the ancient timber built Cressing Temple Barns, take a tour of one of the many art galleries in Essex, wander around beautiful stately homes and gardens and learn about life as it once was from the knowledgeable tour guides, or enrich your historical knowledge with a visit to a museum – you’ll be spoilt for choice when choosing a group friendly day out.
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Wickford Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 5QZTelephone
01245 324043South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford
We bought a Zoo!! a dream has come true to own our very own zoo. Come and visit us, we care about conservation and we want to share this message by having animals that are endangered in the wild.
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Audley End, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4JBTelephone
+44 (0)1799 510726Saffron Walden
The Audley End Miniature Railway and Enchanted Fairy and Elf Walk is a family fun day out near Saffron Walden, Essex full of innocent fun and imagination
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Central Museum, Victoria Avenue, Southend, Essex, SS2 6EWTelephone
+44 (0)1702 434449Southend
Southend Central Museum and Planetarium is home to an exciting selection of internationally significant archaeology, including a permanent display of the incredible Anglo Saxon Prittlewell Princely Burial. Come see the intriguing new exhibition…
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Castle Hedingham, HALSTEAD, Essex, CO9 3DJTelephone
+44 (0)1787 460261HALSTEAD
Visit Hedingham Castle for a great family day out and a memorable experience. Bring a picnic and explore the beautiful gardens and lakes then take time to explore the 110ft tall Norman Keep.
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Victoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS2 6EXTelephone
+44 (0)1702 212511Southend-on-Sea
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…
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17 South Street, Rochford, Essex, SS4 1BWTelephone
+44 (0)1702 318120Rochford
The Old House in Rochford was built in 1270. It's a real gem in the District's crown and a must see for everyone.
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39-41 Sun Street, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1ELTelephone
+44 (0)1992 716882Waltham Abbey
Epping Forest District Museum features seven galleries revealing the fascinating story of the museum's collections.
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Church Hill, Finchingfield, Essex, CM7 4NNTelephone
+44 (0)1371 811333Finchingfield
Set in picturesque Finchingfield, the 15th century Guildhall is an historic venue with its own interactive museum and shop.
It houses a range of activities and is home to an interactive Museum and the Village LibraryAddress
Essex Police Headquarters, Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 6DNTelephone
01245 457150Chelmsford
The Essex Police Museum covers the history of policing in Essex from its Victorian origins to modern day, with displays, a handling collection and children's activities.
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Little Easton, Great Dunmow, Essex, CM6 2BBTelephone
+44 (0)1371 876979Great Dunmow
Designed by Harold Peto in 1902 for 'Daisy' Countess of Warwick. Abandoned in 1950, restoration commenced in 1993. Visit the Italian garden, glade, treehouse and walled kitchen garden and be inspired.
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Low Lighthouse, Harbour Crescent, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3NJTelephone
+44 (0)1255 502872Harwich
Housed in a disused lighthouse, the museum has specialised displays on the Royal Navy and commercial shipping. History of the Royal Navy and Merchant Navy in Harwich.
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The Quay, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3HHTelephone
+44 (0)1255 502872Harwich
Information on everything in Harwich and historic exhibition on Harwich and the Mayflower. Free tourist information service and exhibition.
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Colne Valley Railway, Hedingham Station, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham, Essex, CO9 3DZTelephone
+44 (0)1787 461174Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham
One mile length of line with relocated buildings, large collection of heritage rolling stock, steam and diesel locomotives and miniature and model railways. Special events including Thomas and Santa specials.
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High Street, Old Town, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend, EssexTelephone
01702 470834Leigh-on-Sea
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.
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Harlow Sculpture Town, c/o Gibberd Gallery, Civic Centre, The Water Gardens, Harlow, Essex, CM20 1WGTelephone
+44 (0)1279 446404The Water Gardens, Harlow
Harlow is home to an exceptional and growing collection of over 101 public artworks, including masterpieces by some of the greatest sculptors of the 20th century. Plan your visit at www.sculpturetown.uk.
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Behind 29 Main Road, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3LTTelephone
+44 (0)1255 502872Harwich
A circular Fort built in 1808 with ten guns. Open as a military museum with battle re-enactments and other events held during the summer months
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Plume Building, Market Hill, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4PZTelephone
01621 854850Maldon
Founded in 1704 this historic library still houses Thomas Plume’s books and his small collection of paintings.
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Timberfields, Off Wellington Road, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3EJTelephone
+44 (0)1255 502872Harwich
Museum contains the last Clacton off-shore. Oakley Class Lifeboat 34ft and a history of the lifeboat service in Harwich.
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The Guildhall, 11 Church St, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3DSTelephone
01255 507211Harwich
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…
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