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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.
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 Harwich and along the Crouch and Roach estuaries.
Discover the rich and varied history of Essex with an unforgettable group day out. Step back in time at the remarkable timber‑framed Cressing Temple Barns, explore inspiring art galleries across the county, or wander through magnificent 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.
Want to stay a little longer? Head over to our Group‑Friendly Hotels page for plenty of ideas and inspiration.
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Lower Burnham Road, Latchingdon, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 6HFTelephone
07771 995460Latchingdon, Chelmsford
Relax in the beautiful surrounding of Clayhill Vineyard. Take in the stunning views of the River Crouch & Valley while walking among the vines.
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Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
+44 (0)1206 713 700Colchester
Firstsite is an international gallery and creative community space. See the world differently – experience the very best art and culture from around the world that inspires, empowers and opens your mind.
Colchester
Three centuries of fascinating toys, costume, clocks and decorative arts displayed in an attractive Georgian town house from 1718.
Colchester
Get up close to nature as you discover an interesting perspective on the local natural environment from the Ice Age right up to today in this much-loved family-friendly museum.
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Ongar Station, Ongar Station High Street, Station Approach, Ongar, Essex, CM5 9BNTelephone
+44 (0)1277 365200Station Approach, Ongar
Our aim is to educate, enjoy and preserve the history and community of the Epping Ongar Railway,
Epping Ongar Railway is Essex's LONGEST heritage railway and the CLOSEST TO LONDON. We run great events and arrange fun journeys for families and…
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Rowley Hill Farm, Little Walden, Essex, CB10 1UZTelephone
01799 516597Little Walden
Saffron Grange is one of Essex’s best kept secrets. A family-run vineyard nestled on the gently sloping hills just outside of Saffron Walden, it produces delicious, premium quality English Sparkling Wines. Available for informative, friendly tours…
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Landermere Farm Buildings 3A, Thorpe Le Soken, Essex, CO16 0NHTelephone
01255 258833Thorpe Le Soken
This small distillery is located just off of the estuary in Landermere. Come and see how we make our Gin with free tours on Saturdays
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1 The Quay, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3HHTelephone
01728 666329Harwich
Seal Watching Trips, Harwich is a must do experience for ocean, nature lovers and wildlife bird watchers. Book a 2 hour trip on our seal watching tour boat for all ages, at sealwatching.co.uk See seals in their natural habitat on the banks of the…
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Cooks Barge Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HNTelephone
+44 (0)1621 857567Maldon
Unwind onboard historic sailing barges ‘Hydrogen’ and ‘Thistle’ and discover unforgettable cruises along the River Blackwater from a variety of East Coast locations including Maldon, Brightlingsea, and Harwich
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Southchurch Hall Close, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2TETelephone
+44 (0)1702 467671Southend-on-Sea
Southchurch Hall is medieval moated manor house, which dates to the early 14th century.
The house allows visitors to explore what life was like during the medieval, Tudor, Stuart and Victorian times, with a beautiful selection of historic furniture…Address
Tuffon Hall, High Street Green, Sible Hedingham, Halstead, Essex, CO9 3LLTelephone
+44 01787 462288Sible Hedingham
Tuffon Hall is a modern, boutique vineyard in the heart of East Anglia. Producing award wining wines of the highest standards.
We host vineyard tours and tastings, weddings and have a range of beautiful accommodationAddress
Museum of Power - Steam Pumping Station, Hatfield Road, Langford, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6QATelephone
+44 (0)1621 843183Langford, Maldon
Housed in a former water pumping station, the Museum has a fascinating collection of power related exhibits, a tea room and picnic area, a miniature railway all set in attractive riverside grounds.
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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.
Finchingfield
A small 18th century Post Mill having one pair of stones and tailpole winding and has been extensively restored. Visitors may climb up to the first two floors.
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Epping Road, Roydon, Nazeing, Essex, EN9 2DHTelephone
+44 (0)1508 505246Nazeing
Redwings Ada Cole, near Harlow, is a Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction where animal lovers can get up close and cuddly with over 80 rescued horses, ponies, donkeys and mules – and, best of all, it’s completely FREE!
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Great Lodge, Braintree Road, Great Bardfield, Essex, CM7 4QDTelephone
01371 810776Great Bardfield
Great Lodge is a tranquil rural estate in North Essex with a magnificent Grade 1 listed barn, walled gardens, vineyard and self-catering/ B& B accommodation.
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Carriage house, Station Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4LQTelephone
+44 (0)1621 841826Maldon
An award winning collection of British military artefacts from the English Civil War to today. Collections focus on the Special Forces, espionage, uniforms, medals, swords and the Donnington Firearms Collection of over 700 guns. Family friendly…
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Fambridge Road, Althorne, Nr Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 6BZTelephone
01621 450450Althorne, Nr Chelmsford
Come for our Fine Award winning wines and stay for the view! Crouch Ridge Vineyard overlooks the River Crouch, located in the beautiful village of Althorne. Visit us for Brunch, Lunch, Afternoon Tea; Taste and Tour, Pair and Share.
The Wine Barn has…Address
Bulls Cross, Enfield, Hertfordshire, EN2 9HGTelephone
+44 (0)3000 030 610Enfield
Delve into the beautiful eight acres of Myddelton House Gardens and discover the compelling story of Edward Augustus Bowles, one of Britain’s most famous self-taught gardeners, artists and expert botanists.
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Abbey View, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1XQTelephone
+44 (0)3000 030 610Waltham Abbey
Set in the grounds of the Abbey, you can enjoy the peace and tranquility of the Rose Gardens and Orchard, explore hundreds of years of history, enjoy a picnic or take a stroll along Cornmill Stream.
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