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Eastern Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2ERTelephone
+44 (0)1702 442200Southend-on-Sea
Sealife Adventure Zooquarium is the South-East’s premier aquatic attraction with over 40 unique displays featuring sea life from all over the world.
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Great Notley, Braintree, Essex, CM77 7FSTelephone
+44 (0)1376 347134Braintree
Passing through 15 miles of countryside, along the former Bishop's Stortford to Braintree railway line in the heart of rural Essex. Perfect for walking, cycling and horse riding.
Great Notley Country Park covers some 100 acres of open space, which is managed for the benefit of wildlife and the community. Fishing allowed daily in the large lake in the south of the park.
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Riverside Leisure Centre, Victoria Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1FGTelephone
+44 (0)1245 615050Chelmsford
Chelmsford's largest leisure centre with a superb range of facilities including an ice rink, indoor swimming pools, diving platforms, sports hall, gym, creche, children's indoor soft play area, restaurant and treatment room.
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Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8ETTelephone
+44 (0)1245 402019Chelmsford
Set in the heart of rural Essex and enjoying stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, RHS Hyde Hall is one of the finest gardens in the East of England and a haven of peace and tranquility.
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Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1EETelephone
+44 (0)1702 443400Southend-on-Sea
Adventure Island is the U.K's No.1 FREE ADMISSION Fun Park. Situated on Southend-on-Sea's famous seafront, with over 40 fabulous rides and attractions including the outrageous RAGE roller coaster.
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The Fort, Tilbury, Essex, RM18 7NRTelephone
0870 333 1181Tilbury
Henry VIII built the first fort here, and Queen Elizabeth I famously rallied her army nearby. The present fort is much the best example of its type in England, with its circuit of moats and bastioned outworks.
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Funtopia Indoor Amusement Park, Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1EETelephone
+44 (0)1702 443400Southend-on-Sea
Southend’s No.1 Family Indoor Fun Centre. Home of big entertainment for all ages, whatever the weather! Massive Soft Play – Fun-tastic Rides – Great Prize Games... all under one big roof!
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Hanningfield Reservoir, Giffords Lane, South Hanningfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8HXTelephone
0345 155 0236South Hanningfield, Chelmsford
Hanningfield Waterside Park, set in a picturesque part of Essex is open for visitors to enjoy a day out in the beautiful landscape. With a play park, cafe, gift shop, fishing, walks and lots of nature, you are certain to have a great day.
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The Avenue, BRENTWOOD, Essex, CM13 3RETelephone
+44 (0)1277 211250BRENTWOOD
Discover the magic of the Deep Dark Wood with this self-led trail searching for the amazing hand-crafted carvings of Gruffalo characters.
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The Brentwood Centre, Doddinghurst Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9NNTelephone
01277 215151Doddinghurst Road, Brentwood
A sports and leisure centre providing a Gym, Swimming Pools, Fitness Classes, 3G Football Pitch, Squash Courts, Beach Volleyball and Events.
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Colchester, Essex, CO1 2PGColchester
Explore Colchester, widely regarded as a Cycle Town, where for many years Colchester has celebrated its status as Britain's oldest recorded town- documented since it was the Celticstronghold of Camulodunum. Today it is a place which offers a happy…
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Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1GZChelmsford
From the bustling town centre of Chelmsford, to the relaxing historic maritime town of Maldon, there's certainly plenty to see. Taking in unspoilt countryside, charming villages and the Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation, there is no better way to…
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Cudmore Grove Country Park, Bromans Lane, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8UEEast Mersea, Colchester
A scenic walk around Mersea Island’s wild and rural coast. Seabirds, historic churches, oyster beds, vineyards and great food and drink.This route is uneven in places. The walk around the west side of the island has some paved sections for easy…
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Secret Nuclear Bunker, Ongar Road, Kelvedon Hatch, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 0LATelephone
+44 (0) 1277 586736Brentwood
The biggest high ropes course in Essex has 3 levels, 6 different courses, over 70 aerial obstacles with 40 meter zipwire finish. Make a day of it & try your hand at their axe & knife throwing activity at their four lane, outdoor range. Or try the…
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Fishing Lodge, Giffords Lane, South Hanningfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8HXTelephone
+44 (0)345 150 0236South Hanningfield, Chelmsford
Hanningfield Waterside Park is regarded by many as one of the best any method premier still water trout fisheries in the UK. Set within a picturesque part of Essex, this is one fishery you do not want to miss.
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Thorndon Country Park, The Avenue, Brentwood, Essex, CM13 3RZTelephone
01277 211250Brentwood
Thorndon Country Park Dog Activity Trail offers dogs and their owners the chance to interact and get fit at the same time. The trail features 10 stand-alone obstacles across 500m, all inspired by obstacles found on dog agility courses.
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Waldegraves Holiday Park, Waldegraves Lane, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8SETelephone
+44 (0)1206 382898West Mersea, Colchester
10 bay covered Driving Range for all weather practice - open to everyone. This undercover floodlit facility provides an ideal location all year round for anyone wishing to improve their game. Crazy golf, 18 hole pitch and putt course and foot golf
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Waldegraves Holiday Park, Waldegraves Lane, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8SETelephone
+44 (0)1206 381195West Mersea, Colchester
Get ready for fun with our 9-hole course FootGolf course in Essex. The latest sporting craze to sweep the UK has arrived at Waldegraves!
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The Promenade, Belsize Avenue, Jaywick, Essex, CO15 2LFTelephone
+44 (0)1255 822783Jaywick
Built originally as a Napoleonic Fort in the early 19th century the tower now acts as a central hub for the local community & visitors. There are regular arts & heritage exhibitions, talks & events.
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