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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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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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Myddelton House, Bulls Cross, Enfield, Middlesex, EN2 9HGTelephone
+44 (0)3000 030 610Enfield
Enjoy a picnic, hop on a bike, explore the countryside, take a boat trip along the River Lee, discover wondrous wildlife or enjoy one of the many family events throughout the year.
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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.
Leyton
Lee Valley Riding Centre is British Horse Society approved and offers horse riding lessons for beginners through to more experienced riders as well as superb equestrian facilities, including 5* livery services and top class tuition in London.
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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River Lee Country Park, Fishers Green, Stubbins Hall Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 2EGTelephone
03000 030 610Waltham Abbey
Stretching over 26 miles this park has lots to explore whether on foot or by bike. Lee Valley have narrowed down there top ten trails to inspire and get you started.
Dedham
Theatrical walking tour of Dedham in the heart of Constable Country with Blue Badge Guides in period costume.
Join John Constable's sister, Martha, and her husband, Nathaniel, (aka Claire and Ian of GuideEast) as they take you around the village…Colchester
Join the Castle Gaolers, Nick and Mary, on this entertaining tour of Colchester - but beware this is the story of Colchester with all the nice bits taken out! It is a tale of death and disease, murder and execution, war and riot, witchcraft and…
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Chapel Lane Car Park, Chapel Lane, Hadleigh, Essex, SS7 2PPTelephone
+44 (0)1702 551072Hadleigh
Hadleigh Park offers something to everyone, it is both beautiful and diverse with one of the best UK mountain bike courses at its heart.
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Aqua Park Lakeside, Lakeside Shopping Centre, West Thurrock, Grays, Thurrock, RM20 2ABWest Thurrock, Grays
The Aqua Park challenge is has arrived! Set beside Lakeside Shopping Centre, at West Thurrock, Essex, the Aqua Park includes over 30 inflatable obstacles that include giant slides, monkey bars, blast bags and balance beams – making it the ultimate…
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The Avenue, Brentwood, Essex, CM13 3RZTelephone
+44 (0)1277 211250Brentwood
Thorndon Country Park has 500 acres of tranquil woodlands and open park space perfect for exploring the great outdoors. You can fish at Old Hall Pond with a day ticket, available from the Rangers that patrol the lakes
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The Posh Boys' Brewery and Taproom, Riverside House, 8 Lower Southend Road, Wickford, SS1 8BB8 Lower Southend Road, Wickford
A 16.5 mile voyage of real ale discovery on the Essex coast. Travel along the scenic Crouch Valley railway line from Wickford (on the Southend to London line) to Southminster, in the heart of the Dengie Peninsula and sample real ale at various…
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Woodhill Road, Danbury, Essex, CM3 4AWTelephone
+44 (0)1245 222350Danbury
Danbury Country Park offers quiet recreation amongst the walled gardens, lakes and woodland of Danbury Palace. Visitors can fish the lower lake from 8:00 am till dusk.
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Weald Road, South Weald, Essex, CM14 5QSTelephone
+44 (0)1277 261343South Weald
Located close to the M25 and A12 in Essex, Weald Country Park is a 700 year-old, 500 acre country park. Fishing allowed with purchase of daily permit.
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Victoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS2 6AESouthend-on-Sea
Accessible by train, this 2.5 mile (3.9km) family friendly walk takes you along the sea front and links Southend Central station with Chalkwell station or carry on for a further 1.5 miles (2.4 km) to Leigh on Sea station.
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Wick Lane, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3TAHarwich
Why not discover and explore the beauty of the Tendring Peninsula by bike? There’s nothing like following the beautiful coastline or taking in the picturesque villages and countryside en-route. You’ll find the ideal setting for a family cycle ride…
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Manningtree Library, High Street, Manningtree, Essex, CO11 1ADManningtree
A 3 mile / 4.8km walk on the Stour Estuary, between Essex and Suffolk, which is inspired by the 17th century East Anglian witch trials. The walk passes through quaint Manningtree and Mistley.
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Tendring, EssexTendring
A list of suggested walks in Tendring that range from 1 mile to 5 miles .
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9 Sunny Point, Walton on the Naze, Essex, CO14 8LDWalton on the Naze
This walk visits the new Crag Walk coastal defence system in Walton on the Naze before heading along the seafront in the Essex town.
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