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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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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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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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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.
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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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Colchester Road, Lawford, Manningtree, Essex, CO11 2BNManningtree
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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Vista Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 6DBClacton-on-Sea
Find the ideal setting for a family cycle ride or a more challenging route for the independent rider.
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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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The Heath, Mistley, Mistley Heath, Manningtree, Essex, CO11 2QHMistley Heath, Manningtree
A moderately easy 13 mile walk on the Essex Way. It starts from Mistely Heath, and ends in Harwich, at the Harwich Tower. A chance to feel beach and sand under feet for the first time since leaving Epping Forest tube station and the outskirts of…
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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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Harbour Crescent, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3NLHarwich
Take a voyage of discovery around the old port of Harwich and discover a wealth of maritime history.
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Great Sampford, SAFFRON WALDEN, Essex, CB10 2RSSAFFRON WALDEN
A circular walk through the North Essex countyside, the birthplace of legendary Highway Man Dick Turpin, from Great Sampford to Howses & Hempstead and back to Great Sampford via Free Roberts 6 miles (9.5 kms)
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Station Road, Wakes Colne, Colchester, Essex, CO6 2DSColchester
Accessible by train this 4 mile / 6.4 km walk explores the rolling countryside bordering the western flank of the Stour valley and offers sweeping views of the landscape favoured by both Gainsborough and Constable. A lovely walk with varied…
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Albert Road, Witham, Essex, CM8 2BSWitham
This nice waterside stroll follows the River Brain through the Essex town of Witham. The route runs for just under 2 miles on flat footpaths from Chipping Hill to the Whetmead Nature Reserve.
It is a very long meandering walk, parts of which…
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Church Walk, Rochford, Essex, SS4 1NLRochford
An easy 8 mile circular walk across countryside and incorporating part of the sea wall, passing a convenient pub for refreshment and returning along the banks of the Roach. Devised in partnership with Essex and South Suffolk Rail Partnership this…
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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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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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Romford Road, Aveley, South Ockendon, Essex, RM15 4XJTelephone
+44 (0)1708 865628South Ockendon
Woodland, open grassland and lakes suitable for walking, picnics and fishing permitted in two large lakes. Visitor Centre with refreshments on site.
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