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Join Simon Leatherdale for a sunset walk around the Arboretum to find and identify our resident bat populations. Simon was instrumental is establishing the bat colonies here at Markshall Estate and will share his expert knowledge of the different species that make the estate their home.
Bat detectors will be available for guests to share
Please dress for the weather and wear walking shoes/boots.
Suitable for 7 years and over, limited places, booking essential.
Poplar is proud to have been at the heart of the community for over 80 years. Our roots…
For over 50 years the East Anglian Railway Museum has been transporting visitors of all…
Historically the most important - and dimensionally the largest - of the Knights…
A unique record of the history of textile design. The Archive celebrates fabrics and…
One of the most complete historic watermills in Essex with most of the original machinery…
The Cookery School at Braxted Park, based in Essex, combines a stunning location with…
Tiptree is the home of the Wilkin family - where from 1885 the first Tiptree jam was made…
Home to around 180 species and set in 60 acres of parkland and lakes, Colchester…
Visit Hedingham Castle for a great family day out and a memorable experience. Bring a…
This 50 acre reserve is just below the crest of the Great Totham Ridge and includes 23…
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One mile length of line with relocated buildings, large collection of heritage rolling…
Gosbecks Archaeological Park is one of the most significant Iron Age and Roman sites in…
Great Lodge is a tranquil rural estate in North Essex with a magnificent Grade 1 listed…
Dating from the 4th century AD the foundations of this church near the Police Station…
This attractive area was home to Flemish Protestant refugees in the 16th Century.
Colchester Events delivers an exciting year-round programme of entertainment across the…
Colchester's Roman Wall is the oldest and longest surviving town wall in Britain.
Discover the foundations of the Roman Theatre, located in Colchester town centre.
15th Century flint flushwork gatehouse to St John's Abbey (demolished)
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