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Grab your hiking boots and wrap up warm to embark on a self-guided Family Safari Trail.

Navigate the globe, in just one day, in search of the wooden animals making our Arboretum their home for half term.

£2.00 per trail in addition to normal admission charges

On return to the shop pick up your well earned prize, then take time to refuel in the Orchard Café. Indulge with a warming mug of hot chocolate, tasty snack or hearty homecooked lunch from our new Spring menu.

Let the fun continue after your visit to Markshall Estate. Don't forget to check out the fantastic free learning resources on our website where you'll discover a range of inspirational activities: www.markshall.org.uk/education/resources/

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Ticket Type/Ticket Tariff
Adult£7.20 per ticket
Child£3.37 per ticket
Family£10.57 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Located between the towns of Braintree and Colchester, just off the A120, and less than an hour from London. Our nearest train station is Marks Tey, 5.8 miles away.

Family Safari Trail

Type:Children's Activity Event

Markshall Estate, Marks Hall Road, Coggeshall, Essex, CO6 1TG
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