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Address
Hanningfield Waterside Park, Hanningfield Reservoir, Giffords Lane, South Hanningfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8HXTelephone
+44 (0)1268712182Price
Price £2.50 Per TicketSouth Hanningfield, Chelmsford
Leave the mess to us and let your kids imaginations run wild at our craft club.
Dates
- From:
- 27 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
Address
RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8ETTelephone
01245 402019Price
Price £6.00 per child to £18.40 per adultRettendon, Chelmsford
Brick Explorers combines outdoor exploration, wildlife learning and imaginative play, creating a summer experience the whole family can enjoy together.
Dates
- From:
- 18 July 2026to31 Aug 2026
Address
Hollytrees Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282920Price
Price £5.00 Per TicketColchester
A dinosaur-themed trail for young children at Hollytrees Museum. Solve clues, explore and earn a prize. Suitable for ages 2–5.
Dates
- From:
- 21 July 2026to1 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282920Price
FreeColchester
A summer challenge for Annual Pass holders across Colchester Castle, Hollytrees Museum and the Natural History Museum, inspired by Discover: Museum Wonders.
Dates
- From:
- 21 July 2026to1 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Natural History Museum, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1DNTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282920Price
FreeColchester
Free dinosaur and fossil-themed colouring sheets and activities for children, available daily at the Natural History Museum this summer.
Dates
- From:
- 25 July 2026to30 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
The Lounge Bar at The Rayleigh Club, Hullbridge Road, Hullbridge, Essex, SS6 9QSTelephone
+441702232377Hullbridge
Before you know it, it'll be August Bank Holiday… and we've got the perfect family day out waiting for you!
Dates
- From:
- 29 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 07:00 - 18:00
Address
Adventure Island, Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1EETelephone
01702 443400Southend-on-Sea
Prepare for a spook-tacular week of Halloween thrills...
Dates
- From:
- 24 Oct 2026to31 Oct 2026Open 11:00 -
Address
Adventure Island, Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1EETelephone
01702 443400Price
Price £10.00 Per TicketSouthend-on-Sea
Adventure Island presents Wonderland at Funtopia Indoor Amusement Park
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2026to29 Nov 2026Open 10:00 -
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- 5 Dec 2026to6 Dec 2026Open 10:00 -
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- 12 Dec 2026to13 Dec 2026Open 10:00 -
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- 19 Dec 2026to24 Dec 2026Open 10:00 -
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
01206 282939Colchester
A visit to Colchester Castle is better than ever before with interactive displays and star exhibits, like the Colchester Gladiator Vase and Fenwick Hoard of Roman treasure.
Have a go at building a Norman archway, dressing as an Iron Age Briton,…
Dates
- From:
- 29 July 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282920Price
Price £5.00 Per TicketColchester
A Moon-inspired family trail at Colchester Castle. Follow clues, solve puzzles and earn a themed prize. Suitable for ages 5+.
Dates
- From:
- 21 July 2026to1 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Hopefield Animal Sanctuary, Brentwood, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9BZTelephone
01277201110Price
Price £13.00 to £15.00 Per TicketBrentwood
Make the most of the bank holiday weekend and celebrate the End of Summer Carnival with three unforgettable days of excitement, laughter, and family-friendly entertainment. Set within the beautiful surroundings of our animal sanctuary, this…
Dates
- From:
- 29 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Hollytrees Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGTelephone
01206 282939Colchester
Come face‑to‑face with a real dinosaur as a spectacular six‑metre‑long skeleton makes its world debut in this unmissable exhibition of discovery.
Dates
- From:
- 3 Apr 2026to1 Nov 2027Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Hedingham Castle, Castle Hedingham, HALSTEAD, Essex, CO9 3DJTelephone
01787460261Price
Price £17.50 to £24.00 Per TicketHALSTEAD
Prepare for an unforgettable clash of courage and might as The Knights of Albion make their triumphant return to Hedingham Castle this August Bank Holiday weekend!
Dates
- From:
- 30 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Secret Nuclear Bunker, Ongar Road, Kelvedon Hatch, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 0LATelephone
01277586736Price
Price £60.00 to £80.00 Per TicketBrentwood
Why settle for one day of adventure when you can have six weeks? The Nuclear Adventures Summer Pass is the ultimate ticket for adrenaline-seekers and families looking to stay active all holiday long.
Dates
- From:
- 20 July 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 17:00
Address
Museum of Chelmsford, Oaklands Park, Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 9AQTelephone
+44124560570Price
FreeMoulsham Street, Chelmsford
Join us every 2nd Saturday of the month, all day (10am to 5pm), for our SEN Friendly Days.
This is an opportunity for visitors with additional or sensory needs to enjoy the museum with friends and carers, in a more relaxed atmosphere. Sound effects…
Dates
- From:
- 12 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 12 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 10 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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- 14 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Essex Fire Museum, Grays Fire Station, Hogg Lane, Grays, Essex, RM17 5QSTelephone
+441376576847Price
FreeHogg Lane, Grays
A fun day for all the family where you can check out our old fire engines, artefacts, arts and crafts, water squirting and lots more.
Dates
- From:
- 30 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
Address
Go Ape Chelmsford, Hylands Park, Greenbury Way, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 8FSTelephone
01603 895500Price
Price £26.95 Per TicketGreenbury Way, Chelmsford
This summer reconnect with nature - and each other as you take on high ropes, conquer wobbly crossings, and soar along thrilling ziplines in the incredible Hylands Park.
Dates
- From:
- 20 July 2026to6 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
The Gardens of Easton Lodge, Little Easton, Great Dunmow, Essex, CM6 2BBPrice
Price Free to £5.50 Per TicketGreat Dunmow
A tranquil garden, with plenty of shade, activities for children, dogs on leads and picnics welcome, drinks and homemade cakes on sale.
Dates
- From:
- 3 Sept 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Address
Cammas Hall Farm, Cammas Hall Farm, Needham Green, Hatfield Broad Oak, Essex, CM22 7JTPrice
Price £6.00 Per TicketNeedham Green, Hatfield Broad Oak
Brave our Dinosaur Maize Maze!
Dates
- From:
- 4 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 -
Address
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome, Flambirds Chase, Hackmans Lane, Nr Maldon, Essex, CM3 6RJTelephone
+44 (0)1245 322644Price
Price Free to £12.00 Per TicketHackmans Lane, Nr Maldon
Get out in the fresh air this half term and explore some of Essex's beautiful wildlife, in the unspoiled setting of Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome. Join our Nature Guides for fun drop-in sessions focusing on the birds, bugs and mammals that make…
Dates
- From:
- 30 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
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