Essex offers more than just the usual countryside strolls and coastal paths. Families looking for something different will find plenty of unique and unusual walks that combine nature, history, and fun. These walks provide keep children engaged and adults interested, making them perfect for family outings. If you want to explore Essex beyond the typical routes, here are some standout options that promise adventure and discovery for all ages. These family friendly walks feature

Finding the perfect walking routes in Essex that suit children and are easy to navigate with a buggy can be a challenge. Families want safe, enjoyable paths where little ones can explore nature without the hassle of rough terrain or steep hills. This guide highlights some of the best toddler and child friendly walking routes in Essex. Essex offers a variety of landscapes, from coastal paths to woodland trails. However, not all are suitable for young children or buggies. These

Essex Woodland Playgrounds Guide There are so many beautiful woods in Essex. A walk in the woods is a great way to explore Essex. There are plenty of ways to keep children entertained in the woods, from den building, minibeast hunting, stick collecting, splashing in streams to jumping to puddles. However, a woodland playground always make out trip to the woods more enjoyable! This family friendly woodlands guide features woods across Essex - from Highwoods Country Park in Col

High Woods Country Park is a popular country park in Colchester. High Woods Country Park is a popular destination for walkers due to the wonderful meadows, lakes and woodlands. Highwoods Country Park also has nature inspired children's play areas. There are currently bouldering rocks close to the car park. There are also two play areas further into the woods, which were refurbished and reopened in December 2023. The play areas are seperated - the smaller being suitable for to

NEW for Autumn 2025! There is a BRAND NEW wooden character trail! Parks of Essex has all the details including where to find the NEW Brambly Hedge Trail, where to park for the Brambly Hedge Trail, how long the trail is and facilities nearby. This guide has everything you need to know about the Epping Forest Brambly Hedge Character Trail. But did you know that as well as the London/Essex Brambly Hedge Trail, there is also a Brambly Hedge Trail at Abberton Reservoir ? The trail

There are some truly picturesque pockets of Essex, filled with stunning landscapes and tranquil woodlands. We have a great FREE day out in Essex to share! Have you been deer feeding in Essex? Deer feeding is popular with children and adults alike. Feeding deer can be a memorable way to engage with nature, providing unforgettable experiences for animal loving children. Keep reading to discover where to feed deer in Essex. Deer Feeding Etiquette Before exploring the best locati

Exploring the outdoors with your family can create unforgettable memories, especially when it includes characters from beloved children's stories. Essex is home to several character trails that invite families to explore forests, parks, reservoirs and nature reserves. In this guide, we will highlight some of the best family-friendly trails in Essex. Essex is home to character trails based on wonderful children's stories. We have character trails based on tales by Beatrix Pott

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