Are you looking for the perfect spot to enjoy a drink and some pub grub while the kids have a blast playing nearby? We've got you covered! Welcome to the Parks of Essex Guide to family friendly pubs in Essex. Parks of Essex has been curated to help you find the BEST parks and playgrounds in Essex. As well as finding playgrounds near you (check out our map!), we also have plenty of family friendly days out in Essex. Parks of Essex has Guides to Character Trails across Essex an

The Essex Splash Pad Guide 2026 Are you looking for somewhere to COOL DOWN in Essex? As temperatures in Essex start to rise, you may be looking for somewhere to keep cool. Here at Parks of Essex we have a guide to kid friendly splash pads in Essex. Here you will find fantastic splash pads across Essex including in Harlow, Brentwood, Clacton-on-Sea, Grays, Maldon and Southend-on-Sea. This post has been updated for Summer 2025 and has all the latest information as of June 2025.

Guide to Visiting Walton-on-the-Naze with Children Walton-on-the-Naze is a great family friendly place to visit in Essex. Walton-on-the-Naze is great for a day trip or an Essex summer staycation. There are plenty of things to do in Walton-on-the-Naze including seaside traditions such as building sandcastles on the sandy beaches, hiring a beach hut and eating fish and chips. Our favourite things to do in Walton-on-the-Naze with children is checking out the great play areas and

Family Friendly Beach and Riverside Playground Guide Essex has over 350 miles of beautiful coastline. In Essex you can find a mix of...

Guide to Visiting Mersea Island with Children Visit Mersea Island! Mersea Island is a great family friendly place to visit in Essex....

The Southend-on-Sea Beach Playground Guide Who doesn't love a visit to the British seaside? Essex has many great destinations for family...