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The Essex Serpent: Cudmore Grove as film location
Did you know that our very own Cudmore Grove Country Park was one of The Essex Serpent film locations?
Posted on 10th May 2022
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Green Flags for the Essex Country Parks
The Essex Country Parks are proud to be recognised for their excellent standards by receiving Green Flag status.
Posted on 21st April 2022
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Wonderful Wildflower Walks in Essex
Take a walk on the wild side this summer and discover the wonderful wildflowers which inhabit the Essex Country Parks. With flora and fauna flourishing there’s no better time to visit. Our rangers suggest walks to enjoy the best of the grassland meadows.
Posted on 27th July 2021
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Best summer picnic spots at the Essex Country Parks
Picnics have been a popular tradition since the middle ages and when the sun is shining there’s no better reason to go for a picnic! We’ve put together a list of our favourite picnic spots across the Essex Country Parks – perfect for reconnecting with friends, catching up with family and eating your favourite food alfresco. Enjoy time spent outdoors in nature with the people you love this summer.
Posted on 17th June 2021
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Get busy and make a bee hotel
It's the perfect time to help the bee population thrive in your garden. Bees are essential to our ecosystem as they help flowers and fruit pollinate. Building a bee hotel will help your garden look blooming beautiful whilst helping maintain a healthy bee population.
Posted on 20th May 2021
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National Mills Weekend: discover more about our five Explore Essex mills, located across the county
We are pleased to welcome visitors to our mills for National Mills Weekend. We are celebrating our five Essex-based mills and their history and heritage. Read on to find out more.
Posted on 7th May 2021
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