https://www.explore-essex.com/ View the latest blog posts from Explore Essex, who are helping you to discover the incredible green spaces and places on your doorstep and beyond. en-GB Wed, 30 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0100 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 08:30:57 +0100 https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/world-photography-day Wed, 30 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0100 To celebrate World Photography Day (Tuesday 19 August) we speak to Essex photographer Andrew Adams who explains why the changing seasons and summer inspire him. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/countryside-stewardships Mon, 21 Jul 2025 09:04:00 +0100 An ambitious programme of landscape restoration is taking place at the Essex Country Parks to boost biodiversity and strengthen habitats for rare, declining and protected species for the future. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/green-flags Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:00:00 +0100 The Essex Country Parks are proud to be recognised for their excellent standards by receiving Green Flag status. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/best-summer-essex Thu, 10 Jul 2025 12:53:00 +0100 These affordable ideas will keep your active kids amused during weekends and school holidays in Essex https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/summer-magic Thu, 03 Jul 2025 16:46:00 +0100 Make it an enchanted summer at the Essex Country Parks with our free trail and more https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/celebrate-30-years-cressing Mon, 30 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0100 Hidden behind high brick walls at the heart of the historic Cressing Temple Barns is a stunning secret garden that was fully restored three decades ago for visitors to enjoy. Come and celebrate the its 30th anniversary with us this summer. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/20-years-jmt Thu, 26 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0100 A range of summer talks and exhibitions celebrating the 20th anniversary of Jaywick Martello Tower (JMT) will take place this August. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/butterfly-survey Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:00:00 +0100 Read more about the importance of monitoring butterflies and how you can get involved. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/picnicking-in-the-parks Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:53:00 +0100 Picnics are a great way to spend time together away from distractions and are a relaxing and affordable way to enjoy long summer days in the great outdoors. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/best-essex-heritage-walks Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:57:00 +0100 Step back in time with our selection of heritage walks for every occasion. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/waterfalls-and-weirs-walk Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:30:00 +0100 If you’re looking for the tranquil walk around Maldon’s countryside and along the Rivers Blackwater and Chelmer, then the Beeleigh Falls and Heybridge trail is perfect for all ages. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/national-mills-weekend Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0100 We are celebrating our five Essex based mills and their history and heritage. Read on to find out more.