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 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:29:28 +0000 https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/three-wetland-walks Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Essex Country Parks contain many stunning and diverse landscapes, flora and fauna which is why we are shining a spotlight on our favourite waterside places for this year’s World Wetlands Day. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/how-to-encourage-birds-to-your-garden Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 This year why not become a birdwatcher? Whether it's sitting in your garden or visiting an Essex Country Park and discovering a variety of bird life, it's a great way to relax, improve your wellbeing and become one with nature. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/running-at-the-parks Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Bored of the treadmill or running on roads? Try running (or walking) at the Essex Country Parks and boost your fitness whilst exploring the beautiful Essex countryside. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/four-best-snowdrop-strolls Tue, 30 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Stunning swathes of these unique flowers dominate British countryside in the New Year, so look out for snowdrops from January to March with us. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/12-reasons-to-visit-in-2026 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:13:00 +0000 Get out more this New Year to feel good. Invest in the Explorer Pass and visit all year round. Buy in January and get one month free: 13 months for the price of 12. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/a-year-at-belhus Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a country park? Here park manager, Gavin Leonard, reflects on a year in the life of Belhus Woods during 2025. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/3-festive-walks Mon, 01 Dec 2025 03:00:00 +0000 We have three fabulous festive park walks for you, from the wild Essex coast to historic landscapes, there's a walk for everyone. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/5-wonderful-winter-walks-2 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:30:00 +0000 Looking for something to do with the grandchildren, want to meet up with old friends during the week or discover somewhere new? https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/festive-trail Thu, 20 Nov 2025 13:30:00 +0000 Enjoy the free family Elf Trail and more at the Essex Country Parks and Places this December. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/four-tremendous-trees Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:06:00 +0000 This National Tree Week we are celebrating some of the significant and stunning trees at the Essex Country Parks. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/8-fascinating-facts-essex-day Mon, 20 Oct 2025 11:03:00 +0100 We’re celebrating some of the significant points of interest at our Essex Country Parks and places this Essex Day 2025. https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/simple-stick-man-cookies Fri, 10 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0100 These simple Stick Man cookies are sure to brighten up a cold winter’s day for any fans of Julia Donaldson’s and Axel Scheffler’s picture books.