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Discover 5 fascinating Essex mills
We are celebrating our five Essex based mills and their history and heritage. Read on to find out more.
Posted on 21st August 2026
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8 perfect parks for top dog days out at Essex Country Parks
From traffic free landscapes to waterside walks we have eight top dog walks for you and your furry friends.
Posted on 17th August 2026
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Get Busy Spotting Butterflies
Read more about the importance of monitoring butterflies and how you can get involved.
Posted on 24th July 2026
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10 affordable summer holiday ideas for active kids
These affordable ideas will keep your active kids amused during weekends and school holidays in Essex
Posted on 23rd July 2026
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Visit an archaeological dig at Cudmore Grove
Visitors to Cudmore Grove Country Park can observe an archaeological dig to uncover the fortifications of a former Tudor blockhouse this summer.
Posted on 4th July 2026
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Amazing amphibians and reptiles at Essex Country Parks
Amphibians and reptiles are important for our grassland, wetland and woodlands and we are lucky to have many of the native species at our Essex Country Parks.
Posted on 1st July 2026
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