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Three Wonderful Wetland Walks
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.
Posted on 30th January 2025
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Running, walking and fitness events at the Essex Country Parks for Spring 2025
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.
Posted on 29th January 2025
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The Bird Box Project at the Essex Country Parks
Discover a new project with HMP Chelmsford that will help rehabilitate inmates and boost habitats for garden birds.
Posted on 21st January 2025
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Six surprising benefits of going to the park in the autumn and winter
Boost your mood, creativity and your physical health
Posted on 16th January 2025
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How to encourage birds to your garden
This year why not make some simple changes in your garden to encourage more visits from our flying feathered friends.
Posted on 20th December 2024
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Build a bird feeder
Why not help our feathered friends by building this simple bird feeder to keep them fed during the colder months? Not only does it help our avian associates, it’s also great way to get your children interested in nature.
Posted on 20th December 2024
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