Explore our events

Check out activities taking place in our Country Parks and Heritage Places in the listings below. From Forest School to parkrun and autumnal scavenger hunts, we've got something for you.

Looking for a new walking route? Whilst every Essex Country Park offers the perfect place to walk your fluffy friends, we’ve picked some of our top dog walks for you to enjoy. We’ve also 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.

Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife when visiting our parks and follow the tips from Belhus Woods Rangers, Laura Howles and Tom Heenan, on how to attract insects to your garden. Discover how you can make your garden into a hedgehog haven and get busy with bees with our step-by-step guide on how to build a bee hotel.