23 ways to Explore Essex in 2023 with family and friends
23 ideas to kick start 2023 from walks to birdwatching, kid's play to family history, there's something for everyone.
We have come up with 23 ideas to kickstart your 2023 by exploring the great county of Essex.
Get some fresh air and get back to basics with beautiful woodland walks, giving yourself time to connect with family, friends and nature and reflect on the year gone by.
We hope our 23 ideas will help you explore or try something new in 2023 and embrace Essex’s incredible parks, culture and heritage.
Read the full feature here to inspire you this New Year.
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Our annual Explore Essex Pass will give you and your family the freedom to explore some of the incredible places and green spaces that Essex has to offer, as many times as you like throughout the year, with free parking at seven country parks, 2 or 1 on Sky Ropes, priority booking on specific events, and 10% discounts at many cafes and visitor centres.
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Jaywick Martello Tower: Coastal Open 2023
We are now accepting applications for the Coastal Open 2023.
- Dates: March 28 - August 11, 2023
- Venue: Jaywick Martello Tower
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- Price: N/A

Belhus Woods Wetland Trail for all the Family
Enjoy our FREE trail this May half term with the family, and discover fascinating facts about wetlands along the way!
- Dates: May 27 - June 11, 2023
- Venue: Belhus Woods Country Park
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Danbury Wetland Trail for all the Family
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- Dates: May 27 - June 11, 2023
- Venue: Danbury Country Park
- Times: 10:00am - 4:00pm
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