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.

Event details

Date

January 1 - April 30, 2023

Times

8:00am - 7:00pm

Prices

Mostly free - see feature for more information

Who for?

For the whole family

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Explorer Pass

Save money with your Explorer Pass

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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Home education Forest School sessions at Danbury Country Park

Aimed at home educated children, this series of six sessions at Danbury Country Park includes nature activities, forest crafts, imagination, physical play and building things.

  • Dates:
    • February 6, 2023
    • February 27, 2023
    • March 27, 2023
    • April 17, 2023
    • May 22, 2023
    • (continued …)
  • Venue: Danbury Country Park
  • Times: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
  • Primary School aged children
  • Price:
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