Essex Explorer Magazine
Packed full of beautiful photography, seasonal features, recommended reads, recipes, competitions and much more.
Read Essex Explorer magazine for seasonal and inspirational activities, tips and features.
Explore Belhus Woods Country Park and uncover its rich history, fill your diary with a diverse selection of Essex-based events, discover how to prepare your garden for spring, cosy up with our recommended reads for 2021 and 2022, tantalise your taste buds with vegetarian Tiptree Tea Rooms recipes and much more! Why not take a look at our 22 tips for 2022 to help you get out and about in Essex this winter?
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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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