Family-friendly boat trips in Essex: Essex Outdoors
Get ready to set sail with Essex Outdoors along the River Blackwater.
Get ready to set sail with Essex Outdoors along the River Blackwater. Whether you want to learn the ropes and try your hand at helming or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the stunning surroundings; build your day just how you want it and make family memories to last a lifetime. Pre-booking is essential. Call: 01621 776256.
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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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- Venue: Great Notley Country Park
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- Venue: Hadleigh Country Park
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