Summer Magic Trail at Great Notley Country Park

Add a touch of summer magic to the school holidays with our Summer Magic Trails at the Essex Country Parks...

Can you find the magical creatures hiding in Great Notley Country Park this summer?

Pick up* or download a FREE Summer Magic Trail sheet from Saturday 18 July until Monday 31 August.

Find fairies, trolls, and maybe even unicorns, who live deep in the hidden corners of the Essex Country Parks. Count up your answers and send them in to enter our prize draw to WIN a goody bag and Explorer Pass (worth over £85).

Cast a magic spell, have fun with the selfie board and see what else you can spy with our Summer Spotters Guide.

Make a day of it. Pack up a picnic and discover the large play trail, lakes and wildflower meadows. Or head to the café to enjoy a delicious ice cream, soft drinks and snacks.

*While stocks last.

Event details

Dates

  • July 18 - August 31, 2026

Times

10:00am - 4:00pm

Prices

Free

Who for?

Primary School aged children

Where?

Great Notley Country Park

Braintree, Great Notley, Essex, England, CM77 7FS

How to book

Simply pick up a free trail sheet from the café or print a copy from home.

The way you pay for car parking at Great Notley Country Park has changed. Plan your visit.

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Need to know

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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