Exploring

Why not explore the local area and discover the Sunshine Coast!

For those wanting to explore the area, travel through the quaint country lanes, taking in breathtaking views and scenic landscapes to admire.

For more information on Cycling & Walking in Essex log on to: www.visitessex.com or for information Public Rights of Way: www.essex.gov.uk

Yacht clubs in Walton and Brightlingsea are popular for those wanting to gain their sea legs! Watch out for training days and regattas in the summer months.

Want to try something new? Paddle boarding, kite-surfing, boat trips, sea kayacking, mud runs… are just some of the outdoor persuits available in the area!

Sailing Walton backwaters

Walton backwaters was inpiration for Authur Ransome’s ‘Secret Waters’ from the Swallows and Amazons series of children’s books.

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    Cycling

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    For something a little more adventurous why not join the Tour de Tendring Cycle Ride which takes place annually in May where all the family can join in the fun and familiarise themselves with the local area or hire a bike locally and ride off on your own adventures. Cycle Tendring leaflets: Clacton & Great Bentley Brightlingsea & Manningtree Harwich Read more...
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    Geocaching

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    Why not try Geocaching, a fun outdoor activity and a good way to explore the local area in which the participants use a Global Positioning System (GPS). Founded in 2000, Geocaching is a unique combination of outdoor recreation and location-based technology. The game’s passionate community of millions of players use the Geocaching® app and GPS-enabled devices to find cleverly hidden Read more...
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    Holland Haven Country Park

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    Holland Haven Country Park is situated on the coast between Clacton-on-Sea and Frinton-on-Sea and is managed to conserve the landscape, coastal grazing marsh and wildlife quality of the area whilst providing for the quiet enjoyment of visitors. In addition to some interesting breeding birds in summer, the Country Park is an important point for Spring and Autumn migrants. The SSSI Read more...
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    Walking

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    Take a stroll through the award-winning Green Flag seafront gardens at Clacton or a walk on the wild side at The Lozenge Nature Area where visitors can stroll around this 2 acre site, picnic or just sit and enjoy nature.  Nearby Springmead Garden in Brightlingsea, lies in a sheltered dell with natural springs and many flower borders ranging from a Read more...
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    Wildlife Boat Trips

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    Take a Wildlife boat trip to see the seals, birdlife and view the beautiful Walton backwaters in all its glory. Read more...
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