Brightlingsea – A Walker’s Paradise

Nestled on the Essex Sunshine Coast, Brightlingsea is the perfect destination for those who love to explore on foot. From peaceful nature reserves and historic landmarks to stunning coastal views, our walking routes offer something for everyone. Whether you’re here for a short stroll or a longer adventure, start your journey at Brightlingsea Harbour and uncover the charm of this Read more…

Explore the beautiful Essex countryside on this scenic 7.5-mile route, taking in farmland, creeks, and historic landmarks. Route Directions 1. Start at Thorpe-le-Soken War Memorial Head east along the B1033 towards Frinton/Walton. Pass Byng Crescent and a row of houses, then follow the roadside hedgerow. Turn left onto a field-edge footpath marked by a concrete fingerpost. After 400m, continue across Read more…

Discover trails all around Tendring and learn more about the history, culture, arts, architecture and more of different places within the district. Covering areas such as Clacton-on-Sea, Frinton-on-Sea, Harwich, Holland-on-Sea, Jaywick Sands, Manningtree, St Osyth, Walton-on-the-Naze and other locations these trails aim to promote activity within the district as well as raise awareness of the historical importance Tendring has.   Read more…

Wrabness Local Nature Reserve is located on the southern bank of the River Stour between Manningtree and Harwich, it is a mixture of unimproved grassland, wooded areas and marshland with extensive intertidal mudflats and saltmarsh. A network of paths and specially designed ramps makes for easy access for the disabled visitor. You can enjoy both Coppice woodland and watching waders Read more…

Brook Country Park is located between the A133 and London Road Roundabout in Clacton. The park consists of rough grassland with scattered blocks of young trees. It provides an informal, quiet countryside recreation for the public and contributes towards the bio-diversity of the area. There are a network of grass paths throughout the park and an all-weather access path for less Read more…

Cranleigh Close Open Space is a 2.2 acre site off Constable Avenue in Clacton. It provides quiet countryside recreation for the public and contributes to the bio-diversity of the area. It is enclosed by a hedged perimeter and has an all-weather access pathway, picnic tables and litter bins. In 2011 pupils from Cann Hall Primary School helped to plant two Read more…

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Every Saturday at 9am. The event takes place at Cliff Park, Dovercourt, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3LJ. It costs nothing to join in- however registration is mandatory. Registration is only needed one time. Click here to register. Read more…

The Mayor’s Garden in Dovercourt is a triangular shaped open space, covering an area of approximately 0.52 hectares. The garden lies at the junction of Main Road, Barrack Lane and Mayflower Avenue. It consists of formal flower beds, shrub beds, areas of grass and mature trees. There are a number of memorial trees and benches throughout the garden. The flower beds are planted twice annually Read more…

Cliff Park in Dovercourt covers an area of approximately 4.5 hectares and consists of formal garden areas, seafront shelters, a bandstand, and large open areas of grass and mature trees. There are also public conveniences and a café. Cliff Park also offers a small games area (MUGA), an informal football pitch, an outdoor gym and a children’s play area. There are a number of tarmac paths Read more…

The Green Flag Award winning Crescent Gardens in Frinton-on-Sea are triangular shaped and cover approximately half a hectare, consisting of ornamental grass, paths, shrub beds, hedges and colourful annual beds. The gardens are secluded by mature perimeter planting that offer tranquillity and a sense of enclosure. The trees and the perimeter hedges provide an important street feature and they are Read more…