Explore Essex https://www.explore-essex.com/ View the latest blog posts from Explore Essex, who are helping you to discover the incredible green spaces and places on your doorstep and beyond. en-GB Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0100 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 09:35:15 +0100 Four Best Bluebell Spots at the Essex Country Parks https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/best-bluebell-walks-in-essex Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0100 In the months of April and into May Bluebells bloom and huge swathes of woodland come alive with carpets of beautiful blue flowers. We’ve pulled together the best spots to enjoy these vibrant splashes of colour in the Essex Country Parks, from Brentwood and Belhus to Danbury this spring. Top Five Family Spring Walks in Essex Country Parks and Heritage Sites https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/top-spring-walks-in-parks Thu, 27 Mar 2025 09:08:00 +0000 Spend some quality time with the family and make the most of the stunning parks and outdoor spaces in your local area. Easter Fun and Animal Mysteries Trails https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/easter-fun-country-parks Mon, 10 Mar 2025 01:30:00 +0000 Discover Animal Mysteries Easter Trail and Easter Forest School at the Essex Country Parks and places Build a nesting box https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/build-a-nesting-box Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Help our feathered friends by building a nesting box, it’s a simple and effective way to encourage more wildlife into your garden while helping to support them during their breeding season. Best things to do for active kids in Essex this February half term https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/best-for-active-kids Mon, 10 Feb 2025 12:53:00 +0000 These affordable ideas will keep your active kids amused this February half term holiday Four Romantic Park Walks in Essex https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/valentines-walks Tue, 04 Feb 2025 11:48:00 +0000 Discover romantic spots in the Essex Country Parks with panoramic views Three Wonderful Wetland Walks https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/celebrating-world-wetland-day Thu, 30 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000 Essex Country Parks contain many stunning and diverse landscapes, flora and fauna which is why we are shining a spotlight on our favourite waterside places for this year’s World Wetlands Day. Running, walking and fitness events at the Essex Country Parks for Spring 2025 https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/running-at-the-parks Wed, 29 Jan 2025 12:26:00 +0000 Bored of the treadmill or running on roads? Try running (or walking) at the Essex Country Parks and boost your fitness whilst exploring the beautiful Essex countryside. The Bird Box Project at the Essex Country Parks https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/the-bird-box-project Tue, 21 Jan 2025 10:50:00 +0000 Discover a new project with HMP Chelmsford that will help rehabilitate inmates and boost habitats for garden birds. Six surprising benefits of going to the park in the autumn and winter https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/6-benefits-of-park-aut-winter Thu, 16 Jan 2025 08:30:00 +0000 Boost your mood, creativity and your physical health Build a bird feeder https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/build-a-bird-feeder Fri, 20 Dec 2024 09:30:00 +0000 Why not help our feathered friends by building this simple bird feeder to keep them fed during the colder months? Not only does it help our avian associates, it’s also great way to get your children interested in nature. How to encourage birds to your garden https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/how-to-encourage-birds-to-your-garden Fri, 20 Dec 2024 09:30:00 +0000 This year why not make some simple changes in your garden to encourage more visits from our flying feathered friends.