Countryside

For a relaxing and rejuvenating weekend away head to the Essex countryside and recharge your batteries.

Essex is a largely rural county with small market towns, traditional villages and tiny hamlets linked by quiet country lanes. Undulating farmland is interspersed with small woodlands, the views interrupted by mighty oaks and ashes presided over by the hurrying skies.

Learn about the working countryside by visiting a vineyard or discover the secret life of insects at a nature reserve. Alternatively celebrate summer at a Hay Making Festival whilst sampling real Essex fare such as asparagus and "Little Scarlet" strawberries.

Suggested tours:
Essex Heartland
Historical West Essex
Sutton House to Sutton Hoo

Our latest REview is dedicated to the great outdoors and the wonderful Essex countryside. You can either download it from here by clicking the image or request a copy from the further information section.

 

 

Three new itineraries have been developed for the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and Stour Valley area. These form part of a series of 18 sustainable tourism itineraries for the eastern region special landscapes including The Norfolk Coast AONB, The Norfolk Broads, The Brecks, The Chilterns AONB and the Suffolk Coast and Heaths AONB. For more details visit: www.dedhamvalestourvalley.org or download the suggested itineraries below.

Itinerary No 1: Itinerary No 2: Itinerary No 3:

Go on, leave the car behind and keep Dedham Vale Special.

Help to keep the Dedham Vale AONB a special place by reducing the impact of motor traffic. Use this public transport guide to explore and enjoy this unique landscape with minimal impact on the environment.