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Explore Essex
United Kingdom
Приєднався 10 гру 2020
Explore Essex brings together a unique group of parks and heritage venues which are owned by Essex County Council.
Our mission is to deliver a broad range of exciting facilities and activities for the people of Essex.
Conservation is also at the heart of what we do. Any money spent with the Explore Essex group of places is ultimately reinvested to help maintain and develop the sites for the benefit of visitors, and the protection of the wildlife within.
There’s something for everyone from children to grandparents whatever the weather. So come on, get out more, and make the most of the incredible spaces on your doorstep and beyond.
Our mission is to deliver a broad range of exciting facilities and activities for the people of Essex.
Conservation is also at the heart of what we do. Any money spent with the Explore Essex group of places is ultimately reinvested to help maintain and develop the sites for the benefit of visitors, and the protection of the wildlife within.
There’s something for everyone from children to grandparents whatever the weather. So come on, get out more, and make the most of the incredible spaces on your doorstep and beyond.
Landscape Restoration at Hadleigh Country Park
An ambitious programme of landscape restoration is taking place at the Essex Country Parks.
The work aims to boost biodiversity and strengthen habitats for rare, declining and protected species for the future.
The work is made possible thanks to grants from the Countryside Stewardship scheme and National Highways.
Read more: www.explore-essex.com/landscape-restoration-hadleigh
The work aims to boost biodiversity and strengthen habitats for rare, declining and protected species for the future.
The work is made possible thanks to grants from the Countryside Stewardship scheme and National Highways.
Read more: www.explore-essex.com/landscape-restoration-hadleigh
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Landscape Restoration at Thorndon Country Park
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An ambitious programme of landscape restoration is taking place at the Essex Country Parks. The work aims to boost biodiversity and strengthen habitats for rare, declining and protected species for the future. The work is made possible thanks to grants from the Countryside Stewardship scheme and National Highways. Read more: www.explore-essex.com/landscape-restoration-thorndon
Landscape Restoration at Weald Country Park
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An ambitious programme of landscape restoration is taking place at the Essex Country Parks! The work aims to boost biodiversity and strengthen habitats for rare, declining and protected species for the future. The work is made possible thanks to grants from the Countryside Stewardship scheme and National Highways. Read more: www.explore-essex.com/landscape-restoration-weald
Essex Country Parks Landscape Restoration
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An ambitious programme of landscape restoration is taking place at the Essex Country Parks. The work aims to boost biodiversity and strengthen habitats for rare, declining and protected species for the future. The work is made possible thanks to grants from the Countryside Stewardship scheme and National Highways. Read more: www.explore-essex.com/blog/countryside-stewardships
Cudmore Grove Country Park - a nature reserve with of over 102 acres of unique coastal landscapes.
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Here we capture Cudmore Grove Country Park, an amazing nature reserve on Mersea Island covering over 102 acres. Nestled on the coast where the Colne Estuary meets the Blackwater Estuary, you'll find impressive views across the park and estuaries, sandy beaches and salt marsh, rolling grasslands and meadows buzzing with wildlife. From coastal walks and beach to a themed kid’s play area, it's the...
Thorndon Country Park: colourful woodlands, birdlife, open parkland, fishing and the Gruffalo Trail
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The perfect destination for nature lovers, dog walkers and families alike. Explore over 500 acres of diverse habitats, beautiful colourful woodlands, and the famous Gruffalo trail at Thorndon Country Park. Thorndon North Nature lovers, walkers and families will love the tranquil woodlands of Thorndon North which surround the beautiful Childerditch pond. The famous and much-loved Gruffalo trail ...
Weald Country Park - home of the Stick Man trail, deer park, spectacular views and more
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Here we capture the beautiful Green Flag Awarded Weald Country Park home of the new Stick Man sculpture trail based on the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Meet six of the characters and animals in a beautiful park setting. Including Stick Man tree, squirrel, swan, rabbit and frog. You can enjoy over 520 acres of woodland, lakes, hay and wildflower m...
Great Notley Country Park - Home to Essex's longest play trail and Sky Ropes
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Here we capture the heart of Great Notley Country Park, whether you're an adventurer at heart or just want to relax and unwind in beautiful countryside, Great Notley Country Park offers the perfect day out for all the family in Essex. You will find Sky Ropes, the fun, family friendly high ropes adventure course as well as Essex’s longest play trail. Jump, swing, slide, crawl and climb your way ...
Visit Essex Country Parks more for less with the Explorer Pass
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Discover eight glorious country parks across the county of Essex. Get free car parking and discounts at many cafes for one year with the Explorer Pass and get out more for less. www.explore-essex.com/explorer-pass From the stunning coastal location of Cudmore Grove near Colchester on Mersea Island to Thorndon and Weald near Brentwood in the west of the county, home to the Gruffalo and Stick Man...
Instar, 'ARKADE' Launch
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ARKADE is a creative project in Jaywick, Essex, UK between November 2022 and July 2023, taking a journey to discover the ocean, shining a light on the wonder beneath the waves and to creatively explore the impact of climate change and rising sea levels for communities and local people. ARKADE is funded by the Essex County Council Arts sand Cultural Fund
Essex County Council Arts & Cultural Fund 2023: Virtual Launch
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The Essex County Council Arts and Cultural Fund aims to support Essex’s cultural sector in delivering projects which benefit Essex residents and make it a great place to live, work and play, offering grants ranging from £2,500 - £30,000. To mark the launch of the second round of the fund for 2023, this virtual launch video includes successful applicants from the previous round in 2022 talking a...
Lyann Kennedy, Director Essex Dance Network Association, talks about the Arts and Cultural Fund.
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Lyann Kennedy, Director Essex Dance Network Association, talks about the Arts and Cultural Fund. The pandemic has highlighted the need for all for us to improve our physical and mental health. It’s fantastic that Essex County Council is investing so heavily in the arts and culture sector and we would encourage everyone from the smallest grassroots groups to submit their ideas. Read more here: w...
Arts and Cultural Fund - Indi Sandhu, Creative Director of Essex Cultural Diversity Project
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Indi Sandhu, Creative Director of Essex Cultural Diversity Project, talks about why the Essex County Council £1m Arts and Cultural Fund is such welcome news for the county, and encourages everyone who is eligible to apply. We have a wealth of diverse multicultural art and community groups which deliver vibrant, engaging events and creative programmes for all the diverse and grassroots communiti...
The Essex County Council Arts and Cultural Fund - Launch Event
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Officially open for applications in January 2022, the Essex County Council’s new £1 million Arts and Cultural Fund will offer grants of between £2,500 to £30,000 to individual artists and creative organisations over five years. The fund aims to rejuvenate the Essex creative sector, as well as the county’s towns and city high streets. This virtual event features speakers from across Essex’s arts...
Beach of Dreams, walking the Essex coastline - Jaywick Martello Tower
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Director of Kinetika, Ali Pretty, discusses the ‘Beach of Dreams’ project, a walk of the Essex coastline this June and July, full project details here: kinetika.co.uk/beach-of-dreams Thanks to Jamie Weston, Signals Media Arts and Friends of Jaywick Martello Tower for filming and editing. Please complete a quick survey about this video here: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/G4JJKS/ #TowerTalks
INSTAR Infinity Forest artwork at Danbury Country Park
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INSTAR Infinity Forest artwork at Danbury Country Park
Bluebell Bliss - discover more about Bluebells
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Bluebell Bliss - discover more about Bluebells
Infinity Forest tree planting - Danbury Country Park
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Infinity Forest tree planting - Danbury Country Park
The B17's Last Mission: Jaywick Martello Tower
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The B17's Last Mission: Jaywick Martello Tower
Interview with an Essex Country Parks ranger
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Interview with an Essex Country Parks ranger
Infinity Forest: INSTAR Arts Commission at Essex Country Parks: search for the perfect tree
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Infinity Forest: INSTAR Arts Commission at Essex Country Parks: search for the perfect tree
Interview with a Park Ranger: How can people visit safely?
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Interview with a Park Ranger: How can people visit safely?
Interview with a Park Ranger: Why should someone visit the Essex Country Parks?
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Interview with a Park Ranger: Why should someone visit the Essex Country Parks?
Interview with a Park Ranger: What work do you do on a day to day basis?
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Interview with a Park Ranger: What work do you do on a day to day basis?
Interview with a Park Ranger: What do you love about working at the Essex Country Parks?
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Interview with a Park Ranger: What do you love about working at the Essex Country Parks?
Essex Country Parks on BBC Look East 26.01.21
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Essex Country Parks on BBC Look East 26.01.21
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Great job Bill!