Out & about

UPDATE: BEDFORDS PARK NATURE DISCOVERY CENTRE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE, AS WE UNDERGO ESSENTIAL MAINTENANCE WITHIN THE CENTRE.

Bedfords Park covers approximately 215 acres and provides a range of important habitats for wildlife. The deer park to the west of the visitor centre has a herd of Red Deer. During school holidays and throughout the summer, the Essex... Read more

Set in the stunning grounds of Bedfords Park, an historic parkland site of 215 acres, owned and managed by the London Borough of Havering. The nature reserve affords fantastic views over London and into Kent.

There is a shop and café, with indoor and outdoor seating. Proceeds go towards Essex Wildlife Trust, supporting conservation efforts in the county.

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It's a great place to walk your dog, picnic by the lake, feed the ducks, go fishing or spot wildlife. There are many activities throughout the year for families and nature enthusiasts, such as riding the model railway, archery and watching model boats. There is an excellent wooden play area for children.

Meet seven of the characters from the classic stories out on our nature reserve. Test your map reading skills by following our beautifully designed Brambly Hedge map, which is available for £1.00 from the Nature Discovery Centre, and find Wilfred and his fellow Brambly Hedge mice including Primrose, Lord Woodmouse and Lady Woodmouse. Take part in the wildlife quiz as you go around the trail and... Read more

This pier has it all - Rides, softplay, adventure golf, petrol go karts, arcade, ten pin bowling, seaquarium, sea fishing, evil on sea, Christmas at the pier.

Experience a unique piece of history at the 13th century, Knights Templar Barns, complete with Tudor walled garden and Tiptree tea rooms.

Vouchers much be pre booked before you visit the farm. Check the website for voucher availability and for a list of fruit available. . You must use the containers provided by Lathcoats to reduce the risk of cross contamination. You can reuse these on future visits. *Strawberries *Raspberries *Blackcurrants *Redcurrants *Plums

We're Go Ape and we're the UK's no.1 forest adventure. The ultimate high rope experience. From tree-to-tree crossings, bouncy nets and all-terrain Segways we have all the adventure boxes ticked. Whether you're a thrill seeker or after quality family fun, come and put a smile on your face, get the wind in your hair and make some memories that will last a lifetime.

Facilities include a sand pit play area, play equipment for all ages and abilities, cafe, adiZone multi use ball court, skate ramp, zip-line, a large open grass field (ideal for picnics), water splash pool*, bouncy castle* (*charges apply - open seasonally at weekends and school holidays, dependant on the weather).

You can spend as little or as long as you like in Hainault Forest Country Park. It covers more than 300 acres, with a fishing lake, FREE Foxburrows Farm, guided walks, bridleways and a Nature Trail. There are plenty of open field areas for picnics, games or dog walking, and you can hire a boat to go out on the lake. Facilities for children are excellent, with a farm and several large play areas to... Read more