Out & about

The Barling Magna Wildlife Reserve is an oasis of peace and tranquillity situated in Barling. A small yet beautiful haven for nature and wildlife. Also full of trees, bushes and wildflowers.

Maintained by volunteers, the park has public access and is open 365 days a year. There are regular organised walks and activity days. As well as days where volunteers can come along and muck in... Read more

Belfairs Nature Discovery Centre is the gateway to the Daws Heath Woodland. The centre provides a space for schools, groups and families to learn about south Essex's fantastic ancient woodlands in an interactive way.

The Centre provides a café and shop, with costs supporting conservation efforts across the county. There is also an education room inside, which is available to hire as... Read more

Belfairs Woodland Centre is a visitor, community and education centre. It is an important gateway to the Belfairs & Daws Heath Living Landscape, in south Essex, where Essex Wildlife Trust and Southend-on-Sea Borough Council are working, together with many partners and local people, on conservation and education activities, to preserve this fantastic landscape for future generations. The striking, wooden-clad... Read more

Big Up Southend is a monthly creative market and family event taking over the first floor landing of the Victoria Shopping Centre, Southend-on-Sea!

Running on the last Saturday of every month, Big Up Southend includes a wide variety of market stalls showcasing small local businesses and makers; FREE and paid for kids crafting, to keep your little ones entertained; and live performances... Read more

Big Up Southend is a monthly Makers Market held on the last Saturday of every month in the Victoria Shopping Centre.

We offer free creative activities and live music during our events.

Are you a maker and would like to join? Simply visit www.linktr.ee/bigupsouthend

Blenheim Park is a family friendly, outdoor space and field area. Popular for picnics, playing football and dog walkers. The park is equipped with a small children's playground area, pond and car parking.

Facilities:
Dog Friendly
Free Parking
Picnic Area
Playground

Bonchurch Recreation Ground is a peaceful green oasis, great for families and dog walkers. Equipped with free to use outdoor gym, tennis courts and small children's playground.

Bournes Green Park is an open green space, popular with families and dog walkers. Equipped with a wheeled sports facility, grass football pitches, basketball area, pavilion and car park.

Facilities:
Dog Friendly
Playground

An-ever popular park with beautiful ornamental gardens, colourful bedding displays, an environment garden, a courtyard-style sun garden and a rose garden recognised by the National Rose Society.

Sports facilities include football, cricket, tennis, basketball, a skate/BMX park and 2 children's playgrounds. There is also a cafe and function room available to hire for special occasions.... Read more

A great spot for a leisurely stroll, popular with dog walkers. Equipped with a lake and fishing, outdoor gym area, small children's play area and woodland.

Facilities:
Dog Friendly
Playground