Browsing local attractions within 8 miles of Cudmore Grove Country Park

1 Old Hall Lane, Tolleshunt D'Arcy, Maldon, Essex, CM9 8TP, Tel: 01621 869015, (7 miles, 11kms)

An opportunity to see an abundance of coastal wetland bird species in their natural environment.

Park Road, Ardleigh, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7SP, Tel: 01206 230455, (8 miles, 13kms)

20 acres of professionally designed gardens within woodland destroyed by the 1987 hurricane. Now a plantsman's paradise full of unusual plants for all year round colour.

Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJ, Tel: 01206 282939, (8 miles, 12kms)

Colchester Castle is temporarily closed for 2013 for an exciting redevelopment. We will be creating new museum displays and improved visitor facilities. The Castle will re-open for Easter 2014. Visit our website for further details

Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 1SE, Tel: 01255 686633, Email, (7 miles, 11kms)

Bourne Mill, Bourne Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8RT, Tel: 01206 572422, Email, (7 miles, 11kms)

National Trust property, the mill was originally built as a fishing lodge in 1591 and features stepped "Dutch" gables. There is a millpond and some of the machinery, including the waterwheel which is intact and working.

Little Wigborough, Essex, UK, Tel: 01376 562226, (5 miles, 8kms)

Situated on the remote and attractive Blackwater Estuary, they are part of the Blackwater site of Special Scientific Interest. The salt marshes are rich in overwintering wildfowl and wading birds.

Parkeston, Essex, CO1 2PG, Tel: 01255 242000, (8 miles, 12kms)

Harwich International Port - East Anglia's only passenger port. Daily sailings to key destinations - your gate way to Europe and Scandinavia.

Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JH, Tel: 01206 577067, Email, (8 miles, 12kms)

firstsite is Colchester's contemporary visual arts organisation.

Church Road, Layer-de-la-Haye, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0EU, Tel: 01206 738172, (7 miles, 11kms)

Conservation centre run by the Essex Wildlife Trust, at a site of international importance for winter wildfowl. Nesting cormorants, common terns and nightingales. Nature trails and bird hides. Shop selling gifts, optics and wildlife books.

Jaywick Martello Tower, The Promenade, Belsize Avenue, Jaywick, Essex, CO15 2LF, Tel: 01255 822783, Email, (5 miles, 8kms)

Built originally as a Napoleonic Fort in the early 19th century the tower now acts as a central hub for the local community & visitors. There are regular arts & heritage exhibitions, talks & events.

Gosbeacks Rd, Colchester, CO3 4RN, Tel: 01206 282931, Email, (8 miles, 13kms)

The Archaeological Park is one of the most significant Iron Age and Roman sites in the country. Enjoy a walk and discover the highlights of the site with the interpretation boards around the Park.

Tower Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex, CO15 1LE, Tel: 01255 474000, Email, (7 miles, 11kms)

A traditional 600-seat seaside theatre used all year for a whole range of entertainment, including traditional summer season variety show. Foyer art gallery.

Boxted Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5HH, Tel: 01787 464280, Email, (8 miles, 12kms)

We are a dynamic group of over 30 professional artists working from our studios in disused farm buildings on the rural outskirts of Colchester. We have a gallery on sight that hosts a full programme of exhibitions throughout the year.

Martello Tower, Point Clear, St Osyth, Essex, CO16 8NG, (1 miles, 2kms)

1810 Martello Tower, used by the Navy in WWII, known as H.M.S. Helder. Memorial to Flight Officer Ray King of 479th Fighter Group, pilot of a recovered P51D Mustang on display together with other WWII exhibits.

Colchester Central Library, 21 Trinity Square, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JB, Tel: 01206 245900, Email, (8 miles, 12kms)

Exhibiting in an Essex library is a great way to get your artwork shown to a large audience, many of whom would not normally go to an art gallery or museum.

High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJ, Tel: 01206 282962, Email, (8 miles, 12kms)

The jewel in Colchester’s crown - an award-winning oasis of horticultural splendour boasting a children’s play area, putting green and boating lake.

Holland Haven, Holland-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 5TX, Tel: 01255 686633, Email, (7 miles, 11kms)

Situated on the coast between Clacton and Frinton-on-Sea, the County Park offers over 100 acres of unspoilt scenic coastline-ideal for bird watching.

Trinity Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JN, (8 miles, 12kms)

Tymperleys Museum is currently closed we apologise for any inconvenience caused. Watch the website www.colchestermuseums.org.uk where the latest information will be posted. To speak with someone please email museums@colchester.gov.uk.