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Naturalist Groups
Gardens, £1-£2
Details
One of the finest nature reserves in Essex, with 125 acres of woodlands and lakes by the Colne estuary. Superb nature trails and 8 hides. Many species of birds, insects and wild flowers flourish here. Regular special events. Visitor centre with gift shop. Groups of 10 or more must book in advance. Coach parking available. Tearoom offering light snacks, hot and cold drinks. Toilets and bird hides available for people with disabilities. Registered charity
Opening details
Open Daily 9am - 5pm (1st Feb - 30th Nov)
Open Daily 9am - 4pm (1st Dec - 31st January)
Closed Christmas & Boxing Day
Open Daily 9am - 4pm (1st Dec - 31st January)
Closed Christmas & Boxing Day
Prices
Entry by Invited Donation: typical donations
Adult £2
Child £1
Family £5 (2 adults & 2 children)
Also at this Venue
Fingringhoe Wick Visitor CentreEvents at this Venue
| date | event |
|---|---|
| Sat 11 Aug - Wed 31 Oct | Alan Bedding Wildlife and Seascape Exhibition |
| Fri 17 Aug - Fri 26 Oct | Nature Tots |
| Wed 24 Oct | The LadyBirders |
| Wed 31 Oct | Wednesday Wellness Walk |
| Wed 14 Nov | The LadyBirders |
| Wed 14 Nov | Wednesday Wellness Walk |
01206 729678
fingringhoe@essexwt.org.uk
websiteAddress
South Green Road,
Fingringhoe,
Colchester,
Essex,
CO5 7DN
Directions
See location on Google mapsMap reference: TM 047192 Lat: 51.83457 Long: 0.97100
Signposted off B1025 Colchester to Mersea Island road.
Parking: free
Facilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
On-site catering
On-site light refreshments
Picnic site
Public toilets
Welcome Host
Wheelchairs available
Accepts groups
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs accepted
Self-Assessed Accessibility Details
Parking
Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities- Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
- Surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance is:
- Gravel
- Route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Flat (ie without steps)
Designated parking provided for guests with disabilitiesDining
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to restaurant / cafe
- Level access (ie no steps or thresholds), or access by ramp or lift to the toilets
- Level access (ie no steps or thresholds) or access by ramp to a specially adapted toilet for wheelchair users
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
- Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
- Vegetarian
- Baby changing facilities
- Restaurant / café well lit and suitable for people with sight impairments
- Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
- High chairs for children
Entrance
- Entrance is well lit
