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The Roman River is a tributary of the River Colne that flows to the south of Colchester, past several villlages of note including Copford, Layer Marney, and Rowhedge and a number of nature reserves and wild areas including Abberton Reservoir, Fingringhoe Wick, and the Roman River Valley Nature Reserve itself.
Also within it's reach lie some of Colchester's most popular and impressive tourist attractions including Colchester Zoo and Layer Marney Tower, which you will find nestled in a typically rural Essex landscape.
As you travel through the valley, discover a fascinating history, from Medieval Wall Paintings in Copford Church, to scars of the great earthquake and tales of crashed zeppelins in Great Wigborough. Shops and pubs in this area are few and far between, although those that you do find in the larger villages are guaranteed to provide a warm welcome.
The Essex Wildlife Trust Nature Reserves provide walks, trails and impressive views for casual visitors as well a consistent selection of uncommon and rare birds, especially during the autumn months when migrating birds are passing through.
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Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0SLTelephone
01206 331292Colchester
Colchester Zoo is home to 240 species set in 60 acres of parkland and lakes! Listed as the 11th best zoo around the world and in the top 2 zoos in the UK as part of the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Attractions.
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Layer Marney Tower, Layer Marney, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9USTelephone
01206 330784Colchester
Outdoor Theatre at Layer Marney Tower
Colchester
Magnificent Tudor building with the tallest Gatehouse in Britain and 16th century Italianate terracotta. Climb the tower, visit the gardens, outbuildings dolls house, church and farm animals. Cafe and shop.
Address
South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DNTelephone
01206 729678Fingringhoe
Nature reserve over 200 acres of mixed habitat on the Colne Estuary. Nature trails, wheelchair access, bird hides, gift shop and visitor centre with tea room. Friendly atmosphere. Regular events for adults and children.
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Rye Lane, Layer-de-la-Haye, COLCHESTER, Essex, CO2 0JLTelephone
01206 734350COLCHESTER
Peaceful, rural location on a working farm with views over fields. Comfortably furnished to a high standard. 4 miles from Colchester. Close to Abberton Reservoir & the Zoo. Convenient for Mersea Island, Layer Marney Tower & Beth Chatto Gardens. 30…
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Church Road, Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton, Essex, CO2 0EUTelephone
01206 738172Abberton
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 for all the family and bird hides. Shop selling gifts, optics and…
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Layer Marney Tower, Layer Marney, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9USTelephone
01206330784Colchester
Come and hear choirs and musicians performing music for celebrations in the Tower, Long Gallery garden etc.
Essex
A 700 acre coastal farm and the head office of Essex Wildlife Trust situated on the Blackwater Estuary. Visitors can see the success of the coastal realignment project and enjoy a fantastic, wildlife packed walk. An exemplar of how to farm…
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Layer Marney Tower, Layer Marney, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9USTelephone
01206330784Colchester
Meet the six wives of Henry VIII at Layer Marney Tower
Address
Berechurch Hall Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9NWColchester
16th century chapel, built as the burial place for the Audley family.
Address
Layer Marney Tower, Layer Marney, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9USTelephone
01206 330784Colchester
Join a short tour of Layer Marney Tower
Layer de La Haye
An independent fresh food gastro pub set in the village of Layer de La Haye.
Colchester
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.
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Birch Gallery Tearoom, Fujita, 2 Birch Street, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0NFTelephone
01206 331363Colchester
Art gallery displaying fine detail watercolours by John Harrison, Originals high quailty prints and greeting cards for sale. Tea room providing teas speciality, coffees, lunches, snacks and cream teas. Closed on Mon & Tues.
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Layer Marney Tower, Layer Marney, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9USTelephone
01206 330784Colchester
A chance to have a Guided Tour with the owners for individuals or small groups.
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Berechurch Hall Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9NWColchester
The Audley Chapel is open for Heritage Open Days, plus additional online content.
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Maldon Road, Layer Marney, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9FHTelephone
07790 143118Colchester, Essex
Gunsmoke paintball & Laser tag we also offer low impact paintball for 8-11 yr olds, purpose built safe zone, mixture of game zones, flushing toilets, and a nice big free car park.
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Layer Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0HSTelephone
01206 734276Colchester
A pretty nine hole golf course. Quite short but challenging. Visitors will receive a friendly welcome at the clubhouse.
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Layer Marney Tower, Layer Marney, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9USTelephone
01206330784Colchester
We are delighted that this Sunday (6th September) we have the Kite Festival here at Layer Marney Tower. We are open 11am-5pm, with kites flying throughout the day in our open field. There is plenty of space for social distancing.
We are also…
Address
Layer Marney Tower, Layer Marney, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9USTelephone
01206330784Colchester
Outdoor Theatre at Layer Marney Tower
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