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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 set within over 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes and is home to over 155 different species, including the critically endangered Amur leopards, Black and White Ruffed lemurs and Bornean orangutans.
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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…
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.
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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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Colchester Zoo, Maldon Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0SLTelephone
01206331292Colchester
Join us as we celebrate our charity, Colchester Zoological Society and the vital conservation work that we undertake in the UK and worldwide.
From meeting members of our Animal Care Team, to learning how to be a ranger on Umphafa, our Nature…
Address
Colchester Zoo, Maldon Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0SLTelephone
01206331292Colchester
Did you know… the Aldabra Giant Tortoise can live up to 150 years!
Join us as we share all things smooth and scaly with a range of reptile inspired activities. From the humid habitat of our Komodo Dragons to our brightly colour Emerald Tree Monitor…
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Rye Farm, Rye Lane, Layer-de-la-Haye, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0JLTelephone
01206 734350Layer-de-la-Haye, Colchester
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…
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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EWT Fingringhoe Nature Discovery Park, South Green Road Fingringhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7DNTelephone
01206729678Colchester
The centre and reserve are open all day until 9pm for you to enjoy the amazing song of the Nightingale.
Usual donation's welcome
No pre-booking required, other dates available. These are self-guided. If you would like a guide - please look at our…
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EWT Fingringhoe Nature Discovery Park, South Green Road Fingringhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7DNTelephone
01206729678Colchester
Experience the mesmerising song of the Nightingale on a private guided walk of the reserve.
With one of the best Nightingale populations in the country, this is the perfect place to come and experience their stunning and unique song as we take you…Address
Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park, South Green Road, Colchester, Essex, CO57DNTelephone
01206 729678Colchester
Join our Ranger for a guided walk exploring the seasonal highlights the reserve has to offer.
An informal ramble: we will talk about anything and everything that we see or you ask about!
Booking Advisable
Dress for all weathers and wear sensible…Address
Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park, South Green Road, Colchester, Essex, CO57DNTelephone
01206 729678Colchester
Join our Ranger for a guided walk exploring the seasonal highlights the reserve has to offer.
An informal ramble: we will talk about anything and everything that we see or you ask about!
>Booking Advisable
Dress for all weathers and wear sensible…Address
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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EWT Fingringhoe Nature Discovery Park, South Green Road Fingringhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7DNTelephone
01206729678Colchester
Want to know your Red Admiral from a Peacock? What is a Comma?? Join our guide Liz for a morning Butterfly ID workshop.
Join us for a half day workshop designed to improve your Butterfly ID skills and knowledge. We'll start with an hour inside to…Layer de La Haye
An independent fresh food gastro pub set in the village of Layer de La Haye.
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Berechurch Hall Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9NWColchester
16th century chapel, built as the burial place for the Audley family.
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EWT Fingringhoe Nature Discovery Park, South Green Road Fingringhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7DNTelephone
01206729678Colchester
New to birdwatching or wanting to freshen up on your warbler ID - we've got just the workshop for you!
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EWT Fingringhoe Nature Discovery Park, South Green Road Fingringhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7DNTelephone
01206729678Colchester
Always wondered what that bird is that's singing away or never sure how to start to learn?
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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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