Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum Tours and Activities

Get up close to huge mammals, watch as birds of prey swoop above your head and come face to face with deadly reptiles at one of the best zoos in Britain.

The tallest Tudor gatehouse in England is a great place to spend an afternoon outdoors, exploring the knot garden, farm and the historic grounds.

Learn about the local history of Coggeshall with a stop at Paycockes. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Catch an event at Milbank Stadium during your trip to Halstead. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in East Anglian Railway Museum during your travels in Colchester. Discover the area's spas or seek out its golf courses.

You can do some window-shopping at Braintree Village during your trip to Braintree. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.