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"...there
is always something to do with fetes, carnivals, town shows
and other local events taking place throughout the year"
For those wanting to explore, travel through
the quaint country lanes, taking in breathtaking views and
scenic landscapes to admire.
For something a little more adventurous why not join the Sparks
will fly Tour
de Tendring Cycle Ride and festival on 20th May where
all the family can join in the fun and familiarise themselves
with the local area or hire a bike locally and ride off on
your own adventures.
Alternatively take a stroll through the award-winning Green
Flag seafront gardens at Clacton or a walk on the wild
side at The
Lozenge Nature Area where visitors can stroll around this
2 acre site, picnic or just sit and enjoy nature. Nearby
Springmead garden lies in a sheltered dell with natural
springs and many flower borders ranging from a bog garden
to dry garden.
Walk along Walton
backwaters, which is rich in bird life or take a Wildlife
boat trips to see the seals, birdlife and view the beautiful
backwaters in all its glory.
National
Route 51 is open in Essex between Harwich and Colchester.
A traffic free spur of National
Route 51 is also open between Jaywick and Frinton-on-Sea
through Clacton-on-Sea on the seafront.
Take a walk on the wild side on one of our many invigorating
and interesting walks in the local countryside or stroll along
the many miles of beaches we have to offer. For further information
on what our Countryside,
Nature Reserves, Park and Gardens have to offer log on
to www.tendringdc.gov.uk.
Click the following links for information on health
walks in Tendring, general walks
in Tendring, Clacton Seafront
& Garden walks or the Essex
Way or cycle the North
Sea Cycle Route. Alternatively search for a route via
the Cycle
Route Planner.
Cycle Tendring leaflets:
Clacton
& Great Bentley
Brightlingsea
& Manningtree
Harwich
& surrounding areas
Why not try Geocaching,
a fun outdoor activity and a good way to explore the local
area in which the participants use a Global Positioning System
(GPS).
For more information on Cycling & Walking in Essex log
on to www.visitessex.com
or www.essex.gov.uk
or for information Public Rights of Way www.essex.gov.uk
Top
- Horses at Mistley Place Park animal sanctuary
Left - Ramsey Mill, Right - Wild
Flowers at Jaywick
Holland Haven Country Park is situated
on the coast between Clacton-on-Sea and Frinton-on-Sea and is managed to
conserve the landscape, coastal grazing marsh and wildlife
quality of the area whilst providing for the quiet enjoyment
of visitors. In addition to some interesting breeding birds
in summer, the Country Park is an important point for Spring
and Autumn migrants. The SSSI designation recognises the rare
and varied flora.
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Use
our handy cycle guides to help
plan your cycle route through Tendring
Above -Tendring village sign
Below -Bikes resting against the
Naze Tower in Walton-on-the-Naze
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Why not get on your bike and explore the Essex Countryside
• Nature reserves
• Bird sanctuaries
• Fishing
• Equestrian
• Walking / rambling
• Cycling
• County Shows
• Parks & gardens
• Woodland
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