The only place in Essex where you will find all three Heather species growing together and the largest area of lowland heathland in the county

This peaceful woodland is a true wonder in spring when you can walk through the carpet of bluebells

Visit a reserve that is brimming with amazing bird species in every corner in every month of the year, with lovely views over the Stour Estuary

Walk alongside one of the largest reedbeds in Essex in this Thameside nature reserve and listen out for the famous call of the cuckoo in the summer.

A small nature reserve where hundreds of wildflowers bloom in spring

One of the largest remaining areas of ancient woodland in South East Essex, this reserve is one of the few sites in the UK where the Heath Fritillary butterfly is flourishing

Experience the wonder of up to 75,000 Green-winged Orchids in this small meadow nature reserve

Step into this wonderful pocket of ancient woodland and meadows, filled with wildflowers in spring and butterflies in summer.