A rich mosaic of woodland, meadows and flower-rich acid grassland that forms an important wildlife corridor in an urban area

Take a stroll and admire the butteflies along the former Maldon-Woodham Ferrers railway line

On the lush banks of the River Chelmer you'll find this beautiful mosaic of habitats filled with fantastic plants and animals

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

Visit the largest remaining species-rich water meadow in Essex with its famous display of wildflowers and wonderful mosaic of habitats

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

A stunning and innovative visitor centre built on a former landfill site, with superb views over Mucking Flats SSSI and the Thames Estuary (SPA). Footpaths and cycle ways in 120 acres of nature…

The Naze is a unique coastal landscape of outstanding geological and biological importance. As the most easterly peninsula in Essex it is an important site for migrating birds and boasts a number…

Adjacent to the internationally protected Thames Estuary, Two Tree Island is a winter refuge for a huge variety of winter wildfowl and waders

Visit this beautiful woodland in spring to be fully immersed in a sea of colour, as the wildflowers that carpet this ancient woodland show off their bright flowers