Planning a trip? The following places are easily reachable from the Gardens.
Audley End House and Gardens
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English Heritage mansion that houses a phenomenal organic kitchen garden.
RHS Garden Hyde Hall
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Stunning RHS Gardens in the heart of Essex.
Bardfield Vineyard
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A lodge built by Anne of Cleves, now also home to Bardfield Vineyard.
Ingatestone Hall
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Still lived in by the Petre family for fifteen generations, surrounded by 10 acres of gardens.
Layer Marney Tower
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Built in the reign of Henry VIII one of the countrys most dramatic buildings.
Marks Hall
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The 200 acre Gardens and Arboretum feature a tree collection from all the temperate areas of the world.
Spencers Garden
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A traditional, mid-Georgian country house with lovely gardens, woods and parkland.
Hedingham Castle and Gardens
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The 900 year old keep of Hedingham Castle sits in large, landscaped grounds.
Valentines Mansion and Gardens
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Explore recreated Victorian and Georgian rooms, with guided tours and activity trails.
Hylands House and Estate
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A stunning listed property restored to its former glory.
Paycockes House and Garden
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Stunning woodcarving and elaborate panelling in a stunning tudor merchants house.
Tendring Tourist Office
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A guide to the nearby coastal resorts including Clacton, Frinton and Walton
Real Essex Website
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A comprehensive guide to Colchester and the surrounding area.
University of Essex
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Conference Office site with news and information about the university and a useful range of local interest links.
Visit Colchester
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Colchester in Essex is Britain's oldest recorded town, with a rich history dating back over 2000 years.
Park Holidays
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Park Holidays UK - Family Caravan Holidays & Holiday Home Ownership.
Accessible Gardens
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The new website for accessibility to gardens.
Visit Essex: Rural Escapes
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A comprehensive guide to rural Essex, places to eat, stay and visit.
Essex Pass
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A guide to discounted offers and things to do throughout Essex.
Wivenhoe House Hotel
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A four-star luxury hotel surrounded by parkland.
Dragonfly Hotel
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A welcoming waterside hotel on the outskirts of Colchester.