Throughout March visitors will be pouring into Marsh Farm Country Park to witness the birth of hundreds of lambs during its popular lambing weekends.
 
The lambing weekends run from 6 to 28 March and encourage families to watch the hectic activity in the lambing sheds and a range of demonstrations by the farm’s resident shepherd.
 
Marsh Farm’s [...]

Celebrate England’s patron saint and watch history come to life in this medieval spectacle suitable for the whole family. 
On Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 April you will witness the black knight galloping into Cressing Temple ready to challenge his nemesis in our show stopping six horse joust, a stunning display of horsemanship, skill and [...]

Essex’s beautiful landscapes and breathtaking wildlife are to become TV stars in a new series.
 
The Wild Species of Essex, which is due to be screened on BBC2, is an exploration of Essex’s natural environment and the surprising animals that inhabit it.
 
Multi-award-winning writer Robert Macfarlane spent a year travelling the county, encountering massive knot [...]

Schools across Essex are being encouraged to bounce into their favourite park and set their pupils springing into action as Essex Country Parks introduces its new action packed physics in the park scheme. 
Our playground physics days have been devised to support schools in their teaching of the Physics Key stages 1 and 2.  Children of [...]

It couldn’t be easier to get involved in birdwatching.  Whether it’s out of your window, in your garden or in your local park.  So to help you on your way we have put together some top tips on how to get started.
1. Get a good bird identification guide, containing  all the British birds and common [...]

Would you like to work outdoors every day?
 
Does the thrill of the quest run through your veins?
 
If this sounds like you, Essex County Council (ECC) would like to invite you to apply for the county’s coolest job.
 
Trailnet is looking for a Geocaching Project Manager who will be responsible for the development and delivery of [...]

If you are looking for the ultimate children’s birthday party that is packed full of fun and laughter, then look no further than Essex Country Parks. 
Children of all ages will love our themed parties, from wildlife adventures at Thorndon Country Park to partying with the farm animals at Marsh Farm and becoming a Medieval [...]

Spring arrived early at Marsh Farm Country Park, with the birth of this year’s first baby lambs.
On Saturday, Essex County Council farm staff worked hard to welcome three mule lambs into the world, and they were delighted to see a set of twins amongst the flock.
Visitors will be able to view the new born [...]

On Saturday 12 December the children of nature Club gathered in Danbury Country Park to make Christmas decorations from winter flowers and evergreen foliage. Fifteen children made beautiful wreaths and scented pomanders for table decorations.  We also played games on the lawn as the rain started to fall. It was a great morning and the [...]

Due to the wettest November on record, with an average of 217.4mm (8.6in) of rain across the UK, Marsh Farm Country Park has taken the decision to postpone its Festive Fun Run until the spring.
The family run was originally due to take place on Sunday 13 December; however due to the unusual weather conditions the [...]