Although we know you have more than enough to keep you busy and entertained at Mersea Island, it is definitely worth getting out and about and seeing all that Essex has to offer, you couldn’t have picked a better county to explore.
From quaint cobbled towns, through to lush green countryside and a coastline littered with estuaries and islands, Essex is a county that packs a lot in. With all this variety and no end of interesting places to visit in Essex, it could be the perfect place to take a time out with the family.
Whether it’s things to do in Colchester, such as the town’s famous zoo and even more famous 11th century castle, through to stunning natural draws like Brightlingsea Beach and Cudmore Grove Country Park; you’ll find there’s something for everyone here.
Here at Go Bananas children can have an amazing adventure whilst travelling through the Aztec ruins of Funky Monkey’s jungle home!
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This vineyard not only produces more than 20,000 bottles of distinguished wine a year, but its own beer too. Come and taste them for yourself!
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Taking you on an eye-opening journey through British military history, from medieval swords to the real life inspiration for James Bond to modern tanks.
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Look inside a typical weatherboarded fisherman’s cottage as you explore life in the past on Mersea Island, based around fishing, oystering and boat building.
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One of Europe’s finest zoos is waiting for you, with 60 acres of parkland packed with over 270 species of rare and wonderful beasts including white rhino and elephants.
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A glorious English country garden created out of a wasteland and now brimming over with a wonderful array of plants adapted to the Scree, Gravel, Woodland and Water areas.
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A near perfectly preserved Norman castle – with the biggest Norman keep in Europe. Built on a Roman temple, so you can discover 2,500 years of history in one superb attraction.
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Jump Street is a world where the wall becomes the floor and the rules of gravity no longer apply.
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A spectacular coastal park and beach with trails to walk and cycle, complete with the ruins of a 16th century fort.
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A dramatic sand and shingle beach off the coast of Mersea Island, complete with charming and traditional beach huts.
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A chance to get up close with the workings of a modern, sustainable farm, across a 700 acre estate which offers wonderful coastal walks.
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One of Europe’s best and most loved wetland sites that’s celebrated for its birdwatching, and the largest freshwater lake in Essex.
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A family friendly golfing centre with a selection of standard and mini golf courses, as well as a driving range.
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A wonderful sandy stretch and current holder of a Blue Flag Award.
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After your incredible days out exploring all that the local area has to offer, you’ll want an equally exciting and beautifully-set base to unwind in. Mersea Island Holiday Park is the perfect base to sit back and relax in, with each of our accommodation options offering the perfect place to unwind in between your adventures.
Whilst you wait... just think about being in your swimmers, the sun's out and the smiles are big
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