Chronicler of the Roding Valley
An extract from Ken Worpole’s new book, 'Brightening from the East: Essays on landscape and memory'. Discussing the work of Essex's naturalist and writer, D.W. Gillingham on his…
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Roding Valley Meadows Nature Reserve
Visit the largest remaining species-rich water meadow in Essex with its famous display of wildflowers and wonderful mosaic of habitats
Ingrebourne Valley
Hornchurch Country Park, in the Ingrebourne Valley, offers wildlife, historic RAF heritage, play areas, trails, and a Nature Discovery Centre.
Grange Farm pond dipping
Explore our pond at Grange Farm and discover what creatures live beneath the surface!
Latest News
Read our latest news stories and find out what we’re doing to protect wildlife and wild places across Essex.
Grange Farm pond dipping and bat evening
An evening for all nature lovers! Explore our pond, followed by a bat walk around Grange Farm.
Royal fern
This large fern thrives in damp places.
Grange Farm events
Discover local wildlife, estuary views and outdoor adventures near Colchester.
Brentwood & Billericay News
Event reports and news from Brentwood & Billericay local group.
Ingrebourne Valley wins global BREEAM award
Ingrebourne Valley visitor centre has been awarded 'Excellent' in this hard-to-achieve global BREEAM certification, for it's sustainability
Meadow crane's-bill
Meadow crane's-bill has striking violet flowers that pepper hay meadows, verges and grasslands with colour in summer. It is also a popular choice for gardeners and attracts a wide variety of…
Roman River Valley Nature Reserve
Stroll along the banks of the Roman River in one of the best preserved river valleys in Essex, passing under swaying willow trees and into the peaceful woodland