Explore - Discover Essex for less
Take advantage of the £2 capped single bus fare & Discover more of the attractions around Essex!
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Maldon Historic Hythe Quay
Maldon’s historic Hythe Quay is one of the best places in the county to spot historic Thames Sailing Barges, and you can also explore the Promenade Park and the historic High Street or enjoy a waterside meal.
How to get there: Hythe Quay is a five-minute walk via Church Street to the Quay from the Victoria Road stop on the First Essex services 31, 75, 331 and 332.
More info: https://www.visitmaldondistrict.co.uk/things-to-do/hythe-quay-p1405211
Burnham-on-Crouch
Beautiful riverside walks await, along with a chance to take a boat out to visit the seals, or cross the river Crouch by ferry to the Wallasea Island Nature Reserve.
How to get there: Burnham-on-Crouch is at the end of the line on the 31,331 and 332 bus route, and well worth the journey!
More info: Burnham-on-Crouch - Visit Maldon District
Southend Seafront
Head to Southend for sun, sea and fun. Explore what the pier has to offer, build sandcastles and hop on the rides at Adventure Island.
How to get there: All services into Southend centre
Colchester Zoo
Explore the wonders of wildlife and discover over 160 of the rarest and most endangered animals on the planet. With over 60 acres of parkland and lakes to explore at Colchester Zoo, experience a wild adventure like no other as you journey from the African plains at Kingdom of the wild to walking underwater at Playa Patagonia to spot Sea Lions dive and swim above you.
How to get there: Catch service 75 to get there or put this postcode into the journey planner on our app: CO3 0SL
More info: Enjoy HUGE SAVINGS when you pre-book tickets in advance at www.colchesterzoo.org
The Moot Hall & Maldon High Street
Maldon’s historic High Street offers boutique shops, great places to eat and drink and fascinating historic buildings such as Maldon’s 600-year-old Moot Hall. This Grade 1 Listed building has a narrow, spiral staircase leading to a rooftop with stunning views of the town and river. You can find out more about the Moot Hall, which has been a manor house, prison, courthouse, council chamber and wedding venue, on a pre-booked guided tour.
How to get there: Maldon High Street and the Moot Hall are easily accessible using the 31, 331, 332 and 75 bus services
More info: The Moot Hall - Historic House in Maldon, Maldon - Visit Maldon District
Crouch Ridge Vineyard
Did you know that Althorne is in the heart of Essex wine country? Crouch Ridge Vineyard is just one of the many growers of fine grapes in this sunny part of England.
How to get there: To taste some of the delicious wines just take a 15-minute walk along the footpaths from the service 31 or 331 stop at Althorne Post Office.
More info: Crouch Ridge Vineyard - Vineyard in Nr Chelmsford, Maldon - Visit Maldon District.
Wibblers Brewery, Taproom & Kitchen (Southminster)
Find out more about how beer is made and enjoy a delicious meal and a pint at Wibblers Brewery, Taproom & Kitchen in Southminster.
How to get there: Wibblers is less than 10 minutes’ walk from the Southminster High Street stop on First Essex service 31 or 331. You can even get hands-on and pre-book a brewery experience day!
More info: Wibblers Brewery, Taproom and Kitchen - Brewery in Southminster, Maldon - Visit Maldon District
Mangapps Railway Museum (Burnham-on-Crouch)
Mangapps Railway Museum in Burnham-on-Crouch includes unlimited rides along a ¾ mile standard gauge track on vintage carriages pulled by historic steam and diesel engines.
How to get there: It’s open daily during summer school holidays and is less than a 10-minute walk from the Burnham Cemetery stop on services 31, 331 or 332.
Combined Military Services Museum (Maldon)
Maldon’s Combined Military Services Museum tells the story of the British fighting forces from the medieval period to the present day and has a host of exhibits from spy cameras to a Viking sword.
How to get there: The museum is a five-minute walk from the Tesco bus stop on the 75 and 73 bus route and 15 minutes from the All Saints Church stop on the 31/331/332 routes.
More info: Combined Military Services Museum - Museum in Maldon, Maldon - Visit Maldon District
AirHop (Chelmsford & Colchester)
AirHop (formerly Jump Street) is an ideal spot for family days out, group outings and kids' parties. With 2 centres and over 80,000 square feet of exciting and unique activities they have something for everyone.
How to get there:
Chelmsford: Catch services 47, 71 or 371 to get there or put this postcode into the journey planner on our app: CM2 6UA
Colchester: Catch service S1, 86 and 87 to get there.
Natural History Museum (Colchester)
Housed in the former All Saints Church, discover more about local wildlife habitats. biodiversity and climate change at this family friendly museum. Crawl through a badgers set and discover mammoth bones and giant prehistoric shark jaws. Free entry.
How to get there: Catch any Colchester services to get there or put this postcode into the journey planner on our app: CO1 1DN.
Hollytrees Museum (Colchester)
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Nearby and FREE to visit is Hollytrees Museum, an elegant Georgian townhouse packed with treasures including an amazing dolls house which is an exact replica of Hollytrees Museum and its occupants in 1901. Discover three centuries of facinating toys, domestic items and clocks. Home to the VisitColchester Information Centre, the place to buy gifts and souvenirs.
How to get there: Catch service 104 to get there or put this postcode into the journey planner on our app: CO1 1UG
Chelmsford Cathedral
Chelmsford Cathedral is an iconic building at the heart of the city with a warm welcome for visitors. Explore the Cathedral's history and artwork and enjoy free Lunchtime Concerts on Fridays too!
How to get there: Catch any Chelmsford services to get there or put this postcode into the journey planner on our app: CM1 1TY
Photo Credit: Chelmsford Cathedral
