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    Best Lakes In Colchester

    We've rounded up the best lakes in Colchester in our quest to discover brilliant family attractions and places to visit near you. There are 6 Colchester lakes to pick from. Find the perfect places to go with your kids and get out on your next adventure!

    All the lakes we list are rated according to the ages they are suitable for, facilities and whether they are suitable for rainy days or best when the sun is shining.

    Many of the places we list are historic or educational in nature and would be suitable for class trips or as ways to keep the learning up whilst having fun over the school holidays.

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    Families on beach at Woodup Pool in Maldon

    Woodup Pool

    • Maldon
    • Outdoor
    • Lidos

    Woodup Pool, also known as Woodrolfe Pool is a very basic salt water bathing pool that even has its own little beach at one end! The pool can be foun...

    Ages 4+

    9.3 mi

    Picnic field at Long Melford Country Park

    Long Melford Country Park

    • Long Melford
    • Outdoor
    • National Parks

    Sun’s out, weather’s gorgeous and you just want to spend the day outdoor? At Melford Country Park you’ll find over 8 hectares of grassland, woodland...

    All Ages

    14.4 mi

    Family on splash pad at Promenade Park in Maldon

    Promenade Park

    • Maldon
    • Outdoor
    • National Parks

    Promenade Park is the District's most popular park and has undergone a major refurbishment programme in recent years. Promenade Park offers the follo...

    All Ages

    14.6 mi

    Hill top view of Chafford Gorges Nature Park in Grays

    Chafford Gorges Nature Park

    • Grays
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • National Parks

    Chafford Gorges Nature Park has 200 acres of green space, perfect for wildlife, residents of Chafford Hundred and for visitors! Get away from the hus...

    All Ages

    37.8 mi

    Families watching show at Milton Country Park

    Milton Country Park

    • Milton
    • Outdoor
    • Parks and Playgrounds

    TheMilton Country Park comprises 95 acres of eclectic terrain to explore based around the reclaimed gravel pits, but out of it's wilder depths there...

    All Ages

    39.6 mi

    Man on zip wire at Fairlands Valley Park in Stevenage

    Fairlands Valley Park

    • Stevenage
    • Outdoor
    • Parks and Playgrounds

    Activities at Fairlands Valley Park include sailing bell boats and dragon boats, fishing, swimming in the paddling pools and playing on the children'...

    All Ages

    46.1 mi

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