Thorndon Country Park

Thorndon Country Park Discover the Gruffalo Trail, explore the tranquil woodlands, go fishing or birdwatching and let imaginations run wild.
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Perfect for dog walkers, families and nature lovers alike. More information, can be found here: https://hootbio.com/explore-essex

๐ŸพโœจWe're sniffing out June's Park Pup Star!โœจ๐ŸพWe've had some PAW-some entries to our competition so far. Do you think your...
08/06/2026

๐ŸพโœจWe're sniffing out June's Park Pup Star!โœจ๐Ÿพ

We've had some PAW-some entries to our competition so far.

Do you think your pooch is precious enough to win? ๐Ÿถ โ˜€๏ธ ๐ŸŒท

Show us pics of your fury friends enjoying our park and you could WIN...

๐Ÿพ a ยฃ25 Pet's Corner voucher
๐Ÿพ a chance to feature in our end-of-year calendar.

๐Ÿ“ธ How to enter:
Like this post, share it and use the comments to send us a photo of your dog loving life at one of the Essex Country Parks.

Or email your entry in to: [email protected].

Share your tail wagging stories too! โค๏ธ

Congratulations to Moose, who also featured on Pete Wicks: For Dog's Sake for winning last month.

Full details and T&Cs on our website: https://www.explore-essex.com/essex-parks-pup-stars

Dogs Trust

Pictures: Entries from Moose, Monty and Millie ๐Ÿ˜ ๐Ÿถ

Itโ€™s   and weโ€™re saying a massive THANK YOU to everyone that supports our country park ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป Our volunteers carry out al...
03/06/2026

Itโ€™s and weโ€™re saying a massive THANK YOU to everyone that supports our country park ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป

Our volunteers carry out all kinds of jobs all year round, helping to keep the park welcoming for visitors and native wildlife.

Recent images below show some of our volunteers helping to remove sycamore from our woodlands and wood pastures.
A fast growing, invasive species, it's important to keep it at bay!

Volunteering has all kinds of benefits for those taking part too, boosting mental, social and physical wellbeing.

If you would like to volunteer with Essex Country Parks please email: [email protected] and include the name of the park or area you are interested in.

You can view all our parks and places here:
https://www.explore-essex.com/places-to-go/our-parks-and-places

Happy June! ๐Ÿฆ† ๐Ÿ˜Ž ๐Ÿ’ฎ Our country park  is looking beautiful - come on down and enjoy the stunning woods, and our freshly pa...
01/06/2026

Happy June! ๐Ÿฆ† ๐Ÿ˜Ž ๐Ÿ’ฎ

Our country park is looking beautiful - come on down and enjoy the stunning woods, and our freshly painted The Gruffalo characters!

Magic Light

The weather is warming up! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ โ˜€๏ธIf you are thinking about visiting us, please remember to follow our no BBQ rule.As the s...
26/05/2026

The weather is warming up! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ โ˜€๏ธ

If you are thinking about visiting us, please remember to follow our no BBQ rule.

As the summer approaches, the grasslands become dry, which means there is an increased risk of fire and damage. โš ๏ธ

Picnics, on the other hand, are always welcome! ๐Ÿฅช ๐Ÿงบ ๐Ÿ“

We also politely ask you to take your litter home and supervise children and keep dogs on leads near ponds, rivers, lakes and wildlife. Remember, swimming is prohibited.

Thank you for visiting our park safely and responsibly.๐ŸŒณ๐ŸŒณ๐ŸŒณ

Take a Heritage Walk at Thorndon Country Park this May bank holiday. ๐ŸŒณ โ˜€๏ธ We're featured Explore Essex 5 Best Heritage W...
24/05/2026

Take a Heritage Walk at Thorndon Country Park this May bank holiday. ๐ŸŒณ โ˜€๏ธ

We're featured Explore Essex 5 Best Heritage Walks blog!

Visit us this weekend to discover fascinating local history, hidden stories and fabulous Essex countryside.

Read the blog and plan your bank holiday adventure here: https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/best-essex-heritage-walks

Pictures: Thorndon Country Park, Cressing Temple , Cudmore Grove Country Park and Weald Country Park .

Looking for a cheap and cheerful day out this half term? โ˜€๏ธ ๐ŸŒณ Swap screens for sunshine and let the kids run wild at the...
22/05/2026

Looking for a cheap and cheerful day out this half term? โ˜€๏ธ ๐ŸŒณ

Swap screens for sunshine and let the kids run wild at the Essex Country Parks. ๐Ÿ›

From epic play trails and Julia Donaldson adventures, to woodland walks and Sky Ropes fun, the parks are packed with affordable family activities to keep active kids entertained.

Pack a picnic, get outdoors and make some memories this May half term. ๐Ÿฅช ๐Ÿ“

Read our blog for inspiration: https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/may-active-kids

Pictures: Cudmore Grove Country Park, Thorndon Country Park and Weald Country Park.

๐Ÿ Happy  ! ๐ŸWe all love honeybees (who doesnโ€™t love honey? ๐Ÿฏ), but theyโ€™re only part of the story.Our native bumblebees ...
20/05/2026

๐Ÿ Happy ! ๐Ÿ

We all love honeybees (who doesnโ€™t love honey? ๐Ÿฏ), but theyโ€™re only part of the story.

Our native bumblebees and solitary bees are just as important.
The good news? ๐ŸŒผ

The landscape restoration work is helping to support them, creating vibrant wildflower meadows packed with life.

And itโ€™s workingโ€ฆ ๐Ÿ‘€

Weโ€™re spotting more and more rare bees across the Essex Country Parks.

๐Ÿ’› Want to know more or help support our native bees from home?

Read our NEW blog: https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/world-bee-day

Thank you to Joe and Gavin for these bee pics.

*Visitor Notice: Green Belt Relay this weekend*Please be aware the car park, site and roads may be busier than usual tom...
16/05/2026

*Visitor Notice: Green Belt Relay this weekend*

Please be aware the car park, site and roads may be busier than usual tomorrow (Sunday 17 May) for Stage 12 of the Green Belt Relay. ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ

Good luck to everyone taking part ๐Ÿ…๐Ÿ‘

Coming up at Thorndon: Trailnet Activity Day ๐ŸŒณ ๐Ÿšฒ Join Trailnet CIC on Sunday 31 May for a FREE Activity Day at Thorndon ...
14/05/2026

Coming up at Thorndon: Trailnet Activity Day ๐ŸŒณ ๐Ÿšฒ

Join Trailnet CIC on Sunday 31 May for a FREE Activity Day at Thorndon Country Park from 10am to 3pm.

All ages are welcome!

Activities:
๐Ÿšฒ Cycle skills
๐ŸŒณ Woodland school
๐Ÿงญ Orienteering
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Geocaching
๐Ÿฆ Nature walks
๐Ÿงก Inclusive Bike Demo

๐Ÿ‘‰ Find out more and register here: https://trailnetcic.wufoo.com/forms/thorndon-activity-day/

Address

Thorndon Country Park, The Avenue
Brentwood
CM133RZ

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday 8am - 4:30pm
Sunday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

01277 211250

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