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Spend an afternoon at the tallest Tudor gatehouse in England to find a knot garden, a farm, a Wildlife Walk and five centuries’ worth of history.

Feed elephants and giraffes, watch a falconry display and meet the fearsome Komodo dragons at one of the U.K.’s best zoos.

Explore the lovely green spaces of Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum and enjoy the golf courses in Colchester. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

You can take time to visit Cineworld Braintree during your travels to Braintree. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Catch an event at Cressing Road Stadium during your trip to Braintree. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

You can enjoy retail therapy at Freeport Outlet Village during your stay in Braintree. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.