Things to do in Runwell, Essex
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Runwell, Essex.
The Great Outdoors in Runwell
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Runwell.
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Shotgate Thickets Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
A small reserve where the scrub comes alive with birdsong in spring and the ponds are a haven for damselflies
Crowsheath Wood Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
Take a walk through this fantastic woodland that shows off one of Essex's best spring flower displays
Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Discovery Park | Essex Wildlife Trust
Providing panoramic views over the 870 acre reservoir. The Nature Discovery Centre is set in mature woodland and has proved a popular bat roost, with a beautiful carpet of Bluebells in the spring.
Woodham Fen Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
Witness the unusual habitat in Essex where there is a natural transition from saltmarsh to grassland, bringing with it an interesting array of plant and wildlife species
Little Haven Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
A rich mosaic of woodland, meadows and flower-rich acid grassland that forms an important wildlife corridor in an urban area
Fobbing Marsh Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
Wander through one of the few remaining Thameside grazing marshes; full of flowering plants and visiting migrant birds
Tile Wood Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
One of the earliest ancient woods recorded in south-east Essex, this woodland is an important wildlife corridor in the Daws Heath woodland landscape
Pound Wood Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
One of the largest remaining areas of ancient woodland in South East Essex, this reserve is one of the few sites in the UK where the Heath Fritillary butterfly is flourishing
Langdon Nature Discovery Park | Essex Wildlife Trust
Our new and sustainable Nature Discovery Centre with enhanced facilities is now open to the public. We look forward to welcoming you to our gateway to the Langdon Hills.
Thrift Wood Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
Listen out for the drumming of woodpeckers, the singing trills of the nightingale and warblers and even the sounds of wood ant colonies scuttling along.
Horndon Meadow Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
A small nature reserve where hundreds of wildflowers bloom in spring
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Music in Runwell
Enjoy live performances, local gigs, and music festivals, celebrating a range of musical genres.
Music within 10 miles of Runwell.
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23
Aug
Back to the 80's Summer Tribute Festival with Martin Kemp
Chelmsford We're going back to the 80s with a Summer Tribute Festival & Martin Kemp with his headlining 80s DJ Set
25
May
Spangled Presents - XXX + XXX
Spangled Presents: XXX + XXX Bank Holiday day rave at Black Box Brewery Pure DnB energy
11
Jul
80s night: That Eighties Band + DJ Ska N Mash
That Eighties Band return to Stanford-le-Hope for another celebration of classic 80s
26
Sep
Tribute Night to The Who
A full tribute night to The Who starring the Maximum Who Tribute Band + DJ Ska n Mash
24
Aug
Stanford Ska Sunday August 2025
Stanford Ska Sunday, August 2025 with The Decatonics at the Welcome Club and the Railway Tavern helping to raise funds for UK Homes For Heroes.
17
May
Back to the 80s Disco - Witham
Get ready to step back in time for an unforgettable Back to the 80s Disco at Witham Town Football Club
27
Sep
Soul & Motown Night - Witham
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of soulful melodies and Motown magic, join us on Saturday, 27th September
29
Nov
ABBA Tribute Night - Witham
Get ready to experience the ultimate tribute to one of the greatest groups of all time ABBA
13
Dec
Bob Marley Tribute Night - Witham
Get ready for a spectacular evening celebrating the legendary Bob Marley at Witham Town Football Club.
18
Oct
Bee gees Tribute Night - Witham
Are you ready to relive the magic of one of the greatest musical groups of all time?
31
May
Our Typa Thing Presents - MJ COLE
Our next instalment, possibly our biggest to date MJ COLE
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History and Heritage in Runwell
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
History and heritage within 10 miles of Runwell.
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Hadleigh Castle | English Heritage
The romantic ruins of a royal castle overlooking the Essex marshes. Hadleigh was begun in about 1215 by Hubert de Burgh, but extensively refortified by Edward III during the Hundred Years War.
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Wildlife in Runwell
Encounter local wildlife in their natural habitats with guided tours and nature reserves.
Wildlife within 10 miles of Runwell.
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Belfairs Nature Discovery Centre | Essex Wildlife Trust
Belfairs Nature Discovery Centre is the gateway to the Daws Heath Woodland. The centre provides a space for schools, groups and families to learn about south Essex’s fantastic ancient woodlands in an interactive way.
Stow Maries Halt Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
Once a railway stop on the Maldon-South Woodham Ferrers line, the disused remains have been claimed back by nature
Two Tree Island Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
Adjacent to the internationally protected Thames Estuary, Two Tree Island is a winter refuge for a huge variety of winter wildfowl and waders
Hitchcock's Meadow Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
Found on the rolling hills adjoining Danbury Common, Hitchcock's Meadow is wonderful mix of flower-rich ancient pasture, secondary woodland, scrubland and marsh
Blue House Farm Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
Immerse yourself in the best wilderness Essex can offer and witness the true wonder of migration at Blue House Farm
Thorndon Nature Discovery Centre | Essex Wildlife Trust
The Thorndon Nature Discovery Centre is situated in Thorndon Country Park. There are some fantastic walks through ancient woodland and historic deer parks which lie close alongside recently planted woodland and a landscape of small pastures.
Stanford Warren Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
Walk alongside one of the largest reedbeds in Essex in this Thameside nature reserve and listen out for the famous call of the cuckoo in the summer.
Thameside Nature Discovery Park | Essex Wildlife Trust
A stunning and innovative visitor centre built on a former landfill site, with superb views over Mucking Flats SSSI and the Thames Estuary (SPA). Footpaths and cycle ways in 120 acres of nature park, which will expand to 845 acres. Great birdwatching, insect watching and ship watching.
Danbury Ridge Nature Reserves | Essex Wildlife Trust
Danbury Ridge Nature Reserves are a wonderful mosaic of woodland, common, heathland, streams and bogs
Heather Hills Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
With amazing views and ancient woodland, this little pocket of nature is worth visiting
Warley Place Nature Reserve | Essex Wildlife Trust
Warley Place is open every day during daylight hours. This 25 acre reserve is the site of a house and once famous Edwardian gardens belonging to Ellen Willmott, it is now maintained as a nature reserve by Essex Wildlife Trust. There are some spectacular flowers to be enjoyed throughout the year, especially in the spring.
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The Arts in Runwell
Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.
The arts within 10 miles of Runwell.
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The Bay Museum
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Sport in Runwell
Get active with a variety of sports, from local clubs to adrenaline-filled outdoor adventures.
Sport within 10 miles of Runwell.
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Saint Cleres Hall Golf Club
Our course opened in 1994, and is designed to offer golfers of all abilities a challenge. Set in rolling terrain, the course is built on a sizeable piece of land, meaning the most of the holes are...
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Exploring further afield?
Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.
Runwell
Wickford
Crouch
Nevendon
Downham
Hornchurch
Brock Hill
Battlesbridge
Rawreth Shot
Shotgate
South Hanningfield
Coalhill
Ramsden Bellhouse
Burnt Mills
Ramsden Heath
Crays Hill
Rawreth
Hanningfield Reservoir
North Benfleet
Felmore
Basildon
Rettendon
Fryerns
New Thundersley
West Hanningfield
Eversley
Bowers Gifford
Chalvedon
Tarpots
Pitsea
Sunnymede
South Green
Great Burstead
Noak Bridge
Thundersley
Barstable
Noak Hill
Hullbridge
Gooseberry Green
Billericay
South Woodham Ferrers
Pipps Hill
Weir
Vange
Queen's Park
Greenwoods
Rayleigh
Brandy Hole
Mill Hill
Lee Chapel
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