Things to Do - Stansted, Essex

Enjoy the rustic charm of the buildings, while you browse alongside the peacocks. Peruse the eclectic mix of goods and services on sale here in our exclusive shops, in a friendly relaxed atmosphere, where there's something for everyone. » More Info

The One Minet Skate Park, built by Dreamland, opened in 2007 and is used by skateboarders, bladers, BMXers and scooter riders. » More Info

Get your heart racing and explore high in the sky in a quest to conquer Sky Ropes at Great Notley Country Park. » More Info

Turn your next holiday into an adventure: We hire individually converted, fully equipped and camping ready Land Rover Defenders. Located just north of London, our 4x4s will take you off the beaten track and have everything on board you need. » More Info

Enjoy up to 60% off at over 80 stores every day of the week. » More Info

Mountfitchet Castle is a Norman Motte and Bailey Castle and Village, re-constructed on its original historic ancient site, complete with many different buildings, siege weapons and animals roaming freely throughout the 10 acre site. » More Info

As one of the greatest sights of East Anglia, with a spectacular stately home and outstanding, spacious grounds, Audley End House and Gardens has got something for all of the family. » More Info

Aviation related museum. Low admission price with free parking a great day out for everyone. » More Info

We’re a geek culture venue specialising in comics, trading card games, board games, video games, toys, American candy, milkshakes and all things geek. We hold regular gaming and events – with geek culture at its heart. » More Info

Escape the hustle and bustle of life and enjoy a visit to Greenwoods Hotel & Spa. » More Info

The Writtle Art Group meets every Monday morning in Writtle village hall. Members use a variety of mediums to achieve their artwork. Regular exhibitions take place at least twice a year. Please contact our secretary Lin Wells 01245 352082. » More Info

High Chelmer Shopping Centre has over 80 stores, services and eateries all under one roof, ranging from well-known brands to smaller independent retailers. » More Info

Spains Hall Estate is the perfect place to enjoy the countryside. Come and visit for beaver guided day trip tours, guided photography hides and trips. » More Info

Home to the North West Essex Collection of paintings, prints, books and ceramics by artists who have lived in and around Great Bardfield and Saffron Walden. » More Info

We offer sailing, kayaking, canoeing, katakanuing, dragon boating, traditional rafting, mega SUPs, SUPs & powerboating. RYA sailing and powerboat courses & British Canoeing courses. Birthday parties. Corporate, school & youth group events. » More Info

The Wonky Wheel is a small independent gallery, of all things beautiful and handmade by local artists and makers from across East Anglia. » More Info

Saffron Screen is your not-for-profit independent cinema offering the big screen experience at a fraction of the price. » More Info

Sample the atmosphere and take a ride on an award winning period country railway. A pretty line, almost a mile long, with relocated station buildings, signal boxes and bridges all lovingly restored and rebuilt. » More Info

Hopefield Animal Sanctuary sits on 53 acres of beautiful countryside in the heart of Brentwood, Essex. » More Info

Individual - Groups - School Visits - Discover 300 years of explosive history. Experience an in-depth Tractor Trailer Guided Tour of our 170 acre site. Exhibitions / Film, 300 years of intrigue and history are ready for the adventurous and curious. » More Info

Set in 20 acres of mature woodlands Award Winning Nuclear Wild Forest offers the perfect location for everyone from adult training, family days out, birthday parties, get-togethers, team building, corporate and charity fundraising events. » More Info

Great Fun for families, groups and schools! Meet all your farmyard favourites, enjoy the rides, animated shows, amusements, rare breed & exotic animals plus much, much more! » More Info

Set in the rolling countryside of North Essex less than an hour from London is the 15th century Guildhall Finchingfield. The Guildhall is an historic venue with its own interactive museum, small shop, and library. » More Info

Opened in 1966, Pets' Corner is a small, friendly farm located in Harlow Town Park. » More Info

Explore Essex's biggest outdoor high ropes course with 6 different courses, three different challenge levels, over 70 aerial obstacles, ziplines & 50' big drop surrounded by woodland, there's climbing challenges for everyone of all ages. » More Info

Take one of our Steam or Diesel Engines through the beautiful Audley End Estate Woodland, designed by Capability Brown. » More Info

Bridge End Garden is a restored Victorian Grade II* listed garden located on the north side of Saffron Walden and open to the public year round, with the exception of Christmas Day. » More Info

Experience a unique piece of history at the 13th century, Knights Templar Barns, complete with Tudor walled garden and Tiptree tea rooms. » More Info

Famous for its deer park and Stick Man trail, Weald Country Park boasts spectacular views and space, covering over 520 acres of woodland, wildflower meadows and open grassland. » More Info

Essex Outdoor Harlow is our oasis of urban adventure, a small and friendly site offering an amazing amount of activities and excitement. » More Info

You’ll find gallons of fun at Lee Valley White Water Centre, from white water rafting on the Olympic course to family paddling on our lake. » More Info

I have been performing to live audiences as a singer, actor and musician for decades but now I am going solo. Based in Essex and available with a range of sets for parties, weddings, corporate events, etc. » More Info

Many local organisations now use the Village Hall on a regular basis and cover activities such as karate, ballroom dancing, pre-school, dog training, yoga and also our very successful monthly Farmer's Market. » More Info

Located in the heart of the Essex countryside, visitors are welcome to visit our farm and meet our alpacas - we are always happy to give advice about the joys and practicalities of keeping alpacas, and explain their many uses! » More Info

The Art Place is offering a modern art gallery with art work for sale, a shop with a wide range of items: homemade, vegan, upcycled and/or local. As a creative place, we also offer a Maker Space for local artists plus creative workshops and classes. » More Info