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Hadleigh Park

Hadleigh Park offers something for everyone – idyllic countryside, cycling and walking trails and magnificent views. The tracks are free to ride.
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More information, can be found here: https://hootbio.com/explore-essex Hadleigh Park was home to mountain biking at the 2012 Olympics. Since the games, the trails have been maintained and more have been added to suit all abilities. There is also a bike shop/bikes for hire and a 400 space car park. In addition to this, Hadleigh Park has walking routes, play equipment and a reservoir.

16/04/2026

A rare moment on the marsh...👀 🌾

This elusive snipe was spotted at our sister park by Ranger Rob.

If you love the thrill of spotting something special, now's the time to visit our parks.

Grab your binoculars and see what you can discover. 🐦 🌳

13/04/2026

🐾✨We're on the hunt for April's Park Pup Star!✨🐾

We've had some PAW-some entries so far and now we're looking for April's Pup Star.

Show us pics of your precious pooches enjoying our park and you and your furry friends could WIN...

🐾 a £25 Pet's Corner voucher
🐾 a chance to feature in our end-of-year calendar.

📸 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! ❤️

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

We can't wait to meet our spring Park Pup Stars! 🐶 ☀️ 🌷

10/04/2026

Last chance! 🐣🌷🤩

It’s your last chance to help the Easter bunny at Hadleigh Country Park count the eggs hidden throughout the park before it ends on Sunday 12 April.

The FREE Easter trail is a great way to keep the kids entertained and enjoy the great outdoors.

After you’ve counted all the eggs, your children can enjoy the play area, pump tracks or a beautiful walk with stunning scenery and sweeping vistas.

Pick up or download your Easter Trail sheet and make some fun family memories for free.

https://www.explore-essex.com/whats-on/easter-trail-hadleigh

08/04/2026

🐾 Big news from our friends at Weald Country Park! 🐾

Weald Country Park in Brentwood (one of our sister sites) officially launched a brand-new dog walking trail last week … and they welcomed some very special guests to help open it.

Pete Wicks and some of his furry friends from Dogs Trust Basildon launched the trail, which has been named after him in honour of his work with Dogs Trust and mental wellbeing.

Explore the Pete Wicks Dog Walking Trail at Weald, visit the stunning park and enjoy all it has to offer for your and your paw-fect pals 🐶
https://www.explore-essex.com/pete-wicks-dog-trail

Discover more dog walking inspiration at the Essex Country Parks: https://www.explore-essex.com/blog/eight-perfect-parks-pooches

Thanks to James Rudland for the official pics!

05/04/2026

Happy Easter! 🐰🐣🌷

We hope you have an enjoyable Easter weekend 🍫

Check out our latest magazine to find out what's on around Essex plus, some egg-cellent Easter craft ideas! 👉 https://www.explore-essex.com/magazine/essex-explorer

01/04/2026

Ahh April is here! 🐾 🌷 🌿

A brand new month has arrived, bringing longer days, fresh colours and plenty to look forward to!

🐣 Easter adventures. Join our family-friendly and FREE Easter trail (on now).
🌸 Watch our woodlands and meadows come alive with blossom, bluebells and fresh greenery.
🚲 Get active on two wheels. Hire a bike from Hadleigh Park Cycles or bring your own.
🚶🏻‍♀️ Get outdoors. With lighter evenings, there's more time to explore!
☕ Relax and refuel. Visit the Hadleigh Farm Estate cafe or bring your own treats to enjoy in the fresh air.

Find out what else is on 👉 www.explore-essex.com/events.

27/03/2026

Out now! The spring edition of the Essex Explorer Magazine is packed full of fascinating features, walks, history, family activities and so much more.

Read it online to inspire Easter days out. 🐣🌷☀️ https://issuu.com/exploreessex/docs/essex_explorer_spring_2026

And don’t forget to enter our competition to win a spa break with Talbooth House & Spa in Dedham worth nearly £600!

26/03/2026

Hop into Easter fun at Hadleigh Country Park! 🐰🌷

Join our eggscellent Easter Trail this school holiday and help the Easter Bunny find hidden eggs across the park.

Make a day of it, enjoy the children's play area, paths and magnificent views. Bring a picnic, or pick up some hot drinks and snacks from the Hub café. Hire a bike and enjoy the park on two wheels!😃

Ready to count, explore, and discover? Pick up or download your Easter Trail sheet and join us from 28 March till 12 April for a memorable family adventure! 🌳🌼

Want more Easter inspiration? Read our NEW blog: www.explore-essex.com/blog/easter-fun-country-parks

20/03/2026

Spring has arrived at Hadleigh Country Park! 🌷☀️🐝

Celebrate the first day of astrological spring with us. With longer, brighter days ahead, there’s even more time to wander through wide open landscapes, enjoy views across the Thames Estuary and simply watch the meadows begin to bloom and buzz.

Looking for more ways to enjoy the season? Check out our “12 things to do in Essex this spring” article for inspiration: https://issuu.com/exploreessex/docs/essex_explorer_spring_2026/6

📸 Recent and past spring pictures captured by our magnificent park manager and magnificent rangers at Hadleigh💚

16/03/2026

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13/03/2026

Why not celebrate and love your local park with a visit to Hadleigh?

Did you know that the landscapes at Hadleigh are important for rare flora and fauna, such as the shrill carder bee?

Under the UK’s biodiversity framework the shrill carder bee is a priority species as it’s very rare and is found only a handful of locations throughout the UK?

Take a trip to Hadleigh and discover much more this English Tourism Week.

www.explore-essex.com/blog/8-fascinating-facts-essex-day

Address

Chapel Lane
South Benfleet
SS72PP

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

+441702551072

Website

https://www.explore-essex.com/places-to-go/find-whats-near-me/hadleigh-country-park

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