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Great Notley Country Park

Great Notley, United Kingdom•4.4(2.6k)•Country Park, Playground

Explore 100 acres of countryside featuring Essex's longest play trail, Sky Ropes adventure course, and a scenic fishing lake perfect for active families.

Great Notley Country Park spans 100 acres of beautiful Essex countryside and offers something for every family member. The park's standout feature is Essex's longest play trail, stretching 1.2km with exciting equipment including giant seesaws, swing scales, rope climbers, slides, forts, and a large sand play area. Children can jump, swing, slide, crawl and climb their way through this adventure playground while parents supervise from picnic areas. For thrill-seekers, Sky Ropes provides a fun, family-friendly high ropes adventure course with multiple challenge levels. Beyond active play, the park caters to those seeking quieter experiences with lovely nature areas including a fishing lake, wildflower meadows, and walking trails. The venue welcomes a wide range of activities such as birdwatching, cycling, horse riding, football, and kite-flying. The park is dog-friendly and pushchair-friendly, making it accessible for families with young children and pets. The Skylark Café serves refreshments daily, with extended hours on weekends. With its Green Flag Award status and year-round opening, Great Notley Country Park provides an ideal destination for families seeking outdoor adventure and natural beauty in Essex.
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Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Venue Details

Venue Type

Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

Recommended ages

0 months (newborn)+

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

The Skylark Café

On-site café offering food and beverages

Hours: Monday to Saturday: 9:30am to 4:00pm, Sundays: 10:00am to 4:00pm

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Google Reviews

4.4(2.6k reviews)
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Jessica H

Jessica H

2 months ago

Cafe shuts at 3pm (Friday) but public toilets open for a little longer and accessible just round the side. Lots of wide open spaces and plenty of natural wildlife to see and pockets of little amusements for kids as you walk around. Picnic benches and benches scattered about. A bit scarce on bins (led by design I think) and shaded areas near some things so if you want a spot to settle out of the sun without a toddler wandering off down a steep bit or into taller grasses etc less than ideal. There are lakes (or a lake) yet to be discovered by us which sounds cool. I think perfect for older kids who can and will just embrace play and adventure. A bit too much effort to get there by foot with little pay off if your kids have no sensibility or who cling to you suffocatingly...

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Law Family

Law Family

3 months ago

Really good park, plenty of room for children to run about and let off steam. Lots of different trails to take (which are all signposted) these trails have concrete/gravel and are wide enough to walk and have cycling on. Boys loved the play trail as at intervals there are various different play equipment and one large play area with sand and climbing. We will definitely be back as it was really pleasant. We left around 4.30 on a sunday but toilets had been locked up which is a shame and the main down side.

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Graham Addison

Graham Addison

4 months ago

Stopped on an off chance. Glad we did. Good walks twiste in and out for over an hour and did over 2 miles. Easy pay parking. Cafe limited opening as are the toilets. Great place for children.

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AwardedCat

AwardedCat

7 months ago

A great park to have a nice walk around, there are also playground equipment scattered along the “play trail”, ranging from zip lines, swings, musical things, and slides. However, the review is 4* because some of the equipment is currently out of use due to management and some construction with fencing. You can walk up a hill and also see the “Birds of Freedom” statue. Furthermore, you can also walk around the lake via the bridleway.

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steven sebborn

steven sebborn

9 months ago

Great day out for kids, lots of entertaining things to play with and explore as you walk or cycle round. Nice little cafe as well.

Reviews last updated: 6 October 2026

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This venue was last updated on 6 October 2026

Frequently asked questions about Great Notley Country Park

Is Great Notley Country Park free to visit?

Great Notley Country Park is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

What ages is Great Notley Country Park suitable for?

Great Notley Country Park is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is Great Notley Country Park dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Great Notley Country Park.

Is there parking at Great Notley Country Park?

Yes — Great Notley Country Park has on-site parking, plus additional parking nearby.

Is there food at Great Notley Country Park?

Yes — The Skylark Café is on site at Great Notley Country Park. On-site café offering food and beverages

Is Great Notley Country Park pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Great Notley Country Park is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at Great Notley Country Park?

Great Notley Country Park is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Great Notley Country Park by public transport?

Great Notley Country Park is well-served by public transport.
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