High Woods Country Park
Walk Highlights
- Location:
- Colchester
- Postcode:
- CO4 5JR
- Parking:
There are several dedicated pay and display car parks for High Woods Country Park in Colchester, Essex, located at different entrances (e.g., Turner Road main entrance, Chanterelle Drive, Brinkley Lane). Parking charges apply (check Colchester Borough Council website for current rates). These provide good access to different parts of the park, the visitor centre, cafe, and play areas. The car parks can get very busy, especially at weekends and during school holidays, for this popular Essex destination.
- Distance:
- 1.50 miles
- Time:
- 0.80 hours
- Difficulty:
- Easy
- Terrain:
The terrain in High Woods Country Park, Essex, is varied. Main paths around the lake and visitor centre are often well-surfaced (tarmac or compacted gravel) and accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Woodland trails and paths through meadows can be earth, more uneven, muddy after rain, and involve some gentle to moderate slopes and undulations. Sturdy footwear is advisable for exploring all areas of this Essex park.
- Facilities:
- Toilets
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Dog-Centric Details
- Poo Bins Available:
- Yes
- Secure/Fenced Area:
- No
- Dog Water Source:
- Yes
- Dog Notes:
High Woods Country Park in Essex is extremely popular for dog walking, and dogs are very welcome. There are extensive areas for off-lead exercise throughout the woodlands and meadows, but dogs should be kept under control, especially near the lake with waterfowl, play areas, the cafe, and when other park users or cyclists are present. Dog waste bins are widely available throughout this Essex park. Please clean up after your dog. The park offers great variety for dog walks.
- EV Charger Nearby:
- No
- Fuel Station Nearby:
- No
- Livestock Information:
- Off-Leash Policy:
- Partial Off-Leash
- Dog Traffic:
- Busy
- Seasonal Advice:
- Height Restriction:
- No
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- PLUS Feature
Explore High Woods Country Park in Essex, a large and popular Green Flag Award-winning park located on the northern edge of Colchester, offering a diverse range of habitats and excellent recreational facilities. This extensive Essex park features ancient woodland, open meadows, a picturesque lake, and areas managed for wildlife conservation, providing a valuable green oasis for the Colchester community and visitors. High Woods Country Park is known for its beautiful scenery, accessible paths, and family-friendly atmosphere.
An extensive network of well-maintained paths and trails winds its way through High Woods Country Park, suitable for walkers, cyclists, families with pushchairs, and nature enthusiasts. Key features include several waymarked walking trails of different lengths, a large central lake popular for fishing and wildlife, a visitor centre with a cafe and toilets, children's adventure play areas, and areas of historic woodland. This Essex park is excellent for a full day out, offering something for everyone.
- Discover High Woods Country Park in Colchester, Essex, a large Green Flag award-winning park.
- Walk or cycle along numerous paths through ancient woodland, open meadows, and around a scenic lake.
- Excellent facilities including large adventure play areas, a visitor centre, and cafe.
- A popular Essex park for families, recreation, and enjoying diverse wildlife habitats.
Walks in High Woods Country Park can be of any length, from a short 1-mile accessible loop around the lake and near the visitor centre, to a longer 4-5 mile exploration of the entire park, its varied trails, and woodland sections. This Essex park offers great flexibility for walkers of all abilities.
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