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UK: East of England: Essex: Thorndon

Thorndon Country Park

Essex County Council's publications describe the faciltiies as: "Thorndon Country Park and Hartswood, linked with the treasures of lesser-known sites, provide a large area of countryside for you to enjoy. Walk in precious woods, historic parkland and timeless commons. Experience atmospheric places charged with a sense of history and filled with the scent of wildflowers and the call of birds. Whether on foot, bicycle or horseback you can enjoy the peace and wildlife of the Brentwood countryside."


Status: Open

Promotion
For information about the route, contact the Ranger Service on 01277 211250.

Ordnance Survey
This section lists the Ordnance Survey maps at the two most useful scales, covering the area of the route. Clicking on any of them will enable the reader to purchase the map on line from Amazon.
  • Explorer Map 175: Southend-on-Sea & Basildon
  • Landranger Map 177: East London, Billericay and Gravesend

    Where to stay
    A useful book entitled Bed and Breakfast for Horses which lists places to keep a horse overnight can be purchased from the British Horse Society.

    Further Information
    Information about this and other country parks in Essex can be found on the Essex County Council website.

    © 2001 British Horse Society. Updated: 1 May 01.
    Reference: EEE