Heathrow Airport 1 hr 10
RSPB Rye Meads (23 min)
Nature reserve, birdwatching, wildlife, and nature Harlow Town Park (24 min)
Sprawling 164-acre park featuring a bandstand, paddling pool, skate park & several gardens. The Gibberd Garden (28 min)
Charming garden featuring 14 acres of manicured lawns, flower beds, sculpture & ceramic pots. Mountfichet Castle (11 min)
Castle & Norman village replicas on a historical site with rescued animals, a tea room & gift shop. Paradise Wildlife Park (28 min)
Family zoo area with 400+ animals, a soft play area and petting zoo, plus accommodation options. Audley End House and Gardens (29 min)
English Heritage Jacobean mansion, a third its original size, in Capability Brown-designed gardens. Mountfitchet Castle & Norman Village (11 min)
Reconstructed medieval castle and Norman settlement, plus a toy museum, closed during winter. Panshanger Park (23 min)
Sprawling countryside park & popular walking destination featuring lakes, a river & wildlife. Henry Moore Foundation (Henry Moore Studios & Gardens) (14 min)
Former home & workspace of a famed 20th-century sculptor, plus sprawling grounds with outdoor art. Benington Lordship Gardens (26 min)
Tranquil garden park known for its verdant country landscape, castle ruins & contemporary sculpture. National Trust - Hatfield Forest (18 min)
Tranquil, ancient royal hunting grounds with grass paths, a forest walk and 1200-year-old trees. Audley End Miniature Railway and Enchanted Fairy and Elf Walk (29 min)
Family-fun miniature train ride through lush woodland, plus a fairy walk and cafe. Fairlands Valley Park (32 min)
Sprawling green space with aquatic & land-based activities, from sailing classes to rope-climbing. House on the Hill Museum (11 min)
Venue showcasing a personal collection of 70,000+ toys ranging from Victorian items to modern games. Scott's Grotto (19 min) | 
