We went to Wat Tyler on Easter Bank Holiday Monday. It was cold but bright and there were plenty of families enjoying the fresh air. Bouncy castles and a bucking bronco had been laid on for the children. We ate upstairs in the visitors centre are were impressed by the quality and value for money of the food. The staff... More

I visited here with a young relative. The free outdoor play areas are excellent and as it was very cold we had the place almost to ourselves. I have been here in the summer and while it does get busy we have always found a place to park and somewhere to sit.

Lots of things for Kids to do including a large play area with lots of interesting climbing frames etc.

We often take our dogs here for a change from the usual routine, there is a fair bit of mud and water about though so take some towels for afterwards. Like everywhere in essex right now you'll need you'll wells too!

I have been to many parks but this one was fantastic. So many different things for the children to play on, not been anywhere with such a variety of equipment and bonus it's free.

This is a fascinating area on the marshes with easy walks to see estuary and creek views.There are longer and more energetic walks through woodland paths with works of art artfully blended into the landscape. For wildlife fans there are bird hides and an RSPB centre with friendly and helpful volunteers and often fun activities for children. The playgrounds are... More

park is lovely to walk around and great for picnics. interesting panorma of the water and my dogs loved the expereince as much as me. More dog poo bins needed though please.

I wasn't there in the days of the pasture, but I did see the old cafe, and the separate childrens' play areas. What they've done to it even in the last couple of years is remove the character, make it the McDonalds of country parks. My daughter did enjoy the large playground, but she's seven, she'd enjoy anywhere with swings.... More

Many years ago this was a fantastic wildlife area. Whilst Basildon District Council were busy destroying all the trees and greenery to replace it with the concrete slum that Basildon is today, somehow this area remained off their radar so to speak. It was a beautiful place, birds galore, rabbits running free, butterflies, bats, peace and quiet. Sadly about 10... More