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“Essex's longest play trail, freshly expanded with new KOMPAN play equipment”


A 1.2km play trail loop through Great Notley Country Park on accessible, buggy-friendly paths, expanded in July 2026 with new KOMPAN equipment: an agility trail, a pendulum swing, sand play equipment, sensory boards and a 12m rope bridge, plus improved access to the sand play area. The trail also has climbing frames, swings, a zip wire, seesaws and slides, and a smaller toddler area with little wooden houses — equipment spans all ages. The water play area and climbing forest sections remain closed. A cafe inside the visitor centre offers a limited selection of cold food, drinks and ice cream, with toilets (including accessible and baby change) inside. Parking charges apply.


Facilities

  • Baby changing
  • Dog friendly
  • Outdoor
  • Paid parking
  • Play Area
  • Snacks available
  • Toilets

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the same as Great Notley Country Park?

This listing covers the play trail specifically — see the separate Great Notley Country Park listing for the wider park and Sky Ropes course.


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Location

Great Notley Country Park, Great Notley, Braintree, CM77 7FS

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