Westlands Country Park
40ac/16ha
Grid ref: TL 966 232
Updated 31/12/2023.
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This new country park occupies the former Shrub End landfill site. About 25% of the area has been planted up with trees that are now well established, and the rest is a mixture of close-mown and rough grassland. There is a wild flower area near the main entrance.
Visiting
On the south-west fringe of Colchester, accessed from James Carter Road (off Straight Road)
Bus services along Straight Road and James Carter Road
Accessible at all times.
Easy access circular route
© Glyn Baker