Things To Do in Essex With Kids in January

Looking for things to do in Essex with Kids this January, then we may be able to help!

There are some brilliant zoos and wildlife parks to explore in Essex, and they are sometimes a lot quieter in the winter months, meaning you can get up close and personal with the residents.

Epping Ongar Light Express is still running until 7th January 2024 find out more here Epping Ongar Light Express

Harlow Playhouse Beauty and The Beast is still running until 7th January 2024, find out more here Harlow Playhouse

Chelmsford Theatre Jack and The Beanstalk is still running until 7th January 2024, find out more here Chelmsford Theatre

Colchester Zoo is open everyday throughout January, find out more here Colchester Zoo

Call of The Wild Zoo is open everyday throughout January, find out more here Call of The Wild Zoo

Maldon Promenade Petting Zoo is open everyday throughout January, find out more here Maldon Promenade Petting Zoo

Marsh Farm Animal Adventure Park is only open at weekends during January 2024 find out more here Marsh Farm Animal Adventure Park

Adventure Inside is open everyday throughout January, find out more here Adventure Inside

Sealife Adventure is open everyday throughout January, find out more here Sealife Adventure

Barleylands is open everyday throughout January. Visit from 27th December – 31st January to enjoy half price entry find out more here Barleylands

A Visit To The Cinema There are some great family films to see at your local cinema, find out more here Cinemas in Essex

Braintree Village Ice Rink Completely undercover and featuring real ice, the enchanting ice rink is a stunning winter wonderland where you can soak up the glittering atmosphere, show off your skating skills and make some memories! Open until 7th January 2024 find out more here Braintree Village Ice Rink

Lakeside Christmas Wonderland Ice rink still open until 3rd January 2024, get your skates on! Find out more here Lakeside Christmas Wonderland

Jimmys Farm & Wildlife Park is open everyday throughout January, find out more here Jimmys Farm & Wildlife Park

Depending on the weather you may catch a glimpse of some Essex Snowdrops too!

If you know of any other events or places to visit during January (or you’d like to be included later in the year) in Essex, please email me at [email protected] with details and i’ll add them to the list