Marks Hall Gardens & Arboretum

read moreMarks Hall Estate is creating approximately 8.2km of all-weather cycle path which will link the communities of Coggeshall and Earls Colne and provide a new recreational activity for visitors to the Estate. The free to use route will include a 2.5km loop around the outside of the Arboretum featuring new interpretation points, and will make use of the existing Second World War concrete roads, linking with the Visitor Centre and caf where new cycle stands will be provided. The cycle path will be permissive (with the consent of Marks Hall Estate and Earls Colne Business Park).

read moreThis includes hundreds of acres of woodland, much of which is designated Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland. We care for this woodland using traditional management techniques including coppicing, a way of harvesting wood that stimulates new growth. This felling allows light to flood onto the forest floor, stimulating the dormant seeds and bulbs and providing excellent conditions for wild flowers. It also provides food and habitat for wildlife, and can prolong the life of trees. Marks Hall Estate has also had great success in support of butterfly populations.

read moreDespite the alarming level of dilapidation, real potential could be seen in the landscape at Marks Hall. The directors of Kew and the Agricultural Land Service recognised itl was something special and worth saving. After a long and rich history, Marks Hall Estate charitable trust was established in 1971 to preserve the future of this once great Estate. Find out the ways in which you can support the work of the trust.

read moreOur Board of Trustees has a breadth of experience and interests that benefits the charity. Trustees are appointed through a transparent recruitment process for a five year term, and may be appointed for a further five year term to ensure an appropriate level of continuity and renewal on the Board. The staff team is appointed by the Board and is responsible for the day to day running of the Estate. Working across varied disciplines the team take forward the planning and developments identified by the Trustee Board.

read moreBroadleaf Firewoods have been supplying high quality seasoned firewood, coppiced and processed, from Marks Hall Estate for over 25 years. Our hardwood logs are made up of ash, beech, field maple, oak, lime, birch and sycamore, all harvested from Marks Hall Estate. Our logs are ideal for open fires and log burning stoves. Our logs are fully seasoned with a moisture content of no more than 20%. The logs are cut to a standard length of 9 & 12 inches (although we can accommodate longer lengths if required, please enquire).

read moreThis income is vital in supporting day to day running costs for the charity. However there are many demands and responsibilities throughout the Estate. These include maintaining heritage features, managing habitat that is good for wildlife, restoring former Forestry Commission areas and developing new areas of planting within the Arboretum. By making a donation to our general appeal fund you are supporting us in achieving our goal to preserve and develop this landscape. Thank you for your support.

read moreWe want to make sure that everyone has a great experience when visiting Marks Hall Estate, and that includes our four-legged friends! Each weekday during normal opening hours, well behaved dogs and their owners can visit the Arboretum, as well as the Woodland Walks, as part of our normal admission price. To make sure all visitors have a great experience when they visit Marks Hall Estate, make sure to read and follow our doggy code of conduct. At weekends you can exercise your dog on our woodland walks.

read moreOn busy days if the car park is full, we will post 'Marks Hall Estate car park full' signs at the entrance to Marks Hall Road. Please look out for these signs and turn around when you see them if it is safe to do so. We will not be able to accept any further visitors once our car park is full. We will also post on our social media channels - Facebook and Twitter - so you can check before you leave home. Marks Hall Estate is open for local visitors and members only. Before you visit, please follow the latest Government advice on essential journeys and don't visit if you live outside of the local area.