Tiptree Heath Car Park 204 Maldon Rd, Tiptree, Colchester CO5 0PT
Free nature reserve parking with accessible bays, lit trails, and direct access to Tiptree Heath.
Tiptree Heath Car Park is a visitor facility managed by Maldon District Council, serving walkers and nature enthusiasts exploring Tiptree Heath Nature Reserve. The lot offers 60 sealed gravel bays, including three accessible spaces located adjacent to a wide, reinforced pedestrian access ramp leading to the heaths boardwalk trails. Parking is free of charge to encourage public enjoyment, but overnight stays are prohibited. Solar-powered LED bollard lights line the pedestrian pathway from dusk until 9:00 pm for safe return after evening walks. No CCTV is installed due to minimal traffic; however, local parish wardens conduct periodic evening patrols. Covered information boards at the car park entrance display reserve maps, species identification guides, and seasonal guided walk schedules. Routine maintenance includes gravel replenishment, line repainting of bay markers, and monthly litter clearance to keep the facility tidy. A bus stop on Maldon Road, two minutes walk away, offers bi-hourly services to Colchester and Maldon.
Own or work here? Claim Now! Claim Now!
