Great Notley Country Park has been crowned the finest in Essex in a poll of the county's parents.
The annual Primary Times Essex Star Awards recognises the best places and businesses in Essex for families with young children.
Councillor Wendy Schmitt, Deputy Leader of Braintree District Council and Cabinet Member for Place, added: "Over the past few years there has been significant investment into Great Notley Country Park, and the many thousands of visitors of all ages who use it every year really demonstrate what an important facility it is for the local community."
In April 2008 an investment of £750,00 was dedicated to the development of a play trail, which offers a wide range of different play experiences for kids. Since this time the park has really seen a rise in visitors.
According to Tim Dixon, Head of Country Parks, the numbers have risen from 40,000 annual visitors to an excess of 120,000.
Every year the park and Discovery Centre hosts different events and activities, from horse riding, cycling to stargazing.
Essex County Councillor Roger Hirst, Cabinet Member for Customer Services, Libraries, Planning and Environment, said: "It is a fantastic place to keep active, explore and have fun for all ages who visit it."
If you're interested in popping down to the park and discovering it for yourself, the next event is stargazing taking place on Saturday, February 21, between 6 to 9pm.
