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  1. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 125 reviews125 reviews

    Address

    Mucking Wharf Road, Mucking, Stanford le Hope, Essex, SS17 0RN

    Telephone

    01375 643342

    Stanford le Hope

    A stunning and innovative visitor centre and Nature Park created on a former landfill site, with superb views over the Thames. Explore, play or just enjoy the views!

    Add Cafe at Thurrock Thameside Nature Discovery Park to your Itinerary

  2. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1375 reviews1375 reviews

    Address

    Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8ET

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1245 402019

    Rettendon, Chelmsford

    Modern, purpose-built restaurant situated in the heart of the garden. Serving fresh, seasonal lunches, and afternoon cakes/coffee.

    Add Gardeners  Rest Restaurant at RHS Garden Hyde Hall to your Itinerary

  3. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 2840 reviews2840 reviews

    Address

    Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate, Matching Road, Hatfield Heath, Essex, CM22 7AS

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1279 731441

    Hatfield Heath

    We offer a wide range of dining experiences from alfresco dining on the terrace to leisurely dinner in our award winning Garden Room restaurant
    Our seasonally changing Garden room menu and The Fox bar and lounge menu has guests returning time and…

    Add Garden Room at Down Hall to your Itinerary

  4. Address

    The Barns Tea Room, Cressing Temple, Witham, Essex, CM77 8PD

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1376 585 081

    Witham

    ‘The Barns’ at Cressing Temple is a bright and vibrant tea room, offering a wide range of homemade meals with fresh and local ingredients.

    Add Tiptree Tea Room at The Barns at Cressing Temple to your Itinerary

  5. Address

    The Lock, Basin Road, Heybridge Basin, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4RS

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1621 854466

    Heybridge Basin, Maldon

    Bright and airy, 'The Lock' is THE place to eat on the waterfront at Heybridge Basin. Indoors or out, it offers outstanding Blackwater Estuary views.

    Add Tiptree Tea Room at The Lock, Maldon to your Itinerary

  6. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1375 reviews1375 reviews

    Address

    Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8ET

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1245 402019

    Chelmsford

    Light and airy cafe serving, breakfast, lunch and afternoon cakes.

    Add Clover Cafe at RHS Garden Hyde Hall to your Itinerary

  7. Address

    The College, Writtle, Lordship Road, Writtle, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 3RS

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1245 422600

    Writtle, Chelmsford

    The Lordship offers home-made cakes, freshly made lunches and a substantial ‘specials’ menu, created from fresh and appealing ingredients. On warm summer days the patio is the perfect place to relax and unwind.

    Add Tiptree Tea Room at The College, Writtle to your Itinerary

  8. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1030 reviews1030 reviews

    Address

    Old Shire Lane, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3LX

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1992 717170

    Waltham Abbey

    With fresh, locally sourced, best of British dishes at Cast Iron Grill,. We offer old-school classics and contemporary creations in a relaxed atmosphere

    Add Cast Iron Grill at Delta Hotels Waltham Abbey to your Itinerary

  9. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 73 reviews73 reviews

    Address

    Essex Wildlife Trust, Lower Dunton Road, Basildon, Essex, SS16 6EJ

    Telephone

    01268 419103

    Basildon

    Visit the new Nature Discovery Centre and wander through ancient woodland, sweeping meadows and beautiful gardens. Visit the lake, discover the heritage of the Dunton Plotlands and explore the Peter Rabbit Trail. Then relax in our restaurant with a…

    Add Cafe at Langdon Nature Discovery Park to your Itinerary

  10. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 69 reviews69 reviews

    Address

    Waldegraves Holiday Park, Waldegraves Lane, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8SE

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1206 381195

    West Mersea, Colchester

    Waldegraves Holiday Park, Mersea Island is perfect for groups looking for a break away on the Essex Coast. Private beach, luxury holiday homes, camping & touring, outdoor pool, fishing lakes, restaurant, entertainment, shop, crazy golf.

    Add The Courtyard Takeaway at Waldegraves to your Itinerary

  11. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 35 reviews35 reviews

    Address

    MARINE PARADE, Southend on Sea, SS1 2EL

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1702 443445

    Southend on Sea

    There’s nothing quite like a fresh portion of Fish & Chips by the seaside – and we make some of the best around!

    Add Pavillion Fish & Chips Emporium to your Itinerary

  12. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 276 reviews276 reviews

    Address

    Church Road, Layer-de-la-Haye, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0EU

    Telephone

    01206 738172

    Colchester

    One of Europe's top Wetland sites, excellent bird watching opportunities and fabulous views over the reservoir.

    Add Café at Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park to your Itinerary

  13. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1375 reviews1375 reviews

    Address

    Creephedge Lane, Rettendon Common, CHELMSFORD, Essex, CM3 8ET

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1245 402019

    CHELMSFORD

    Afternoon Tea pop-ups
    The Thatched Barn is a traditional style tearoom full of character and charm.

    Add Thatched Barn at RHS Garden Hyde Hall to your Itinerary

  14. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 545 reviews545 reviews

    Address

    Wivenhoe House, Wivenhoe Park, Wivenhoe, Colchester, CO4 3FA

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1206 863666

    Wivenhoe, Colchester

    Inspired by French brasserie dishes but still including the classic favourite dishes we all enjoy.

    Add Park Brasserie to your Itinerary

  15. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 479 reviews479 reviews

    Address

    Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 1QP

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1245 360300

    Chelmsford

    The Fairwood Brasserie is situated on the ground floor of the Grandstand along the final furlong of home straight and boasts the best views of the winning line from its private terrace.

    Add Fairwood Brasserie at Chelmsford City Racecourse to your Itinerary

  16. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 357 reviews357 reviews

    Address

    Eastwood Road North, Leigh-On-Sea, Essex, SS9 4LR

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1702 477467

    Leigh-On-Sea

    Belfairs Woodland Centre introduces visitors to the 1160-acre Living Landscape, a third of which is woodland, including a number of outstanding sites valuable for nature conservation.

    Add Café at Belfairs Woodland Nature Discovery Park to your Itinerary

  17. Address

    Barleylands, Billericay, Tiptree at Barleylands, Barleylands Farm & Craft Village, Barleylands Road, Billericay, Essex, CM11 2UD

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1268 522619

    Barleylands Farm & Craft Village, Barleylands Road, Billericay

    The Tiptree tea room and Cafe at Barleylands Craft and Farm Park are the perfect places for a family lunch out or a catch up with friends

    Add Tiptree Tea Room at Barleylands, Billericay to your Itinerary

  18. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 331 reviews331 reviews

    Address

    Hawkswood Road, Downham, Billericay, Essex, CM11 1WT

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1268 711001

    Billericay

    Set in beautiful woodland with views over the reservoir Hanningfield is the perfect place to walk, explore and play.

    Add Café at Hanningfield Nature Discovery Park to your Itinerary

  19. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 41 reviews41 reviews

    Address

    Adventure Island, Western Esplanade, Southend on Sea, SS1 1EE

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1702 443422

    Western Esplanade

    The most popular family beach café on Southend Seafront on the award winning Three Shells beach!

    Add The Three Shells Beach Café to your Itinerary

  20. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 84 reviews84 reviews

    Address

    South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7DN

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1206 729678

    Colchester

    Nature reserve over 200 acres of mixed habitat on the Colne Estuary. Nature trails, wheelchair access, bird hides, gift shop and visitor centre with tea room. Friendly atmosphere. Regular events for adults and children.

    Add Café at Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park to your Itinerary

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