Blog (September 2023) - Visit Essex

Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy a relaxing weekend away, whether it’s with friends, family, your partner, or just for some much needed ‘me time’! Read on for some of our favourite countryside staycations in Essex.

Christmas in Essex is always magical, with lots of great events taking place across the county. Read on for our list of Santa’s Grotto experiences in Essex this year.

Spooky season is nearly here! With Halloween fast approaching, we thought we’d help you out by putting together a list of Halloween and October half-term activities to do in Essex. 

The ultimate Instagram guide to Essex. We share the best photo locations that are yet to go viral as few know about them.