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Eastern Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2ERTelephone
+44 (0)1702 442200Southend-on-Sea
Sealife Adventure Zooquarium is the South-East’s premier aquatic attraction with over 40 unique displays featuring sea life from all over the world.
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Eastern Esplanade, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, Essex, SS1 2ERTelephone
01702 443443SOUTHEND-ON-SEA
Introducing Heritage Fish and Chips at The Britannia. Enjoy a fresh coffee, a tasty Light Bite or delicious meal in this beautifully restored Georgian building in the very heart of Southend Seafront.
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Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1EETelephone
+44 (0)1702 443400Southend-on-Sea
Adventure Island is the U.K's No.1 FREE ADMISSION Fun Park. Situated on Southend-on-Sea's famous seafront, with over 40 fabulous rides and attractions including the outrageous RAGE roller coaster.
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Adventure Island, Western Esplanade, Southend on Sea, SS1 1EETelephone
+44 (0)1702 443422Western Esplanade
The most popular family beach café on Southend Seafront on the award winning Three Shells beach!
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Western Esplanade, Southend on Sea, Essex, SS1 1EETelephone
+44 (0)1702 443424Southend on Sea
A dining experience with great food, live music and an entertainment centre in the shape of the Feelgoods Prize Arcade, all here at Feelgoods Restaurant!
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Flambirds Chase, Hackmans Lane, Nr Maldon, Essex, CM3 6RJNr Maldon
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome is a unique place with a unique history. It is the largest known surviving group of RFC buildings on a WWI aerodrome which was not adapted for further military use later in its history. Its collection of aircraft,…
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Harbour Office, 4 Copperas Road, Brightlingsea, Colchester, Essex, CO7 0APTelephone
+44 (0)1206 302200Brightlingsea, Colchester
From April to Mid September Brightlingsea Harbour runs a daily foot ferry service to Mersea Island and Point Clear. On certain dates a pub lunch river cruise along the River Colne to Rowhedge. Or take a river cruise up river to St Osyth Boatyard…
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Castle Lane, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 2APTelephone
+44 (0) 370 333 1181Benfleet
The impressive remains of a mighty fortress constructed over seven centuries ago; overlooking the Essex Marshes, the barbican and two towers remain standing today.
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Mucking Wharf Road, Mucking, Stanford le Hope, Essex, SS17 0RNTelephone
+44 (0)1375 643342Stanford 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!
Maldon
Social history museum of Maldon and District situated on the edge of the award winning Promenade Park.
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Central Museum, Victoria Avenue, Southend, Essex, SS2 6EWTelephone
+44 (0)1702 434449Southend
Southend Central Museum and Planetarium is home to an exciting selection of internationally significant archaeology, including a permanent display of the incredible Anglo Saxon Prittlewell Princely Burial. Come see the intriguing new exhibition…
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Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
+44 (0)1206 713 700Colchester
Firstsite is an international gallery and creative community space. See the world differently – experience the very best art and culture from around the world that inspires, empowers and opens your mind.
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Church Road, Layer-de-la-Haye, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0EUTelephone
+44 (0)1206 738172Colchester
One of Europe's top Wetland sites, excellent bird watching opportunities and fabulous views over the reservoir.
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Cooks Barge Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HNTelephone
+44 (0)1621 857567Maldon
Public trips and private hire (up to 50 guests) onboard historic sailing barges ‘Hydrogen’ and ‘Thistle’ from a variety of East Coast locations including Maldon, Brightlingsea, Harwich and Ipswich.
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Naze Tower, The Naze, Old Hall Lane, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, CO14 8LETelephone
01255 852519Old Hall Lane, Walton-on-the-Naze
The tea rooms in the Naze Tower serve food and refreshments (including takeaway) from 10am–5pm. The tea rooms are located on the 1st and 2nd floors and there is also seating on the grass area outside, from where you can look out to sea.
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MARINE PARADE, Southend on Sea, Essex, SS1 2ELTelephone
+44 (0)1702 443445Southend on Sea
There’s nothing quite like a fresh portion of Fish & Chips by the seaside – and we make some of the best around!
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The Naze, Old Hall Lane, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, CO14 8LETelephone
01255 852519Walton-on-the-Naze
Sited at the beautiful coastal location of the Naze, this historic 86ft navigational tower houses over eight floors, an art gallery, museum, tea rooms and a roof viewing platform with spectacular panoramic views.
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Waldegraves Holiday Park, Waldegraves Lane, West Mersea, Essex, CO5 8SETelephone
+44 (0)1206 382898Waldegraves Lane, West Mersea
For fishing holidays in Essex that will leave you hooked, choose Waldegraves Holiday Park! Whether you prefer sea fishing or coarse fishing, there’s something for every keen or novice angler at our site.
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High Street, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2ERLeigh-on-Sea
Nestled in Leigh-on-Sea`s Old Town, its a beautiful spot to watch the fishing boats coming out of the marina.
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Chalkwell Esplanade, Southend, Essex, SS0 8JJTelephone
01702 212534Southend
Great for long refreshing walks, it offers a relaxing get away, with a number of cafes and kiosks selling all the usual seaside treats and supplies.
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