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Bromans Lane, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8UETelephone
+44 (0)1206 383868Colchester
Cudmore Grove offers visitors a trip to the seaside with a difference at the eastern tip of Mersea Island. The park includes a sandy beach and open grassland, perfect for picnics and great views.
Colchester
Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of the Roman Temple of Claudius. The Castle Museum today reveals many fascinating layers of history to visitors.
Address
Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1EETelephone
+44 (0)1702 215620Southend-on-Sea
The Historic Cliff Lift has a valuable position in modern Southend, offering a practical and enjoyable way for people to gain access between the seafront and the Clifftown area.
Address
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…
Address
Priory Park, Victoria Avenue, Southend, Essex, SS2 6NBTelephone
01702 342878Southend
A stunning Grade I listed Priory and the oldest continuously occupied building in Southend. Prittlewell Priory has been a monastery, a private house, and a museum.
Address
Old Hall Lane, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, CO14 8LETelephone
+44 (0)1255 679379Walton-on-the-Naze
The Centre is open all year round and houses an education room as well as a café and gift shop. There are a number of displays including fossil and geology displays and information regarding bird migration and sightings.
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Eastwood Road North, Leigh-On-Sea, Essex, SS9 4LRTelephone
+44 (0)1702 477467Leigh-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.
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Timberfields, Off Wellington Road, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3EJTelephone
+44 (0)1255 502872Harwich
Museum contains the last Clacton off-shore. Oakley Class Lifeboat 34ft and a history of the lifeboat service in Harwich.
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The Fort, Tilbury, Essex, RM18 7NRTelephone
0870 333 1181Tilbury
Henry VIII built the first fort here, and Queen Elizabeth I famously rallied her army nearby. The present fort is much the best example of its type in England, with its circuit of moats and bastioned outworks.
Address
Behind 29 Main Road, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3LTTelephone
+44 (0)1255 502872Harwich
A circular Fort built in 1808 with ten guns. Open as a military museum with battle re-enactments and other events held during the summer months
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High Street, Mistley, Essex, CO11 1HETelephone
+44 (0)1206 391 024Mistley
The Mistley Kitchen Culinary Workshops have developed into a destination for keen cooks of all abilities from around the country. We offer a range of relaxed but informative courses for food lovers of all abilities.
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Waldegraves Holiday Park, Waldegraves Lane, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8SETelephone
+44 (0)1206 381195West Mersea, Colchester
Get ready for fun with our 9-hole course FootGolf course in Essex. The latest sporting craze to sweep the UK has arrived at Waldegraves!
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178 Eastern Esplanade, Thorpe Bay, Southend, Essex, SS1 3AATelephone
+44 (0)1702 587917Thorpe Bay, Southend
Situated in a superb seaside position in Thorpe Bay with unrivalled views, the Camelia offers a happy mix of all that is best in hotels -an atmosphere of genuine friendliness, a keen appreciation of what really makes for an enjoyable stay.
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Station Road, Southend, Essex, SS0 7RATelephone
01702 344553Southend
Make your evening's enjoyment complete at the Cliffs Pavilion by indulging in our delicious pre-show dining menu, served in relaxed and comfortable surroundings.
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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!
Harwich
Harwich Harbour Foot and Bicycle Ferry is a quick and fun way to be on the water and get from Suffolk to Essex across the Harwich Harbour. Just half an hour from Colchester by car you are can be on the water. Departing from Felixstowe Landguard…
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Shoebury Common Road, Shoeburyness, Essex, SS3 9HGShoeburyness
Shoebury Common is a blue flag beach that has been recognised for its water quality, beach cleanliness, and safe pedestrian areas. There is also ramped disabled access to a wooden platform.
The common is home to Uncle Tom’s Cabin which offers a…
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George Street, Shoeburyness, Essex, SS3 9ADShoeburyness
East Beach is a long sandy beach that is crowned with a magnificent grassy hinterland making it a superb location to enjoy a picnic. It’s perfect site for a family get together, set away from the central seafront area. A very popular part of the…
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Thorpe Esplanade, Southend, Essex, SS1 3NSSouthend
With spectacular views of the Thames estuary, this beach is a great place for refreshing walks and for those looking for a relaxing break. Wander past the picture-postcard beach huts or grab a bite to eat at one of the cafes or restaurants nearby. …
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Western Esplanade, Southend, Essex, SS1 1EESouthend
The Three Shells beach and Lagoon's central location makes it a popular choice, especially for families.
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