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This magnificent building houses a permanent display of old photographs and objects relating to the…
A pleasant 5 mile walk from Colchester to the pretty riverside town of Wivenhoe.
This waterway runs through a largely unspoilt part of rural Essex and connects the county town of…
Sealife Adventure Zooquarium is the South-East’s premier aquatic attraction with over 40 unique…
Explore this fantastic country park near the centre of Colchester. A short walk from Colchester…
East Beach is a long sandy beach that is crowned with a magnificent grassy hinterland making it a…
This park is in the centre of the city and offers visitors the opportunity to relax and take in…
Christopher Jones was the Captain of the Mayflower and once lived in King’s Head Street in Harwich.…
Housed in a disused lighthouse, the museum has specialised displays on the Royal Navy and…
The jewel in Colchester’s crown - an award-winning oasis of horticultural splendour boasting a…
Visit by appointment only This historical mill is one of the most attractive and fascinating…
One of Essex Wildlife Trust's best reserves. A large (600 acres) tract of ancient grazing marsh…
Enjoy a picnic, hop on a bike, explore the countryside, take a boat trip along the River Lee,…
METAL provide innovative, multi-disciplinary residency space for artists from the UK and overseas…
The impressive remains of a mighty fortress constructed over seven centuries ago; overlooking the…
12th Century Augustinian priory ruins.
Saffron Grange is one of Essex’s best kept secrets. A family-run vineyard nestled on the gently…
This 15th Century former manorial home houses a unique brick spiral staircase, a Georgian court…
A moderately easy 11.5-mile walk along the Essex’s Saffron Trail between Chelmsford and…
The oldest wooden church in the world, dating from the 11th century. Picturesque building in a…
Tiptree is the home of the Wilkin family - where from 1885 the first Tiptree jam was made.…
A circular walk through the North Essex countyside, the birthplace of legendary Highway Man Dick…
Accessible by rail this 2 mile walk gives the opportunity to view Grayson Perry's "A House for…
The Three Shells beach and Lagoon's central location makes it a popular choice, especially for…
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