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dutch cottage

The tiny octagonal cottage based on the design of the 17th century Dutch settlers must be one of…

Roman Theatre Foundations

Discover the foundations of the Roman Theatre, located in Colchester town centre.

Tuffon Hall

Tuffon Hall is a modern, boutique vineyard in the heart of East Anglia. Producing award wining…

Harwich-with boats and view to Felixstowe Docks

Take a voyage of discovery around the old port of Harwich and discover a wealth of maritime history.

Natural History Museum exterior with view of War Memorial

Get up close to nature as you discover an interesting perspective on the local natural environment…

Saffron Trail Stage 2 – Henham to Great Dunmow

A moderately easy 9 mile walk along the Essex’s Saffron Trail between Henham and Great Dunmow. See…

Picture of Guildhall and Stoney Lane

This magnificent building houses a permanent display of old photographs and objects relating to the…

Avenue of Populars

This 5 mile walk offers sweeping views across the valleys of the River Colne and Roman River before…

Maldon Beach huts in Promenade Park

The beach huts are close to the popular Splash Park and Valley Play Area as well as being a short…

Top of the Naze Tower

Sited at the beautiful coastal location of the Naze, this historic 86ft navigational tower houses…

Town-to-Sea-Sculpture-Colchester

A unique art trail for cyclists and walkers along the River Colne.

View of Finchingfield Mill

A small 18th century Post Mill having one pair of stones and tailpole winding and has been…

Tiptree Tea Room,Shop & Museum

Tiptree is the home of the Wilkin family - where from 1885 the first Tiptree jam was made.…

Essex Way Stage 3 - Pleshey to Terling

A moderately easy 14-mile walk along the Essex Way. The walk starts from Pleshey and finishes at…

Bluebells in wood

This 50 acre reserve is just below the crest of the Great Totham Ridge and includes 23 acres of…

Balkerne Gate

Colchester's Roman Wall is the oldest and longest surviving town wall in Britain.

Clayhill Vineyard

Relax in the beautiful surrounding of Clayhill Vineyard. Take in the stunning views of the River…

Butterfly Maldon wick meadow

This 15 acre reserve consists of 1.5 miles of the former Maldon-Woodham Ferrers railway line, most…

Interior Finchingfield Guildhall

Set in picturesque Finchingfield, the 15th century Guildhall is an historic venue with its own…

Beecroft Art Gallery

The Beecroft Art Gallery holds over 2000 works of art ranging from 17th century Dutch Masters to…

Saffron Trail Stage 1– Saffron Walden to Henham

An easy 10 mile walk along the Essex’s Saffron Trail between Saffron Walden and Henham Church.…

Thomas Plume Library Interior

Founded in 1704 this historic library still houses Thomas Plume’s books and his small collection of…

Harwich beach dog walk

Harwich Beach is a rare example of an emerging dune system in Essex, where the coast is…

Southend Pier Museum

Brings to life the fascinating past of the longest pleasure pier in the world. Artefacts, pictorial…

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