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dutch cottage

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

Balkerne Gate

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

RHS Garden Hyde Hall

Set in the heart of rural Essex and enjoying stunning panoramic views of the surrounding…

Rayne Heritage Board outside All Saints Church Rayne

Rayne has a rich heritage, with All Saints Parish Church as a centre for its community for over…

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome is a unique place with a unique history. It is the largest known…

St Botolphs Priory

12th Century Augustinian priory ruins.

Maldon Museum in the park

Social history museum of Maldon and District situated on the edge of the award winning Promenade…

Two chestnut horses standing in their grass paddock. 
The horse on the left has a white mark on its forehead, black mane, tail and hooves. The horse o

Redwings Ada Cole, near Harlow, is a Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction where animal…

Brentwood Brewery

Micro Brewery based in Brentwood, Essex. We brew traditional and craft beers and offer tours and…

Southend water fountain

A busy beach, with lots going on including boat trips (subject to tide changes)  Its also close to…

Adventure Inside

Southend’s No.1 Family Indoor Fun Centre. Home of big entertainment for all ages, whatever the…

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…

Walking along the Colchester Orbital

A picturesque 15 mile circular walk or cycle around the outskirts of Colchester.

Grayson Perry House

Accessible by rail this 2 mile walk gives the opportunity to view Grayson Perry's "A House for…

Brightlingsea Beach

Its sandy beach runs along Western Promenade next to Batemans Tower, a historic local landmark. 

Hedingham Castle from the grounds

Visit Hedingham Castle for a great family day out and a memorable experience. Bring a picnic and…

Footgolf at Waldegraves Holiday Park Mersea Island, Essex

Get ready for fun with our 9-hole course FootGolf course in Essex. The latest sporting craze to…

Thorpe Bay Beach

With spectacular views of the Thames estuary, this beach is a great place for refreshing walks and…

High Woods Country Park view of lake.

High Woods Country Park is one of Colchester's beauty spots, ideal for walking, cycling, playing…

Picture of Guildhall and Stoney Lane

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

Essex Way Stage 4 - Terling to Coggeshall

A moderately easy 12-mile walk along the Essex Way. The walk starts from Terling and finishes at…

Pleshey Mount

The remains of this imposing motte and bailey castle, built in the 12th century, dominate the…

Two boys meet the Gruffalo's Child

Thorndon Country Park has 500 acres of tranquil woodlands and open park space perfect for exploring…

Gunpowder Park

Open since 2004, Gunpowder has been reclaimed and regenerated from its former use as a Royal…

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