Essex Guides

Christmas and New Year are all about celebrating, unwinding and putting your feet up. Whether you’re after a romantic break,...

Decorating the tree. Shopping for presents. Making Christmas cookies. The hassle of preparing and cooking up a huge Christmas...

Situated in southeast England, Essex is a county which is brimming with things to do. Bordering London and with great rail and...

Essex is a place of contrasts offering everything that you could possibly want from a holiday – historic towns and villages,...

Essex is full of gorgeous countryside, fascinating towns and villages, historic attractions and 350 miles of coastline to...

Essex is a wonderful place to visit. With coastal gems, peaceful countryside and adventurous escapes, there’s something for...

If you’re looking for a day out in the outdoors, look no further than Essex. It’s bursting with all kinds of activities,...

Braintree, Essex is a bustling market town and the main settlement of the Braintree District. It’s situated 10 miles...

You may be missing your favourite restaurant, pub, or cafe, now that they have temporarily closed as a result of the...

There are a lot of exciting events happening in Essex and festivals are one of them. From food and drink to music and nature,...

Essex is a fantastic holiday destination. There are so many bank holiday May activities in Essex that you won’t ever run out...

  Self-care is important and a spa day is the perfect way to unwind and pamper yourself. Whether you want to relax with your...

Frinton-on-Sea, Essex is a small coastal town just two miles away from Walton-on-the-Naze. It has a reputation for being an...

Mersea Island, Essex is an island in the Blackwater and Colne Estuaries. It’s connected to the mainland by the Strood, a...

Manningtree, Essex is a small town on the River Stour. It’s thought to be the smallest town in England, but there has been...

A rainy day in Essex doesn’t have to be boring. There are so many exciting things to do throughout the county that you...

There are plenty of activities for the whole family to get involved in this Easter in Essex. As the weather gets warmer, the...

If you’re in need of inspiration for something special to do for Mum this Mother’s Day, look no further. We have designed this...

Southend, Essex is a resort town on the north side of the Thames Estuary. Only 40 miles east of central London, it’s a...

  Chelmsford is known as being the only city in Essex. It benefits from being located in a strategic position right in the...

See below for a range of markets in Essex.

  Colchester is a market town in Essex, and is the first city in Britain that was founded by the Romans. For a period of time...

With its coastal charms, tranquil countryside and adventurous escapes, Essex has it all. If you’re planning a getaway and...

Trying to decide what to do for Valentine’s Day 2020 in Essex? This guide is just what you need. We have compiled information...

If you’re on the hunt for something exciting to do for New Year’s Eve in Essex, then you are in the right place. Here you will...

  This guide contains all the Essex school holiday dates for 2019 – 2020.

In the mood to do something festive? You’re in luck- Essex is a fantastic place to be at this time of year. There are so...

Searching for fireworks displays in Essex for Bonfire Night? Check back in 2020 for an up to date guide. We have created this...

With the latest restrictions in place, Halloween in Essex for 2020 will be slightly different this year – however you can use...

There are all sorts of fun activities, events, and things to do in Essex during the school Summer holidays, so if you need a...

From fine dining to cafes and light bites, everyone enjoys eating out. As such we have put together a list of some of the best...

Half term is a chance to have some fun with family and friends and to take a break from the normal day to day routine. To help...

Read on below to find out about a range of Fetes, Fairs and Shows happening in Essex in 2020. From Village Fetes to Craft...

  Brightlingsea Restricted access for dogs Brightlingsea Beach – No dogs between 1st May and 30th September (from West Marsh...

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If you’re looking to unwind with some food after a car boot sale, be sure to check out the best places to eat and drink in...