There are plenty of activities for the whole family to get involved in this Easter in Essex. As the weather gets warmer, the great outdoors boasts plenty of exciting days out. Here are some of the best places to see over the Easter break.
Please Note:
Given the current climate, many Easter events may not being going ahead.
Please check with the organisers of each event for up to date information.
Halton & Warrington Business Fair returns to Halton Stadium for a 12th year on Thursday 7th November 2019. This friendly and lively annual B2B event regularly attracts around 40 exhibitors and...
The Show that has something for everybody. Family Days out with amazing attractions such as the Jonathan Marshall horse stuntman from Poldark and Game of Thrones, Heavy Horse Displays, Motorbike...
Drinkstone's Open Gardens is now in its fourth year. With thatched cottages with roses, through to landscaped parkland, plus chickens, sheep, alpacas and peacocks, we have a varied selection of...
The Bridgemary Car Boot Sale maintains space for 250+ outdoor sellers as well as an addition 60+ inside. The sale is held every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday except for Christmas and New Year...
Experience a Tudor-style Christmas with a guided tour of this stunning 16th century building rich in English history, followed by homemade mulled wine and delicious festive nibbles in the Great...
The King's Morris - MORRIS DANCING ON BOXING DAY at The Swan Inn, Nursery Lane, South Wootton PE30 3NG
Celebrate Autumn and nature with our Real Halloween event. There will be entertainment, characters, games, and children's workshops, all in the setting of the natural woodland. Saturday 26th...
Set in our 400 year old Knights Barn, we will be hosting a two course Halloween meal in our Medieval setting, followed by a spooky themed disco until midnight. Just £25 per person.
Just a stones throw from the historic village of Lavenham, The Six Bells is a charming, Grade II listed pub in the most peaceful of surroundings. Only three miles North of Lavenham, in the...
EnJoy a buffet-style afternoon tea with a glass of mulled wine. booking essential before Monday 16th December
Essex is home to the longest shoreline of any county in England. With 350 miles of coastline, there are plenty of great spots to explore. One of these is Clacton-on-Sea, the largest town on the Essex Sunshine Coast. As well as all the traditional seaside pleasures, the town boasts a pleasure pier, arcades, a golf course, seafront walks and water sports. This is a great place to bring the family for a long weekend break. While you’re here, check out the Princes and the West Cliff Theatres, known for their tribute nights, variety shows, comedy, musicals and dance acts.
Colchester Castle is a fantastic day out. This Norman castle dates back to the 11th century, and today it’s one of England’s most important heritage sites. There is plenty to do at the castle, from building a Norman archway to steering a Roman chariot. Tour guides lead you down into the Roman vaults and up to the castle roof for some panoramic views. You can also come face to face with some of the most historical finds in Britain, from Celtic coins, to Roman mosaics, to war armour.
A great day out for all ages, the East Anglian Railway Museum celebrates the life of railways in the Eastern Counties. If you’ve ever wanted to see steam trains, diesel locomotives and vintage carriages up close, then this is your chance. If you visit on a Living History day, you’ll get the chance to see trains running and re-enactors showing you what life was like back in the 19th and early 20th centuries. While you’re here, have a go at the Escape Room and see if you can solve puzzles and clues to salvage a top secret file.
If you’re looking for a proper getaway, head to Mersea Island. This island off the coast of Essex may only be eight miles square, but it isn’t short of things to see and do. The calm, shallow waters make it an ideal location for watersports, and many visitors come here to try their hand at windsurfing, kitesurfing and sailing. If you love seafood, then Mersea Island is the place to be. You’ll find restaurants and pubs dotted along the beachfront that serve fresh catch from local waters, with oysters being the main feature. There are also country walks, a museum, a vineyard and a brewery that you can visit.
From kayaking to stand up paddling, there’s something for everyone at Lee Valley. The centre was used as a venue for the London 2012 Olympics, and boasts a wide range of water sports for the whole family. Compete against your mates at the Water Wipeout obstacle course, or tackle white water rafting on the Olympic Course. For something more exhilarating, try hydrospeeding and rodeo rafting. If you’re not a fan of the water, then have a go at Disc Golf or visit the Lee Valley Park Farms.
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