Pictures of Essex
About Essex
The County of Essex is located in the South-East of England. Being a Coastal County Essex has much to offer, such as the seaside Town of Southend-on-Sea a popular holiday destination which boasts the longest pleasure pier in the world. Other nearby attractions include Southchurch Hall a museum housed in a half-timbered medieval manor house, which dates back to the early 14th century or alternatively why not go and see a White Tiger eye to eye in White Tiger Valley at Colchester Zoo.
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Recommended towns & villages in Essex
 | The village of Blackmore has a long and fascinating history. It lies in an area mentioned in the Doomsday Book of 1086, and one of its oldest and most attractive buildings is the Priory Church of St. Lawrence... Information | Pictures (5) | Hotels |
 | This busy little town lies surrounded by delightful Essex countryside. It is perhaps best known for the beautiful old white weatherboarded three-story mill built on the banks of the River Colne in the 18th century... Information | Pictures (2) | Hotels |
 | The great seafarers of centuries have left the shores of England, these include Raleigh, Drake, Frobisher and Admiral Lord Nelson, all of whom brought glory for England... Information | Pictures (107) | Hotels |
 | Much of Jaywick was built during the early part of the 20th century when Mr. Frank Stedman, a business man, bought the existing marshland to turn into a holiday resort... Information | Pictures (9) | Hotels |
 | A fine old town, beautifully set on a ridge above the Blackwater, with views across Northey Island and Osea Island... Information | Pictures (100) | Hotels |
 | Mistley lies on the south bank of the River Stour not far from Manningtree, to which it is joined via a tree-lined walk along the river which is oddly called The Walls... Information | Pictures (15) | Hotels |
 | The outstanding feature of Saffron Walden is its rich variety of properties tangled around its web of ancient streets... Information | Pictures (192) | Hotels |
 | Shoeburyness lies to the eastern end of Southend beyond Thorpe Bay... Information | Pictures (14) | Hotels |
 | This is a seaside resort that is a real treat for every member of the family. It is a traditional resort that simply caters for those whose wish is to have a jolly good time... Information | Pictures (38) | Hotels |
 | The beach is crammed full of colourful beach huts and has fine views across the mouth of the River Blackwater to Bradwell-on-Sea. The beach is safe for bathing, windsurfing is popular and there is a small jetty for boats... Information | Pictures (17) | Hotels |
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 | Colchester is an ancient town situated on the site where a Roman city once stood. It is most famous for its massive Norman..... Information | Pictures (21) | Hotels |
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 | Where better to take the children for a great day out! Here at the East Anglian Railway Museum, children, mum and dad, even..... Information | Pictures (3) | Hotels |
 | Built by the Normans on the approach to London, lived in by 3 queens; Catherine of Aragon, Anne of Cleves and Catherine Parr...... Information | Pictures (8) | Hotels |
 | A 26 mile long stretch following the river Lee, the Lee Valley Park is made up of country parks, heritage sites, lake and..... Information | Pictures (14) | Hotels |
 | Very little remains of Saffron Walden Castle, but what is here is well worth seeing for it is a fine example of a Norman..... Information | Pictures (10) | Hotels |
 | Built above colourful fossil rich cliffs by Trinity House in 1721, the Naze Tower rises 85 feet into the air and affords visitors..... Information | Pictures (3) | Hotels |
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