Pictures of Essex

About the county of 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.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in Essex

Halstead (2 Pictures)

in the county of Essex

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...

Maldon (139 Pictures)

a Seaside Town in the county of Essex

A fine old town, beautifully set on a ridge above the Blackwater, with views across Northey Island and Osea Island...

Saffron Walden (198 Pictures)

a Historic Market Town in the county of Essex

The outstanding feature of Saffron Walden is its rich variety of properties tangled around its web of ancient streets...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Essex

Chapel of St Peter-on-the-Wall (8 Pictures)

The Chapel of St Peter-on-the-Wall is the oldest church in England, having been built by St Cedd in 654ad. It sits right on the.....

Colchester Castle (21 Pictures)

Colchester is an ancient town situated on the site where a Roman city once stood. It is most famous for its massive Norman.....

Hylands Park (8 Pictures)

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Westley Heights Country Park (1 Pictures)

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