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The Kingscliff Hotel

Where the meadows and creeks of the Tendring Peninsula meet the sea, a hidden corner of Essex awaits – barely an hour from London but a million miles away.

Holland on Sea
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The Harbour Ferry Boat Rides

Plan your day out with a trip on this cheerful foot ferry. See our website for all the nearby attractions to visit using The Harbour Ferry. Great fun for all the ages. Excellent reviews and a…

Cammas Hall Farm

Farm attraction on the Essex/Hertfordshire border in easy reach of London. Pick your own soft fruit and sunflowers, maize maze, footgolf, with food and drink, play area and many events…

Hatfield Broad Oak
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Love Thy Burger

Love Thy Burger is Colchester's go-to independent Burger joint. Our Chef's press each patty on site daily with our custom beef blend supplied by local butchers.

Colchester
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The George Hotel

Stay, Explore and Discover the Fully refurbished Essex based Iconic hotel with 500 years of history and character. Quirky Rooms, Bar, Restaurant, Afternoon Tea room and Event space for…

Colchester
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Seal Watching Harwich

Seal Watching Harwich is a magical wildlife experience loved by both adults and children. Book your 2 hour trip for the whole family. Excellent reviews and Seals Guaranteed!

Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey

Whether you're visiting Essex on business or a relaxing weekend break, you will be thrilled with the stylish accommodation, thoughtful amenities and flexible event spaces at Delta Hotels by…

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Museum of Chelmsford

The Museum of Chelmsford sits at the heart of the city’s beautiful Oaklands Park. Visit the Museum of Chelmsford for just £4 per adult. Children, young people and carers come in for free.

Chelmsford
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Cruise Essex

Come on board our luxurious high end Sealine F43 cruiser. Sit back and relax to either an afternoon tea or Cheese & Wine cruise. Based at Fambridge Yacht Haven set in the beautiful Crouch…

Hedingham Castle

The 900 year old Norman keep of Hedingham Castle stands in 160 acres of spectacularly beautiful landscaped gardens and woodland where the Lindsay family, descendants of the original owners,…

The Mill Hotel

History and modernity meet here, with soothing, contemporary interiors complementing the mill’s original features, among them the waterwheel itself – an atmospheric centerpiece in the…

Newland Hall Fishing Lakes

The four day/night ticket fishing lakes at Newlands total approximately 10 acres. They are all very well managed, very tidy and are heavily stocked. There is ample close by parking, toilets,…

Chelmsford
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Hylands House and Estate

Hylands Estate is a prestigious grade II* listed public park encompassing 574 acres of historic parkland. With a list of seasonal events both within the House and the Park, Hylands Estate is…

Chelmsford
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Jun 2026

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Museum of Chelmsford
Drop in to explore our Museum objects with our curators and volunteers, share your stories with us and enjoy a cup of tea. This session is designed for those who are living with dementia to attend with their families, friends and loved ones.

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Jun 2026

11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Hedingham Castle
Hedingham Castle Summer Wedding Show in partnership with Main Event Wedding Shows. Hedingham Castle is a wedding venue like no other - an iconic Norman Keep just a stone's throw away from an elegant Georgian Country House...

14

Jun 2026

10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Hylands House and Estate
Join us for our Open Estate Days every second Sunday of the month from 10am to 3pm! Hylands Estate is fully open for you to explore and enjoy at your leisure.

16

Jun 2026

07:00 PM - 09:05 PM
Hylands House and Estate
Join The Lord Chamberlain’s Men at Hylands Estate this summer for Othello, one of the most captivating and thrilling plays ever written.

20

Jun 2026

12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Cammas Hall Farm
Join our tea and paint classes! Our experienced art instructor, Effy, will guide you step-by-step so you can easily follow along to create your masterpiece.

21

Jun 2026

11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Hedingham Castle
Visit in Spring to see the estate in bloom with spring bulbs. Listen to birdsong and enjoy a peaceful walk in the historic grounds. Children can take part in the free seasonal trail around the gardens and collect their sweet treat prize from...

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Jun 2026

11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Cammas Hall Farm
Join us at Cammas Hall Farm for a memorable Father's Day celebration with Beer and BBQ! Enjoy a variety of refreshing drinks available from our beer tent, including lager, wine, cocktails, Pimm’s and more...

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Jun 2026

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Hylands House and Estate
Introducing State Fayre Festival 2026 – the UK’s biggest music & BBQ festival. Join us for three days of live music, incredible food from The FUME Pit hosted by the UK’s premier BBQ festival, and much more...

27

Jun 2026

10:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Cammas Hall Farm
Get ready for an unforgettable experience with Garg’s and his wonderful animals! Here’s your chance to get up close and personal with some incredible critters, all while having a blast!

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Jul 2026

07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Hedingham Castle
The Pantaloons present... Sherlock Holmes & the Hounds of the Baskervilles. A brand-new riff on the fiendishly famous case! Features live music, audience interaction and more mystery than you can shake a magnifying glass at.

12

Jul 2026

10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Hylands House and Estate
Join us for our Open Estate Days every second Sunday of the month from 10am to 3pm! Hylands Estate is fully open for you to explore and enjoy at your leisure.

12

Jul 2026

10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Hedingham Castle
Step back in time and celebrate the charm of days gone by at Timeless at the Castle, hosted by Helen Rollason Cancer Charity. Join us on 12th July 2026 at the magnificent Hedingham Castle for this much-loved annual event.

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Nov 2026

04:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Hylands House and Estate
Enlightened returns in 2026 for another magical light trail to enjoy through the festive season. Enlightened invites you to discover the UK’s premier illuminated trail, where light and interactivity bring magic to winter nights.

28

Nov 2026

Epping Ongar Railway
Bring the family to see Santa on his special train with the fantastically festive Epping Ongar Railway Santa Specials!

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Jan 2027

10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
East Anglian Railway Museum
Celebrate the new year with a visit to the Museum, and a ride on a train hauled by a real life steam engine.

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