Things to Do & Places to Visit in Essex
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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…
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,…
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!
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…
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,…
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…
A coastal Essex vineyard set in a unique and stunning location, producing multi award winning wines. Events, tours and tastings on our website. Private hire. Open Fridays & Saturdays from…
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.
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…
Activities in Essex
Explore indoor and outdoor activities throughout Essex
Walton on the Naze
Harlow
01279 620270
Chelmsford
Purfleet
01708 863070
Colchester
01206 262836
Chelmsford
0300 123 3073
Canvey Island
01268 694342
Witham
01621 892305
Arts, Culture & Entertainment
Experience arts, culture and entertainment in Essex at craft centres, galleries, theatres and a variety of entertainment venues
Southend on Sea
01483 247400
Southend on Sea
01702 212511
Chelmsford
Frinton on Sea
Epping
0203 633 3761
Rayleigh
01268 786162
Braintree
Colchester
01206 755100
Essex Attractions
Discover a multitude of Essex tourist attractions, such as animal centres & zoos, country parks & gardens, historic buildings & monuments, steam railways, theme parks and much more
Waltham Abbey
01992 707370
Epping
01992 523010
Grays
01708 983960
Dunmow
01371 876979
Southend on Sea
01702 443400
Saffron Walden
01799 510726
Saffron Walden
01799 524002
Brentwood
01277 375177
Family Friendly
Family friendly activities & attractions in Essex for you and the kids
Ongar
01277 365200
Witham
01376 510222
Brentwood
01277 586736
Grays
Chelmsford
Colchester
01206 331292
Maldon
Upminster
01708 201372
Sightseeing & Tours
Experience another side of Essex with a boat trip along the coast or river cruise on its waterways, take a steam train journey through the beautiful Essex countryside, or a guided tour of an historic house
Braintree
01376 526066
Burnham on Crouch
01621 784535
Finchingfield
01371 811333
Chelmsford
01621 450450
Halstead
01787 460261
Colchester
Clacton on Sea
Billericay
01277 500121
Grab some Retail Therapy
Find shopping centres, retail parks and other places to shop around Essex
Harlow
01279 626895
Billericay
01277 500121
Harlow
01279 411774
Chelmsford
01621 450450
Colchester
01206 210374
Manningtree
01206 394124
Chelmsford
01245 290264
Things to Do for Free
A day trip in Essex needn't cost a fortune! Enjoy a priceless day out in Essex with these suggestions of things to do for free
Brightlingsea
Ilford
0208 708 8800
Maldon
Romford
01708 747850
Basildon
01268 208090
Grays
01376 576847
Chelmsford
Colchester
01206 383868
Things to See & Do in Essex Near Me
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Braintree
Chelmsford
Clacton on Sea
Colchester
Finchingfield
Maldon
Saffron Walden
Southend on Sea
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