Things to Do & Places to Visit in Essex
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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…
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…
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…
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 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,…
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.
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,…
Activities in Essex
Explore indoor and outdoor activities throughout Essex
Maldon
07702 244440
Walton on the Naze
01255 678161
Woodford Green
0208 504 1954
Canvey Island
01268 694342
Harwich
01728 666329
Brentwood
01277 260001
Colchester
01206 693358
Saffron Walden
07967 444321
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
Clacton on Sea
01255 429850
Colchester
Halstead
01787 474406
Clacton on Sea
01255 822783
Colchester
01206 873261
Romford
Brentwood
0333 366 1293
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
Southend on Sea
Brightlingsea
Castle Hedingham
01787 461174
Maldon
Harwich
01728 666329
Brentwood
Enfield
0303 003 1234
Chelmsford
01245 360300
Family Friendly
Family friendly activities & attractions in Essex for you and the kids
Upminster
01708 201372
Chelmsford
01245 254120
Colchester
01206 282962
Chelmsford
01245 402019
Leigh on Sea
Purfleet
01708 863070
Castle Hedingham
01787 461174
Walton on the Naze
01255 672288
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
Chelmsford
01621 450450
Colchester
01206 231593
Romford
Nottingham
Braintree
01376 526066
Halstead
01787 237896
Saffron Walden
01799 516597
Harwich
01728 666329
Grab some Retail Therapy
Find shopping centres, retail parks and other places to shop around Essex
Frinton on Sea
01255 852285
Manningtree
01206 394124
Benfleet
Halstead
01787 237896
Wickford
01268 769000
Harlow
01279 411774
Halstead
01787 462288
Colchester
01206 210374
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
Brentwood
01277 261343
Southend on Sea
01702 212190
Southend on Sea
01702 212511
Chelmsford
01245 294492
Chelmsford
01245 606569
Brentwood
01277 211250
Chelmsford
01245 605500
Saffron Walden
01799 513779
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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