Situated on the Deben Estuary. Once an important shipbuilding town Woodbridge centre retains it’s old worlde charm. The white weather-boarded Tide Mill, now fully restored and in working order, sits majestically on the quayside. Close by is the National Trust owned Sutton Hoo rumoured to be the resting place of […]
Bury St Edmunds
Behind the faces of the many Georgian looking buildings in Bury St Edmunds are houses of the 17th Century and earlier. Much of the town dates from the period 1750-1850. Two of the oldest buildings are in Churchgate Street, at one end you will find Norman House and at the […]
50 Things to Do Before You’re 11¾
The National Trust has today launched a nationwide campaign to encourage sofa-bound children to take to the outdoors and enjoy classic adventures from skimming stones to building dens. The charity’s 50 things to do before you’re 11¾ campaign provides a checklist for under-12s (and those who are young at heart) […]
Essex Museums
BASILDON The Motor Boat Museum Devoted to the history and evolution of the motorboat both in the sport and leisure field. 35 boats on display dating from 1873. Wat Tyler Country Park, Pitsea Hall Lane, Basildon. Tel: 01268 55077 Website Admission FREE. BRAINTREE Braintree District Museum Housed in a converted […]
Chelmsford
Chelmsford is the County town of Essex and famous for being the birthplace of radio. Just 30 miles north east of London, Chelmsford it is a perfect location for visitor and resident being ideally situated for commuters and holidaymakers. Chelmsford offers a perfect blend, from the bustling town centre with […]
Clacton
Clacton has something for everyone, nostalgia sits comfortably alongside amusement arcades and ice cream. There are miles of sandy coast, elegant hotels, beautifully kept gardens alongside the sea and a promenade. Clacton’s Pier was one of the first constructions built in the new part of Clacton, it was opened in […]
Coggeshall
Situated 5 miles to the East of Braintree on the A120 a medieval hamlet formerly a cloth and lace town. Although this village is celebrated for it’s seed-growing and hand-made lace, it’s pride is in Paycock’s House (owned by the National Trust). A Tudor wool merchant’s home, with a wealth […]
Colchester
Colchester claims to be the oldest recorded town in England, this is desputed by nearby Suffolk neighbour Ipswich. One claim which is without dispute true is that the castle is the largest Norman keep in Europe. It is home to a splendid display of artiefacts including those of the Romans […]
Dedham
In the valley of the Stour you will find a fine old church and it’s church tower, the centre of a small village of around a 1,000 inhabitants. A village that is recognised throughout the world. The church tower is a notable landmark in several paintings of John Constable’s. In […]
Frinton on Sea
Combined with Walton-on-the-Naze, Frinton is celebrated for it’s fine sands, fishing and golf. The Naze is situated 2 miles North East of Frinton and the eastern most point in Essex county. Frinton is well reknowned for it’s fossils. Until the late Victorian era Frinton consisted of just a few cottages, […]