Let’s rewind a few decades. Grand theatres and quaint playhouses once dominated Essex’s entertainment scene. For instance, the Cliffs Pavilion in Southend-on-Sea has been a beacon of performing arts since …
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Discover the autumnal mystique of Essex’s premier wedding venues – choose from pretty churches, historic buildings and rural country clubs.
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There is so much to do in Essex. Here’s a list of some of our new favourite days out.
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Now is a good time to review the fireworks safety rules to ensure that this weekend goes off with a good bang. Essex Police provide a comprehensive list of safety rules. Here are the key facts. Please note that the laws regarding the selling of fireworks apply to online purchases too.
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An area that always has something going on, North Essex is a magnet for both holidaymakers and home-makers.
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Carp angling is one of the most popular forms of coarse or freshwater fishing and it’s easy to see why, but where are some of the best spots to fish in Essex? Here’s out countywide carp fishing guide.
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Visit RSPB Rainham Marshes nature reserve and explore your wild side through our wonderful variety of activities, events and trails, finishing your visit with a big mug of tea and slice of cake in our lovely cafe.
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A selection of stately homes in Essex from the Jacobean splendour of Audley End to the renovation in progress of Copped Hall, viewable from the M25.
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Essex has many wealthy residents and partly as a result it also have many excellent independent primary schools. While state schools do now provide an excellent level of education, private schools do have the resources to provide an even higher level of education.
Read More Essex has something for everyone, from shops to history. It’s also home to a wide range of hotels and holiday properties too.
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Book your taxi well in advance to gain access to the best London West-End and airport transfer rates available from each major town in the county of Essex.
Read MoreEssex has some of the best schools in England. Colchester Royal Grammar School, the King Edward VI Grammar School in Chelmsford, Chelmsford County High School for Girls, Colchester County High School for Girls and the Colchester Royal Grammar all often feature high in the annual secondary school league tables. At secondary GCSE levels they all consistently get a 99-100% record for 5 GCSE A grades (inc. English and Maths). There are many other great schools in Essex.
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Learn which species are protected and the legal measures you can take to deal with pests that are causing damage to your property in Essex.
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Hedingham Castle is a Norman Keep, built in 1140. It was frequently visited by kings and queens, including Henry VII, Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I. Interesting Fact: The castle hosts …
Read MoreThe Wick Country Park takes its name for nearby Wickford, which was a Saxon village – Wick in Saxon means a winding river, and Ford means river crossing – so …
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Weather forecasts from the Met Office for Chelmsford, Clacton-on-Sea, Colchester, Southend, Basildon and Harlow.
Read MoreIf you are considering moving to Essex then the only way to learn about Essex is from Essex Portal! Here we provide some valuable information on the country’s favourite county. Why Is Essex Such …
Read MoreThere is a new scam circulating at the moment and we have receive reports that it is hitting Essex already. The Counter Fraud Team at Essex County Council were made aware of …
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Hatfield Forest is the last remaining example of a Royal Hunting Forest in England. Straddling the Essex and Hertfordshire borders, Hatfield Forest dates from the time of the Norman Kings …
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Creating family trees and researching a family history has been a hobby for many people for years. The recent popularity of the TV series Who Do You Think You Are? (BBC One) …
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This week Team EP decided to visit Norsey Wood, which is just outside Billericay. Norsey Wood is managed by Basildon Council and is a designated Local Nature Reserve, a Site of Special Scientific Interest and has some interesting earthworks included World War trenches and an ancient burial mound.
Read MoreThe local community in Great Baddow got together to build a BMX track in a Great Baddow park. The Baddow Hall Park was popular for dog walkers and although has a children’s play area was generally very quiet. The addition of the new BMX track really has brought fresh life to the park.
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There are many Pizza Express restaurants across Essex where you can find great pizzas as well as other Italian dishes. One of the best things about Pizza Express is that you do not need to book. Great for an impromptu meal while in town. Food and service is always good and the thin pizzas are much healthier (less calories) than those thick crust ones!
Read MoreCurrently the biggest and deepest cold war bunker open to the public in south-east England. Designed for up to 600 military and civilian personnel and the Prime Minister, their collective task being to organise the survival of the population in the awful aftermath of a nuclear war.
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Essex has many interesting museums spread across the county. While there are none that quite match the grandeur and size of the bug London museums, many provide an excellent alternative. The opening times and prices are subject to change so please contact the museum before leaving home.
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