Colchester Zoo – an appreciation
When we moved to Colchester in 1983, one of the first things we did was to visit Colchester Zoo. It was a big attraction back…
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Alderford Water Mill, Sible Hedingham
National Mills weekend takes place every May, and it offers a great chance to get into steam and water mills across Essex. For some it’s…
The Essex Colouring Book
Publish in March 2016, we’ve got our hands on a copy of the Essex Colouring Book – and it’s going to be a really fun way of relaxing when the weather isn’t up to being out and about.
Maeldune Heritage Centre
We spent a lovely April afternoon in Maldon. First we went to the Mighty Oak Tap Room, and then we visited the Maeldune Heritage Centre…
Andy Warhol Artist Rooms at firstsite
Well done to the firstsite team for getting such a major artist!
Epping Forest District Museum
Recently re-opened after a £1.5m makeover and expansion.
Rainham Hall
The last time Rainham Village was in the county of Essex was 1934. That was the year it became part of Hornchurch urban District Council,…
Snowdrops at Hedingham Castle
Swathes of beautiful snowdrops in an amazing setting.
The Essex Regiment Museum
The museum of the Essex Regiment in Chelmsford
Beecroft Art Gallery, Southend
We were able to visit the free Beecroft Gallery in December 2015 in it’s new home in the old central library. The library has now…