Essex

map of Essex

Essex is home to some of the wildest entertainments (Southend on a long hot Saturday Night in Summer) and some of the most tranquil (the Essex marshes at midwinter's dawn)experiences in Britain.

Villages such as Leigh on Sea are great for visitors. Large towns are full of historic curiosities. Essex boasts the oldest church in england. There are lots of Roman remains around Colchester.

Major Towns in Essex

The main towns of Essex are Basildon, Brentwood, Chelmsford, Clacton, Colchester and Epping.

 

Castles in Essex

Colchester Castle

Hedingham Castle

Mountfitchet Castle