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Saturday Social Ballroom/Latin/Sequence Dance

CM13 3TP - Saturday Social Ballroom Dance with mix of Latin, Ballroom and Sequence tracks played on strict tempo cd... See more >

West Horndon Village Hall,cnr of Station Road and Thorndon Avenue,West Horndon CM13 3TP

Sat 27 Apr, Sat 25 May, Sat 22 Jun

Peacocks - Open Garden for NGS

A 10 acre varied garden ideal for picnics with several seating areas. Specimen trees. Restored horticultural buildings... See more >

Peacocks, Margaretting CM4 9HY

Sun 28 Apr, Sun 23 Jun

Diesel Day

Unlimited rides on a diesel train. Large model railway layout. Working signal box, Travelling Post Office carriages,..... See more >

Colne Valley Railway, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham CO9 3DZ

Sun 28 Apr, Sat 4 May, Sun 12 May, Thu 30 May, Sat 1 Jun

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Dragons - Open Garden for NGS

Galanthus are a passion. A plantswoman's ¾ acre garden, planted to encourage wildlife. Sumptuous colour-themed..... See more >

Dragons, Chelmsford CM1 4LS

Sun 28 Apr, Tue 18 Jun

FREE taster session with the Leigh-on-Sea/Southend Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? Your friendly local Leigh on Sea..... See more >

Leigh on Sea Community Centre, 71 - 73 Elm Road, Leigh on Sea SS9 1SP

Mon 29 Apr, Mon 13 May, and more dates until Mon 24 Jun

FREE taster session with the Great Dunmow Rock Choir

If you are wanting to find a choir you'll find a happy place with us in the Great Dunmow Rock Choir... See more >

Foakes Hall, Foakes House, 47 Stortford Road, Great Dunmow CM6 1DG

Tue 30 Apr, Tue 14 May, Tue 11 Jun, Tue 18 Jun

FREE taster session with the Harlow Rock Choir

Do you want to find a choir near you? Your friendly local Harlow choir is run by vocal coach Sally Creedon... See more >

Saint Nicholas School, Hobbs Cross Road, Harlow CM17 0NJ

Tue 30 Apr, Tue 14 May, Tue 21 May, Tue 4 Jun, Tue 11 Jun

FREE taster session with the Wickford Rock Choir

If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!... See more >

The Bromfords School, Grange Avenue, Wickford SS12 0LZ

Tue 30 Apr, Tue 28 May, Tue 4 Jun

FREE taster session with the Saffron Walden Rock Choir

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Saffron Walden?' then why not join your local..... See more >

Saffron Walden County High School, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden CB11 4UH

Tue 30 Apr, Tue 14 May, and more dates until Tue 18 Jun

FREE taster session with the Braintree Rock Choir

Do you want to learn to sing near you? The Braintree Rock Choir is led by local vocal tutor Hollie Heard... See more >

Marks Farm Community Centre, Dunstable Drive, Braintree CM7 3LT

Tue 30 Apr, Tue 7 May, and more dates until Tue 11 Jun

Stamp Club Meeting (Goodmayes)

Details and date/time of this meeting were not available at the time of writing. Please contact society before..... See more >

Methodist Church Hall, Percy Road, Goodmayes, IG3 8UA

Wed 1 May, Wed 5 Jun

Keep Fit. Exercise Movement and Dance for 50+

A dance fitness class for 0ver 50s. Improve flexibility, strength, balance, co-ordination etc etc. Work to your own..... See more >

St Laurence Church Hall RM14 2AJ

Wed 1 May, Wed 8 May, and more dates until Wed 12 Jun

FREE taster session with the Colchester Rock Choir

Do you want to find a choir near you? The Colchester Rock Choir is led by local singing teacher Hollie Heard... See more >

Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester CO1 1PT

Wed 1 May, Wed 8 May, Wed 22 May, Wed 19 Jun

FREE taster session with the Chelmsford Rock Choir

Are you looking to learn to sing? The Chelmsford Rock Choir is led by local singing teacher Hollie Heard... See more >

Beaulieu Community Centre, Beaulieu Square, Centenary Way, Chelmsford CM1 6AU

Thu 2 May, Thu 9 May, and more dates until Thu 20 Jun

The Mount - Open Garden for NGS

The garden is set in a total of eight acres. Three acres of formal gardens and five acres woodland planted in 2003... See more >

The Mount, Harlow CM19 5HT

Sun 5 May, Sun 23 Jun

Furzelea - Open Garden for NGS

Country garden of just under an acre designed, planted and maintained over time to showcase the seasons with colour,... See more >

Furzelea, Danbury CM3 4JR

Mon 6 May, Sun 2 Jun

FREE taster session with the Brentwood Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? Your local Brentwood choir is run..... See more >

Brentwood County High School, Shenfield Common, Seven Arches Road, Brentwood CM14 4JF

Thu 9 May, Thu 16 May, and more dates until Thu 20 Jun

Social Steps Ballroom Dance And Social Club

ABOUT US We are a small group of social Ballroom, Latin American and Sequence dancers who meet every Thursday... See more >

Ramsden Bellhouse Village Hall, Church Road, Ramsden Bellhouse, Billericay CM11 1RH

Thu 9 May, Thu 16 May, Thu 23 May, Thu 30 May, Thu 6 Jun

Stamp Club Meeting (Rayleigh)

13May: Mac Nunn Entertains; 10Jun: Mick Carter displays PAIForce; 24Jun: An Evening with Mike Kentzer and Terry Wagg;... See more >

Parish Rooms, Rectory Garth, Hockley Road, Rayleigh SS6 8BA

Mon 13 May, Mon 10 Jun, Mon 24 Jun, Mon 8 Jul

FREE taster session with the Epping Rock Choir

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Epping?' then why not join your local Rock..... See more >

Epping Hall, St Johns Road, Epping CM16 5JU

Mon 13 May, Mon 20 May, Mon 3 Jun, Mon 10 Jun, Mon 17 Jun

Stamp Club Meeting (Chelmsford)

14May24: John Copeland displays Postcards: Postal Regulations and Rates; 28May24: Alan Moorcroft displays Aspects of... See more >

Christ Church United Reform Church, 164 New London Road, Chelmsford CM2 0AW

Tue 14 May, Tue 28 May, Tue 11 Jun, Tue 25 Jun

Stamp Club Meeting (Frinton)

20May2024: David Leathart displays GB Specimens; 3Jun2024: Display by members of Chelmsford P.S.; 17Jun2024: Auction..... See more >

Room 5, Frinton Community Centre, Soken House, The Triangle, Frinton-on-Sea CO13 0AU

Mon 20 May, Mon 3 Jun, Mon 17 Jun, Mon 8 Jul

Oak Farm - Open Garden for NGS

Informal farmhouse garden of about an acre on an exposed site. Garden designed to make most of stunning views across..... See more >

Oak Farm, Colchester CO6 2AH

Thu 23 May, Sun 9 Jun, Wed 10 Jul

Chippins - Open Garden for NGS

Artists and plantaholics paradise packed with interest. Hostas, iris and Astrantia in spring. Stream and wildlife pond..... See more >

Chippins, Bradfield CO11 2UZ

Sun 26 May, Sun 30 Jun

Steam Day

Unlimited rides on a steam train. Large model railway layout. Working signal box, Travelling Post Office carriages,..... See more >

Colne Valley Railway, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham CO9 3DZ

Mon 27 May, Wed 29 May, Sun 2 Jun

Deep Blue Sea - a play by Terence Rattigan

This is a gripping drama of love, betrayal, and rejection. When Hester Collyer is found by her neighbours in the..... See more >

Theydon Bois Village Hall Coppice Row Theydon Bois CM16 7ER

Thu 30 May, Sat 1 Jun

Frozen Jr

Donovan's Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts Warm your hearts with Frozen JR.! This spectacular 60 minute..... See more >

Headgate Theatre, 14 Chapel Street North, Colchester CO2 7AT

Fri 31 May and Sat 1 Jun

Isabella’s Garden - Open Garden for NGS

This enchanting town garden is bursting with a profusion of colour from early spring through to the autumn months... See more >

Isabella’s Garden, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 2NE

Sat 1 Jun, Sun 2 Jun, Sat 27 Jul, Sun 28 Jul

Brookfield - Open Garden for NGS

The gardens and meadow at Brookfield cover over three acres. Come in February to enjoy snowdrops and other early spring..... See more >

Brookfield, Boreham CM3 3EB

Sat 1 Jun and Sun 2 Jun

MIND BODY SPIRIT Craft Festival - FOAKES HALL Dunmow, Essex - FREE U16

The Essex Mind Body Spirit Craft Fair, organized by The Essex Spiritual Centre, is an extraordinary event that... See more >

FOAKES HALL, BISHOP STORTFORD ROAD, GREAT DUNMOW, ESSEX. CM6

Sat 1 Jun

1 Whitehouse Cottages - Open Garden for NGS

Nestled betwixt farmland in rural Essex, is our small secret garden, that has a wonderful charm to it... See more >

1 Whitehouse Cottages, Woodham Walter CM9 6LR

Sun 2 Jun, Sun 14 Jul

Jankes House - Open Garden for NGS

A ½ acre traditional English country garden with amazing rural views. Garden has been artistically created by owner... See more >

Jankes House, Colchester CO6 2AT

Sun 2 Jun

Maybe Dick

Herman Melville's tale of revenge and retribution on the high seas is retold in this inventive, comedic... See more >

Headgate Theatre, 14 Chapel Street North, Colchester CO2 7AT

Sun 2 Jun

Live Steam Open Day (Ride on Railway)

Ilford & West Essex Model Railway Club is holding it’s usual monthly open day. This open day has train rides..... See more >

Adjacent to North Side of Chadwell Heath Station, Station Road, Chadwell Heath, Essex RM6 4BU

Sun 2 Jun

Stamp Club Meeting (Basildon)

Annual General Meeting. Meeting of Basildon Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription plus £1..... See more >

The Place (Pitsea Leisure Centre), Northlands Pavement, Pitsea SS13 3DU

Mon 3 Jun

Braxted Park Estate - Open Garden for NGS

Idyllic Braxted Park, a prestigious events venue, welcomes gardeners to enjoy its tranquil surroundings... See more >

Braxted Park Estate, Witham CM8 3EN

Tue 4 Jun

Caynton Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

A traditional cottage garden designed and planted by the owners since 2013 from a neglected and overgrown plot... See more >

Caynton Cottage, Chelmsford CM3 3EF

Tue 4 Jun to Thu 6 Jun

Fur Coat and No Knickers

The Rejects return to The Headgate Theatre after their recent successes with ‘Abigail’s Party’, ‘Boeing Boeing’,... See more >

Headgate Theatre, 14 Chapel Street North, Colchester CO2 7AT

Wed 5 Jun to Sat 8 Jun

Growing For Showing

You’ve got the fruit and vegetables, now all you have to do is convince the judges… This talk will tell you how to go... See more >

Pelly Court Hemnall Street Epping Essex CM16 4NA

Wed 5 Jun

Stamp Club Meeting (Benfleet)

German Occupation of the Channel Islands (A.N. Moorcroft). Meeting of Benfleet & District Philatelic Society... See more >

Jubilee Hall, St Barnabas Church, Church Road, Hadleigh, Benfleet SS7 2EJ

Wed 5 Jun

Stamp Club Meeting (Clacton)

South Australia (R. Hider). Meeting of Clacton Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription..... See more >

Clacton Indoor Bowls Club, Valley Road, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 6NA

Wed 5 Jun

8 Dene Court - Open Garden for NGS

Beautifully maintained and designed as a compact garden. Owner is well-known RHS gold medal-winning exhibitor (now..... See more >

8 Dene Court, Chelmsford CM1 2JQ

Wed 5 Jun, Tue 18 Jun, Tue 2 Jul, Tue 16 Jul, Wed 24 Jul

Stamp Club Meeting (Witham)

Australian States II (D. Gottesmann). Meeting of Witham Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership..... See more >

Spring Lodge Community Centre, Powers Hall End, Witham CM8 2HE

Thu 6 Jun

Colchester United Comedy Club

Our June Comedy Night promises to be an evening of laughter and fun! With David Ward as compere, we open the..... See more >

Jobserve Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester CO4 5UP

Thu 6 Jun

Michael Jackson Tribute Night

The ever popular Navi returns to the Jobserve Community stadium with his exciting Michael Jackson Tribute Act... See more >

Jobserve Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester CO4 5UP

Fri 7 Jun

Allways - Open Garden for NGS

A cottage style garden of a grade two listed 1930's home. A mature wisteria greets visitors on the front of the..... See more >

Allways, Rochford SS4 1NP

Sat 8 Jun

Fairwinds - Open Garden for NGS

Gravelled front garden and three differently styled back garden spaces with planting changes every year... See more >

Fairwinds, Chigwell Row IG7 6JJ

Sat 8 Jun

Thatched Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

A thatched cottage garden with many varieties of old and David Austin roses interplanted with a wide range of... See more >

Thatched Cottage, Colchester CO7 7DJ

Sat 8 Jun and Sun 9 Jun

Stamp Club Meeting (Epping Forest)

Auction). Meeting of Epping Forest & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription..... See more >

Main Hall, Roding Valley High School, Alderton Hill (entry from Brook Road), Loughton, IG10 3JA

Sat 8 Jun

Concert : The Paul Simon Story

THE PAUL SIMON STORY The UK's no.1 Paul Simon tribute band “Shades of Simon” will be bringing their highly..... See more >

The Mill Arts Centre, Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh SS6 7ED

Sat 8 Jun

Pet Community Fun Day

Event Highlights: Pet Parade: Join the parade with your pets to showcase their cuteness and charm! Best costumes..... See more >

10 Gravenchon Way CH2 W

Sat 8 Jun, Sun 9 Jun

Diesel Day

Unlimited rides on a diesel train. Large model railway layout. Working signal box, Travelling Post Office carriages,..... See more >

Colne Valley Railway, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham CO9 3DZ

Sun 9 Jun, Sun 16 Jun, Sun 23 Jun, Sun 30 Jun

Saling Hall - Open Garden for NGS

Opened for NGS by Hugh and Judy Johnson until 2011, and now undergoing an ambitious programme of works by new owners... See more >

Saling Hall, Braintree CM7 5DT

Sun 9 Jun

Over Hall - Open Garden for NGS

A large country house garden surrounding a Georgian House (not open) with sloping gardens down to a large pond and... See more >

Over Hall, Colchester CO6 2HW

Sun 9 Jun

Silver Birches - Open Garden for NGS

The garden boasts three lawns on the two levels. This surprisingly secluded garden has many mixed borders packed with..... See more >

Silver Birches, Waltham Abbey EN9 1LG

Sun 9 Jun

Musical Theatre Showcase

First year level 3 musical theatre students from Colchester Institute perform their end of year showcase... See more >

Headgate Theatre, 14 Chapel Street North, Colchester CO2 7AT

Wed 12 Jun

Ken Ludwig's Leading Ladies

Written in 2004, but set in1952, this hilarious comedy features two English Shakespearean actors so down on their... See more >

The Little Theatre, Methodist Church, The Drive, Harold Wood RM3 0DU

Wed 12 Jun to Sat 15 Jun

Premium

Billy Fury meets Elvis

A night of rock and roll featuring tributes to Billy Fury and Elvis Presley. Alan Wilcox will be doing his fantastic..... See more >

Headgate Theatre, 14 Chapel Street North, Colchester CO2 7AT

Fri 14 Jun

Old Timbers - Open Garden for NGS

The white shingled spire of St Marys church, provides historic atmosphere to this weatherboarded house and large walled... See more >

Old Timbers, Maldon CM9 5HW

Fri 14 Jun

Bublé Meets Sinatra: The Showdown! - Charter Hall, Colchester

“At times I thought it was me” says Michael Bublé “A must-see” says Sinatra family’s Europe Rep. This electrifying..... See more >

Charter Hall, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester CO1 1YH

Fri 14 Jun

Ongar Art Society Summer Exhibition

The Ongar Art Society Summer Exhibition is an annual popular event, which over the years has been enjoyed by thousands... See more >

Budworth Hall, High Street, Chipping Ongar, Ongar CM5 9JG

Sat 15 Jun and Sun 16 Jun

The Garden Studio - Open Garden for NGS

This beautiful south facing town garden has evolved over the years from family garden to studio garden... See more >

The Garden Studio, Colchester CO2 7HS

Sat 15 Jun and Sun 16 Jun

30 Queens Road - Open Garden for NGS

A medium sized family garden with seperate zones. The front of the garden is a space for children to play... See more >

30 Queens Road, Rayleigh SS6 8JX

Sat 15 Jun and Sun 16 Jun

Spa Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

Nestled next to farmland in rural Essex, the main garden is split into three areas, a haven for wildflowers around a... See more >

Spa Cottage, Saffron Walden CB11 4SJ

Sun 16 Jun

Walnut Tree Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

A traditional cottage garden framed by wonderful views over the Essex countryside and planted with well-stocked flower... See more >

Walnut Tree Cottage, Dunmow CM6 3LX

Sun 16 Jun

Visit the Vulcan on Fathers' Day

Treat Dad to a great time out at Visit the Vulcan on Fathers' Day. He can get a close-up look at Vulcan XL426 in..... See more >

Hangar 6 South Road, London Southend Airport, Southend-on-Sea SS2 6YU

Sun 16 Jun

Premium

Sheepcote Green House - Open Garden for NGS

An atmospheric old country garden, set in the three acre grounds of a former farmhouse, undergoing a gentle reawakening... See more >

Sheepcote Green House, Saffron Walden CB11 4SJ

Sun 16 Jun

Writtle Gardens Open Day

WRITTLE GARDENS OPEN DAY - Sunday 16th June 2024 15 Village Gardens open 12.00 to 5.00 pm Official opening at 12:00..... See more >

Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3EN

Sun 16 Jun

Stamp Club Meeting (Basildon)

Philatelic Exhibitions & Trade Fairs (D. Connell). Meeting of Basildon Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... See more >

The Place (Pitsea Leisure Centre), Northlands Pavement, Pitsea SS13 3DU

Tue 18 Jun

160 Chignal Road - Open Garden for NGS

A relatively new garden transformed from a rough piece of grass. The five year old garden goes from floral and leafy..... See more >

160 Chignal Road, Chelmsford CM1 2JD

Tue 18 Jun, Tue 16 Jul

Moynes Farm - Open Garden for NGS

A traditional, large country garden and two acre woodland, opening for the first time for the National Garden Scheme... See more >

Moynes Farm, Colchester CO7 8RA

Tue 18 Jun and Wed 19 Jun

Hyde Hall Live

Enjoy three nights of live music in the beautiful surroundings of Hyde Hall. Jukebox Jets - Thursday 20 June..... See more >

RHS Garden Hyde Hall Creephedge Lane, Rettendon CM3 8ET

Thu 20 Jun to Sat 22 Jun

Whitney Houston Tribute Night

We are proud to welcome Nya King to the Jobserve Community Stadium, with her electrifying tribute to Whitney... See more >

Jobserve Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester CO4 5UP

Fri 21 Jun

90s Party Night

Join us at the Jobserve Community Stadium for the latest of our ever popular 90's themed Party Nights!... See more >

Jobserve Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester CO4 5UP

Sat 22 Jun

17 Elm Road - Open Garden for NGS

A compact country garden beautifully maintained as a modern take on a cottage style garden. Deep borders of herbaceous..... See more >

17 Elm Road, Clacton-on-Sea CO16 9LP

Sat 22 Jun

Two Cottages - Open Garden for NGS

Magic lurks within this charming 1½ acre garden, evolved over 30 years. Many treasures hidden amongst a variety of..... See more >

Two Cottages, Chrishall SG8 8QT

Sun 23 Jun, Sun 30 Jun, Sun 7 Jul

2 Cedar Avenue - Open Garden for NGS

A large town garden with a dry front garden, pots arranged on a large patio with bulbs followed by tropical style... See more >

2 Cedar Avenue, Wickford SS12 9DT

Sun 23 Jun

Essex Bead Show

The Latest Bead & Pearl Supplies For the Home Jewellery Maker. Many new semi-precious beads for making great jewellery,..... See more >

Great Bromley Village Hall, Parsons Hill, Great Bromley CO7 7JA

Sun 23 Jun

Premium

Fudlers Hall - Open Garden for NGS

Award winning, romantic two acre garden surrounding C17 farmhouse with lovely views. Many long herbaceous borders,..... See more >

Fudlers Hall, Mashbury CM1 4TJ

Sun 23 Jun

83 Harwich Road - Open Garden for NGS

Family cottage garden with a mix of fruit trees, shrubs, flowers and vegetables, growing in an organised jumble... See more >

83 Harwich Road, Harwich CO12 5JA

Sun 23 Jun

Stowford House - Open Garden for NGS

In this evolving garden we aim to inc as many different elements as we can, to create interest. The woodland walk leads..... See more >

Stowford House, Harwich CO12 5JA

Sun 23 Jun

4 New Row - Open Garden for NGS

Located behind a former oysterman's cottage c1875, this long, narrow garden surprisingly offers a range of garden... See more >

4 New Row, Rochford SS4 2EP

Tue 25 Jun

FREE taster session with the Saffron Walden Rock Choir

If you are wanting to learn to sing you'll find a happy place with us in the Rock Choir. Your local Saffron..... See more >

Town Hall (Assembly Hall), Town Hall (Assembly Hall), Market Street, Saffron Walden CB10 1HZ

Tue 25 Jun

4 Boarded Row - Open Garden for NGS

A very small cottage style garden, with brick path, raised vegetable beds, summerhouse and patio overlooking a small... See more >

4 Boarded Row, Rochford SS4 2EN

Tue 25 Jun

Keeway - Open Garden for NGS

Large, mature country garden with stunning views over the River Crouch. Formal terraces surround the house with steps..... See more >

Keeway, nr Burnham-on-Crouch CM0 8PL

Wed 26 Jun, Sun 30 Jun

Counterfeit Sixties Show

Re-live the sounds of the swinging sixties, as Britain's No. 1 tribute show brings alive the magic of the..... See more >

West Cliff Theatre, Tower Road, Clacton On sea CO15 1LE

Fri 28 Jun

Brick House - Open Garden for NGS

This recently renovated period property and garden covers 1½ acres, with a brook running through the middle... See more >

Brick House, Finchingfield CM7 4JS

Sat 29 Jun

18 Pettits Boulevard - Open Garden for NGS

The garden (80ft x 23ft) is on three levels with an ornamental pond, patio area with shrubs and perennials, many in... See more >

18 Pettits Boulevard, Romford RM1 4PL

Sat 29 Jun and Sun 30 Jun

Mikri Ellada - Open Garden for NGS

A small well established town garden with an interesting use of space, creating several garden rooms. Seating areas..... See more >

Mikri Ellada, Southend-on-Sea SS3 9BE

Sat 29 Jun

Barnards Farm - Open Garden for NGS

So much to explore! Climb the Belvedere for the wider view and take the train for a woodland adventure... See more >

Barnards Farm, West Horndon CM13 3FY

Sun 30 Jun

Things to do around Essex

Essex, a county in the East of England, offers a diverse range of activities for a memorable day out. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or family-friendly adventures, there's something for everyone. Let's explore some of the best things to do in Essex:

1. Colchester Zoo:
- Colchester Zoo is a must-visit for animal lovers. With over 270 species set in 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes, it's constantly developing and has won many awards for its conservation work. Explore enclosures like the walk-through butterfly enclosure and the Rainbow Lorikeet area. Don't miss the state-of-the-art "Bears of the Rising Sun" enclosure housing sun bears Jo Jo and Srey Ya. Encounter Komodo Dragons, white rhinos, giraffes, and more at the "Kingdom of the Wild" exhibit¹.

2. Tours of Colchester:
- Join historical tours of Colchester, Britain's oldest recorded town. Explore its rich heritage, including Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and charming streets. Visit the Colchester Castle, a Norman keep with fascinating exhibits. Don't miss the historic walking tours and outdoor escape games.

3. Explore Southend-on-Sea:
- Head to Southend-on-Sea for a classic British seaside experience. Enjoy the sandy beaches, stroll along the promenade, and visit the iconic Southend Pier, the longest pleasure pier in the world. Explore Adventure Island amusement park and try the thrilling rides.

4. Discover Green Island Gardens:
- Green Island Gardens in Ardleigh is a hidden gem. Explore the enchanting gardens, featuring exotic plants, sculptures, and tranquil ponds. It's a peaceful oasis away from the hustle and bustle.

5. Partyman World of Play:
- If you're with kids, visit Partyman World of Play in Basildon. This indoor play center offers slides, ball pits, and climbing frames. It's perfect for a fun-filled family day out.

6. Bridge End Garden in Saffron Walden:
- Bridge End Garden in Saffron Walden is a restored Victorian garden. Admire the colorful flowerbeds, ornamental hedges, and historic features. It's a tranquil spot for a leisurely walk.

7. Imperial Bird of Prey Academy:
- Experience the thrill of falconry at the Imperial Bird of Prey Academy in Billericay. Get up close to majestic birds of prey and learn about their behavior and conservation. Enjoy flying displays and photo opportunities.

8. Go Bananas:
- For active fun, visit Go Bananas in Colchester. This indoor soft play center has slides, climbing frames, and a separate area for toddlers. It's a great option for families with young children.

9. Thames & Medway Estuary Helicopter Tour:
- Take to the skies on a helicopter tour from Southend-on-Sea. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Thames and Medway Estuary, spotting landmarks from above. It's a unique way to explore the coastline.

10. Historic Walking Tour of Colchester:
- Join a guided walking tour of historic Colchester. Learn about its Roman past, medieval architecture, and fascinating stories. Combine it with a visit to the local farmers' market for a complete experience.

Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in wildlife, history, or family fun, Essex promises an enjoyable and diverse day out!