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Essex ( / ˈɛsɪks / ESS-iks) is a ceremonial county in the East of England, and one of the home counties. It is bordered by Cambridgeshire and Suffolk to the north, the North Sea to the east, Kent across the Thames Estuary to the south, Greater London to the south-west, and Hertfordshire to the west.
2 days ago · Essex, administrative, geographic, and historic county of eastern England. It extends along the North Sea coastline between the Thames and Stour estuaries. The administrative county covers an area within the larger geographic county, which is turn covers a part of the original historic county of Essex.
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Essex is a large county in East Anglia, England. It lies to the east and north-east of London, and is home to three cities, several bustling market towns, and hundreds of countryside villages.
Essex, one of the kingdoms of Anglo-Saxon England; i.e., that of the East Saxons. An area of early settlement, it probably originally included the territory of the modern county of Middlesex; London was its chief town.
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- Brightlingsea Beach. Brightlingsea Beach is a coastal gem that captures the essence of Essex’s beauty. Imagine stepping onto a sandy shore that stretches as far as the eye can see.
- Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation. Step into a world where time slows down—welcome to Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation. This waterway network is a hidden treasure, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
- Dedham. Dedham is a village that exudes quintessential English charm. With its cobblestone streets and Tudor-style architecture, you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped into a storybook.
- Epping Forest. Discover the magic of Epping Forest, an ancient woodland that serves as the green lungs of Essex. This sprawling forest offers a myriad of activities, from hiking and mountain biking to bird-watching and horseback riding.
Places to visit in Essex | VisitEngland. There’s more to Essex than reality TV. History buffs will love travelling through time as they start by exploring Roman Britain, and venture through motte-and-bailey Norman keeps, Tudor forts, and finally Victorian country estates and gardens.
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