Great
site Real Essex - http://www.realessex.co.uk/
Try something new in 2006, visit the ancient county of the East Saxons,
for relaxation, inspiration and rejuvenation - and discover the real Essex.
Just
1 hours drive north-east of London you will find yourself in some of the
most beautiful countryside in England, beneath the rushing skies of the
East, on the coast of the great North Sea or in the bustling towns of
Colchester, Chelmsford and Southend.
Traces
of medieval times can be found in delightful market towns such as Saffron
Walden, Coggeshall and Thaxted. Medieval industries such as silk weaving
and saffron growing created great wealth for the county in the 17th and
18th centuries and this led to the construction of many beautiful houses
and fine churches including, Audley End, Mistley Towers, Ingatestone Hall
and Layer Marney. Close to the European mainland, many different cultures
and historical events have influenced Essex over the centuries. The Normans
left their mark with castles at Colchester, Hedingham and Hadleigh, while
the Romans made Colchester their capital.
Essex
boasts a strong maritime heritage; coastal towns such as Burnham-on-Crouch
(the Cowes of the East), Wivenhoe and Brightlingsea all come to life in
the summer with yachts, fishing and watersports. Along the estuaries and
just inland from the fishing towns the environment is wild and undisturbed
and of great importance for nature conservation. Well know seaside resorts
along the East coast include Clacton, Frinton and Walton to the north
of the county and Southend at the mouth of the river Thames. Southend
has established a reputation for an exciting calendar of events throughout
the year whilst in Clacton the emphasis is on traditional family entertainment,
both resorts are famous for their parks and gardens and offer stunning
displays in the summer.
Essex
has something for everyone, so whether you are footloose and fancy free
or looking for a relaxing family retreat, look no further than Essex.
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