Seaside towns along the Essex coast tend to have a negative reputation ... Despite being named one of the ‘worst seaside towns’ in the UK, Clacton boasts a rich history and vibrant attractions ...

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you may want to take the time to explore the wonderful nature the coast provides. From old sea-faring towns, to seals and Thames barges, tourism body Visit Essex reveals some of the places in ...

"Rare" white-beaked dolphins have been spotted off the Essex ... waters In UK, more usually seen Hebrides but also off north-east England and sometimes in Lyme Bay on south English coast up ...

The Essex Wildlife Trust centre can be visited to learn more about the area as well as the Naze Tower. Close to Southend is a beach with a scenic promenade backdrop and colourful beach huts to ...

A flood alert has been issued covering the Essex and Suffolk coast (Image: Gov.uk) The alert, published on Gov.uk, says: "Clacton Promenade, Lee-over-Sands and Brightlingsea seafront may see some ...

Alerts for the Essex coast have been upgraded to amber - indicating ... The Met Office in the UK agrees, believing that it is easier to follow the progress of a storm on TV, radio, or social ...

Scenic trains on the East Coast offer convenience ... aboard a steam-powered train with vintage coach cars. The Essex Steam ...

A couple who feared for their lives during a storm while sailing off the coast of Essex have praised the Marine Unit officers’ bravery for rescuing them. Roy Harris and his partner Caroline ...

Families heading to a busy seaside resort have been advised to "take a selfie" in case their children go missing. The guidance has been issued by HM Coastguard in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, and came ...

Farleigh Hospice are preparing for their annual bike ride, Cycle for Life, which sees cyclists choose from three distances to raise money.