Food & Drink

If you are a fan of real ale then this specially designed trail is definitely for you. The journey will take in several traditional pubs near various stations along the way. An excellent choice of well-served cask ales will be available at every stop.

Annual Summer and Winter beer festivals

Southend-on-Sea has unlimited shopping opportunities with The Victoria Centre and The Royals.

Adventure Island is the UK's Number one free admission fun park! 

Animal Adventure Park – a working farm with lots of fun for children.

Over 2,000 rescued animals including goats, sheep, ducks, guinea pigs, chickens, cats, horses, pigs and rabbits

Designer shopping outlet with over 85 stores and lots of places to eat.

Visit Britain's longest Pier at 1.3 miles!

Colchester Zoo is home to over 260 species set in 60 acres of parkland and lakes! A great place to spend a day looking at the animals and daily feeds.