Essex, UK

Planning a trip to the UK? Be sure to add Essex to your itinerary!

The coastal county of Essex is a must-visit in England. The main cities in Essex are Chelmsford to the south, Harlow to the east and Colchester to the north. Chelmsford is about one hour from London, Harlow is just under an hour, while Colchester is 90 minutes. With Chelmsford (more than 110,000 people), Harlow (more than 85,000) and Colchester (more than 100,000) excepted, much of Essex is sparsely populated; the rural countryside is dotted with many small towns and villages. West and south-west Essex are 'well-to-do' areas, but most tourists head to Essex to see Colchester Castle or visit one of its many charming coastal towns.

Essex County is rich in history and architecture; other popular attractions include Audley End House, RHS Garden Hyde Hall and the Barleylands Farm Park and Craft Village. For foodlovers, there are many good restaurants and eateries throughout the county, and great shopping in Chelmsford.

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