Welcome to North Essex...

With colourful, bustling market towns and picturesque villages set in beautiful rolling countryside, look no further than north Essex to get away from it all and rediscover the rural heart of the county....

There are plenty of things to do in north Essex and some excellent quality assured accommodation, with all this in mind why not stay a while. Take advantage of our miles of leafy lanes and undulating countryside, whether you like to tramp, stroll or cycle. North Essex is the perfect location for a short break or day trip away from hectic lifestyles. Just 50 miles from London this area also has excellent links to the coast, Constable Country and East Anglia via A120, A12, M11 and direct rail, with the addition of Stansted airport 16 miles away.

What's On at Warner Archive

There are loads of events in 2012 from informal illustrated talks on Tuesdays, a special exhibiton to celebrate the Queen's Jubilee, to workshops on how to make crochet, button jewellery and wood carving.

Picnic in Witham Park

Monday 4th June 10.30am until 4.30pm in Maldon Road Park. Please bring along your own picnic (no barbecues). Various attractions for the family to enjoy including mini golf, slide, miniature train rides, face painting, bouncy castle, refreshments.

Feering Street Party

Sunday 3rd June street party on the grass area at the end of Greenways Road.

Rayne Party in the Park

Sunday 3 June at 12 noon on the playing field. Village hall will be selling refreshments and playing music. Bring a picnic and come in fancy dress as Royalty!

Celebration Exhibition

From 6th June every Wed 10am to 4pm at Warner Textile Archive. Special event to shed a light on the Warner company's prestigious role as supplier of fabrics for coronations and other royal events.