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6 Hours In Essex

So you've got six hours in Essex - that's great news. Let's see how you can best use your time while you're here. Last updated 2nd January 2024

What Should I Do With Six Hours In Essex?

If you have 6 hours or a half day to spend in Essex, here are some suggestions:

1. Visit Colchester Castle: This Norman castle is now a museum with interactive displays and exhibits. It takes about 2 hours to visit.

2. Check out the Beth Chatto Gardens: These award-winning gardens showcase a variety of plants and are perfect for a peaceful stroll. It takes about 1-2 hours to visit.

3. Explore the Lakeside Shopping Centre: This large indoor shopping centre has over 250 shops, restaurants and a cinema. It takes about 2-3 hours to visit.

4. Take a walk along the seafront in Southend-on-Sea: This popular seaside town has a long pier, amusement parks, and plenty of fish and chip shops. It takes about 1-2 hours to visit.

Overall, these are just a few of the many things to do in Essex and should give you a taste of what the area has to offer. Whether you're interested in history, nature or shopping, there's something for everyone in this county.

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