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Announcing The Essex Read 2021

Posted on Dec 10th, 2020

We’re delighted to announce that James Canton’s latest book, The Oak Papers will be The Essex Read for 2021. We launched The Essex Read in 2018, a project that harnesses the power of reading to bring people together. We want to encourage the whole of Essex, whether lone reader or part of a book club, to Read more

Why Essex Should Be Your Next Staycation

Posted on Dec 10th, 2020

In this article, festival favourite Gillian Darley, takes us on a reminiscent walk through our county’s history and highlights. The feature, co-written with Rick Jordan, includes the best day trips, restaurants, bars and art galleries. From Mistley to Mersea Island, Colchester to Canvey Island, they take us Read more

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