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Mon, 11:15
Brown Hare at Blue House Farm by Peter Hewitt

Essex is densely packed with wildlife: from nature and bird reserves to reservoirs and woodlands, we have picked some amazing wildlife spots in Essex

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Mon, 09:31
Havering Museum

Why not get out and about and visit some of the great local sites that are on your doorstep? Gemma Smith reveals some of the more unexpected highlights to see in the south of the county

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Tuesday, May 31, 2016
The White Horse Great Baddow about 1900

Think you know Chelmsford? Think again. Jim Reeve, author of Secret Chelmsford, reveals some of this city’s secret history that you may well pass regularly without even realising it

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Tuesday, May 31, 2016
John and George Bunting

In a new Essex Life column, Martin Betts from the Country Land & Business Association takes a look at current issues and stories from our rural communities

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Tuesday, May 24, 2016
Tiptree Heath is a home to Exmoor Ponies

While Tiptree is best known for the world famous jams produced in the village by Wilkin & Sons since 1885, Petra Hornsby discovers that there is much more for residents and vistors to enjoy

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Homes & Gardens

Mon, 10:36
Springfield Lodge

Leading Essex property expert, Zoe Napier, shares her knowledge of what to look out for when buying a property with acreage

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Tuesday, May 24, 2016
(c) ismagilov, Getty Images

A home office is the command centre of your home or business, so it is important to create a relaxing atmosphere and utilise space efficiently, explains Sarah Hammill

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Tuesday, May 24, 2016
Check out the latest exterior homeware trends

Whether your home has a patio, porch or a garden, make the most of your outdoor space during the warmer months. Sarah Hammill gets the inside track on how to help create a sensational exterior this summer

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Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Tony Nicholas, Nicholas Anthony

As summer arrives, it’s time for our homes to enjoy a seasonal switch too, in order to better reflect the warmer days and natural light. Sarah Hammill gets some top tips for a bright new look

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Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Willow Cottage

The Williams family’s fascination with Willow Cottage in Curtis Mill Green began with a magical woodland walk and a search for a simpler life. Pat Bramley tells this real-life fairytale

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Style

Tuesday, May 3, 2016
TC2 hair salon

Is your hair suffering from end-of-winter depression? Don’t fear, Holly Eells finds a remedy to solve your hair-raising concerns in time for the summer

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Tuesday, May 3, 2016
Roslin Beach Hotel

Here are the top beauty tips of the season including how to do the elusive top knot, summer mascara and Roslin Beach Hotel’s treatment of the month

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Friday, April 15, 2016
Marisa Arna at her bench

From a sparkling new diamond ring, to a uniquely crafted bracelet or pair of earrings, there are things to consider when choosing an item of handmade jewellery. Independent Essex designer-goldsmith Marisa Arna shares her expert advice

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Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Take care of your skin with these tips

We have gathered tips for keeping clear and beautiful skin

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Wednesday, March 9, 2016
Winter can take its toll on your skin

Treatments to overcome the dry and tired skin that comes with the cold weather of winter

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Food & Drink

Fri, 12:02
Gluten free afternoon tea

Everything stops for tea! and that shouldn’t change if you are gluten free. At Wivenhoe House Hotel, pastry chef Louise Rowlands is happy to accommodate gluten free diets with inventive recipes.

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Mon, 18:13
Enjoy a pint with your pooch

Dog friendly pubs are sometimes hard to find so we have collated 10 excellent dog friendly pubs in Essex. Locally sourced food, real ales, and man’s best friend.

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Mon, 10:03
Delicious pan fried hake recipe

Executive head chef Matthew Hill shares his recipe for Pan fried hake, olive oil potatoes, fish cream and poached duck egg

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Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Delicious cheesecake

Roger Underwood, head chef at the Shoulder of Mutton in Fordham shares his delicious recipe for white chocolate and vanilla cheesecake with almond brittle and fruit compote

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Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Rabbit en croute with red pickle cabbage

Head chef Jules Hetherton shares her recipe for rabbit en croute with red cabbage pickle

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People

Mon, 10:16
Back to Basics column

Sybilla Hart reflects on her new life in Essex after leaving London. This month: school holiday pandemonium

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Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Jenni Anderson

Thurrock’s Jenni Anderson, director of income generation and marketing at Haven House Children’s Hospice in Woodford Green, shares some of her favourite things about her life in the country

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Tuesday, May 24, 2016
Emma Harris

For the last 40 years, Barrow Farm RDA near Chelmsford has been giving a new sense of freedom and independence to disabled people through horse riding. Janet Doghan shares the story

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Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Pam Corrie, an Essex Air Ambulance volunteer and partner John West

A fabulous night had by all at the annual Strictly Air Ambulance hosted by Essex Air Ambulance

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Monday, May 9, 2016
Joe Pasquale

Life has thrown up many challenges for Essex boy Joe Pasquale, and even now he enjoys nothing more than challenging himself. Mica Bale speaks to the Gray’s funnyman with the squeaky voice

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Monday, January 18, 2016
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