Are you stuck for things to do this winter? Essex is home to some truly magical places perfect for a family day out or a special event to get you feeling festive. Here are 9 locations you have to visit this season

When winter comes and a frost settles all over our county’s prettiest locations, you’re presented with so many fantastic photographic opportunities. Here are 19 times Essex was prettier than a Christmas card

As part of his feature on why he loves Christmas in Essex, the kitchen icon has given us a deliciously easy pork, sage, onion and chestnut stuffing recipe

Never has our environment been higher up the agenda of global concern, so this year more than ever, perhaps it’s time to ease off the excessive consumerism and have an eco-friendly Christmas?

The elves are getting ready to open the doors for the Magical Christmas experience at Cressing near Braintree and Witham this November

Following last year’s successful debut, the Christmas Market in Ingatestone this year will be held on Sunday 8th December from 12noon – 6pm

The festive season at Pig & Whistle Restaurant is a treat of warm lights, ribbons and festive cheer