Following the most anticipated finale in television history, four regions across the nation have been transformed into the World of Westeros to mark the Digital Download release of Game of Thrones: The Final Season

In our latest round-up of quirky Essex facts Mica Bale looks at the history of Hatfield Forest, how the Essex Pig was developed in the county and the origins of Bocking's iconic windmill

For most people bluebells are the first sign that spring has arrived and nothing beats a stroll through ancient woods or country parks surrounded by a sea of blue, so here are some of our favourite places to find bluebells in bloom

While times might be tough for retail in our town centres, Brentwood is bucking the trend with plenty on offer for both shoppers and visitors, as Holly Eells discovers | Photos: Richard Barker

In their heyday, our coastal resorts attracted thousands of holidaymakers every summer and now a celebration of this rich heritage, through the Resorting to the Coast project, aims to boost tourism today. Juliana Vandegrift explains more

A unique destination along the county's coast, Harwich's maritime history takes on international prominence over the next 18 months. Petra Hornsby discovers why Harwich is one of the county's best-kept secrets

What's not to like about the month of May? The long months of summer stretch out before us in expectation, plus there are two Bank Holidays to get out and enjoy the warmer weather. Essex Life helps you make the most of this special time with some great ideas for top family days out in the county

With a record number of gardens opening for the Essex National Garden Scheme this year, Susan Copeland, the NGS County Organiser for Essex, picks out some highlights as she reveals how you can visit some of the county's most lavish gardens

Us Brits jump at the chance to grab a blanket and a basket of food and head for somewhere peaceful for an afternoon spent eating, drinking, strolling and exploring. We've picked 9 of the best spots in Essex for a walk and a picnic

Wildlife writer and enthusiast Andrew Fallan shares some of his personal insights and experiences from the wild Essex coast that are often unexplored and all too easily underrated

All too easily taken for granted, our county's village halls are at the heart of rural life and are a lifeline for local communities. Nick Shuttleworth from the RCCE explains just why they are a resource to be treasured

In the fourth edition of her monthly series Mica Bale looks at Southend's WWI zeppelin raid, smuggling in Paglesham, the Colchester Earthquake and much more

Work has begun on an extensive schedule of refurbishment and development at Festival Leisure Park in Basildon

When planning your big day in Essex you're absolutely spoilt for choice when it comes to magical wedding venues. Here are 10 places from around the county you should consider

On social media we asked Essex Life's followers and readers to tell us our county's funniest, rudest, silliest and weirdest place or street names. You came back to us in droves and have allowed us to put together this list of 23 chuckle-worthy locations

In the third part of her monthly series, Mica Bale looks at the history of the Clacton Spear, Essex's worst train accident, where in Essex Queen Mary stayed and much more

From James Bond to Batman, Essex has been known to bask in a little Hollywood glitz. Here are 19 that have used our county's incredible locations on the big screen

As Colchester's Mercury Theatre embarks on a major redevelopment, Petra Hornsby talks to the venue's executive producer about their exciting plans for 2019, 2020 and then well beyond

Your wedding should reflect your enduring love for each other. It's a very personal story for each couple and at Wivenhoe House near Colchester, their aim is to make sure your wedding day is as individual as the tale of your romance

2019 will mark Visit Essex's third Big Weekend, when hundreds of residents will be able to visit some of the county's finest tourist attractions for FREE