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Best Child-Friendly Places to Eat on Mersea Island
In this guide, we’ll share the best family-friendly restaurants and cafés on Mersea Island, making mealtimes easy, relaxed and delicious for everyone.
48 Hours on Mersea Island: A Weekend Guide
Mersea Island may be small, but it’s packed with enough charm and character to make it worth more than just a day trip. From pastel beach huts and fresh seafood to alpaca walks and coastal caravan stays, this Essex gem is the perfect spot for a weekend by the sea. Here’s how to spend 48 hours soaking it all in.
How to Spend the Perfect Day on Mersea Island (and Why You Should Visit Year-Round)
If you’re looking for a seaside escape that feels a world away from busy city life, but without the long drive to Cornwall or Devon, Mersea Island in Essex is the answer. Just a short hop from Colchester, this little island is bursting with charm, from its tidal causeway entrance to its fresh seafood, colourful beach huts, and coastal walks. It’s a place that changes with the seasons, making it the perfect year-round destination.
8 Best Family Attractions in or Near Essex for Kids
When you’re planning a family day out, sometimes you need more than open fields and country walks. You want places designed with children in mind—filled with animals, play areas, imagination, and adventure. Luckily, Essex and its nearby counties are packed with fantastic options. From magical storybook lands to wildlife farms and miniature trains, here are 8 of the best family attractions near Essex for kids.
8 Hidden Family Day Trips in the UK (Essex-Friendly!)
When you’re planning a family day out, sometimes you need more than open fields and country walks. You want places designed with children in mind—filled with animals, play areas, imagination, and adventure. Luckily, Essex and its nearby counties are packed with fantastic options. From magical storybook lands to wildlife farms and miniature trains, here are 8 of the best family attractions near Essex for kids.
Weekend Reset in Folkestone, kent
Dianna from @DestinationDelve2025 and her 10 year old daughter decided to hit the reset button with a last minute weekend trip to Folkestone, Kent. We hear all about it here…
First Time in London with Kids: A Perfect Day of Adventure
London Blogger and Mum Alex Mills aka @MumintheCity takes us on a trip around London to see the sights. Perfect for anyone visiting for the first time or is on a time limit!
manchester: Where to Enjoy Afternoon Tea with Kids
Today we head to Manchester, where Charlotte aka @TheMumVibe shows us the best afternoon tea spots for families.
Scenic Suffolk: castles, coastline + COUNTRYSIDE
Suffolk is a charming county in eastern England, renowned for its picturesque coastal towns, rolling countryside, and rich historical heritage. With its unspoiled beaches, quaint villages, and vibrant local culture, it offers a welcoming retreat for families seeking both relaxation and adventure.
London with Kids : Greenwich
Tasha Russell is the founder of The Little Adventure Club and lives in Essex with her family.