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48 Hours on Mersea Island: A Weekend Guide
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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.

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8 Hidden Family Day Trips in the UK (Essex-Friendly!)
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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.

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