Mersea Island Museum

Spend an afternoon at the tallest Tudor gatehouse in England to find a knot garden, a farm, a Wildlife Walk and five centuries’ worth of history.

Feed elephants and giraffes, watch a falconry display and meet the fearsome Komodo dragons at one of the U.K.’s best zoos.

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Mersea Island Vineyard during your travels to East Mersea.

Learn about the local history of Bradwell-on-Sea with a stop at St. Peter-on-the-Wall. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.

Explore the great outdoors at Cudmore Grove Country Park, a lovely green space in East Mersea.

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Abberton Reservoir during your travels in Colchester. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its lively bars.