Whether you’re on a girls getaway or a family break, there are plenty of fabulous locations in Essex perfect to boast about on social media!
From colourful beachside attractions to stunning natural landscapes, here are the best places to capture those picture perfect snaps in Essex.
Beach huts, West Mersea
Life is better at the beach, and there’s nowhere more instagrammable than the pastel palette of striking beach huts which line the West Mersea shore! Picture perfect and seriously instagram worthy, these adorable little huts showcase the best of British summers and make a brilliant backdrop for any type of shot. Plus, a lot of these beach huts are even available to hire! What more could you want?
Beeleigh Abbey Gardens
A hidden gem tucked away just outside of Mauldon, Beeleigh Abbey Gardens will have your instagram feed looking like a scene straight out of a fairytale! With fascinating historical significance, this 3-acre garden has plenty to explore with numerous rooms branching out from the main lawn. Bursting with stunning plantlife, Beeleigh Abbey Gardens is a photographer’s dream come true!
The Basildon Sign
Looking for that Hollywood dream? We have just the place. Nothing says instagram quite like Hollywood and this Hollywood-style sign has become quite the iconic attraction in Essex. With each letter standing at 5ft high, this sign is the perfect spot to snap a few photos and re-create some of the glitz and glamour of Hollywood right here in the UK!
Castle Park, Colchester
A green oasis located in the heart of Colchester, Castle Park is a site of national importance with plenty to capture! Wanting to explore? Castle Park has multiple stunning trails jam-packed with history and wildlife. Become your own tour guide as you discover fascinating facts about the site and embark on a walking adventure around the park. Feeling peckish? There’s even a cafe located near the bandstand to tuck into a good snack and hot drink in between exploring. With plenty to see, your camera roll will be bursting with exciting snaps by the end of the day!
Dedham Vale & Stour Valley
A stunning landscape with dozens of activities on offer, Dedham Vale & Stour Valley make the ideal locations to capture amazing memories! Get closer to nature with the exciting buzz of wildlife that habitats the area, and explore the brilliant interactive exhibitions at the local National Trust properties and heritage centres. With plenty to get stuck into, there’s no end to the fun ready to be had at Dedham Vale!
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