Today will be cool. This morning will be dry with plenty of sunshine. Cloud will develop in the afternoon, along with a few light showers in places. Turning dry and bright towards the evening. Tonight ...

West Mersea councillor Carl Powling has investigated sewage discharges affecting the Blackwater and Colne.

A town in Colchester has been recognised among the most charming seaside towns and villages in the UK. West Mersea was named by Love Exploring as one of the top 40 across the country, with the ...

The incident took place at Waterfront Pizza in Coast Road, at around 3.25pm on March 14.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. With its rich history, peaceful atmosphere and beautiful views, the 'idyllic' Mersea Island is a popular choice for holidays and ...

Two people have been winched to safety by helicopter after getting into difficulty at a river mouth. HM Coastguard ...

The MP and a local councillor have blasted the council as being 'short-sighted and compounding existing problems' ...

A coastal tourism expert has warned that several of the UK's most popular seaside destinations are set to be overwhelmed with ...

Here are seven hidden picnic spots to visit with the family this spring time.

More than 30 islands sit off the Essex coastline, revealing a wilder, windswept side to the county than many visitors expect.

This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). Beyond the creeks and mudflats of England’s east coast, more than 30 islands fringe Essex in a ragged chain of marshland, shingle and ...