Exploring the Best Places to Live in Essex

What makes Essex an attractive place to live?

• A mix of bustling towns and peaceful villages

• Being a tech hub

• Its proximity to Scotland

• Its tropical climate

What recent change occurred in Colchester?

• It merged with Chelmsford

• It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site

• It became the capital of Essex

• It became a city during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee

Why did Finton Sea become popular in the 1920s?

• It was known as the Bond Street of East Anglia

• It hosted the Olympics

• It was the site of a famous battle

• It became a major industrial hub

What is a notable feature of Great Dunmau?

• High crime rates

• A large university campus

• A vibrant cultural scene

• Lack of public transport

What makes Brentwood appealing to families?

• Its famous zoo

• Its large amusement park

• Top-rated schools and green spaces

• Its proximity to the beach

What is Leyon Sea known for?

• Its large shopping malls

• Its ancient castles

• Being the capital of Essex

• Industrial style coffee houses and boutique bars

What historical feature is Thax known for?

• A grade one listed guild hall

• An ancient university

• A medieval castle

• A famous cathedral

What is a key attraction in Saffron Walden?

• A renowned opera house

• A famous art museum

• A community cinema called Saffron Screen

• A large theme park

What makes Chelmsford a superb all-rounder?

• Its large desert area

• Its tropical beaches

• Its famous ski resorts

• Its excellent transport links and shopping opportunities

What unique feature does Stock offer?

• A large amusement park

• A large zoo

• A posh spa hotel and a red brick windmill

• A famous university