“Fantastic place with lots of events, boat trips, Splashpark, ice cream and snacks, parking.”

“Large pub on The Hythe providing seating inside and outside. Good pub grub.”

“A quirky old pub and hotel filled with an eclectic mix of antique and interesting objects, furniture and paintings. ”

“Tel: 01621 851 898 - Swimming pool with kids flume (also for adults!) Plus a decent gym.”

“This place is rather special located right by the river Blackwater with a wealth of smoked foods to savour. Ideal on a warm day. Lots of seats outside.”

“You can experience the Blackwater Estuary from an original Thames Sailing barge. It's a marvellous opportunity to see the famous Essex salt marshes and estuary coastline from the deck .”

“Tel: 01621 850 222 - Bowling lanes, roller-skating rink, ball-park play centre and Chinese and steak restaurant.”