3+ hour, 41+ min ago  (13+ words) Two south Essex music legends named in Oxford Dictionary of National Biography'Southend Echo...

1+ day, 13+ hour ago  (40+ words) Southend Echo Find events in Basildon and Southend and the surrounding areas using the Echo local events calendar today. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services....

1+ day, 9+ hour ago  (387+ words) A much-loved street art festival is set to return to Southend again next summer, with organisers confirming plans and inviting artists to apply. Southend City Jam will take place from Friday, August 28, to Sunday, August 30, bringing large-scale murals, live painting…...

2+ day, 21+ hour ago  (554+ words) If you're a gardener (or simply aspire to being more green-fingered!) then English Heritage has some wonderful and historic gardens they care for in England. From bulbs to blossom, you can save on your visit with up to 25 per cent…...

5+ day, 6+ hour ago  (354+ words) Rollerworld bosses have revealed plans which aim to bring its famous skating rink back into the heart of Colchester. During the charity's Eggstravaganza event at Charter Hall today, hundreds of skaters and supporters eagerly waited for an exciting announcement. Owners…...

5+ day, 19+ hour ago  (349+ words) Music lovers are in for a night of classical favourites and patriotic singalongs as a popular event is set to return to Southend Airport." The Vulcan Restoration Trust's "Proms at the Vulcan" will return on Saturday, July 4, promising an evening…...

5+ day, 3+ hour ago  (392+ words) A much-loved outdoor music event is set to return in Southend this spring, bringing free live performances to one of the city's most popular green spaces. Music in the Park will once again take place at the Bandstand in Priory…...

5+ day, 6+ hour ago  (405+ words) A HOLLYWOOD A-lister is set to visit Colchester later this year. Actor Johnny Depp has been entertaining audiences since his big screen debut in 1984s horror classic, A Nightmare on Elm Street. Hes arguably best known for his leading role as…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (393+ words) An iconic steam engine featured in the upcoming Harry Potter television series delighted visitors in its first Essex appearance last weekend. 6989 Wightwick Hall, which appears as the "Hogwarts Express" in HBO's new adaptation, captured the imagination of fans of all…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (343+ words) An Essex village known for its beauty is also home to a number of historical treasures. Finchingfield, often highlighted as one of the most pictured spots in the UK, has a population of fewer than 2, 000 people. The area boasts several…...