Luxury holidays in Essex

When to go

Essex is a year-round destination, but its rural and coastal highlights come into their own in spring and summer, from April to September.

Getting there

• Planes

  London Stansted is the county’s closest international airport with flights from many European destinations. Long-haul arrivals touch down at London Heathrow or Gatwick airports, each around two hours away by car.

• Trains

  Essex is well connected by rail, with London’s Liverpool Street station being just under an hour away from many of the county’s towns. It also has a handful of Underground stations, along the far reaches of the Central Line.

• Automobiles

  Essex has strong rail links; but if you’re looking to explore the salt marshes or some of the county’s more rural areas, a set of wheels will come in handy.