After much consideration, I am proposing we to go to Coalhouse fort East Tilbury for this visit. Being  School holiday time many places may well be busy, but here there is quite a big carpark, toilets and a cafe. I think if we meet up at around 13.45 near cafe, then set off for a Read more

Despite having lived in the area for most of my life, I only discovered the history and charm of this area in the last few years. The area has an important place in the history of Southend. The Georgian Royal terrace and the Victorian Cliff Town Estate mark the first major attempts to develop Southend Read more

Lunch is booked for 12:30 with 16 places available. If you are interested in joining us for the the afternoon, please contact Suzanne at . Read more

Please note change in date and timing to achieve best tide conditions. Hello Members, I am Mike Murphy and am organising our February meeting. A walk around Tollesbury Marina (approximately 45/ 50 minutes from Benfleet) and salt marshes featuring many old boats, a lightship and “petrified” trees.  Our visit to is timed to take advantage Read more

Its that time of year when we all start wondering what we have in reserve to offer as our Image of the Year.  And remember it is a non-competitive competition!  i.e. whatever the outcome, we enjoy the full range of subject types, styles and perspectives of all of the entries. Venue arrangements What image? Voting Read more

This is an individual challenge. NO meeting. Interpretation of ORANGE is totally open, limited only by your imagination and ingenuity. It would be good if these are new photos, rather than existing photos. Please forward up to 3 photos each by Friday 29 November 2024 for inclusion on our website. Contact Alan at for my Read more

Essex Wildlife Trust site with walks, dykes and scrapes. Mainly seabird/shoreline birds. Read more