Brightlingsea

Maritime heritage town, and the only cinque port in Essex.

Quaint little fishing village with narrow streets and a fascinating collection of houses from cottages that once would have houses the local fishermen to Georgian houses.

One street of lovely houses named Mistresses Row used to house the lady friends of sea-faring captains.

Take a walk down to the Hard and chat to a genuine oldie where you will be surprised at the friendliness and willingness to chat. Ideal haven for yachting and sailing.

Jacob's Hall built in 1250 is a timbered house with a delightful 16th century stair turret. Now a hotel is the oldest occupied building in Essex.