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The ecology of the dawn chorus
As the nights get shorter during spring the birds welcome the sunrise with their distinctive calls.
7 NGS gardens to visit in Essex this summer
A look ahead to the 2024 Essex Book Festival
Take a journey on the Essex Way and see the land that inspired Constable
Meet the people saving animals across Essex
What is rucking and should you add it to your fitness regime this summer?
A four mile circular route around Galleywood near Chelmsford
One night only: Chart topper Natasha Watts returns to Essex
Taking a walk on the Essex coast down the Southend seafront
This activity lowers your risk of early death if you do it daily, study finds
Spring is in the air: what birds and plants to look out for
A wild walk exploring the history and wildlife of Wallasea Island
A two mile walk on the Essex and Suffok border
Exhibition celebrates 'Overlooked and underappreciated' artist
Torvill and Dean announce final UK tour before retirement from skating
The best spring gardens to visit across the UK
20 National Garden Scheme gardens to visit in Essex this year
Explore the western side of Canvey Island in this marshland walk
I tried some walking workouts and now I have no excuse to be lazy
Researchers call upon public to help with project to boost UK bumblebee numbers
How Candace Bushnell is putting the sex into the city… of Southend!
Is Downton Abbey coming back? 'Secret' series 7 begins filming per reports
Full list of where Antiques Roadshow will visit in 2024 and how to get tickets
Explore RSPB reserves across Essex for wildlife-filled adventures this February
The unique and interesting ways wildlife acts to attract a mate
First look at David Attenborough's new documentary Secret World Of Sound
February is the month for seeking snowdrops and spring flowers