Thaxted Windmill and a guide to the rest of an Essex you didn't know existed
Ditch the sovs, banish the Burberry and stick yer stilettos where the sun don't shine. In short, forget everything you thought you knew about Essex. Instead, discover the hidden gems of London's lost county, where history, hedonism and, yes, high culture make Essex a great destination for Londoners. Get there quick before the secret's out
The Joy of Essex
Read our inspiring guide to the greenery, culture, history and nightlife that make this county great.
Essex shopping guide
Essex is brighter, bolder and better-dressed than you'd ever imagine. Time Out jumps on the Central Line and discovers that the best shops are a mere tube ride away.
Dagenham & Redbridge FC
Behind the scenes with a team gunning for the big time.
Lea Valley
Time Out visits a surreal Essex wilderness before it is transformed for the 2012 Olympics.