Nothing to fear in Feering
You're in rural Essex in Feering. This dinky village is around 10 miles from Colchester and close to the Essex Way. If you're a keen walker there are plenty of footpaths in the village that run through the surrounding countryside.
Meet the animals at Colchester Zoo
A short drive from the village is Colchester Zoo, home to hundreds of animals including orangutans, leopards, white rhinos, spotted hyenas and Komodo Dragons.
Discover the charms of Mersea Island
Mersea is the most easterly inhabited island in the UK, and attracts seafood fans and families attracted by its old-world charms. Blow away the cobwebs at Cudmore Grove Country Park, which offers a sandy beach and open grassland with fantastic views to boot, and be sure to sample the fresh seafood at the Coast Inn.