Little England, as Essex is commonly referred to, is an excellent location for a memorable treasure hunt. Between London and the sea this ancient Saxon county is steeped with history, rural countryside and boasts the longest coastline in England. A strong railway and maritime heritage, the world’s longest pleasure pier and being home to Britain’s first capital city, Colchester, ensures Essex has an array of areas to hold an unbeatable treasure hunt event.

For a successful treasure hunt, the area in which it’s held needs to be exciting. Essex most definitely fits the bill! Choose between traditional villages, busy market towns and Victorian seaside resorts to set the scene for a memorable treasure hunt in the east of England. With Basildon, Chelmsford, Colchester, Harlow and Southend on sea all within this vast county, you’ll be spoilt for choice on your next treasure hunt location.