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Discover 15 fascinating facts about our own Southend Pier
It’s one of Essex’s top attractions – and the world’s longest pleasure pier – but it also has quite a storied past
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New homes being built across Essex are set to be greener than ever
Experts are predicting this is just the start of the eco property era
How to protect your garden from heavy rain
How to work the stylish swivel chair trend
Why you should move to Southend