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BBC’s Paris 2024 Olympics hosts on what to look forward to
Rachael Davis takes a look at the BBC’s Paris 2024 Olympics coverage as Clare Balding, Gabby Logan, Jessica Ennis-Hill and more share their thoughts.
A look ahead to the 2024 BBC Proms season
Another spectacular summer for Frinton Summer Theatre
Beacons to be lit on UK’s highest peaks to mark 80th anniversary of D-Day
6 not-to-be-missed summer festivals in Essex
7 NGS gardens to visit in Essex this summer
A look ahead to the 2024 Essex Book Festival
One night only: Chart topper Natasha Watts returns to Essex
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
How Candace Bushnell is putting the sex into the city… of Southend!
Full list of where Antiques Roadshow will visit in 2024 and how to get tickets
First look at David Attenborough's new documentary Secret World Of Sound
4 fabulous locations to celebrate Burns Night in the county
All the singers, comedians and shows you can see at the Cliffs Pavilion in 2024
Full list of UK Bank Holidays for 2024
Agatha Christie's Murder Is Easy: Full cast list and how to watch
Win a pair of tickets to see Ed Byrne perform in Essex
All the Christmas Day TV to look forward to on BBC, ITV and Channel 4
Wonka review: An earnest and whimsical tale which spreads pure Christmas joy
Frameless Marble Arch great to visit with family this Christmas
Joe Pasquale to play Mr Smee in Peter Pan at Cliffs Pavilion
What is the winter solstice and when does it take place in 2023?
First look at Call the Midwife Christmas special hints at emotionally farewell
The Mediaeval Baebes bring magic, theatre and story-telling this Christmas
Theatre Royal Drury Lane afternoon tea - a must for theatre lovers and cake fans