No one should visit Essex without doing this walk. Forget the old stereotype of white stilettos and boy racers - the real Essex is tucked away in the north corner of the county - in Counstable Country. Take the train from London to Manningtree station and follow the public footpath signposted for Flatford Mill. Continue across the open fields for Dedham where you'll find the Sun Inn, a quintessential coaching inn that serves quality locally produced ales and ciders that change regularly and food which quite frankly is delicious. If it wasn't for the fact you could pay by credit card, you might even think it was still 1830 and Counstable himself may pop in for a quick pint.

The Sun Inn, High Street, Dedham, Essex, CO7 6DF
+44(0)1206 323351
www.thesuninndedham.com
Google map: bit.ly/i7CCqN

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