Thrive
We stand by the fact that life shouldn’t be all work and no play. Thinking about making the move to Essex? Let us showcase exactly what our county has to offer. Or, if you’re already local, discover what you’ve been missing right on your doorstep.
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Get in touch to find out more about our business support offering.
VISIT ESSEX
Things to do, places to stay, & more in Essex
Visit Essex is the official tourism guide for the county, bringing together everything residents and visitors need to plan days out, short breaks or weekends away.
DIGITAL ESSEX
Support developing digital skills
Digital Essex supports residents across the county to develop the digital skills they need for everyday life and employment.
CULTURE ESSEX
Funding & support for Essex’s cultural sector
Culture Essex provides funding, strategic guidance and sector‑wide support to strengthen the county’s arts, heritage and creative industries.
Stories of progress
Don't just take our word for it, hear from the local individuals who are scaling faster and thinking bigger.
“It’s been fun, it’s been a good learning curve. Everyone is really nice here, the teachers are really good — Debbie is brilliant, she’s helped me out loads. I really like tiling. I would really like to work for the local council afterwards and repair houses, and I would like to be a multi trader.”
Skills Bootcamps
“The staff have been great honestly, and fun to work with. They’ve been really good at guiding, especially Dave or Lee. I really, really enjoyed the joinery part of carpentry too. That was really fun.”
Skills Bootcamps
“The whole course has been fascinating. Blender is an amazing piece of software with so many applications, from filmmaking to interior design. I now have a much better understanding of how to present myself and how to communicate what I do.”
Skills Bootcamps
“If I think back to 10 weeks ago and what I am capable of now — it’s astounding. Being able to use Blender will be incredibly useful going forward, and the course has been a welcome nudge to restart my business.”
Skills Bootcamps