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The Ultimate Foodie’s Guide to the Best Mersea Island Seafood & Fresh Fish (2026 Edition)
If you're planning a visit to Mersea Island, or you're lucky enough to call it home, you already know we are sitting on a goldmine of world-class seafood! Surrounded by the swirling coastal waters of Essex, our charming little island is globally famous for its native oysters and pristine, locally landed catches. But with so many fishmongers, coastal shacks, and waterfront spots to choose from, where should you actually go to bag the finest catch? EatShopPlayMersea has done th

Eat Shop Play Mersea
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The Ultimate Parent Survival Guide: Summer Kids Activities and Things to Do on Mersea Island (2026 Edition)
Parents of Mersea, take a deep breath. We see you looking at that 6-week summer calendar with a slight sense of panic! Do not worry—the team at EatShopPlayMersea has done the scrolling so you don't have to. Bookmark this page, share it with your parent group chats, and buy us a glass of wine at a Coast Road Inn later! All-Summer Drop-ins & Flexible Fun Perfect for filling those unexpected "I'm bored" emergency days. Freedom Boat Adventures What: A fantastic, fully accessib

Eat Shop Play Mersea
4 days ago5 min read
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