Mersea Island lies between the estuaries of the Blackwater and Colne rivers, about nine miles south of Colchester. The present Mersea Island Vineyard was established in 1985. Today there are about ten acres, five grape varieties, producing some twenty thousand bottles each year. Legend has it that…

Riverside Bar and Restaurant on the Island of Mersea, The Coast Inn welcomes you with it’s friendly atmosphere and stylish blend of traditional wooden floors, modern leather sofas and a cosy real log fire. Whilst exploring the ‘olde’ part of Mersea Island, you will discover The Coast Inn sitt…

Maria’s Vintage Tea Room at Mersea Island Vineyard,offers everything from tea, coffee and cake to a full lunch, with regular favourites and daily specials on the menu. Also available is the full range of wines from the Vineyard and beers from Mersea Island Brewery. Open 7 days a week. 10.00am…

If you enjoy really great food served in a relaxed atmosphere with fabulous coffee amongst some of the best original art on offer locally then we think the Artcafé is just the place for you. ~ The Artcafé currently has two locations, one nestled just a ‘scones’ throw from the beach o…