Welcome to Essex — England’s cheeky county, where seaside piers meet commuter towns and the A12 keeps London within striking distance. With around 1.9 million residents who know the shortcut to Lakeside better than any sat‑nav, Essex blends coastal charm with city convenience.

Schools That Actually Impress

Colchester Royal Grammar, Chelmsford County High, and Brentwood School (the independent heavyweight) all carry strong reputations. Translation: your kids will get a solid education, and you’ll have plenty of parents comparing exam results at the school gates.

Economy With a Balance

Essex’s economy is a mix of retail, logistics, and commuting into London, with hubs in Chelmsford, Colchester, and Basildon. Add in the ports at Tilbury and Harwich, plus Stansted Airport, and you’ve got a county that’s practical, connected, and quietly thriving.

Things to Do (Besides Timing the A12 Traffic)

• Southend Pier – the world’s longest pleasure pier, perfect for seaside strolls.

• Colchester Castle – Norman history in Britain’s oldest recorded town.

• Local favourites – Lakeside Shopping Centre for retail therapy, Essex Cricket for matchday buzz, and coastal walks for fresh air and photo ops.

Moving Services That Keep It Simple

At M&G, we can’t fix the A12 bottleneck, but we can make moving day a whole lot easier:

• Full packing services

• Secure, insured storage (ideal if your chain moves slower than traffic at the Dartford Crossing)

• Local, national, European & overseas moves (because sometimes Essex is just a stepping stone to Estonia)

Visit Us (We’ll Put the Kettle On)

Our depot in Acocks Green (B27 6AP) is within easy reach of Essex via the M25/A12. Pop in during opening hours or contact us directly:

• Freephone: 0800 783 2323

• Tel: 0121 705 2323

• Email: hello@mgtr.co.uk

• Website: www.mgtr.co.uk

• WhatsApp: Little blue button bottom right!

We can arrange a quotation or survey in 60 seconds flat. Fast, efficient, and just cheeky enough to make moving day feel less like hard work.