Who Needs Spain? Welcome to the Costa del Sol of Essex
When you think of England, sunshine probably isn't the first thing that comes to mind. But tucked away on the Essex coast is Great Wakering, a village with a surprisingly sunny reputation. As a hosepipe ban comes into force, its status as one of England's driest places has never been more relevant.
Did You Know? Great Wakering Is One of England's Driest Places!
When people think of England, they usually imagine grey skies and endless rain. But Great Wakering has a surprising claim to fame, it's officially one of the driest places in the country! Thanks to its coastal location, the village receives around just 20 inches (500mm) of rainfall each year, significantly less than most parts of the UK.
With the Essex & Suffolk Water hosepipe ban coming into effect today, that statistic suddenly feels much more relevant. While the rest of the country jokes that "it always rains in England", Great Wakering clearly didn't get the message.
If you're dreaming of a sunnier lifestyle without leaving Essex, Great Wakering could be the perfect place to call home. Often affectionately described as the "Costa del Sol of Essex", it's just five miles from Southend-on-Sea, proving you don't have to travel far to enjoy one of England's sunniest and driest spots.
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