Whitstable Pearl is a British crime drama television series broadcast and produced by Acorn TV, based on the Whitstable Pearl novels by Julie Wassmer. It stars Kerry Godliman as Pearl Nolan, who, as well as being a private detective, runs a restaurant, the Whitstable Pearl, a seafood restaurant in the coastal town of Whitstable. When a friend dies under suspicious circumstances, Pearl finds herself in conflict with the gruff new cop in town, DCI Mike McGuire.
Royal Gunpowder Mills
Royal Gunpowder Mills is a charitable organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and sharing the rich history and natural heritage of 175 acres of historic buildings, wildlife, and archaeological sites. Situated in Waltham Abbey, Essex, much of the site is designated as a Scheduled Monument and Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). A traditional market town with an abundant history, Waltham Abbey has fascinating connections to the Royals, and is home to a beautiful church and abbey grounds. The town has links to King Harold, the founder of the monastery, Henry II, Henry VII and Richard the Lionheart who granted their market charter. Local attractions include the Lee Valley White Water Centre which was used in the London 2012 Olympic Games, Copped Hall, and Epping Forest District Museum.
Theydon Oak, Epping
A historic 18th century pub set in a conservation area of epping forest, The Theydon oak is the quintessential country pub, with traditional home cooked food, using as much of the local larder as possible, real ale & cider, with an all weather outdoor children’s play area & award winning beer garden and covered pergola. There’s lots to do for the whole family in Epping. Why not enjoy a shopping trip and sample the local cafes and restaurants or explore the street market? Nearby you can visit Epping Forest which offers a wonderful range of activities including walking, cycling, horse riding, football, golf, cricket and boating; with events all year round. Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge is just next door and is a perfect example of a Tudor hunt standing, where Henry VIII’s and royals alike would have held hunts and elaborate feasts in the 16th Century. Here you can learn about the Forest’s part in Tudor history, architecture and culture.
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