Unexpected Essex
There’s a lot more to the county of Essex than meets the eye. Join Eri Berry as she explores the weird and wonderful side of this underrated place.
Unexpected Essex
Latest Episodes
Episode 5 - The Highwayman
On this episode of Unexpected Essex, your host Eri Berry deep dives into the murky world of 18th century highway robbery. Today, we answer the question: just who was Dick Turpin, how was he connected to Essex, and exactly what was the real deal...
Episode 4 - Turning the Tide
In this episode, Eri Berry brings you the stories of three areas of Essex that have been through significant transformations to demonstrate the positive impact of what can happen when we work with nature rather than against her.Join Eri ...
Episode 3 - Villeins Ye Are...
When people think of the Peasants' Revolt, usually, the focus is on the Kentish Rebels. But what about the rebels north of London? Join Eri Berry as she explores how the 1381 Peasants' Revolt kicked off in Essex, the stories of the key players ...
Episode 2 - By Their Fruits Shall Ye Know Them - The Jam Makers of Essex
Join Eri Berry as she explores a sweeter side of Essex in this deep dive into the history of one of the county's most beloved products - Tiptree Jam! Eri has loved Tiptree Jam since she was a child and thoroughly enjoyed researching...
Episode 1 - The Lighthouse Builder
Unexpected Essex host Eri Berry answers the question: how did a man who lived miles from the sea, with no nautical experience, no opportunity to go to university build the world’s first offshore lighthouse? And why isn’t he better known?...