Whilst the name of Tendring may not be instantly recognisable, the port of Harwich and the resort towns of Clacton, Frinton and Walton-on the Naze will be more familiar and will provide an identity for this attractive part of north-east Essex.

The access to mainland European markets provided by the port at Harwich is largely responsible for the interest inward investors have shown in the District. However the existence of excellent road and rail links with the domestic markets together with the availability of a skilled and developing labour market should not be overlooked.

This excellent pedigree helps INTend, Tendring District Councils Regeneration Company Service attract new businesses to the area. For example, the development at Brook Farm, Clacton on Sea, has already attracted retailers such as Tesco's, a B&Q Superstore, Pizza Hut, Curry's and a KFC, and has created many jobs; as will the Harwich International Port Container Terminal (Bathside Bay) which is an exciting new development that will help to meet the need for additional port capacity. This development is also being supported by the Haven Gateway Partnership (www.haven-gateway.org)

The Brunel Business Centre, on the Gorse Lane Industrial Estate, Clacton on Sea, is an exciting new Industrial and Warehouse development for B1, B2 & B8 usage. Units range from 1,465 sq ft - 10,000 sq ft and are available with flwxible terms.

Proof of other recent successful developments can be seen at the new 55,000sq ft Harwich Gateway Retail Park, which is now completed and fully let with occupiers such as Focus DIY, Argos, CarpetRight, Brantano Footwear, Peacocks and Choices Video.

Again in Harwich, The Stanton Euro-Park already attracted the national Hotel Chain Whitbread plc, who opened their 45 bedroom Premier Travel Inn and the 'Mayflower' Brewers Fayre in 2006 and next door the popular Lidl store can also be found.

Clacton has also seen a significant investment with a number of hotel and leisure developments including a new Travelodge and the redevelopment of the Royal Hotel and Comfort Inn as well as the opening of a number of new restaurants.

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For further information please contact:

Sally Looker, Investment Manager

Tel: 01255 686351 E-mail: slooker@in-tend.org