From the Game- Monopoly, the great property trading board game finds its home in the ancient Saxon County of Essex. You can now play the classic game with the landmarks, institutions and sights which geve the County its distinctive character and appeal. Essex has been influenced by many different cultures and historical events. The Normans left their mark with castles and the Romans made Colchester their capital. Start your journey off in Basildon and Chelmsford before moving on to Audley End and Colchester castle. With its long coast, Essex boasts a real maritime flavour. The woodlands of Epping and Hatfield Forests also add interest to a beautiful landscape characterised by thatched cottages, timber framed farmhouses, Country Houses and the unmistakable outline of windmills.