Clacton was first used as a first-class venue in 1931 in the match against Lancashire. Its position as an Essex ground was reinforced after the 1933 move away from Leyton. The Clacton week did well for another 30 years, until Essex cricket was given a new base at Chelmsford. After this it was felt that there was no longer a need for as many festival matches.

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