Visit Chelmsford, the birthplace of radio

Chelmsford stands out for having a spectacular events programme. Rize Festival is a large music festival which takes place at Hylands Estate in August, and events such as CITYdiversions and the award winning 3foot People Festival offer a truly unique experience with a variety of performances designed to thrill and fascinate.

For a family day out, visit Chelmsford’s outstanding attractions, with history to be explored at Chelmsford Museum or watch a game of cricket at the County Ground. Take in the impressive architecture of buildings such as Chelmsford Cathedral and Shire Hall and admire the beauty of the fully restored Grade II listed Hylands House. Get closer to nature by visiting RHS Hyde Hall, or take a stroll in one of the many parks or surrounding picturesque villages Chelmsford has on offer.

For shopping lovers Chelmsford has not one but three shopping centres  (the Meadows, High Chelmer and Bond Street), offering all the high street names including John Lewis, as well as exciting independent retailers and boutique stores. When it’s time to rest those feet there is no shortage of restaurants, cafes, bars and pubs for you to grab a drink or a bite to eat.

Chelmsford stands out for having a spectacular events programme. V Festival is one of the UK’s biggest summer music festivals, whilst events such as CITYdiversions and the award winning 3foot People Festival offer a truly unique experience with performances designed to thrill and fascinate.

Take in the impressive architecture of Chelmsford Cathedral and Shire Hall and admire the beauty of Hylands House.

For shopping lovers, it’s the perfect place for some retail therapy and when it’s time to rest those feet there is no shortage of restaurants, cafes and bars.Being Essex’s only City a visit to Chelmsford will certainly leave you spoilt for choice and entertained for hours. With a variety of places to explore, sites to see, and unique events there really is something for everyone!