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Group Visits at Hylands House and EstateGroup Visits at Hylands House and Estate

Hylands House and Estate  Hylands House and Estate

Rescued from ruin and steeped in history, Hylands House on the outskirts of Chelmsford in Essex is the most beautiful example of a Grade II listed building. It is set in 574 acres of undulating landscaped parkland with the formal Pleasure Gardens, One World Gardens and Stables Visitor Centre acting as a magnificent outdoor centre for the estate. A range of guided tours of the estate, its gardens and house are available for groups.

OPENING TIMES: April to September, Sunday and Monday 1000-1700. October to March, Sunday 1000-1600. Guided tours can be accomodated from Monday to Friday throughout the year.
SUGGESTED LENGTH OF VISIT: 3 hours.

GROUP TRAVEL FACILITIES:
Coach parking on site, coach drop off/pick up point, guided group tours, evening visits by arrangement, toilets, shop, picnic area, cafe/restaurant, wheelchair access, corporate hospitality.

View key to symbolskeyAccepts groups Baby changing facilities Coach parties accepted Disabled access Disabled toilets Facilities for conferencing Facilities for corporate hospitality Facilities for educational visits Facilities for groups Gift shop On-site catering On-site light refreshments Picnic site Public toilets Regional Tourist Board Member Welcome Host Wheelchairs available Credit cards accepted (no fee) Education/study area English Heritage Property National Trust Property

Prices


GROUP RATES:
Rates vary according to days and the type of tour required. Please contact for details.

Hylands House and Estate
Hylands House and Estate
 
 

Contact

Alison Day
Tel: 01245 605500
View the Group Visits websitewww.chelmsford.gov.uk/hylands
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Venue

Hylands House and Estate

Hylands Park, London Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 8WQ

View the Hylands House and Estate websitewww.chelmsford.gov.uk/hylands

See location of Hylands House and Estate on Google maps.See location on Google maps.    

Map reference: TL 684042  Lat: 51.71128  Long: 0.43626


By Road:
From London: Take A12 towards Colchester. At 1st Chelmsford sign, take slip road to A414 towards Chelmsford. (A414 is an old dual carriageway). White on brown tourist signs indicates entrance to park/house.

Parking : free

Nearest station : 10 miles (16.1 kms) from Chelmsford station

Visitor Centre. Refreshments/Cafe/Tearoom: Daily. Guided Tours: By arrangement. Education/School Visits: By arrangement. Suitability for Dogs: In grounds. Guide dogs only in house.

VistEngland VAQASGreen Flag AwardSelf-assessed Accessibility Information

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • Designated parking for guests with disabilities
  • Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
  • The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
  • is gravel
  • Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
  • The route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Has a ramp

Entrance

  • Ramp to entrance
  • Entrance is well lit

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • From the entrance to reception / ticket area
  • To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
  • To the gift shop
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Lift equipped with verbal floor announcements
  • Lift equipped with raised floor numbers or braille numbers or letters
  • Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
  • Visitor information available in audio format
  • Hearing loop installed in public areas

Food

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
  • High chairs for children
  • Children's menu

General

  • Hearing loop system
  • Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
  • Clear signage
  • Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
  • Wheelchairs provided
  • Free
  • Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
  • Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
  • Audible alarm system
 
 
 
Essex County Council
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