Attractions within 8 miles of Chelmsford.

Church Street, Great Baddow, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 7JW

One of the leading antiques centres in Essex. 20 dealers offer a wide selection of quality antiques and collectables. 300 Victorian brass and iron bedsteads on show. Restoration services available.

Paper Mill Lock, North Hill, Little Baddow, Essex, CM3 4BS

Public trips and charters aboard traditional 48-seat barge "Victoria" with bar and catering options. Cruiser and dinghy hire, lock-side tea-room, island picnic area, walks and fishing. Coaches welcome by appointment.

Oaklands Park, Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 9AQ

Local and social history from prehistory to present day; fine and decorative arts (ceramics, glass); coins; natural history (geology, animals, live beehive). Exhibitions and events. Set in park with children's play area.

Off Riffhams Chase, Little Baddow, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2

Owned by the National Trust, Danbury Commons and Blakes wood encompass a large expanse of heathland, gorse and coppice, in addition to woodland.

Woodhill Road, Danbury, Essex, CM3 4AN

Danbury Country Park offers quiet recreation amongst the walled gardens, lakes and woodland of Danbury Palace.

Hawkswood Road, Downham, Billericay, Essex, CM11 1WT

A warm welcome will always greet you at Hanningfield reservoir visitor centre.The visitor centre is set in mature woodland and offers superb views over the 870 acre Hanningfield Reservoir.

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

Rescued from ruin & steeped in history, Hylands House is a fascinating & beautifully restored country house, dating from 1730. Hylands House is now open to the public every Sunday throughout the year, & on Mondays during the summer months.

Hall Lane, Ingatestone, Essex, CM4 9NR

Tudor manor house and grounds containing furniture, pictures and memorabilia accumulated by the resident family over the centuries.

Steam Pumping Station, Hatfield Road, Langford, Essex, CM9 6QA

A former steam pumping station, with power related exhibits, tea room, picnic area and miniature railway. Set in attractive riverside grounds.

Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8ET

A garden of inspiration beauty with an eclectic range of horticultural styles from traditional to modern providing year round interest.

Mill Lane, Stock, Essex, CM4 9RY

A 19thC towermill, recently restored to working order and typical of the latest in millwright's techniques just before windmills became obsolete.

Wickford Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Essex, CM3 5QZ

Tropical Wings Zoo is home to exotic animals, birds of prey and free flying butterflies in our Tropical House making it a great day out for everyone!

Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1JG

The city of Chelmsford's biggest theatre the Civic and smaller studio the Cramphorn, hold host to some of the regions's top drama, music, comedy, dance and children's entertainment.

In or near : Chelmsford, Essex

Admirals Park

In or near : Maldon, Essex

Three Acres of spacious and peaceful gardens in a historic rural setting, beautifully revived and extended in recent years.

In or near : Brentwood, Essex

The new (1991) Roman Catholic classical cathedral church of St Mary and St Helen incorporates part of the original Victorian church. Designed by distinguished Classical architect Quinlan Terry with roundels by Raphael Maklouf.

In or near : Chelmsford, Essex

This 15th century building, with perpendicular architecture, is light, spacious and colourful. Of special interest are "The Tree of Life" painting, a woven altar frontal and other contemporary works of art.

In or near : Chelmsford, Essex

The Essex Police Museum covers the history of policing in Essex from its Victorian origins to modern day, with displays, a handling collection and children's activities.

In or near : Chelmsford, Essex

In or near : Chelmsford, Essex

Little Baddow History Centre

In or near : Chelmsford, Essex

Early 18th century water mill housing a variety of crafts and small businesses including a tea and coffee shop. Conference room facilities are also available. See our website.

In or near : Billericay, Essex

Traditionally coppiced ancient woodland steeped in history. Easy access trail. Information/education centre. Guided tours and craft displays. Site of Special Scientific Interest and Scheduled Ancient Monument. Owned by Basildon Council.

In or near : Chelmsford, Essex

Oaklands Park opened in 1930 and provides approximately 5 hectares of established parkland and gardens within the historical quarter of Chelmsford, the county town of Essex.

In or near : Chelmsford, Essex

Canal cruises along the unspoilt Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation aboard Victoria. Fully catered with licensed bar.

In or near : Ingatestone, Essex

Remus Horse Sanctuary

In or near : Chelmsford, Essex

Science and Industrial heritage: centre for hands-on primary science education for schools (pre-booked); public open days. Thirty-acre riverside site, rich in wildlife.