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Number of results: 62

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  1. Address

    Finchingfield, Essex, CM7 4NA

    Telephone

    +44 (0)345 603 7624

    Finchingfield

    A small 18th century Post Mill having one pair of stones and tailpole winding and has been extensively restored. Visitors may climb up to the first two floors.

    Venue

    Mountnessing Postmill, Brentwood

    Alderford Watermill, Halstead

    Stock Windmill, Ingatestone

    Add Finchingfield Post Mill to your Itinerary

  2. Address

    Mill Lane, Stock, Ingatestone, Essex, CM4 9NE

    Telephone

    +44 (0)345 603 7624

    Ingatestone

    A medium-sized brick tower mill, c.1816. It has four patent sails, a fantail and three pairs of millstones.

    Add Stock Windmill to your Itinerary

  3. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 7 reviews7 reviews

    Address

    Crown Hill, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7HQ

    Telephone

    01702 318034

    Rayleigh

    The tiny octagonal cottage based on the design of the 17th century Dutch settlers must be one of the smallest and certainly most unusual 'council houses' in Britain.

    Venue

    The Old House, Rochford

    Add The Dutch Cottage to your Itinerary

  4. Address

    Spital Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6EA

    Telephone

    01621 857373

    Maldon

    Remains of an ancient Leper Hospital said to have been founded in 1164 by Henry II.

    Add St Giles Leper Hospital Remains to your Itinerary

  5. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 282 reviews282 reviews

    Address

    Castle Hedingham, HALSTEAD, Essex, CO9 3DJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1787 460261

    HALSTEAD

    Visit Hedingham Castle for a great family day out and a memorable experience. Bring a picnic and explore the beautiful gardens and lakes then take time to explore the 110ft tall Norman Keep. We also offer tailored educational visits to both schools…

    Add Hedingham Castle to your Itinerary

  6. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 288 reviews288 reviews

    Address

    New Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1TY

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1245 294498

    Chelmsford

    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.

    Venue

    Admirals Park, Chelmsford

    Central Park, Chelmsford

    Add Chelmsford Cathedral to your Itinerary

  7. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 69 reviews69 reviews

    Address

    East End Road, Bradwell-on-Sea, Essex, CM0 7PW

    Telephone

    01621 776846

    Bradwell-on-Sea

    The Chapel of St Peters-on-the-Wall is the oldest church in England, situated on the Essex coast.

    Add The Chapel of St Peter-on-the-Wall to your Itinerary

  8. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

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    Address

    Widdington, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3ZB

    Telephone

    01223 582700

    Saffron Walden

    One of the finest surviving medieval barns in south east England and representative of the aisled barns found in north west Essex.

    Venue

    Tilbury Fort, Tilbury

    Hadleigh Castle, Benfleet

    Add Prior's Hall Barn to your Itinerary

  9. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

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    Address

    Audley End, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4JF

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1799 522842

    Saffron Walden

    Visit Essex's hidden treasure house to explore delightful gardens and acres of parkland and experience the upstairs and downstairs life of one of England’s grandest houses. Discover its staterooms, nursery and fascinating artefacts and meet our…

    Venue

    Prior's Hall Barn, Saffron Walden

    Tilbury Fort, Tilbury

    Mistley Towers, Mistley

    Hadleigh Castle, Benfleet

    Dates

    Add Audley End House and Gardens to your Itinerary

  10. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 32 reviews32 reviews

    Address

    The Walls, Mistley, Essex

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1223 582700

    Mistley

    This is a rare example of Robert Adam's ecclesiastical work. Originally it was a parish church, St. Mary the Virgin, that had been built in the 18th century in the Georgian style. Sadly the two towers are now all that remain.

    Venue

    Tilbury Fort, Tilbury

    Hadleigh Castle, Benfleet

    Add Mistley Towers to your Itinerary

  11. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 3 reviews3 reviews

    Address

    Hangar 5 South Road, London Southend Airport, Southend on sea, Essex, SS2 6YU

    Telephone

    07881 445453

    Southend on sea

    XL426 is the only Vulcan in the world that is based indoors as well as being maintained in 'live' condition.

    Add Vulcan Restoration Trust to your Itinerary

  12. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 12 reviews12 reviews

    Address

    Plume Building, Market Hill, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4PZ

    Telephone

    01621 854850

    Maldon

    Founded in 1704 this historic library still houses Thomas Plume’s books and his small collection of paintings.

    Add Thomas Plume’s Library to your Itinerary

  13. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 100 reviews100 reviews

    Address

    Priory Park, Victoria Avenue, Southend, Essex, SS2 6NB

    Telephone

    01702 342878

    Southend

    A stunning Grade I listed Priory and the oldest continuously occupied building in Southend. Prittlewell Priory has been a monastery, a private house, and a museum.

    Venue

    Beecroft Art Gallery, Southend-on-Sea

    Southend Central Museum & Planetarium, Southend-on-Sea

    Southchurch Hall and Gardens, Southend-on-Sea

    Add Prittlewell Priory to your Itinerary

  14. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 193 reviews193 reviews

    Address

    The Quay, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3HH

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1255 502872

    Harwich

    Information on everything in Harwich and historic exhibition on Harwich and the Mayflower. Free tourist information service and exhibition.

    Add Ha'penny Pier Visitor Centre to your Itinerary

  15. Address

    St John's Green, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EZ

    Telephone

    01206 282920

    Colchester

    15th Century flint flushwork gatehouse to St John's Abbey (demolished)

    Add St John's Abbey Gate to your Itinerary

  16. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 73 reviews73 reviews

    Address

    The Rayleigh Windmill, Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7ED

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1702 318120

    Rayleigh

    The Rayleigh Windmill is a Grade II listed building more than 200 years old and an award-winning tourist and educational attraction

    Dates

    Add The Rayleigh Windmill to your Itinerary

  17. Address

    Abbey Turning, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6LL

    Telephone

    0345 603 7624

    Maldon

    Visit by appointment only

    This historical mill is one of the most attractive and fascinating in East Anglia. Once a major mill site, working up until the early 20th century, Beeleigh Steam Mill includes a rare Wentworth beam engine, elephant…

    Add Beeleigh Steam Mill to your Itinerary

  18. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 62 reviews62 reviews

    Address

    Church Lane, ONGAR, Essex, CM5 9LD

    Telephone

    01277 363268

    ONGAR

    The oldest wooden church in the world, dating from the 11th century. Picturesque building in a quiet location, with Tudor chancel and Crusaders grave. A supposed resting place for St Edmund’s body.

    Add Greensted Church to your Itinerary

  19. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 397 reviews397 reviews

    Address

    Coggeshall Road, Marks Tey, Colchester, Essex, CO6 1HR

    Telephone

    01206 210374

    Marks Tey, Colchester

    Poplar is proud to have been at the heart of the community for over 80 years. Our roots are firmly established in nursery production and growing, with Eric Cowan founding Poplar Nurseries initially producing plants outside and cucumber and melons…

    Add Poplar Nurseries Ltd to your Itinerary

  20. Address

    Kings Head Street, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3EE

    Telephone

    01255 502872

    Harwich

    Christopher Jones was the Captain of the Mayflower and once lived in King’s Head Street in Harwich. His house still exists today and after recent restoration is open to visitors on request.

    Add Christopher Jones House to your Itinerary

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