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THE SAXONS & ANGLES HAVE LANDED
MIDDLE SAXON ESSEX HISTORY
(All Our Sites are based on England's Anglo-Saxon
Heritage)
According to sources such as the History of Bede, after the
invasion of Britannia, the Angles split up and founded the
kingdoms of the Nord Angelnen (Northumbria), Ost Angelnen
(East Anglia), and the Mittlere Angelnen (Mercia).
Confirmation is afforded by English and Danish traditions
relating to two kings named Wermund and Offa of Angel, from
whom the Mercian royal family claimed descent and whose
exploits are connected with Angeln, Schleswig, and
Rendsburg. Danish tradition has preserved record of two
governors of Schleswig, father and son, in their service,
Frowinus (Freawine) and Wigo (Wig), from whom the royal
family of Wessex claimed descent. During the 5th century,
the Anglii invaded Great Britain, after which time their
name does not recur on the continent except in the title of
Suevi Angili.
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The Kingdom of Essex: Principal Towns and Boundaries The kingdom of Essex was established as an independent Saxon Kingdom in 527. The principal towns in the kingdom were:
The Kingdom covered the counties of Essex, Hertfordshire and Middlesex. The kingdom was bounded by:
The original population was made up of Germanic Jutes and Celtic Britons in equal proportions. The first king of Essex was Aescwine 527 - 587. Essex remained a kingdom until 812, when it became subordinate to Wessex. The Saxon peoples that were part of the Kingdom of Essex were:
The Kingdom of Essex: A History The establishment of the kingdom was by Aescwine in 527; the capital was London and the Royal palace was near what is now called Cripplegate.
King Saebert established the kingdom's first monastery in 606
in the area of St Paul's, the church (site) surviving the
monastery. He was killed in a battle against the forces of
King Cynegils of Wessex in 617, and is reported to have been
buried in Westminster Abbey Church
which was also founded by King Saebert. This may not be the end of the story. In 2003 a Royal Saxon burial was discovered near Southend. It was in the village of Prittlewell, 39 miles south-east of London. Near the Saxon church of Saint Mary's there was a burial in a four-metre square, timber-lined chamber, originally covered with a barrow mound. Buried in a pagan style, the fact that the man was a Christian was shown by the two gold crosses on the body. It is speculated the grave could be that of King Saebert. The first documentary evidence of the Kingdom of Essex is in the Venerable Bede's work the Ecclesiastical History of the English People written in 672. In this he noted the establishment of the Bishopric of London in 602, and the first Post-Augustinian Bishop Mellitus. |
In 870, King Alfred of Wessex entered into a treaty with the Danish King Guthrum. As part of the settlement of this (the Treaty of Wedmore), much of the territory that was the Kingdom of the Essex was given to the Danes as part of the Danelaw.
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Brythnoth of Essex, Man of Valor
An Example Of Bravery Against The Vikings
� Anastacia Prisbrey Mar 27, 2008
Fight or Flight, every man faces it in his lifetime. In that choice we define the rest of our lives. For Brythnoth that moment was 993 AD, against the Vikings. The Long Serpent made it's appearance over the horizon despite the prayers of the British, on the Essex Coast, �Save us, O Lord, from the fury of the Northmen!� A prospering country, divided into tiny kingdoms that were undermanned and under defended, stood a ready prey for the Vikings of the 10th Century. Already a victim of raiding Northmen, the forays into Britain's coast had increased both in number and intensity. The people fearing not only for their lives and their country, had sacrificed enough gold, food, and men to last a lifetime. It was time to stand against the Sea Dragons, or War Wolves. It was the year 993 AD, and this resounding defeat at the Battle of Maldon, resonates down to our day for it's meaning of what men everywhere consider to be their greatest possession, their freedom to live in peace and follow the dictates of their conscience. It began that morning with the arrival of just under a hundred Viking ships. The day erupted with decorous threats from the Vikings. �Swift striking seamen...bid me say...send them rings and bracelets...rather than engage us in cruel combat...we offer a truce in exchange for gold! ...Render to the Vikings what they think is right...and we will... hold you as friends.� Friends indeed! Brythnoth, the Earl of Essex, was ready to defend his land to the last man. Being of Viking descent himself, he called back to those �Sea Wolves� with these words. �Hear Sea Wanderer what this nation says. These men will give you spears as tribute...it would be a pity if you were to take our riches without a fight...first point and edge will sort things out between us!� In October 2006, a new statue of Brithnoth was erected in Maldon on a site at the end of the Promenade looking down the river estuary towards the nearby battle site. The statue is very impressive being nine feet high and cast in bronze. Not only is it an attraction for visitors enjoying the Promenade on foot, but also makes a notable landmark for those in boats navigating the River Blackwater into Maldon. |
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Braintree
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Town Hall, Market Place, Braintree, Essex, CM7 3YG Tel: +44 1376 550066 Fax:+44 1376 344345 Email: tic@braintree.gov.uk Open throughout the year: Monday � Friday 9.30am � 5pm Saturday 10am � 4pm |
http://www.enjoybraintreedistrict.co.uk/ Around-the-District.aspx |
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Chelmsford
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County Hall, Market Rd, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1GG Tel: +44 (01255) 686633 Fax: +44 (01255) 686412 E-mail: emorgan@tendringdc.gov.uk |
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Clacton
Tourist Information Centre |
Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 1SE
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Colchester
Visitor Information Centre |
1 Queen St, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2PG Tel: +44 1206 282920 Fax: +44 1206 282924 Email: vic@colchester.gov.uk |
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Harwich
Tourist information Centre |
Iconfield Park, Harwich, Essex, CO12 4EN
Tel: +44 1255 506139 Fax: +44 1255 240570 |
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Saffron Walden
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1 Market Place, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 1HR Tel: +44 1799 510444 |
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Southend
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19 High Street, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1JE Tel: +44 1702 215120 Fax: +44 1702 431449 |
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2-4 Highbridge Street, Waltham Abbey, Essex Tel: 01992 652295 Email: tic@walthamabbey-tc.gov.uk Open all the time April to October: Monday to Sunday, 1000-1600. November to March: Monday to Saturday, 1000-1600; closed on Sunday. |
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Town Hall, 61 Newland Street, Witham, Essex Tel: 01376 502674 Email: ticwitham@braintree.gov.uk Open all the time Monday to Thursday, 0900-1230 and 1300-1630. Friday 0900-1230 and 1300-1600. Closed Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays. |
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new town after World War II in 1948 to accommodate the London
population overspill, created from the conglomeration of four
small villages, namely Pitsea, Laindon, Basildon and Vange.
Basildon celebrated its 60th birthday in 2009. For the 60th
birthday celebrations, planning was approved for a �35 million
pound casino and hotel complex. That is why now driving in to
Basildon there are signs up welcoming you to BASVEGAS. Put up
by the construction company to subdue community fears about
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Festival Leisure Park Basildon Essex
Plenty of parking and good access ensures Festival Leisure
will provide a perfect skating home for this winter. With
plenty of restaurants to choose from the leisure park
provides a fantastic family day out for all.
This year the ice rink and its facilities are covered by a fantastic marquee allowing skating whatever the weather. On good days the sides can be taken down.
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Festival Leisure Park Festival Way Basildon Essex SS14 3BW BASILDON ICE RINK CLICK |
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Essex Horse & Pony Protection Society
The Essex Horse and Pony Protection Society has been
fighting equine cruelty across the County for the past
twenty years. Our policy is to rescue, rehabilitate and,
where possible, rehome horses and ponies under our Fostering
Scheme. Every horse re-homed in this way creates
a space for another needy case to be admitted into our
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Pitsea Hall Lane, Pitsea, Essex, SS16 4UH Email: administrator@ehpps.org.uk ESSEX HORSE & PONY CLICK |
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Glide3 Hovercraft Experience
Get your adrenaline rush here�Fly your own luxury hovercraft!
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Basildon Essex HOVERCRAFT CLICK |
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Langdon Hills Nature Trail
Langdon Visitor Centre
Langdon visitor centre is found on Lower Dunton Road, 2 miles
south of A127, west of Basildon Town Centre. Bus services
operate from Basildon town centre to Laindon BR station (on
the Fenchurch Street to Southend line) less than 1/2 mile from
the reserve and to Langdon Hills. Langdon visitor centre is
set in a stunning nature reserve of 461 acres which comprises
of woodland, meadows, lakes and former plotland gardens.
There are beautiful wildlife gardens at the back of the
visitor centre and a museum of Plotland Life. The nature
reserve offers some stunning wildlife and a history of
the plotland way of life. The Langdon visitor centre has a
display room, gift and bookshop, and refreshments. A full
schools programme is available. Toilet facilities, including
disabled. Nearby is The Haven Plotland Museum, a 1930's
bungalow, ideal for a trip down memory lane. The Langdon
nature reserve is the largest inland reserve managed by Essex
Wildife Trust. The nature reserve occupies some of the
highest land in the county, has some commanding views and
offers miles of excellent walks, where an abundance of
wildlife can be enjoyed. In the summer there is the
opportunity to enjoy Turtle Doves, Nightingales and Woodcock,
while in the winter thrushes and finches can be enjoyed.
There are thirty butterfly species at Langdon including White
Admiral, Green Hairstreak, Marbled White and Grizzled Skipper,
making this a spectacular reserve for butterflies in
Essex. Langdon also offers seven species of wild orchids
in bloom in Many and June. Over 350 wild flowering
plants have been recorded. Badgers, Foxes and
Weasels all thrive in the meadows. The nature reserve
offers walks through many different areas and habitats and can
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Langdon Visitor Centre 3rd Avenue, Lower Dunton Road, Basildon, Essex SS16 6EB Grid ref: TQ 659 875 Opening: Daily, except Mondays, 9am-5pm Map ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST CLICK |
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Motorboat Museum
This museum has been the world�s greatest authority on
sports and leisure motorboats since it was opened in 1986.
Most people do not know, but the majority of the greatest
innovations in motor boating that took place in the 20th
Century, took place in this country. This museum carries a
large and detailed collection of boats and related materials
that tell this story.
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Wat Tyler Country Park, Pitsea Hall Lane, Basildon, Essex SS16
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One Tree Hill
The Country Park at One Tree Hill has a rich abundance of
trees, grassland meadows, scrubland, wood carvings,
information room and much more in an area in combination with
Westley Heights of around 400 acres. Though not as high as
Westley Heights the views across Corringham, Fobbing and the
River Thames are no less impressive. Managed by
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Thurrock Council. Langdon Hills Country Park One Tree Hill Corringham SS17 9NH LANGDON HILLS CLICK |
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Warren Lodge Rabbit Rescue
Warren Lodge is a sanctuary for rabbits, horses, sheep,
goats, pigs and dogs. As well as offering support and advice
about caring for your pets, they host fund raising events
throughout the year to help finance looking after abandoned
and abused animals, including an Easter bunny day, family fun
day and a Xmas bazaar. They have a weekly market stall and
twice weekly boot sale to raise funds for their cause.
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Osborne Road, off Pound Lane, Bowers Gifford, Essex SS13 2LG Map E-mail Warren Lodge Rabbit Rescue Warren Lodge Rabbit Rescue Web site |
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Wat Tyler Country Park
Located within sight and sound of the coast, Wat Tyler
Country Park is a happy combination of family attractions
and wide open spaces. Youngsters will enjoy the
state-of-the art adventure play area, together with Go
Bonkers with its range of giant inflatables to climb and
bounce on (separate charge applicable). There's also the
new-look miniature railway and the nationally important
collection in the Motor Boat Museum, as well as a model
boating lake beside the museum for radio control
enthusiasts.Wat Tyler Country Park sits within the South
Essex Marshes which are steeped in history from the
earliest periods � a landscape created over many centuries
through the interaction of human communities and the
natural environment.
The Park shares the historical significance of the surrounding marsh area but it has a significant history in its own right.The features of its landscape such as grazing meadows, ancient hedgerows, blast mounds, tidal waterways, sea walls and field boundaries are evidence of the way people used the area. There are also structures such as pill boxes, roadways, MoD buildings that all provide an insight into the history of the Park. |
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Westley Heights
Enjoy a visit to the Langdon Hills Country Park. With
panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, seen from the
second highest point in the county of Essex, this is a very
popular destination for lovers of the countryside. Managed by
Thurrock Council.
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Westley Heights Country Park Langdon Hills, Essex, SS16 6HP LANGDON HILLS CLICK |
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Billericay
Some of the earliest records of human occupation of
Billericay are the burial mounds in Norsey Wood:
evidence of occupation in the Bronze and Iron Ages.
Evidence of Roman occupation has been found at a
number of locations in the town and there may have
been a small cavalry fort at Blunts Wall.
The Saxons did not settle in the centre of Billericay. They established themselves two miles south, at Great Burstead. In the late 10th century it was known as 'Burhstede'. Billericay was not mentioned in the Domesday Book, as it lay within Great Burstead. At this time the parish church for Billericay was at Great Burstead. In 1291 the name 'Byllyrica' is first recorded.In the 13th and 14th centuries some pilgrims to Canterbury journeyed via Billericay. Some of them may have spent the night in Billericay before crossing the River Thames at Tilbury. This may account for the large number of inns in the town. Billericay's most notable historical episode was on the 28th June 1381, when King Richard II's soldiers defeated Essex rebels at Norsey Wood. About 500 rebels were killed in the battle, which ended the Peasants' Revolt. The Wycliffe preachers influenced the town. Four local people (Thomas Watts, Joan Hornes, Elizabeth Thackwell, and Margaret Ellis) were burnt at the stake. Two other residents (Joan Potter and James Harris) were tortured for their faith during the reign of Queen Mary.Among the 102 passengers who boarded The Mayflower at Plymouth on 6 September 1620 was Christopher Martin, the ship's provisioner. Previously serving as churchwarden at Great Burstead's St Mary Magdalene's Church, he and Marie Prower married there in 1607. He is believed to have owned the Chantry House at 61 High Street, Billericay, where the emigrants prayed on the evening before the start of their epic journey on the Mayflower. Billerica in Massachusetts was established in 1655 and is now twinned with Billericay, Essex. |
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Barleylands Barleylands Craft Village and Farm Centre. Annual Essex County Show steam rally and regular Sunday bootfair.
THE CRAFT VILLAGE houses probably the largest
collection of working crafts in East Anglia. Visit 60
impressive, individual, specialist workshops and watch the
various artisans at work producing their original and unusual
gifts before your very eyes. Whatever the celebration, you
will be sure to find that special gift. You can also arrange
an individually commissioned item in many of the workshops.
Come along, and our craftsmen and women will be only too happy
to help.
Free Entry except on the weekend of the Essex Country Show
in September where you will have to pay an entrance fee.
RELAX in the beautifully landscaped and paved courtyards,
order a tea and cake from the
Hive Restaurant, light lunches and
refreshments are also available all day.
VISIT our impressive purpose built
Glassworks with viewing gallery, where you
can watch the glass blowers at work. Glassblowers James Watts and Bill Rhodes have been hand
blowing fine glassware here at Barleylands since 1996. They
produce the glass trophy for The Artois Tennis Championships
at Queens and were commissioned to replace the Vicorian street
lights outside Buckingham Palace. Their award winning service
of making cremated ashes into glass has now given them
National Recognition.They regularly open their workshop for visitors to come along
and have a go at the fascinating art. Barleylands Farm Centre is accessed from our
large, free car park. Children of all ages can meet and feed
our friendly farm animals, ride the mini tractors around the
farm and let off steam in the adventure play area. Come
along and visit Sam the ferret, cuddle a rabbit in the bunny
barn and see if the ducks and geese are visiting our pond. The Mniature Train runs seven days a week seasonally. Shady picnic areas can be
found in our Spinney Walk or enjoy your picnic in the sunshine
at the Adventure Playground, beside Reception, near the
Wishing Well or in the
Craft Village.
Since Darren Bennet established
The Magic Mushroom
in 1996, he has earned a reputation as one of the leading
chefs in the area He offers a contemporary menu with a
traditional influence, with ingredients, sourced locally and
organic where possible. In short, first class food, freshly
cooked and served in a relaxed atmosphere!
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The following are open all year round. Before embarking on your journey, please contact the individual businesses regarding their specific opening days and times. Craft Village, closed Mondays (Rental Enquiries 01268 290226)Farm Centre (01268 290229) The Hive Restaurant (01268 525727) Farm Shop (01268 288886) Farmers Market (01268 290218) Magic Mushroom Restaurant (01268 289963) BARLEYLANDS CLICK |
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Cater Museum
The Cater Museum houses many artifacts of Billericay and
contains a lot of local information.
The 18th to 19th century red brick building is tiled and has dormer windows, one of which depicts the war time practice of applying tape to reduce flying glass. The centre window of the first floor is bricked up - this is a reminder of the window tax. Within the three floor building you will find a mid Victorian parlour, bedroom and kitchen, as well as a World War II exhibition. |
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Hanningfield Reservoir Visitor Centre
The nature reserve covers 100 acres on the shore of
Hanningfield Reservoir, with the visitor centre giving
uninterrupted views of the southern end. Due to it�s
wildfowl population, the reservoir is a Site of Special
Scientific Interest. Visitor centre facilities include an
education room, refreshments and toilets. It also stocks a
wide range of gifts, binoculars, telescopes and natural
history books. There is full disabled access to the centre
and bird hide. We offer a range of activities for children
and adults.
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Hawkswood Road, Downham, Billericay, Essex CM11 1NT Map E-mail Hanningfield Reservoir Centre Hanningfield Reservoir Centre Web site |
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Braintree
The origin of the name Braintree is obscure. It is
believed by some scholars that the name of the River
Brain came later, and so was named after the town,
rather than the other way round. One theory is that
Braintree was originally Branoc's tree, Branoc
apparently being an old personal name. Another theory
is that the name is derived from that of Rayne, which
was actually a more important settlement in Norman
times. Braintree was called Branchetreu in the
Domesday Book. Other scholars say the "Brain" element
in the word is accepted to be derived from "Brid/
Brigantia/ Bride/ Bigit/ Britain". This is the ancient
Celtic, and possibly pre-Celtic, name for the Goddess
of the land of Britain. She is the reason the Romans
called these islands "Britannia". She was worshipped
all across the North of Britain in Roman times. The
River Braint in Anglesey is another one of these
names. "Tree" comes from the Saxon suffix, more
usually spelt "try", denoting a big village. In
many early American Colonial documents, it is referred
to as Branktry. The perhaps most convincing theory,
the 'Theory of the Walnuts' suggests that the town, or
the river, got its name 'brain' from the abundance of
walnut trees growing in the area.
Braintree dates back over 4,000 years when it was just a small village. When the Romans invaded, they built two roads; a settlement developed at the junction of these two roads but was later abandoned when the Romans left Britain. The town was recorded in the Domesday Book of 1085 when it was called Branchetreu and consisted of 30 acres in the possession of Richard, son of Count Gilbert. Pilgrims used the town as a stop-over, the size of the town increased and the Bishop of London obtained a market charter for the town in 1190.[ The town prospered from the 1600s when Flemish immigrants made the town famous for its wool cloth trade. In 1665, the Great Plague killed 865 of the population of just 2,300 people. The wool trade died out in the early 1800s and Braintree became a centre for silk manufacturing when George Courtauld opened a silk mill in the town. By the mid 1800s, Braintree was a thriving agricultural and textile town, and benefitted from a railway connection to London. The wealthy Courtauld family had a strong influence on the town, supporting plans for many of the town's public buildings such as the Town Hall and public gardens established in 1888. In 1632, a group of religious dissenters known as the Braintree Company sailed on "The Lyon". They settled initially at Mount Wollaston, later renamed Braintree in memory of their home-town. John Bridges, a Braintree resident, founded the school that developed into Harvard University. The ancestor of John Adams, second president, sailed on "The Lyon". John Adam's son John Quincy Adams became sixth president. Further information on "The Lyon" detailing passengers is at Braintree District Museum. |
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Braintree
Town Hall, Market Place, Braintree, Essex, CM7 3YG
Tourist Information Centre
Email:
tic@braintree.gov.uk
Open throughout the year: Braintree Town Football Club Notley High School Braintree District Council Transport Strategy for North Essex The daysoff Guide to Braintree Links to pages on its history, geography, and other subjects Freeport Braintree website Website of the Friends of Bocking Blackwater group 2nd Braintree & Bocking Scout Group Tabor Science College website Thisisessex Website containing the latest Essex news Braintree College's official website Witham, Braintree and Halstead Care Trust Braintree and Bocking Carnival Braintree Bowmen Archery Club Braintree Rivers Rotary Club Lions Club of Braintree Braintree Town Netball Club Blackwater Valley Action Group Braintree Theatre School Website |
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Bardfield Cage
The Cage is a nineteenth century lock up that held
drunks and other minor criminals until they were brought
before a magistrate. The date 1815 is on the door. Unusually
this lock up has two cells, possibly one for men and one for
women.
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Bardfield Vineyard
Near Fichingfield, in Great Bardfield, groups can visit the
Bardfield Vineyard. Once in the ownership of Anne of Cleves,
the present vineyard was planted in 1990 and groups have the
opportunity of having a guided tour of the vineyard and walled
garden, which ends in a complimentary tasting. Group catering
can also be arranged at the Vineyard.
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Great Lodge Great Bardfield Braintree Essex CM7 4QD map |
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Bardfield �Gibraltar� Tower
This fine tower mill is probably the oldest (c 1660) in
Essex. The tower itself has a very steep steps and is
unusual in that although having an octagonal base with
chamfered corners, it becomes sixteen-sided half way up and
is round at the top.
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The Blue Egg � Great Bardfield
An organic farm shop with a difference, enjoy meeting
the animals and walking around the fields on
the marked farm trails, childrens play area, coffee
shop with license to sell locally produced beers and events
held throughout the year. Watch out for the chickens
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Bocking Windmill
Situated two miles from the town of Braintree, this former
working postmill was built around 1721 and was moved in the
1830s as buildings were constructed near by and shielded it
from the wind. It was restored in 1994 and there is a
society known as �the friends of Bocking windmill� that work
with the council to promote the windmill and ensure its
preservation. It is one of the only grade 1 listed Windmills
in Essex and is complete both internally and externally. It
still has a lot of original equipment and homes a small
collection of historical agricultural items. It is open to
the public during the summer months.
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Braintree District Museum
Visitors to this museum will be treated to an excellent
collection that brings together a great deal of artefacts,
documents and antiques from Braintree�s history. Some of the
highlights in the collection include a Stone Age hand axe
that was discovered as part of the extensive archaeological
digs that have been made in the region, as well as many
pieces that formed part of the Roman town.
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Market Place, Braintree, Essex CM7 3YG Map |
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Braintree Fountain
Probably Braintree�s most noted landmark, and certainly one
of the most photographed, is a bronze fountain of a young
boy holding a shell with sea lions around the base. George
Bartram purchased the plot of land where this fountain now
stands in the 1930s, as he was concerned that the view of
the church (which now stands behind it) was obscured by
derelict buildings. In 1937 Sir W.J. Coultauld commissioned
the famous sculptor John Hodge to create the fountain and
its surrounding square in memory of King George V.
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Braintree Freeport
This large designer outlet offers discounts on designer
brand names including Versace, Burberry, FCUK, Proibito,
Amanda Wakeley, Karen Millen, Lacoste, Jaeger, Nike, Bose
and Le Creuset to name but a few. It is situated just
outside Braintree town centre, with a free bus available,
which runs daily from the bus station. It has ample parking
and its own train station (Braintree Freeport). There are
also many other facilities close to it including cineworld,
a number ten bowling centre, a Dansk outlet and several
restaurants.
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Charter Way, Chapel Hill, Braintree, Essex CM77 8YH Map Braintree Freeport Web site |
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Braintree Skatepark
Launched in 2003, and based just outside Braintree town
centre, Braintree skatepark is suitable for both Skate
boarders and BMX bikers alike and can be used free of
charge. It houses the following facilities: a driveway with
rail and a jumpbox side by side, two quarter pipes with a
flatbank in the middle, a double rail and grind box, and a
spine run. It is based in Weavers Park which has plenty of
seating. Weavers Park itself often houses various events
including concerts, the Braintree youth festival and book
auctions.
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Weavers Park, off Coggeshall Road, Braintree, Essex CM7 Map |
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Braintree Town Hall
Sir W.J.Coultauld presented this Grade 2 listed, neo-
Georgian building with unique wood paneling and beautiful
murals hanging throughout, to the town of Braintree in 1928.
It was at the heart of local administration for around 40
years and is situated in �market square�, which dates back
around 1120. As well as housing tourist information for the
village, it functions as an art gallery, showing exhibitions
of work from regional and local artists.
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Market Square, Braintree, Essex CM7 3YG Map |
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Braintree and Bocking Public Gardens
Sidney Courtauld donated the Braintree and Bocking Public
Gardens to the people of Braintree in 1888. The gardens,
which once belonged to his house, have many features
including a war memorial, a bandstand, two tennis courts, a
large wildlife area (which is home to many birds and
squirrels) a large pond and a play area for the under 12�s.
Perfect for a relaxing afternoon out with features that will
suit the whole family.
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43 Bocking End, Braintree, Essex CM7 9AE Map |
Phone: +44 (0)1376 328714 | ||||
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Cottage Museum
Recently renovated and refurbished 16th century charity
almshouse housing village museum collection of farming and
domestic artefacts. Rural crafts of straw plaiting and corn
dolly making are explained and a display features the
celebrated Great Bardfield artists of the 20th Century. Also
newly designed 16th century bower garden.
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Dunmow Road Great Bardfield Braintree Essex CM7 4SB map Open 1400 to 1700 Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays from Easter - End September, other times by appointment. COTTAGE MUSEUM CLICK |
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Cressing Temple Barns
This site dating from the 12th century consists of a number
of buildings including two of the oldest timber-framed barns
in Europe and has it's own free car park. This rear view of
the Cart Lodge, just one of the buildings, is the first you'll
see when you pass through the Visitor Centre entrance. It was
built in the latter half of the 18th century. The
Wheelwright's Shop, the Old Forge and the Stables can be
accessed near here.
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Witham Road Cressing Braintree Essex CM77 8PD map |
Tel: +44 (0) 1376 584903 Fax: +44 (0) 1376 584864 |
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Crazy Kids
Based near Braintree Freeport, this is one of the biggest
play areas in Essex and boasts a climbing wall, lazer quest,
surf board simulator as well as two large play areas (one
for under 4s, the other for age 12 and under) these include
multi-floored frames with slides, swings, punch-bags,
chutes, ball pits, console video games and a merry-go round.
It�s air-conditioned and has a safe, controlled environment,
which is well monitored and has a large video screen so
parents can watch their children at play from the comfort of
the seating/ dining area. The venue also offers themed
children�s private parties that are catered to suit pacific
ages groups, with activities, goodie bags and party food
supplied (you can choose between several menus). Age and
height restrictions apply.
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Units 18 � 12, Century Drive, off charter way, Braintree, Essex
CM7 8YH Map Crazy Kids Web site |
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Dorewards Hall
Dorewards Hall has a few animals to visit, including lambs,
geese and horses. They have event days throughout the year
which can be seen on their website, including scarecrow
making, horse and dog shows and Halloween week when they
have pumpkin carving and festival and children�s parties.
The location also offers a caravan site over two fields (a 5
van site and a rally field) as well as fishing facilities, a
plant centre and a farm shop offering fresh produce.
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Bocking, Braintree, Essex Map E-mail Dorewards Hall Dorewards Hall Web site |
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Finchingfield Guildhall and Heritage Centre
Local heritage centre housed in 15th century guildhall.
Exhibitions of artwork, paintings, pottery, sewing and
weaving. Historic paintings, maps and photographs.
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Church Hill Finchingfield Braintree Essex CM7 map |
Tel: +44 (0) 1371 - 810456 | ||||
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Finchingfield Windmill
This is a splendid example of an early post mill;
historians believe that it probably dates back to the mid to
late 1700s. There are thought to have once been as many as
eight windmills in the parish of Finchingfield, but this is
the only example to survive today. It has four spring sails,
one pair of millstones and a tailpole. It is open to the
public for a few summer months, usually from August to
September.
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Haverhill Road, Finchingfield, Braintree, Essex CM7 Map |
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Finchingfield Green
The picture postcard Finchingfield Green has many features
and activities that are perfect for a summer�s day; these
include a large duck pond home to various wildlife,
timber-framed Georgian and Medieval shops, houses and
cottages scattered around the edge of the green, and a war
memorial. The green leads into surrounding fields with an
idealistic walk that will take you through Finchingfield�s
beautiful countryside, past the river pant, a mill and into
small belts of woodland. Finchingfield itself is rumoured to
be �the most photographed village in England�.
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The Green, Finchingfield, Braintree, Essex CM7 4JS Map |
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Gosfield Lake Resort
A family run Leisure Park set in the heart of rural Essex.
The 36-acre lake provides a natural beauty spot, where clear
summer evenings give way to spectacular sunsets. Activities on
site include fishing, camping and waterskiing, as we as a
large lakeside picnic area, there is an onsite caf� and Indian
restaurant, and Camping is available.
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CHURCH ROAD, GOSFIELD HALSTEAD, ESSEX, CO9 1UD Open 0930 � Dusk, April - October GOSFIELD LAKE CLICK |
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Kozmic Karts
Based near Braintree Freeport and just fifteen minutes
drive from Braintree town centre, Kozmic Karts has around
290 metres of track, which currently makes it the longest
indoor karting centre in the whole of North Essex. It offers
numerous packages including endurance racing, track hire,
corporate packages and even junior sessions for ages 8
upwards, and has a function room and catering facilities. It
is a popular destination for hen/stag parties,
adults/childrens birthdays and corporate events and they
have trained staff that can organise a race format to suit
any requirements.
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14-16 Century Drive, Braintree, Essex CM77 8YL Map Kozmic Karts Web site |
Phone: +44 (0)1376 348867 | ||||
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The Original Great Maze
The Original Great Maze returns with an aMAZing new
adventure. Weave your way through miles of winding maize
pathways, keeping a sharp eye out for lost animals on your
way, to finally conquer this year�s amazing maze. The
challenge is on! When you have conquered the maze, why not
take a look around the Blake House Craft Centre, visit the
restaurant, or challenge friends to a game of crazy golf.
Come and �get lost� for a fun family day out, whatever the
weather.
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Blake House Craft Centre, Blake End, Near Braintree, Essex CM77
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Rayne Station Centre
Rayne Railway Station was built in 1866 and was one of the
busiest on the line, until it closed to passengers in 1952.
Renovated in 1994 it is now the Visitor Centre and Ranger
base for the Flitch Way. The rich heritage of the Flitch Way
is revealed in the Exhibition.
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Rayne Station Centre Station Road Rayne, Braintree Essex CM77 6RX map Open 1300 to 1600 Sundays� exhibition only. Booking Hall and Public Toilets open daily. RAYNE CENTRE CLICK |
Tel: +44 (0) 1376 340262 Fax: +44 (0) 1376 340262 |
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Roundwood Garden Centre � Bocking
Set in 5 acres, Roundwoods has many facilities including an
arboretum, tea garden, drought garden, caf�, home cooking,
craft area, childrens play area and conference room. There
is a large car park and excellent facilities for the
disabled.
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Bocking Church Street, Bocking, Essex, CM7 5LJ Open 0915 to 1700, Monday � Friday and Sunday�s in May for plant sales. ROUNDWOOD CLICK |
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Saint Michaels Church
Saint Michaels is a beautiful, small church located in the
heart of Braintree town. It is believed to date back to
around 1199 and is noted by historians for its original
central chancel window. The spire is around 120 ft high and
the original bell for the clock still exists to this day.
The Church of England, church has strong links with St
Michaels School and is active in serving the wider community
and offers wedding services and baptisms.
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The High Street, Braintree, Essex CM7 1JZ Map Saint Michaels Church Web site |
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Sioux Ceramics Caf�
Paint your own pottery ornaments, trinkets, mugs, plates or
bowls. Tea�s, coffee and cold drinks available, ideal for
parties.
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Victoria St Braintree, CM7 3HN Open daily, please check website to confirm times Email: chris@siouxceramics.com SIOUX CERAMICS CLICK |
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Threads of Time
The Threads of Time museum demonstrates how people in the
Braintree District developed ideas which shaped the fabric
production of the 20th Century. The gallery exhibits fabrics
created for State occasions from the past 200 years and
include a local history library, research facilities with a
reserve textile collection (by appointment) guided tours on
textiles (also by appointment), refreshments and the
�Victorian classroom� experience where school groups can
dress in Victorian clothing and participate in talks and
object handling.
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Manor Street, Braintree, Essex CM7 3HW Map |
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Towerlands Park � Bocking
Towerlands Park leads the way for top equestrian facilities
in the country with two fully equipped yards and an
international size arena. Unex Towerlands has facilities for
exhibitions, conferences, dinners and many other leisure
activities. A major refurbishment programme is underway to
transform The Unex Towerlands Centre into a sporting and
leisure venue fit for the 21st century. Unex Towerlands also
holds a number of gigs and concerts throughout the
year.
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Towerlands Park Ltd, Panfield Road,
Braintree, Essex, CM7 5BJ Open Daily www.unextowerlands.com |
Tel 01376 326802 | ||||
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Warner Textile Archive
The Warner Textile Archive is located at Warner�s Mill and
is of national importance in this field of study. The
archive holds a unique record of the history of textile
manufacture in this area since the 18th Century. There are
examples of woven and printed fabrics by the Warner Company
as well as examples by other manufacturers. The centre
offers a fun and fascinating day out for all the family.
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Warners Mill, Silks Way, Braintree, Essex CM7 3GB Map |
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Brentwood
Brentwood is a suburban town with a small, but expanding,
shopping area and high street. Beyond this is extensive
sprawling residential development entirely surrounded by open
countryside and woodland; some penetrating to within only a
few hundred yards of the town centre. It is perhaps most
widely known for Brentwood School and for several businesses
based in the town.
The name derives from a corruption of the words 'Burnt Wood', with the name Burntwood still visible on some old maps. The old name describes the presumed reason for settlement in the part of the Forest of Essex (later Epping Forest) that would have covered the area. Although a Bronze Age axe has been found in Brentwood and there are clear signs of an entrenched encampment in Weald Country Park it is considered unlikely that there was any significant early settlement of the area which was originally covered by the Great Forest covering most of Essex at that time. Brentwood began as a small clearing in the middle of a forest, created by fire, with the name of 'Burntwood'. A few people began to settle there and, because it was on the crossroads of the old Roman road from Colchester to London and the route the pilgrims took over the Thames to Canterbury , it grew into a small town. In 1227 a market charter was granted, and this helped the town to continue growing. As the Roman road grew busier, Brentwood became a major coaching stage, with plenty of inns for overnight accommodation as the horses were rested. This hasn't changed; there is an above average number of pubs in the area - possibly due to the army being stationed at Warley Barracks in the town (closed down in the 1960s). Some of the pubs date back to the 15th and 16th Centuries. As the railways arrived in 1840, the short journey to London Liverpool Street station made it easy for workers to live in Brentwood and commute into work. Many new houses were built around the station at around this time - nearly half of all Brentwood residents still commute outside the area to work.President Eisenhower initiated the Sister City Programme in the USA during WWII. From this, grew Sister Cities linking US communities with towns throughout the world. Their objective is to learn about each other's culture, develop meaningful and lasting relationships and exchange ideas on a long-term basis. Brentwood became linked in March 1985 with Brentwood, Tennessee, and enjoys student exchanges to the mutual benefit of both American and English communities. |
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Brentwood Centre
Welcome to the Brentwood Centre where a world of sport and
entertainment awaits you. Step into a first-class sporting arena which boasts
�Something for Everyone�. Classes, courses and clubs are led by highly trained staff
who aim to encourage and inspire you - whatever your age or
ability. Swimming, Aerobics, Badminton, Squash, Tennis, 7-a-side
Football, High-tech gym equipment... the list is
endless.
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Doddinghurst Road Brentwood Essex CM15 9NN BRENTWOOD CENTRE CLICK |
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Brentwood Museum
Brentwood in Essex is a town that has an interesting
history, and this area of the country has been noted for
having a great deal of Roman influence in the past. The
museum therefore contains a large and fascinating collection
of archaeological finds from in and around the town, as well
as more contemporary pieces that have been brought together
in the form of documents, maps and antique pieces of
furniture.
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Lorne Road, Warley Hill, Brentwood, Essex CM14 5HH Map BRENTWOOD MUSEUM CLICK |
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Brentwood Park Karting
The racetrack is a floodlit outdoor circuit based
within a leisure complex set in 57 acres of
woodland. The track is a combination of fast
straights and tight hairpins. Karting is available
for all standards of driver from age 9 upwards.
Day/Evening corporate events. Group hire for as few
as 6 people and up to 80.
Just 5 minutes drive from Jct.28 of
M25.
only does Brentwood Karting have one of the largest
and fastest circuits in the South, but it is also
one of the best equipped *
Conference Room * Pitstop Caf�
* 2 Viewing Areas
* Plenty of Free Parking *
Changing and Shower Facilities *
Free Wireless Internet Connection
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The Racetrack Brentwood Leisure Park Warley Gap Brentwood Essex CM13 3DP |
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Brentwood Ski & Snowboard Centre
Whether it's your first time on
skis, or you want to master the
bumps or maybe fancy
yourself at ski racing we've got the
right lesson for you. Our
experienced & fully
qualified instructors will take your skiing to the
next level, ensuring that you
get plenty of individual attention, whilst
identifying your strong points and helping you master your
current
challenge.
ADULT SNOWBOARD COURSES
LESSON FORMAT : Courses run in monthly cycles and last a
total of six hours each. A course is split into either - 4 x
1� hrs or 3 x 2 hrs lessons, on the same day at the same time
during the course of the month. For example: Course SB1 runs
over three consecutive Sundays, starting on the 6th of
September and ending on the 20th of September 2009, from 3pm -
5pm. BEGINNERS : This course is especially designed for complete novices who have never had a board on their feet! Our qualified and experienced instructors will provide a fun and supportive environment taking you through the entire process from fitting your equipment to your very first turns! You'll receive lots of personal attention and your instructor will use your own strengths to build new skills. The maximum class size is 12. IMPROVERS : Beyond 'Falling leaf'! This course will help you perfect your moves and teach you new more challenging & gratifying techniques. Paying more attention to each riders personal needs, our highly qualified snowboard instructors will introduce more exciting terrain and look to develop greater confidence levels. |
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Warley Gap, Little Warley, Brentwood, Essex, CM13 3DP BRENTWOOD SKI & SNOWBOARD CLICK |
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Brentwood Theatre
Brentwood Theatre � the community theatre for Brentwood,
Havering and beyond � opened in December 1993 following
fifteen years of campaigning and fundraising by a dedicated
core of theatre followers who collectively realised that
Brentwood was the largest town in England without a dedicated
theatre space. Brentwood Theatre aims to provide the people of
Brentwood and the surrounding areas with a vibrant,
artistically challenging community theatre offering a
wide-ranging programme in the performing arts.
Since opening, our popularity has grown and grown. We now
regularly see over 15,000 visitors every year, coming along to
see our wide variety of productions. Most of our shows are
performed by non-professional (�amateur�) companies who
rehearse in local halls, arrange costumes, build scenery etc
etc and bring in their finished production to us for your
entertainment. Over forty groups regularly use Brentwood
Theatre for their shows, and many of them now consider us
their �natural home�.
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15 Shenfield Road Brentwood Essex CM15 8AG BRENTWOOD THEATRE CLICK |
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Kelvedon Hatch Nuclear Bunker
Inside a rural bungalow nestling in the Essex countryside
lies the twilight world of the Government Cold War. Behind the
blast screens that protect this bungalow is the entrance to an
amazing labyrinth of rooms built into a hillside, encased in
10 feet thick reinforced concrete 75 feet underground.
The Secret Nuclear Bunker at Kelvedon Hatch, in Essex, England, is a large underground bunker used during the cold war as a Regional Government Headquarters. Since being decommissioned in 1992, the bunker has been open to the public as a tourist attraction (known as the Secret Nuclear Bunker), with a museum focusing on its cold war history. |
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Thorndon Park
Thorndon Country Park is divided into Thorndon Park North,
with the Countryside Centre, and Thorndon Park South. These
areas are linked by the 'Old Park', which is owned by the
Woodland Trust, and 'Old Thorndon Pasture', which is owned by
Essex County Council.
The most important habitat in Thorndon Country Park is the ancient deer park area dating back to the 15th century which has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The design of the parkland was reorganised in the late 18th century by 'Capability' Brown, obscuring effects of the French landscape designer, Bourginion. Other parts of the park include ancient woodland, plantations of both broad leaved and coniferous species, some grassland and three small lakes. The Countryside Centre in Thorndon Park North, built from timber blown over in the 1987 storms in the two parks, has a permanent exhibition, a shop selling gifts and refreshments, and a schools' room. Both the exhibition and schools' room are available to hire. Fishing is available if a day ticket is purchased. Horse riding is allowed, but you must keep to the areas marked with a blue arrow. Car parks can be found on Brentwood Road (A128) and The Avenue. . |
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Weald Park
A more recent acquisition, it has been owned by the local and
county council only since the 1950s. The founder of Brentwood
School had lived in Weald Hall, which was demolished after a
fire during World War II. The park covers nearly 500 acres and
is the biggest country park in Essex. Among other habitats it
holds a lake, woodland and the remains of an Iron Age
encampment. There was an ornamental deer park until 1945, when
troops gathered there in preparation for D-Day. Vehicles
breached the fences and the deer escaped. Fallow deer are now
wild in the area, and a deer enclosure has recently been
brought back to the park.
Weald Country Park is located to the west of Brentwood. At nearly 500 acres it is the largest of the Essex County Council Country Parks. Parkland has been established here for more than 700 years; the lakes, the tree-lined avenues, and large parkland trees are the result of the landscaping carried out in the 18th century. The Ranger service at Weald Park and Thorndon Park offers many special activities throughout the year. Activities for children vary from investigating flowers and insects to kite making and Halloween walks. In addition there are many educational walks and tours for family and adults on topics such as natural history, fungi and country park management. Car parks can be found on Weald Road and Lincolns Lane |
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Burnham-on-Crouch Museum
Burnham on Crouch and District Museum is located at the
heart of this town, and is dedicated to studying and
preserving the long and interesting past of this area. The
collection is made up of a great deal of artefacts that have
been collected over a number of years, and fused with
photographs, documents, maps and much more. There are also
archaeological items on display for visitors to admire.
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Coronation Road, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex CMO 8HW Map BURNHAM MUSEUM CLICK |
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Mangapps Railway Museum
Mangapps Railway Museum is a privately owned
working museum established on a farm at Burnham on Crouch,
Essex. It features a � mile standard gauge passenger
carrying line, with restored stations, signal boxes and
ancillary equipment removed from various sites throughout East
Anglia. To operate the line the Museum has 10 steam and diesel
locomotives and over 80 carriages and wagons, some of
considerable historic and technical interest.To complement the
working railway the Museum has a collection of smaller railway
relics which is one of the largest of its kind in Britain.
This collection contains historic items connected with every
aspect of railway operation and has a particular bias towards
the railways of East Anglia and railway signalling - in fact
the signalling collection is believed to be the largest on
public display in Britain. The Railway and Museum are owned
and operated by the Jolly family assisted by a dedicated staff
of volunteers.
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Southminster Road Burnham-on-Crouch Essex CMO 8QQ MANGAPPS RAILWAY MUSEUM CLICK |
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Canvey Point Transport Museum
a collection of buses, coaches, and commercial vehicles
from 1944 onwards.
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Dutch Cottage Museum
a small 17th century cottage with local history
exhibits.
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Canvey Miniature Railway
steam miniature railway on a one mile track.
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Waterside Farm Leisure Centre
Waterside Farm Leisure Centre offers a vast array of
facilities and equipment. We strive to provide a
professional and friendly atmosphere. We are easily
accessible situated by Canvey Roundabout with a short 10
minute stroll from Benfleet train station; bus stops are
located just outside the building. Buses 27,22,28,1
and 21 all stop outside the building. Come along and
try today with our newly refurbished pool and brand new
spinning bikes.
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Chelmsford
In 1199 the Bishop of London was granted a Royal
Charter for Chelmsford to hold a market, marking the
origin of the modern town. An under-cover market,
operating Tuesday to Saturday, is still an important
part of the town centre over 800 years later. The
town's name is derived from 'Ceolmaer's ford' which
was close to the site of the present High Street stone
bridge. In the Doomesday Book of 1086 the town was
called 'Celmeresfort' and by 1189 it had changed to
'Chelmsford'.
Before 1199, there were settlements nearby from
ancient times. A Neolithic and a late Bronze Age
settlement have been found in the Springfield suburb,
and the town was occupied by the Romans. A Roman fort
was built in AD 60, and a civilian town grew up around
it. The town was given the name of Caesaromagus (the
market place of Caesar), although the reason for it
being given the great honour of bearing the Imperial
prefix is now unclear � possibly as a failed 'planned
town' provincial capital to replace Londinium or
Camulodunum. The remains of a mansio, a combination
post office, civic centre and hotel, lie beneath the
streets of modern Moulsham, and the ruins of an
octagonal temple are located beneath the Odeon
roundabout.
The town became the seat of the local assize during
the early 13th century (though assizes were also held
at Brentwood) and by 1218 was recognised as the county
town of Essex, a position it has retained to the
present day. Chelmsford was significantly involved in
the Peasants' Revolt of 1381, and Richard II moved on
to the town after quelling the rebellion in London.
Many of the ringleaders were executed on the gallows
at what is now Primrose Hill.
An important Anglo-Saxon burial was discovered at Broomfield to the north of Chelmsford in the late 19th century and the finds are now in the British Museum. The road 'Saxon Way' now marks the site. In the 17th century many of the victims of Matthew Hopkins (the self-styled "Witchfinder General") spent their last days imprisoned in Chelmsford, before being tried at the Assizes and hanged for witchcraft. Robert the Bruce has close ties with the nearby village of Writtle and its parish church. Henry VIII Kept a hunting lodge at what is now the independent New Hall RC School (New Hall School) in Boreham. |
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Chelmsford Cathedral
Built in the late 15th to early 16th Century, this
magnificent cathedral homes an altar, 19th Century
stained-glass windows, two organs, bronze ambos and work by
contemporary artists, depicting suffering in the world
today. The cathedral operates in the heart of the community
and is often used as a venue for concerts, lectures and
ceremonies. Since the 17th century it has had bell ringers,
and now has 13 bells and a large number of bell ringers who
ring for Sunday services. It is based near the town centre
of Chelmsford and visitors are advised to book in advance.
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Chelmsford Museum
Chelmsford is the county town of Essex and has a long and
interesting history that can be traced back to Roman times
and beyond. The central museum in the heart of the city has
been created in order to allow a cultural and research hub
where local people and visitors can learn more about the
history and heritage of Chelmsford, and see the ways in
which it has changed throughout the years.
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Oaklands Park, Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 9AQ Map CHELMSFORD MUSEUM CLICK |
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Essex County Cricket Club
Essex County Cricket Club is one of the Country's oldest
County Cricket sides. Formed in 1876 the side had to wait
until 1979 to win their first major silverware when they won
the County Championship. Over the year�s Essex County Cricket
Club has adopted some famous son�s including Allan Border,
Mark Waugh, Merv Hughes, Ken McEwen, Andy Bichel, Andy Flower,
Grant Flower, Andre Nel and most recently Danish Kaneria. When
you add to this a list of English greats Graham Gooch, Nasser
Hussain, Ronnie Irani and Darren Gough, you can see that The
County Ground has been home to some of the biggest names in
the world of cricket.
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The Essex Police Museum celebrates a long and illustrious
history that the police force have of serving and protecting
one of the largest counties in the country. Crossing a large
amount of land, and covering an area that ranges from the
edge of Greater London to the seaside towns on the east
coast, the police force have to be versatile and adaptable
in this county. The museum charts the history of the
constabulary and the way that it is operated
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Essex Regiment Museum
The Essex Regiment Museum was established in order to
celebrate one of the most prestigious regiments of the
British Army, a very proud fact for he people of this area
who have always shared a close connection with the forces.
The museum carries a good collection of various artefacts
that include uniforms, weapons, medals, photographs and more
that help chart the history of this section of the
forces
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Clacton-on-Sea
Clacton-on-Sea is the largest town on the
Tendring Peninsula, in Essex, England and was
founded in 1871. It is a seaside resort that
attracted many tourists in the 1960s and '70s,
but which like other English resorts has been
in decline since foreign holidays became more
fashionable and affordable making it more
popular as a retirement hotspot these days. It
is located between Jaywick and Holland-on-sea
along the coastline and Great Clacton to the
north.Clacton was the site of the lower
Palaeolithic Clactonian industry of flint tool
manufacture . Great Clacton was founded by the
Celts in c.100BC[citation needed]. There are
some vague traces of Romans using the Clacton
area as a seaside resort. The name Clacton
dates from c.500 AD when the area was settled
by Saxons. The original name, Claccingaton,
means 'the village of Clacc's people'. The
Domesday Book records the village as
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Construction of the Gunfleet Sands Offshore Wind Farm, a 48 turbine wind farm 7 km off the Clacton and Holland Essex coast in the Northern Thames Estuary began in March 2008 and is scheduled to be completed in Autumn 2009 . The turbines are expected to have a capacity of 172MW , enough to power approximately 120,000 homes Beside the sandy beaches, there are beautifully restored themed gardens, bowling greens, two theatres, golf course and a Sports and Leisure Centre. Clacton Carnival and Jazz Festival in the high season, Clacton Shopping Village, a major factory outlet shopping village opened in 1998, a vibrant Victorian pier, leisure centre, sport on land and water, Highfield Holiday Park and a lively nightlife, or dine and relaxing as you would expect from a major English seaside resort: fish and chips - pie and mash - Italian or chineses. Pubs -Restaurants - end of pier Cafe Clacton Air Show 2009 27th - 28th August 11.00 - 17.00Full programme of flying both days, with various ground events on the West Greensward, Marine Parade West Clacton Carnival 8th - 14th AUGUST 2009 |
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Clacton Beach
Clacton-on-Sea has over seven miles of beach. Clean, safe
and, for the most part, sandy, it's very popular. An
excellent range of beach activities and water sports draws
thousands of visitors every year. Windsurfing, canoeing,
sailing, jet skiing and adventure golf are just some of
them, and amusement arcades, rides and restaurants are
nearby. The West beach has won a Blue Flag Award in
recognition of its clean water and excellent facilities.
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Clacton Pier
Opened in 1877, Clacton Pier is a very popular destination
for day-trippers. Attractions include a Seaquarium and an
undercover fairground with many rides to enjoy. Covering a
total of 6.5 acres, the pier is fully accessible for
wheelchairs, and boasts a public house, restaurants, cafes,
shops, side-stalls and amusement arcades. It is possible to
sit and take the sea air, fish from the pier end or have a
meal in the Jolly Roger Restaurant. The pier also houses the
RNLI lifeboat station and shop.
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East Essex Aviation Museum
The East Essex Aviation Society Museum is a fascinating
visitor attraction for anyone who has even a passing
interest in aeroplanes and other flying machines. Housing an
interesting collection of artefacts and models that relate
to the history of flight as well as wreckage from some
actual planes, the museum tells the story of flight and how
it has changed the way the world works forever.
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Princes Theatre
The Princes Theatre is the largest multi-purpose
entertainment venue in North Essex. Run by the council, it
hosts a varied programme of family entertainment including
concerts, plays, comedy and community events. They include
regular performances by the Princes Theatre Youth Company,
which is based here. The Theatre's home is the impressive
Clacton Town Hall, where visitors can find out what else
Clacton-on-Sea has to offer at the Tourist Information
Centre.
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The Mediterranean Garden
The Mediterranean Garden was completed in 2000 as part of
the restoration of Clacton's seafront gardens. All the
plants and trees seen here are from the Mediterranean,
thriving in hot dry conditions. They have adapted well to
conditions in Clacton, which is one of the warmest and
driest places in the UK. The Mediterranean Garden together
with the other seafront gardens next door host Clacton's
annual mountain bike rally and the Essex Air Ambulance Bike
Ride.
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The Rose Garden
The restoration of Clacton's Edwardian gardens has
transformed the town�s seafront. The Rose Garden is perhaps
the best of the gardens originally laid out in 1922. It was
replanted and restored in the 1990s, and today, it's a
contemporary mix of low hedges, curving paths and flowerbeds
creatively planted with roses and perennials, with a modern
chrome pergola at its centre. Notice the mature pine trees
along the landward side of the garden - the only survivals
from the original 1922 garden.
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War Memorial Garden
Clacton's War Memorial Garden is little changed since it
was first laid out in 1924. Colourful displays of bedding
plants can still be seen in summer. They surround a war
memorial designed by Charles Hartwell. Other attractions
include plenty of seating and sea views. The garden was very
popular until the 1990s, when it fell into ruin. It was then
restored with money from the Urban Parks Programme, along
with the town�s other Edwardian gardens.
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West Cliff Theatre and Arts Centre
This community theatre hosts a broad range of entertainment
through the summer and winter. Performers range from
newcomers to established names such as Marty Wilde and Roy
Hudd. In addition, the Theatre's own youth group, the West
Cliff Stage Foundation also performs here. Other attractions
include regular art exhibitions in the foyer and a licensed
bar. The Theatre is run by volunteers with help from
Tendring District Council, and there is access for the
disabled.
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Coggeshall
This was a medieval wool town on the route of the old
Roman Stane Street. Its history really develops from
1140 when a large Cistercian abbey was founded here.
The monks were extensively sheep farmers so this
promoted the wool trade from the 15th to the 18th
century and Coggeshall's prosperity was based on this.
There are some pretty amazing ancient buildings in
this small town and the BBC television series
'Lovejoy' was filmed here.
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Coggeshall Grange Barn
Coggeshall Grange Barn is a 13th Century monastic barn and
has been in the possession of the National Trust since 1989.
The structure is closely associated with the nearby
Cistercian abbey. It enjoys a beautiful �cathedral like�
interior and has a collection of fine farm carts from the
last few centuries. The building is surrounded by splendid
Essex countryside, a great place for walking.
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Grange Hill, Coggeshall, Colchester, Essex CO6 1RE Map COGGESHALL GRANGE BARN CLICK |
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Coggeshall Museum
Coggeshall is a town that has a long and interesting
history associated with the lace and textiles industry. This
becomes one of the main focuses of this local museum, which
is packed with interesting information, and artefacts that
are related to the growth and development of this practice.
There are also other pieces on display, and a great deal of
pictures and photographs that help to bring the history to
life.
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Stoneham Street, Coggeshall, Essex CO6 1UH Map E-mail Coggeshall Museum COGGESHALL GRANGE BARN CLICK |
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Paycocke's
This beautiful merchant�s house has a history that is
thought to date back to around 1500. It has been taken over
by the National Trust, which has ensured that the building
has been preserved and restored in order for future
generations to enjoy it. The Tudor architecture is something
to marvel at as a visitor as you walk through the intricate
carvings. There are also several art and crafts displays
within the property.
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Balkerne Gate
Colchester is well known for its Roman remains, and the
Balkerne Gate is the most complete Roman town gateway in
Britain. Built around AD 55, it started life as the main
entrance to the town but was later turned into triumphal
arch. Ten years later it was incorporated into the new town
walls, but blocked up four hundred years after that to
strengthen the town's defenses. The Gateway was only
uncovered around 100 years ago, which helps to explain its
survival.
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Beth Chatto Gardens
The Beth Chatto Gardens began in 1960. From an overgrown
wasteland with poor gravel soil and boggy hollows, it has been
transformed into an informal garden harmonising with the
surrounding countryside.
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Castle Park
A beautiful park based near Colchester town centre, which
is situated near a leisure facility, a ten-pin bowling lane,
restaurants and shops. It has vast grounds, with colourful
flower beds, ancient trees and sculptures. The park has a
large lake where you can hire pedal boats throughout the
summer months. It is abundant in wildlife and also houses a
large children�s play area including slides, swings and
other facilities for children up to the age of twelve. The
park also hosts various music events throughout the year.
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Charter Market
Colchester is the oldest recorded town in England, and its
market has been running for over 800 years. In 1189, it was
granted a charter by King John - hence its name. It runs on
Fridays and Saturdays, with stalls lining the town centre
streets around Culver Street West. The market offers plenty of
choice, with no two stalls allowed to sell the same goods. The
market is run by Colchester Borough Council.
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Colchester Arts Centre
Colchester Arts Centre offers an astonishing choice of
entertainment, ranging from films to farmers markets. The
Centre also hosts club nights, poetry, salsa, theatre, world
music and gigs, with big-name bands sometimes appearing
here. For children, there�s an annual kid�s festival as well
as other events. Other attractions include a licensed bar
and the Art Centre�s home, a sympathetically converted
church which still has its stained glass windows. Colchester
Arts Centre is run by Colchester Borough Council.
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Church St, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF Map E-mail Colchester Arts Centre Colchester Arts Centre Web site |
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Colchester Castle
This Norman castle is laid on the foundations of the Roman
Temple of Claudius, destroyed in AD60 by Queen Boudica when
she razed Colchester. The castle walls have reused many
roman materials and compose, not only the largest keep built
in Britain but also the oldest surviving in Europe. Inside,
exhibitions span 2000 years of British history, with many
interactive displays to entertain all ages. Visitors can
learn about Witchfinder General, Matthew Hopkins who used
the castle as a gaol, feel heavy chain mail and touch Roman
pottery.
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Colchester Natural History Museum
Interestingly housed in what was All Saints Church, this
museum is dedicated to the rich natural heritage of North East
Essex. Dominated by the marine environment, many of the
habitats are recreated - from the mudflats and marshes around
the River Colne to the limestone beds of Dovercourt. Amongst
the many �hands on� exhibits, are a crawl-through badger sett,
interactive fossils and a video microscope. Visitors can learn
about the Colchester earthquake of 1884, take in the
Fingringhoe saltmarsh diorama or investigate the churchyard
nature reserve.
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Colchester Town Hall
Colchester's grandest building, the Town Hall, is a
90-roomed baroque masterpiece with a 162ft Victorian tower.
Grade I listed, it was designed by John Belcher and
completed in May 1902, costing �55,000. Inside, highlights
include a 15ft stained glass window, an Italian marble
staircase and the richly decorated Moot Hall. The Town Hall
was restored in 1996 at a cost of �0.5 million.
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Colchester War Memorial
Colchester's War Memorial is one of the town's finest works
of public art. In fact it�s regarded as one of the best war
memorials in the country. It was designed by HC Fehr in
1919, after he won a competition set by the Royal Academy.
Standing at over 28ft tall, it's made from fine Whitbed
Portland stone and granite, with figures representing
Victory, St George and and Peace.
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Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo is one of the finest zoos in Europe with over
200 species set 60 acres of beautiful parkland. Award winning
enclosures include the Kingdom of the Wild, which has cost
nearly �2 million to build. It provides a wonderful
environment for zebras, ostriches, rhinos and camels plus two
new species, giraffes and pygmy hippos. There�s also Spirit of
Africa, the Elephant Kingdom, Chimp World, Penguin Shores,
Monkey Mountain, South American World and Edge of Africa with
new enclosures for Mandrills, Cheetahs and Hyenas.
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Phone: +44 (0)1206 331292 - Fax: +44 (0)1206
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East Anglian Railway Museum
Based around a country station, this museum has the feel of
an 1890s branch line. Many locomotives, wagons and carriages
from the eras of steam to diesel are on view at the platforms,
sidings or in the Restoration Shed. On Steam Days, it is
possible to ride on some of these trains. Visitors can try
working an old signal box, call at the original booking hall
and Station Master�s Office or stop for refreshments in the
buffet. The Visitor Reception Centre is stocked with a wide
range of transport books and souvenirs.
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Chappel Station, Colchester, Essex CO6 2DS Map E-mail East Anglian Railway Museum East Anglian Railway Museum Web site |
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Firstsite @ The Minories Art Gallery
Firstsite is one of the leading contemporary visual arts
organisations in East England. Currently based at the Minories
Art Gallery we programme exhibitions, projects and events
onsite - inside the gallery and offsite, outside the gallery.
Firstsite is working towards newsite, a new visual arts
building in the future.
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Headgate Theatre
The Headgate Theatre is the home of amateur theatre in
Colchester. Events include concerts, comedy, plays, musical
workshops and much more, with performers including the
Colchester Theatre Group, Colchester Operatic Society and
The Priory Players. The Theatre is also the home of
Colchester Film Society, which hosts films not released
commercially with an emphasis on world cinema. The Headgate
Theatre was restored in 2000 with money from the National
Lottery. The Theatre has disabled access.
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High Street
The High Street reflects Colchester�s status as England's
oldest recorded town. Buildings range from medieval
timber-framed houses to Georgian mansions, and underneath
them all are the remains the Roman city of Camulodunum.
Notable buildings include the Baroque Town Hall of 1902, the
Corn Exchange of 1820, Hollytrees, a fine Georgian mansion,
and the highlight, Colchester�s Norman Castle, which has the
largest keep of any built by the Normans in England.
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Hollytrees Museum
An award winning museum which presents the history of the
building and Colchester in a light and amusing fashion, making
it ideal for family visits. Hollytrees House, built in 1718,
is reportedly haunted by a perfumed, piano playing lady ghost.
Look out for the dolls house which is a miniature Hollytrees
and the locally constructed Victorian boat-pram. Toys through
the ages are on display including a set of Star Wars models.
One of the displays celebrates Colchester�s famous nursery
rhymes, Old King Cole and Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.
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Holy Trinity Church
This is Colchester's only standing Saxon building. Built
around 1000, it features triangle arches, basket windows and
reused Roman bricks - they are the reddish ones on the corners
of the tower. In the churchyard look out for the grave of
William Gilberd, physician to Elizabeth I and inventor of
electro-magnetism, who lived in Colchester. The Church used to
be Colchester's Social History Museum.
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Jumbo Water Tower
The unusual red brick tower looking down Colchester High
Street is England's largest Victorian water tower. Completed
in 1883, the 116ft building took over a year and half to
build. Its cast-iron tank holds 1000 tons of water and it was
named after Jumbo, London Zoo's famous elephant. The Tower was
decommissioned in 1988, but it's one of the few water towers
with good access - a spiral staircase leads to a viewing
platform - and it is hoped it will one day be open to the
pubic.
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Collection of Latin American Art
The University of Essex Collection of Latin American Art is
based at the Colchester campus of the institution and
comprises over six hundred works by major modern and
contemporary artists from Latin and South America. The
collection is one of the most significant of its type in
Britain and invites a regular audience of interested visitors
to learn more about art and the people in this area of the
world.
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University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, Essex CO4
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Phone: +44 (0)1206 873971 - Fax: +44 (0)1206
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Mercury Theatre
The Mercury has been described as one of the best repertory
theatres in the country. It is home to the Mercury Theatre
Company, which performs a classical repertoire and also hosts
workshops and classes, ranging from parent and toddler dance
to writing for the theatre. The Theatre's commitment to
quality and diversity can also been seen in its other events,
which include music, comedy, family shows, amateur shows and
pantomimes.
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Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex CO1 1PT Map E-mail Mercury Theatre Mercury Theatre Web site |
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Roman Circus Remains
The remains of Britain's only Roman Circus were first
glimpsed in 2000, nearly 2000 years after it was built. It was
made entirely of stone and tile and could hold at least 3000
spectators. The best places to find out about it are here in
Maidenburgh Street, where wall fragments have been uncovered
and a wall painting shows how the Circus would have looked,
and also at Gosbecks, just outside the town.
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Roman Wall
The Roman Emporer Claudius famously rode into Colchester on
an elephant in AD43. The Romans soon turned Colchester � or
Camulodunum as they called it - into Britain�s first city. By
80AD it was enclosed by a 3000m-long wall made from layered
septaria, mortar and tile. Today it�s the oldest surviving
town wall in Britain. The best places to see it are near
Balkerne Gate and in Castle Park, where long stretches
survive.
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Social History Museum
Colchester is the oldest recorded town in the country, and
therefore has a long and interesting history. Unlike many
museums that are concerned with the major political changes,
this collection is focussed on the common person, and the way
that their lives have developed throughout the centuries. The
exhibition has many fine displays; highlights of which include
weapons, costumes and tools from archaeological
excavations.
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St Bodolph�s Church
St Bodolph's Church is squeezed into a narrow back street
right next to the atmospheric ruin of St Bodolph's Priory. In
fact, the original Saxon St Bodolph�s Church stood where the
ruins are now. Completed in 1835, the present church was built
in the Norman style. The three beautiful east windows are from
Flanders. St Bodolph�s Church has excellent acoustics and is
often used for concerts, with St Bodolph's Music Society
regularly performing here.
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St Bodolph�s Priory
These are the ruins of England's first Augustinian monastery.
Founded in 1103, the Priory of St Julian and St Bodolph is now
hidden in the urban sprawl of modern-day Colchester but it's
well worth seeking out. The dramatic ruins consist of a 12th
Century nave and the West Front. Look out for the Roman
bricks, which were salvaged from other parts of the town. The
Priory is open all year and admission is free.
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St Martin�s Church
St Martin's Church is a part-ruined medieval church. The
damage to the tower was done during the English Civil War,
and the church was never repaired. Most of the building is
late medieval though, with the tower dating from the 12th
century. It's thought there�s been a church here since the
end of the Roman occupation. The building is now
deconsecrated, but the key is available from Colchester
Borough Council Museum Service.
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The Dutch Quarter
In the 1500s Flemish Protestant refugees arrived in
Colchester, their weaving skills helping to make it one of
the richest wool towns in England. Although their houses
were spread throughout Colchester, many of them were here in
the Dutch Quarter. The area makes a worthwhile detour from
the town centre with its attractive mix of Tudor, Queen Anne
and medieval buildings. The former home of the Taylor
sisters, who wrote the poem, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, is
also here.
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Tymperleys Clock Museum
Timperleys is a 15th Century timber-framed house, a garden
and a fascinating clock museum. The house and garden that were
once home to William Gilberd, scientist and doctor to
Elizabeth I is now filled with the Bernard Mason Collection of
Clocks, one of he largest in the country. All the clocks were
made in Colchester between 1640 and 1840, with exhibits
ranging from Longcase clocks to clockmaking tools. Events
include talks and clock-making workshops.
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University of Essex Gallery
The University of Essex Gallery is a world-class art space
located on the main campus in Colchester. The gallery hosts
a series of exhibitions throughout the year, bringing some
of the most celebrated contemporary artists to the region as
part of group shows and individual thematic exhibits. It
also shows the best work of graduates and undergraduates
associated with the university.
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Dedham
Dedham is frequently rated as containing some of England's
most beautiful Lowland landscape, most particularly the Water
Meadows of the River Stour, which passes along the northern
boundary of the village forming the boundary between the
counties of Essex and
Suffolk. Dedham has a central nuclear settlement around the
Church and the junction of Mill Lane and the High Street
(forming the B1029). Connected to Dedham are the hamlets The
Heath and Lamb Corner, both of which formerly retained their
own shops and pubs. The village forms a key part of the Dedham
Vale.Formerly a rich wool town and market town, Dedham is now
still a flourishing commercial village, housing a post office,
butcher, Co-op, grocers, delicattessen, art shop and various
other shops.
Agriculture is also important with mainly arable land (sugar
beet and wheat) but also cattle grazing on the water meadows
and some sheep on Grove Hill. There is an industrial estate on
the A12 which passes through the West of the village. A
Business Centre and Nursing Home have recently opened.
This village was a recruiting ground for the American colonies. A dozen descendants of Henry Sherman emigrated to New England between 1633 and 1640. The Sherman family left their significant mark on the United States. Through their family tree, they can claim a co-founder of Rhode Island, a signatory of the Declaration of Independence, General William Tecumseh Sherman connected with the Civil War, a Vice-president of the US and other distinguished luminaries. See
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Constable country, Dedham, Essex: Walk ID 3209
This walk takes you to the heart of "Constable Country" on
the Essex-Suffolk border, crossing Dedham Vale and following
the river Stour. Starting from the medieval village of Dedham,
where the painter John Constable was educated, you take
sections of two longer paths, the Essex Way and the St Edmund
Way, before coming back along the riverside path that, as a
boy, Constable took each morning on his way to school. Dedham
Vale is a designated area of outstanding natural beauty and
contains some of England's most stunning lowland landscapes,
particularly the water meadows of the river
Stour.Dedham Vale was Constable's home, and on
this walk, you pass many of the scenes he painted. His
affection for this area was intense: "I should paint my own
places best", he wrote to his friend John Fisher in 1821.
"Painting is but another word for feeling." You pass Flatford
Mill and Lock, painted by Constable and owned by his father.
With a slight detour, you can visit the site where Constable
painted the Hay Wain, as well as Valley Farm and a dry dock,
which he also immortalised.
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Dedham Art & Craft Centre
a congregational church built in 1739 and now the
Dedham Art and Craft Centre. From France to China, from Italy to India and beyond - an
eclectic mix of wares imported from all corners of the globe
are exhibited by our wide range of specialist retailers. If
you are looking for something special, something a little
unique with a touch of exclusivity in homewares, fashion and
jewellery � then you will be sure to find it here �
Click on the individual links to find out more. Anjuna � Ladies clothing, Accessories & exclusive leisureware for men Goodies � Silk flowers & Gifts Kiddywinks � Original and traditional toys, clothing and rain wear for babies and children. P.J.'s � Garden, Kitchen & interior accessories SilverLeaf101 � Silver & Gemstone Jewellery The Gallery Boutique � Ladies' Clothing & Jewellery Terrestrail Treasures � Rare sculptures and gifts carved from minerals or fossil-bearing stone |
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Flatford Bridge Cottage
Just upstream from Flatford Mill, the 16th century thatched
cottage houses an exhibition on landscape painter John
Constable, several of whose paintings famously depict this
property. A short walk downstream takes you to the quiet
mill pool, where beyond is Willy Lott�s cottage, where
mill-hand Willy Lott lived reputedly for 88 years. This is
the scene of Constable�s best known work, and after the Mona
Lisa probably one of the world�s most instantly recognisable
paintings - �The Hay Wain�.
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East Bergholt, Suffolk CO7 6UL Map FLATFORD BRIDGE COTTAGE CLICK |
Phone: +44 (0)1206 298260 - Fax: +44 (0)1206 299193 | ||||
Le Talbooth
Le Talbooth at Dedham has been run by the Milsom family since
1952 and has always enjoyed a fine reputation for a warm
welcome and the quality of food, wine and accommodation. A
unique business has beenLe Talbooth Dedham created linking the
riverside restaurant Le Talbooth with the 10 luxury suites at
Maison Talbooth. Located in the heart of Constable country,
the restaurant enjoys a strong local following with a range of
competitively priced menus and the hotel is a founder member
of Pride of Britain Consortia of Country House Hotels. Le
Talbooth Restaurant are desevedly proud of the numerous awards
and accolades bestowed on them including the 2002 Conde Nast
Johansen Guide Award - 'Restaurant of the Year' reflecting the
quality of dining experience. As well as the restaurant Le
Talbooth also cater for functions, accommodation, private
dining, external catering and hold a civil licence should you
wish to hold your wedding at this beautiful location. The
Milsom family also own Milsoms Hotel and Restaurant and The
Pier at Harwich which offers two seafood Restaurants and
fourteen bedrooms on the quay in old Harwich.
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Gun Hill, Dedham Essex CO7 6HP LE TALBOOTH CLICK |
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Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin
In the heart of John Constable country, St Mary the Virgin
was constructed in 1492 and has undergone numerous changes,
mainly internally since then. Many times pictured in the
background of a Constable painting, inside hangs one of the
few commissions the artist undertook for the church. Puritan
Divine Matthew Newcomen who lectured here in the mid 1600s
was also famous for his preaching before the House of
Commons. The bells can no longer peal due to the tower�s
structure, but can still be heard chiming.
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High Street, Dedham, Essex CO7 6DE Map ST MARY CLICK |
Phone: +44 (0)1206 322136 | ||||
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Sir Alfred Munnings Art Gallery & Museum
Munnings was famous for his depiction of East Anglian rural
life in the early twentieth century and later for his
paintings of racehorses. He lived and worked in Castle House
for over 40 years and although it has been restored, it
retains much of the character as lived by the Munnings.
There is a regular rotation of pictures on view in
the gallery.
Castle House, a mixture of Tudor and Georgian periods, has
been restored structurally. The essential character of the
house as lived in by Sir Alfred and Lady Violet has been
retained by using Munnings' original furniture. The House
stands in spacious grounds with well maintained gardens which
visitors are welcome to walk round. They may also view his
original studios where he painted some of his most famous
paintings and where many of his original working materials are
displayed.
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Castle House, Castle Hill, Dedham, Essex CO7 6AZ Map MUNNINGS ART GALLERY & MUSEUM CLICK |
Phone: +44 (0)1206 322 127 - Fax: +44 (0)1206 322 127 | ||||
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Southfields
Southfields was built in 1500 by a rich clothier. It is
square in plan with an inner courtyard and has lots of exposed
timbers. Grade I listed, is the most splendid of the many medieval
buildings in the village. Formerly a factory used when Dedham
was a wealthy wool town it is now a series of cottages.
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The Sun Inn the Sun Inn, a medieval building that retains its coaching arch. This quintessential coaching inn at the heart of the gentle rolling landscape of Constable Country has been a watering hole for villagers and resting post for travellers s for centuries These days, it�s much the same � an ideal spot to revive yourself be it with a pint of Brewer�s Gold, a meal using fine East Anglian produce or a good night�s sleep. Owner Piers Baker has provided a sheltered annex for the local village farm shop, Victoria's Plums (which is run by his wife). An extension of the pub kitchen, you'll find local fruit and veg (rhubarb, rainbow chard etc) on sale as well as freshly made pub meals to take away. |
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Epping
"Epinga", a small community of a few scattered farms and a
chapel on the edge of the forest, is mentioned in the Domesday
Book of 1086. However, the settlement referred to is known
today as Epping Upland. It is not known for certain when the
present day Epping was first settled. By the mid 12th century
a settlement known as Epping Heath (later named Epping
Street), had developed south of Epping Upland as a result of
vigorous clearing of the forest for cultivation. In 1253 King
Henry III conveyed the right to hold a weekly market in Epping
Street, which helped to establish the town as a centre of
trade and has continued to the present day. The linear village
of Epping Heath developed slowly into a small main-road town
and by the early 19th century considerable development had
taken place along what is now High Street and Hemnall Street.
Up to 25 stagecoaches and mailcoaches a day passed through the
town from London en route to Norwich, Cambridge and Bury St.
Edmunds. By the end of the 19th century 26 coaching inns lined
the High Street. A couple survive today as public houses, e.g.
The George and Dragon and The Black Lion. The advent of the
railways put an end to this traffic and the town declined, but
it revived after the extension of a branch line from London in
1865 and the coming of the motor car. A number of listed
buildings, most dating from the 18th century, line both sides
of the High Street although many were substantially altered
internally during the 19th century. Some of the oldest
buildings in the town can be found at each end of the
Conservation Area, e.g. Beulah Lodge in Lindsey Street (17th
century), and
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Connaught Water
This stunning 10 acre lake is located within Epping Forest,
one of the largest in the country and certainly the biggest
wooded area around London. The lake is named after the Duke
of Connaught the first ever ranger of Epping Forest. The
area attracts a wide variety of waterfowl, birds, animals
and exciting varieties of plant life. It has its own car
park and is a popular attraction.
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Epping Forest, Epping, Essex CM16 Map |
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Epping Green
Epping Green is one of the centres of town life in this
beautiful Essex market town. The green historically would
have been a place of trading and meeting for the people of
the area and those who pass by on their way to London and
the south east of England. Today the green is a place of
rest and relaxation, used by local people to escape the busy
town streets and watch the world go by.
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Palmers Hill, Epping, Essex CM16 Map |
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Epping Library
Epping Library is a modern facility located at the heart of
the town centre. The library carries a large range of books,
music and video material. In recent times the library has
begun to be used as an interactive information centre with a
bank of open access computers available. The library is a
multi purpose facility and is often used for exhibitions and
seminars.
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St. Johns Rd, Epping, Essex CM16 5DN Map |
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Epping Methodist Church
Epping Methodist Church is located at the very heart of the
beautiful Essex market town, close to the main parish
church. The facility is built in a traditional �free� church
style and fits in nicely next to the old commercial
buildings. The church is home to a large and friendly
Christian community who meet on a regular basis for prayer
and worship.
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High Street, Epping, Essex CM16 Map |
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Gothic Tower
The Gothic Tower at the centre of Epping was built in 1872
as a water tower for the expanding market town. It has since
that time quickly become one of the central symbols of the
area. One of the highest structures for miles around, the
tower, although no longer functioning, is synonymous with
Epping and is truly an iconic part of the local skyline.
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Tower Road, Epping, Essex CM16 Map |
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Great Monk Wood
Great Monk Wood is a huge piece of woodland located on the
edge of Epping Forest. It is well known because it is one of
the best places for walking in any part of the great forest.
Trails have been carved throughout the wood taking walkers
and ramblers past some of the most beautiful ancient
woodland. The wood is known for containing some of the most
diverse and interesting wildlife in the area.
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Epping Forest, Epping, Essex CM16 Map |
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Hill Hall
This beautiful Elizabethan mansion has some of the earliest
examples of external Renaissance architectural detail of any
property in the country. Within the property are two rare
wall paintings, dated to the 16th Century, depicting
mythical and Biblical characters. The house is operated by
English Heritage and is open to the public by appointment as
parts of the property are still private residences.
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Theydon Bois, Epping, Essex CM16 7QQ Map |
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Hobbs Cross Golf Centre
Hobbs Cross Golf Centre is located just outside Epping in
the Essex countryside. The primary purpose of the facility
is to allow people to play golf without having to be member
of high priced private clubs. The centre is open to all
throughout the year and offers two par 3, 9 hole courses on
the same site. The centre has refreshments available in the
caf�.
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Hobbs Cross Road, Epping, Essex CM16 7NQ Map Hobbs Cross Golf Centre Web site |
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Church of Immaculate Conception
The Church of the Immaculate Conception is a small Roman
Catholic Church at the heart of the Epping community. The
church is a modern building but houses a long term
congregation who have met in Epping for many centuries to
celebrate their love and faith in God. The church likes to
play a prominent role in the affairs of the town.
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Church Hill, Epping, Essex CM16 Map |
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Quaker Meeting House
The Quaker Meeting House is a beautiful facility located at
the northern end of the market town of Epping. The facility
is home to a large community of Quakers who meet here on a
regular basis to worship and pray. The centre is also a
social meeting place and it is from the site that a great
many of the charitable activities of the Quakers are
organised for the benefit of the community.
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Hemnall Street, Epping, Essex CM16 4LN Map |
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St. John the Baptist Church
St. John the Baptist Church is the primary parish church of
the market town of Epping in Essex. The church is quite
spectacular, an example of beautiful ecclesiastical
architecture towering above the high street below. The
church is one of the major focuses of town life and is home
to a large Christian congregation who worship on a regular
basis at the site.
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St. Johns Road, Epping, Essex CM16 5DN Map |
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Wake Valley & Pond
Wake Valley and the pond are one of the most interesting
and visited parts of the vast Epping Forest. Situated just
off one of the main roads that run through the forest
towards the market town of Epping the valley offers a series
of great walking tracks around the water area and off deep
into the wooded wonderland. This is an extremely popular
spot.
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Epping Forest, Epping, Essex CM16 Map |
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War Memorial
The War Memorial is one of the central features of the
northern green area of Epping. It stands prominently on the
major thoroughfare that leads out of the town to the north
towards Harlow. The memorial pays tribute to the many men
and women who throughout the 20th Century made phenomenal
sacrifices to defend the basic freedoms that we enjoy today.
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Frinton-on-Sea
Frinton-on-Sea is a small seaside town in Essex, in
the Tendring district.
It is part of the Frinton and Walton parish.
Developed as a select resort by Sir Richard Cooper and
largely expanded after 1886. The area south of Frinton
Gates was laid out with detached houses set along
broad tree lined avenues and has preserved a unique
local character. The Church of Old St. Mary contains
some interesting panels of William Morris stained
glass in the East window, designed by Burne
Jones. With a reputation as an exclusive resort,
Frinton retains an atmosphere of the 1920s and 30s.
Tree-lined residential avenues sweep down to the
elegant Esplanade and cliff-top greensward. The whole
area was later purchased by a developer with a view to
building an exclusive seaside town for a quiet place
with sands and some wonderful art deco buildings.
Small shops and restaurants in tree-lined The main
shopping street Connaught Avenue has been dubbed the
"Bond Street" of East Anglia that runs from The Gates
to the sea, it didn't get a pub until 2000. Frinton
was the last target in England to be attacked by the
Luftwaffe, in 1944
Frinton only has two points of entry by road, one
being an unadopted road coming from Walton-on-Naze in
the north and the other being the manually-operated
railway gates at the level crossing of the town's
railway station, living inside "The Gates" is more
exclusive than outside.
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The trademark of the links course, the ever-changing
sea breeze, Frinton Golf Club celebrated its Centenary
in 1995 and can look back on a distinguished past. The club
retains the best traditional values and is proud of its
reputation of assuring a warm welcome to members and visitors
alike.
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Founded in 1899 as a private members' club,
Frinton Lawn Tennis, ... Anyone who
visits Frinton tennis club, whether as a player or
spectator, won't forget
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Thurrock Museum
This extensive museum and gallery is housed within the
Thameside Complex. There are forty permanent displays and
twenty temporary exhibitions. In total there are more than
1,500 objects that interpret 250,000 years of Thurrock�s
past. Highlights include the oldest coin to be discovered in
the region that dates from 75BC, the mammoths of Aveley,
historic horse equipment, Victorian post box and much more.
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| Aldborough Hall Equestrian Centre Ltd |
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Aldborough Hall Equestrian Centre Ltd Aldborough Hatch, Ilford IG2 7TE Tel: 01208 590 1433 |
Aldborough Hall Equestrian Centre has for the past 53 years offered Riding Lessons to both Children and Adults and now runs a wide range of courses designed to meet the requirements of our clients |
| Aldersbrook Riding School and Livery Stables |
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Empress Avenue Manor Park E12 5HW Tel : 020 8530 4648 email : contact@aldersbrookriding.co.uk |
The stables have been in Empress Avenue for over 30 years. The links will introduce you to the yard, the staff and most importantly, the horses. In 1973, Ida wanted to get ponies and children together for their mutual benefit. That aim remains today. Over 20 years ago, by popular demand, a livery stables was established. Both businesses continue to express the same ethos with which it started. |
| Armoury Farm Livery Stables |
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Armoury Road West Bergholt Colchester Essex CO6 3JP Tel :01206241939 |
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| Ashingdon Riding Centre |
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Ashingdon Riding Centre Canewdon Road Rochford Essex SS4 3JL Tel : 01702206531 |
Well established small riding school. Lessons for all ages, nervous beginners welcome. All weather manege. Hacking out available. Weight limit 18 st. |
| Attridges Farm Stables |
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Rands Road, High Roding, GREAT DUNMOW, Essex CM6 1NQ
Mobile: 07887 603707 |
Attridges is a family run business run by the proprietors Mr and Mrs A Mathies, who eat, sleep and breathe horses.Horses have been in the family for generations with a wealth of experience to go with.
Andrew runs the Attridges polo club, which is
affiliated, to the HPA. Andrew is a qualified Polo coach
and offers polo lessons to anyone that can ride.
Julia has competed all levels of show jumping,
cross-country, team chasing, eventing and point to point
and has trained and continues to train many good
horses.
There is stabling for 32 horses at Attridges, The polo club is run out of another yard in Bishop Stortford throughout the summer season which is between April and September, and returns to Attridges for the winter Indoor season October to March. |
| Barnards Farm Riding Centre |
Barnards Farm Riding Centre Ms Hannah Mays Debden Green, SAFFRON WALDEN, Essex CB11 3LU Tel: 01371 830043 Email: hmv@fast-mail.net |
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| Barnfields Stables |
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Sewardstone Road Chingford E4 7RH Tel : 0208 529 5200 |
We are a small friendly school with only 10 horses and ponies.
Training to BHS Stage and NVQ courses run.Situated on
Sewardstone Road, 100 yards past 'Freddies' Public House, easily
visible as the only Riding School marks on Sewardstone Road in
the 'A - Z'. |
| The Barrow Farm Group |
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Barrow Farm, Highwood, Chelmsford CM1 3QR Tel: 01277 821538 |
Barrow farm is a dedicated R.D.A. riding school. We teach both
riding and carriage driving to children and adults with special
needs and disabilities. We are between Loves Green and
Blacmore. |
| Belfairs Riding School |
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Belfairs Riding School Belfairs Park Leigh-on-Sea Essex SS9 4LR Tel : 01702 525571 |
Belfairs Riding School offers lessons and hacking for adults
and children of all abilities. Whether you are a beginner or
more experienced rider we have horses and ponies to suit
everyone. We are located in Belfairs Park in Leigh-on-Sea,
Essex, where the surrounding woods provide the ideal place to
enjoy horse-riding. Regular riders can become a member and
take advantage of discounted prices on weekly riding, plus long
bank holidays rides, beach and pub rides and social events
throughout the year. The Southend branch of the Riding for
the Disabled Association also runs regular sessions at the
Riding School. |
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Blue Sabre Riding School |
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Bull Lane
Tiptree Colchester CO5 0BE Tel: 01621 816012 |
We are a small friendly riding school, lessons are graded according to the rider's ability with a maximum of eight in a lesson. From Maldon on B1022 to Colchester. In Tiptree turn right by New Times Pub into Station Road. Second right (by phone box) into Bull Lane. Onto unmade road 200 yards, turn left (signed Blue Sabre Riding School) The car park is at the top of the drive through the gate. |
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Bons Farm Stables |
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Bons Farm Cottages Stapleford Road Stapleford Abbott Romford Essex RM4 1RP Tel :07903245806 |
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| Boyles Court Farm |
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Dark Lane Great Warley Brentwood Essex CM14 5LL Tel : 01277210171 |
Boyles Court Farm is in Brentwood, Boyles Court Farm offers Horse riding, horse riding lessons, horse riding courses, kids horse riding |
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Bretons Equestrian Centre |
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Bretons Cottages Rainham Road Rainham Essex RM13 7LL Tel : 01708524616 |
A large, mainly open recreation ground supporting a variety of activities including football, horse riding and model flying. There is also a large lake surrounded by mature trees. |
| Brick House Farm |
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Haven Road Canvey Island Essex SS8 0NG Tel : 01268683578 |
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Brook Farm Equestrian Centre |
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Stock Road, INGATESTONE, Essex CM4 9PH Tel: 01277 840425 Email: brook.farm@dsl.pipex.com Website: http://www.brookfarm.ws |
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| Brook Farm Riding School |
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Brook Farm Stables Mr B Christmas Colchester Main Road, Alresford, Colchester, Essex CO7 8AP Manager: Mrs Josephine Holland Tel: 01206 822502 Fax: 01206 250469 Email: josephine.holland@virgin.net |
A friendly riding school catering for all ages and abilities. Established over 40 years ago. Lessons are offered in large indoor school with experienced instructors. Hacking available along bridleways nearby. Many activities for children during the school. Weight limit 13 st. |
| Buckhatch Equestrian Centre |
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Buckhatch Lane Rettendon Common Chelmsford Essex CM3 8ES Tel : 01245400199 |
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| Burches Riding School |
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Burches Riding School Great Burches Road, Thundersley SS7 3NF Tel: 01268 776654 Mobile: 0777 6176322 Email: burchesrc@btopenworld.com www.burchesridingcentre.co.uk |
Graham and Lynne Bush. A family run riding school for over 20
years, with the emphasis on safety and fun. A127 to Rayleigh
Weir take the slip road on the left, turn right to Hadleigh,
follow the signpost to Thundersley along Hart road to common
approach and into Great Burches road, the school is 1 mile on
the right. |
| Chelmsford Equestrian Centre |
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Beehive Lane, Galleywood, Chelmsford, CM2 8RJ Tel: 01245 358116 |
Indoor school, 2 outdoor floodlit maneges, cross country course
and showjumps all set in 80 acres. BHS qualified instructors.
Livery available. |
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Church House Farm Livery Yard |
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Church House Farm Hazeleigh Hall Lane Woodham Mortimer Maldon Essex CM9 6GT Tel : 01621828418 |
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Classical Dressage |
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Bury Farm Cottages St. Marys Lane Upminster Essex RM14 3PH Tel : 07778970391 |
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Coach House Livery Stables |
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Little Gregories Little Gregories Lane Theydon Bois Epping Essex CM16 7JP Tel : 01992813751 |
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Colchester Equestrian Centre |
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Park House Layer Road Kingsford Colchester Essex CO2 0HT Tel : 01206734516 |
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| Colchester Garrison Saddle Club |
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Colchester Garrison Saddle Club Fletchers Farm, Rams Farm Road, Fordham, Colchester, CO6 3NT Tel: 01206 242210 Email: cgsc@hotmail.co.uk |
Colchester Garrison Saddle Club is a British Horse Society and
Pony Club approved riding establishment providing lessons for
adults and children from 5 years upwards. Hacking is available
in the local beautiful countryside. Hire of horses and ponies is
available for on site clinics with outside trainers and show
jumping/dressage competitions held regularly throughout the
year. Our facilities include a 40 x 20m indoor school and two
outdoor schools. We also offer NVQ courses run in conjunction
with the college of West Anglia.We are open Monday to Friday
from 10am to 9pm and Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 6pm. |
| Colmar Farm Riding School LTD |
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Colmar Farm Riding School Ltd Weald Park Way, South Weald, Brentwood, CM14 5QH Tel: 01277 203760 Email: info@colmarfarmridingschool.co.uk |
Our Instructors are fully Qualified and teach a wide range of
standards and abilities, to adults and children:- Children: Classes - From the age of 6 years we offer class lessons from total beginners to advanced. These are held at various times and days throughout the week (Please see Timetable)Adults: Classes - These are held on a Tuesday, Thursday & Friday during the day plus Saturday and Sunday afternoons (See Timetable). Complete beginners must have one to one instruction until they are of suitable standard to be allowed into class lessons (See Private Lessons). Please be aware we have a weight limit of 14.5 stone. Private Lessons - These take place on a Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, between the hours of 9am-4pm. Please ring for more details. HACKS: During the summer months we hold regular hack over to South Weald Park. Hacks are held during the rest of the year at various times - weather permitting. New clients must have an assessment lesson before booking a hack. |
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Court Farm Livery |
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Park Lane Aveley South Ockendon Essex RM15 4UD Tel : 01708865659 |
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Crockleford Stud |
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Bromley Road Ardleigh Colchester Essex CO7 7SF Tel : 01206870181 |
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| D'Arcy Riding Stables |
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Chapel Rd Tolleshunt Darcy Maldon CM9 8TL Tel: 01621 860553 |
Established for 25 years the centre offers lessons on a good range of horses and ponies, from the very quiet to those suitable for the more advanced riders. |
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Danbury Carriage Driving Centre |
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Chamberlains Farm Sporehams Lane Danbury CM3 4AJ Tel: 01245 226 745 Fax: 01245 226 745 |
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| Eastminster School of Riding Ltd |
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Eastminster School of Riding Ltd Mr & Mrs Ackland Hooks Hall Farm, The Chase, Rush Green, ROMFORD, Essex RM7 0SS email us Tel: 01708 447423 |
The Riding School is approved by both the Association of British Riding Schools and the British Horse Society to A.I. level. We were established in 1947 and cater for all standards of rider. We are a family run establishment and strive to ensure that everyone enjoys their time with us. We have a good social side with a dinner dance, quiz nights, barbecues, discos and trips to various events. |
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Elmwood Equestrian Centre |
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Elm Farm House Maldon Road Burnham On Crouch Essex CM0 8NT Tel : 01621783216 |
We teach riders of all stages. Plenty of hacking on experienced horses over miles of farm land. B1010 from Althane to Burnham-on-Crouch |
| Epping - Forest Lodge Riding School Ltd |
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Epping Road NR City Limits Epping CM16 5HW Tel : 01992 812137 |
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Essex -
Orsett - Foxhound Riding School Ltd |
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Foxhound Riding School Ltd Baker Street, Orsett RM16 3LJ Tel: 01375 891367 |
Indoor school, outdoor manege and dressage ring. Road safety exam centre. |
| Harold's Park Farm Riding Centre |
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Bumbles Green Nazeing Essex EN9 2SF Telephone .: 01992 893 948 Email .: ridingcentre@haroldspark.co.uk |
Our BHS Approved livery yard has stables to accomodate up to 80 horses. The yard is situated in beautiful rolling Essex countryside. Less than 5 miles from Waltham Abbey and only 20 miles from Central London, we have 500 acres which includes, grazing, hay, Christmas trees and arable land as well as 75 acres of woodland. Our farm has its own grass rides and there is direct access straight onto bridle-paths which lead to Long Green, Galley Hill and Epping Green. Shows are held regularly on a fortnightly basis and the indoor arena even houses a cafe serving snacks, hot and cold drinks where competitors and spectators alike can watch the shows and events at their leisure. Other facilities include a Claydon horse walker, indoor washdown area, horse solarium, tea room, mens and ladies toilets and as well as being BHS approved, the farm is residential. |
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Harwood Hall Competition & Livery Centre |
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Harwood Livery Centre Mrs A Pye The Stables, Harwood Hall Lane, Upminster, Essex RM14 2YG Tel: 01708 222587 Mobile: 07950 876662 Email: ann.pye1@btinternet.com |
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Essex - Romford - Havering Park Riding School & Club |
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Havering Park Riding School & Club David Smyth Havering-Atte-Bower, ROMFORD, Essex RM4 1RJ Tel: 01708 746246 |
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| High Beech Riding School |
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High Beech Riding School Packsaddle Farm, Pynest Green Lane, Waltham Abbey EN9 3QL Tel: 0208 508 8866, Mobile: 0780 851986 Email: office@highbeechridingschool.co.uk |
At High Beech Riding School our aim is to teach you to ride, or improve your riding in a friendly atmosphere and pleasant surroundings. We are situated in Pynest Green Lane and cater for all riders, from teaching the beginner or novice in our indoor school to experienced riders wishing to improve their technique. We also offer hacking with over 6000 acres of woodland to explore. High Beech Riding School is approved by the British Horse Society, The Association of British Riding Schools and a KEITS Training and Assessment centre. |
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Hockley Equestrian Centre |
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Hockley Equestrian Centre Mrs S Coombes and Mrs M Peacock BHSAIRgd Church Road, HOCKLEY, Essex SS5 6AE
Tel: 01702 207166 |
Hockley Equestrian Centre is a friendly family-run horse riding
school that was established in 1981 and is located in an old
part of Hockley, Essex, close to the 12th Century church of St.
Peter and St. Paul.Qualified tuition by BHSAI registered
instructors, suitable for complete novice to advanced levels, is
available in both group and individual lessons.Lessons are
generally either 30 or 60 minutes in duration, and may be
block-booked in advance to receive a discount. Gift vouchers for
Christmas and Birthday presents are also available. As a member
of the Association of British Riding Schools, we are able to
offer riding tests for various skills and at all levels. |
| Lee Valley Riding Centre |
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Lea Bridge Road Leyton, London E10 7QL Tel: 020 8556 2629 Email: ridingcentre@leevalleypark.org.uk |
Set in the heart of East London, in the green surroundings of Lee Valley Regional Park, Lee Valley Riding Centre caters for beginners and experienced riders in a friendly environment. The Centre is a British Horse Society (BHS) accredited riding school and the first equestrian centre in the UK to be awarded a QUEST accreditation � a leisure industry award that recognises best practice. The Riding Centre�s 45 horses and ponies have been carefully chosen to be safe, sensible and fun and include cobs, thoroughbreds and Welsh ponies. |
| Limebrook Farm Riding School and Livery Yard |
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Limebrook Farm Wycke Hill (A414) Maldon Essex CM9 6SH Tel (01621) 853671 Email: info@limebrook.com |
On our website we have information about the Livery Yard and the stables, information about our horses and ponies, and pages of interesting horse facts and information about riding in general, from the history of saddles to articles from William Gibson's 1751 Treatise on Horses. |
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Essex - Chelmsford - Little Montrose Riding Establishment |
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Birchwood Road, Purleigh, CHELMSFORD, Essex CM3 6PR Tel: 01621 828231 Mobile: 07840 925073 |
Small and friendly yard catering for all riders whether novice
or experienced, either riding for fun or working for exams. Weight Limit 12 st. |
| Longwood Equestrian Centre |
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Longwood Equestrian Centre Lelant, Dry Street, Laindon, Basildon SS16 5NG Tel: 01268 541177 Email: info@longwoodec.com |
Longwood has been established for over 30 years not only as a competition centre but as a B.H.S. Approved Riding School with on-site facilities including viewing gallery, cafeteria and tack shop. Our covered Arena is 100'x160' with a similar size silica sand and rubber m�nage. There is ample parking for both cars and horseboxes. We are situated in the south east of England just off the A13. |
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Essex - Althorne - Medway Farm Equestrian Centre |
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Southminster Road Althorne Chelmsford CM3 6EN Tel : 01621 70419 Fax: 01621 740419 Mobile: 07768 353624 Email: debbie_hales@westlb.co.uk |
Medway Farm is a friendly riding school catering for riders of
all levels. We specialise in teaching children in a relaxed and
friendly environment with an emphasis on safety. |
| Mill Lane Riding School |
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Littlebury Hall, Stapleford Road, Chipping Ongar, Essex, CM5 9PF Tel: 01277 366766 |
Small friendly yard, established for 16 years, with indoor school. Children's lessons Saturday mornings and Sunday afternoons. Hacking lessons weekdays/eve. |
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Mudchute Equestrian Centre |
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Pier Street E14 9HP Tel : 020 7515 0749 |
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| Newham Riding School and Association |
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The Docklands Equestrian Centre 2 Claps Gate Lane Beckton E6 Tel : 020 7511 3917 |
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Norton Heath Equestrian Centre |
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Fingrith Hall Lane, Blackmore, Essex CM4 0JN Tel : :- 01277 824860 Fax :- 01277 823948 Email info@nortonheath.com |
Tack Shop for all your equestrian needs.
Telephone (01277) 824035. Licensed bar open Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6 pm and all other show
days. Outdoor Arena
measures 60m x 65m and has a waxed surface, which is ideal for
Dressage, Show jumping and Training. Can be split into 2
arenas. Indoor Arena 25m x 52m with a sand and fibre surface. With its own
viewing gallery and is overlooked by our our licensed bar and
cafe. Not only suitable for equine events but has also been used for
dog shows etc. Cafe. .. or why not enjoy a cold drink or cappuccino and view from
our warm and friendly cafeteria. Drinks, sweets and snacks
available all day, as well as proper home cooking. Stabling
18 stables in a secure barn, plus 42 additional stables mostly
newly refurbished. Bedding can be supplied if required. 60 permanent stables Temporaries can be obtained if they are required. |
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Park Farm Equestrian Centre |
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Park Farm Riding Centre Ltd Mrs Sue Hollingsworth BHSI Park Farm Road, Little Horkesley, COLCHESTER CO6 4FD
Tel: 01206 271535 |
Park Farm Riding Centre provides a selection of horses and
ponies to suit novice and more experienced riders, particularly
children and teenagers, for an enjoyable experience whether it
is a lesson, a club, a holiday course, a mini-camp or even a
birthday party! Lightweight adults are also welcome (under 11.5
stone). Park Farm has been established since 1970 with Sue
Hollingsworth and is approved by the Association of British
Riding Schools. We are located in the attractive
countryside in Little Horkesley on the Essex Suffolk border
within easy reach of the A134 and the B1508. |
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Pied Horse Equitation |
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Skreens Park Farm, Skreen Park, Roxwell, Nr Chelmsford, CM1 4NN. Tel: 01245 248003 Mobile: 07870 147286 Email: cathyglen@lineone.net www.piedhorse.co.uk |
Based in the heart of the Essex countryside, and yet only a few
miles from Chelmsford, Pied Horse Equitation offers quality
riding tuition and livery services to discerning customers. Pied
Horse Equitation is run by Cathy Glen BHSII (Reg'd) and is proud
to be BHS approved as a riding establishment which is subject to
stringent welfare standards and fully insured and we also
recently received approval from the ABRS (Association of British
Riding Schools). |
| Essex - Chigwell - Pony Riding for the Disabled Trust |
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Chigwell Riding Trust for Special Needs Chigwell Riding Trust Grange Farm High Road Chigwell IG7 6DP Tel : 020 8500 6051 Fax: 020 8502 6521 |
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Queen Elizabeth Riding School |
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Forest Side Chingford E4 6BA Tel : 020 8529 1223 |
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| Essex - Benfleet - Ragwood Riding Centre |
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Ragwood Riding Centre Mrs Sheila Meggison and Mrs Chris Lazell 154 Daws Heath Road, Thundersley, BENFLEET, Essex SS7 2TB
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Rawreth Equestrian Centre |
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Rawreth Equestrian Centre Church Road, Rawreth, Wickford SS11 8SH Tel: 01268 733008 |
Rawreth Equestrian Centre, owned by Lorraine and Steve Jack. We
have been established as a BHS Approved Riding School and Livery
Yard for over 15 years. Through the School we can offer lessons
from the beginner to the advanced rider and cater for children
as well as adults. We also run a Riding session for the
Disabled. Our livery service caters for all horses and ponies,
from children's first ponies through to the competition horse
and everything in between! |
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Rayne Riding Centre |
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Rayne Riding Centre Fairy Hall Lane, Rayne, Braintree CM77 6SZ Tel: 01376 322231 |
Rayne Riding Centre is situated 2 miles West of Braintree.
Established in 1982, we were B.H.S approved from the start and
are developing into a teaching and exam centre. We hold stage I
,II and riding and road safety exams gaining the B.H.S centre of
excellence in 2002. The chief instructress is Mrs. Carolyn
Pewter who is B.H.S SM IT BHSAI registered. As well as teaching and organsising hacks in the local countryside, We also run various dressage and jumping events for our clients. |
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Runningwell Equestrian Club |
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Warren Road, Rettendon Common, Chelmsford CM3 8DG Tel/Fax: 01268 711221 Email: info@runningwell.co.uk |
Runningwell Equestrian Centre is set in 25 acres of grounds,
which is not only home to the BHS and ABRS approved riding
school, Liveries, staff and students, but also to Ruth and
Ian, so they are constantly on site to supervise the daily
running of the centre. We have a wide range of extremely well maintained facilities. We are constantly improving our centre, and our aim is to provide high quality facilities for our clients. Below is a list of the facilities that we currently have to offer.Runningwell are also equiped to cater for parties,events and social functions. Schools and Private groups are welcome... |
| Saffron Walden & District Riding Club - Radwinter |
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Shopland Hall Equestrian Centre |
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Shopland Hall Equestrian Centre Shopland Road, Rochford SS4 1LT Tel: 01702 543 377 Fax : 01702 530600 info@shoplandhall.co.uk |
Shopland Hall is a family run Equestrian Centre, surrounded by
countryside yet only 5 minutes from Southend on Sea. First
opened in November 1992, it has become a Riding School, Show
Centre and Training Centre of some repute. Our indoor school
allows riding to take place in bad weather and provides a safe
environment for our beginners. Outdoor facilities include a two floodlit all weather menages, two jumping paddocks, several standards of Cross-country courses and hacking on private tracks.Some of these facilities are available for hire. Riding Instruction Instruction is available for all standards from beginner to BHS instructor level, children and adults. Our youngest rider to date is 14 months old, our oldest rider - we didn't ask With Fun Days, 'Own a Pony for 2 days', Children's Birthday Parties, Progressive Riding Tests and Clients shows, we aim to provide more than just riding lessons. |
| Squirrels Stables |
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Squirrels Stables Katy and Owen Griffiths Old Mead Road, Henham, Bishops Stortford CM22 6JQ Tel: 01279 850461 Mobile: 07867 591458 Email: griffiths40@tiscali.co.uk Website: http://www.squirrelsstables.co.uk |
We are located in Henham near Bishop's Stortford and Saffron
Walden.We are a riding school mainly for children aged from 5 to
16, from beginner to advanced. Tuition is given on our
well schooled ponies in groups of no more than 4. Go to 'Our
Ponies' to learn more about them. The lesson prices range from
half hour group lessons at �15 (although if you pay for a six
week course in advance this is reduced to �12 per lesson) to �25
for a half hour individual lesson. Please telephone for other
prices. We also cater for Birthday Parties, have Own a Pony
Mornings and are affiliated to The Pony Club. We can now offer
tuition for adults during the week and by arrangement at
weekends. Hacking is also available but only after an assessment
by our instructors. |
| St. Margaret�s Riding School |
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St. Margaret�s Riding School Botney Hill Road Little Bursted Billericay Essex CM12 9SJ Tel: 01277 632438. Mob : 0776 5125686 email:info@stmargaretsridingschool.co.uk |
We are a fully licensed riding school and livery yard. We
provide riding lessons; with over twenty years experience, our
riding school will give you a great day out, no matter what your
experience. We can stable your horse; we currently look
after six of our customer's horses and are able to keep yours in
equine paradise. We offer livery; our stables are warm and dry
and the grass is green. All set in the beautiful countryside of
Essex. |
| Essex - Grays - Tally Ho Riding School |
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Biggin Lane Chadwell St. Mary Tel : 01375 858038 |
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Tiptree Equestrian Centre |
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Simpson's Lane Tiptree Essex CO5 0PP Tel : 01621 815552 |
We offer riding lessons on well schooled horses and
ponies. All types of livery for your horse or pony are
available We hold regular shows and classes in dressage
and show jumping and are extremely fortunate to have fantastic
hacking nearby including EAFR rides. |
| Unex Towerlands - Braintree |
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Woodredon Riding School |
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Woodredon Riding School Woodredon Farm Lane, Upshire, Waltham Abbey EN9 3SX Tel: 01992 714312/711144 Mobile: 07951 609577 Email: woodredon.ec@virgin.net Website: http://www.woodredonec.co.uk |
Woodredon Equestrian Centre is a family run, purpose built
riding school and livery yard sited in 45 acres. We are approved
by the ABRS and BHS. Our experienced team of qualified
instructors have many years experience in teaching people to
ride through all stages and levels, from absolute beginner to
accomplished competitor. Woodredon EC is surrounded by the
historic Epping Forest with the provision of approximately 50
miles of tracks which form a network for all year round hacking.
We offer lessons for all abilities from age 4 years onwards, for
adults as well as children. We offer training in jumping for
novice through to affiliated competitors as well as dressage
training and advanced flatwork lessons. Our lessons vary from
private tuition to group lessons and organised hacks through the
forest for both children (including lead rein) and adults. |
| Woodlands Dressage Centre - Chingford |
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Writtle College |
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Writtle College Cow Watering Lane, Writtle, Chelmsford CM1 3SD Tel: 01245 420705 www.writtle.ac.uk |
Equine is a leisure pastime, professional sporting activity and
a thriving industry that offers employment opportunities on all
levels. The equine industry can be broadly divided into the
Thoroughbred and non-Thoroughbred sectors. Most people in the
horse world start with practical jobs such as being a stud
groom, riding instructor, equine physiotherapist or yard
manager. Nowadays there are plenty of opportunities on the
research side such as working in nutrition, horse
rehabilitation, technical veterinary support or equine welfare.
The College's Equine Training and Development Unit provides
stabling for around 40 horses and incorporates a range of stable
designs. There is also a 50 x 40m indoor arena and two outdoor
arenas, horse walker, jumping paddocks and a cross country
course. At the Unit students can develop practical skills, from
grooming, tacking up and clipping through to lungeing and first
aid skills. The Lordships Stud is an extensive working stud unit
which houses a variety of broodmares, foals, stallions and
youngstock. It operates as a commercial stud and as an excellent
educational facility for students.In line with BHS training
centre standards and due to the nature of the horses at the
unit, we ask that students weigh no more than 13 stone.
Non-riding stud options are available where appropriate. |
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FAMOUS PEOPLE FROM ESSEX
Birthplace of: Joseph Lister, Ian Holm, John Constable, Dudley Moore, Jamie Oliver, Ronnie O'Sullivan, Roger Penrose, Alf Ramsey, John Ray, John Strutt - Lord Rayleigh, Edgell Rickword, Maggie Smith, Sydney Smith, Jack Straw, Dick Turpin, Sidney Bernstein, Jilly Cooper, Noel Edmonds, John Fowles, Frank Lampard, John Terry, Terry Venables, Alison Moyet, Rik Mayall, Tony Adams, William Gilbert, Graham Gooch, Sally Gunnell, Damon Albarn, Nigel Benn, Russell Brand, Darren Day, Richard Madeley, Keith Flint, Barry Hearn, Ross Kemp, Richard Littlejohn, Dermot O'Leary, Joe Pasquale, Denise Van Outen, John Harvey, John Heenan, Philemon Holland, Richard Ingrams, Ian MacLaren, Coventry Patmore, Ruth Pitter, Thomas Plume, Samuel Purchas, Francis Quarles, Evelyn Ruggles-Brise, Rodney Smith, Charles Spurgeon, Alan Davies, Nick Berry, Mark Foster, Ruth Rendell, Wat Tyler, Wat Tyler,
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The Kingdom of Essex prospered until the reign of King
Sigeric 758 - 798. He abdicated in 798, in favour of King
Sigered. Shortly after this the Kingdom of Essex was annexed
by the Mercian King Beornwulf. In 812, Sigered of Essex was
demoted from a king to a duke by his Mercian overlords. The
Mercian control of Essex was short and was ended when King
Ecgbert of Wessex defeated the Mercian forces at the Battle of
Ellendun in 825, and Beornwulf himself was killed while
dealing with a rebellion in East Anglia.
The Kings of Essex
