History & Heritage in Basildon

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RHS Garden Hyde Hall
Attraction
Adults £15.85

RHS Garden Hyde Hall

Experience botanical wonders in a sprawling garden. Explore diverse landscapes, vibrant floral displays, and tranquil retreats.

Attraction
Free

Hylands Estate

A Grade II* neo-classical villa situated within Hylands Park a 232-hectare (574 acre) park south-west of Chelmsford in Essex in South East England.

Chelmsford Cathedral
Attraction
Free

Chelmsford Cathedral

Discover a place of tranquility and history. Marvel at stunning architecture, beautiful stained glass, and immerse in spiritual reflection.

Fort Amherst
Attraction

Fort Amherst

Fort Amherst, a Napoleonic Fort, is a visitor attraction based in Chatham, Medway Kent. A great day out for all the family.

Lesnes Abbey Woods
Attraction
Free

Lesnes Abbey Woods

Situated in South East London, this unique site offers 88 hectares of ancient woodland, a park and a ruined abbey.

Attraction
Free

The Cressing Temple Barns

Given to the Knights Templar in 1137, its Grade I-listed barley and wheat barns are among the oldest timber barns and Templar buildings in England.

Attraction
Adults £6

Stoneacre

Medieval yeoman's house and garden

Attraction
Adults £147.60

Ightham Mote

A stunning medieval moated manor house. Come and discover it's rich history. One of the most complete small medieval manor houses in the country.

Attraction
From £18

Go Ape Leeds Castle

Book now to conquer the castle at Leeds Castle in Maidstone Kent. Featuring a hair raising zip wire 20m above the floor.

Leeds Castle
Attraction
Adults from £22.50

Leeds Castle

Explore almost nine centuries of history and discover the gardens, maze, falconry and events, including Motors by the Moat and the Grand Medieval Joust!