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Chelmsford Cathedral

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Chelmsford Cathedral

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

0.1 mls
Chelmsford Museum

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Chelmsford Museum

Explore local history and culture in a captivating museum. Delve into interactive exhibits, ancient artifacts, and fascinating displays.

1.1 mls
Essex Police Museum

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Essex Police Museum

Step into the history of law enforcement. Discover intriguing exhibits showcasing the evolution of policing in Essex.

1.2 mls
Hylands Estate

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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.

2.4 mls
The Cressing Temple Barns

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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.

9.0 mls
Belfairs Woodland Centre
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Belfairs Woodland Centre

The Woodland Centre provides a space for schools, groups and families to learn about south Essexs fantastic ancient woodlands in an interactive way.

14.4 mls
Thames Chase Forest Centre

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Thames Chase Forest Centre

The Thames Chase Trust aims to make the Thames Chase Community Forest an inspirational example of landscape regeneration.

15.2 mls
Photo Hunt Scavenger Game Hornchurch

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Photo Hunt Scavenger Game Hornchurch

Looking for things to do? Get out and about and use your local knowledge and observation skills to identify locations of the photos within the area map.

16.2 mls
Thurrock Thameside Nature Park

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Thurrock Thameside Nature Park

Footpaths and cycle ways in 120 acres of nature park, which will expand to 845 acres. Great birdwatching - and ship watching.

16.3 mls
Cely Woods

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Cely Woods

A picturesque woodland in Upminster, known for its serene nature trails, wildlife, and a peaceful escape from city life.

17.4 mls
Chafford Gorges Nature Park

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Chafford Gorges Nature Park

Chafford Gorges nature park and visitors centre offers 200 acres of green space for numerous wildlife and recreation.

18.6 mls
Lesnes Abbey Woods

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Lesnes Abbey Woods

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

22.6 mls
Beacon Wood Country Park

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Beacon Wood Country Park

Beacon Wood is a relatively new park, but it has rapidly become a firm favourite with locals due to its rolling, varied woodland and interesting history.

23.1 mls

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