Chemsford

The large market town of Chelmsford in the county of Essex is within easy reach of London and therefore, a commuter town. This close proximity to London led Henry VIII to keep a hunting lodge at what is now ‘New Hall School’ in Boreham. The history of this area can be discovered at the Chelmsford Museum in Oaklands Park; a local history and industrial heritage museum that includes exhibits and interactive displays and illustrating the development of the town from prehistory through to the Chelmsford of today. Further historic insights can be found at Sandon Mill, with displays from Chelmsford's telecommunications, electrical engineering and rolling bearings industries.

Chelmsford is a vibrant and cosmopolitan county town with history to explore, lovely parks, excellent sporting, leisure and arts facilities, plenty of shopping, dining and nightlife options, festivals and the broad, rich countryside surrounding it. The Essex countryside is ideal for cycling and all sort of outdoor activities are catered for here.