Sightseeing
RHS Garden Hyde Hall
Creephedge LaneLondon
Just a 30 minute train journey into London Liverpool Street station
Neighbourhoods
Chelmsford
Hylands Park
10 Meadgate TerraceMaldon
Food scene
Leigh-on-Sea
Excellent local pub only 500 yards up the road. Good food and welcoming staff, also dog friendly
7 locals recommend
The Cricketers
Mill Green RoadExcellent local pub only 500 yards up the road. Good food and welcoming staff, also dog friendly
Mersea Island
City advice
What to pack
Walking boots for the local trails
Surrounded by beautiful countryside and historic woodland there are lots of excellent walks I am happy to advise on. Mixture of distances and terrains but all suitable for beginners or intermediate walkers.