Welcome to Chelmsford

Chelmsford is a city located in the county of Essex, England. It is the county town of Essex and has a population of approximately 170,000 people. The city is situated on the River Can and is known for its rich history, beautiful architecture, and vibrant culture. Chelmsford is a popular destination for tourists and visitors who come to explore its many attractions and enjoy its lively atmosphere.

One of the most notable attractions in Chelmsford is the Chelmsford Cathedral. This stunning cathedral is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and is one of the most impressive buildings in the city. The cathedral dates back to the 15th century and is home to a number of important religious artifacts and works of art. Visitors can take a guided tour of the cathedral and learn about its history and significance.

Another popular attraction in Chelmsford is the Hylands House and Estate. This beautiful estate is located on the outskirts of the city and is home to a stunning Georgian mansion, beautiful gardens, and a number of walking trails. Visitors can explore the mansion and learn about its history, or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll through the gardens and grounds. The estate is also home to a number of events and festivals throughout the year, including the popular V Festival.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: 8.1°C

Feels Like: 6.8°C

Wind: 4.9 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
The Cathedral Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Chelmsford Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Linda Wiskin	Victoria Road Chelmsford Essex CM1 1PA 01245354459 School Website
King Edward Vi Grammar School Chelmsford Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Tom Carter	Broomfield Road Chelmsford Essex CM1 3SX 01245353510 School Website
Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lesley Roche	New London Road Chelmsford Essex CM2 0RG 01245353755 School Website
Anglia Ruskin University Higher Education Institutions Head Teacher Professor Roderick Watkins	Rivermead Campus Bishop Hall Lane Chelmsford Essex CM1 1SQ 1245493131 School Website
Maltese Road Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Nicholas Rudman	Maltese Road Chelmsford Essex CM1 2PA 01245357860 School Website
Chelmsford County High School For Girls Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Stephen Lawlor	Broomfield Road Chelmsford Essex CM1 1RW 01245352592 School Website
St Anne's School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Valerie Eveleigh	154 London Road Chelmsford Essex CM2 0AW 1245353488 School Website
Trinity Road Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Natasha Outhwaite	Trinity Road Chelmsford Essex CM2 6HS 01245354517 School Website
St Cedd's School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Clarke	178A New London Road Chelmsford Essex CM2 0AR 1245392810 School Website
Community College Initiative Ltd Special Post 16 Institution Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mr John Carswell	Unit 36 Waterhouse Business Centre Unit 36, Waterhouse Business Centre Chelmsford Essex CM1 2QE 1245204075 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chelmsford Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1HT 0.03 Miles

Hatfield Peverel Station Road, Hatfield Peverel, Essex, CM3 2DX 6.08 Miles

Ingatestone Station Lane, Ingatestone, Essex, CM4 0BW 6.11 Miles

Billericay Radford Way, Billericay, Essex, CM12 0BP 7.69 Miles

South Woodham Ferrers Hullbridge Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Essex, CM3 5NQ 8.37 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Chauffeur Cars Essex (Chelmsford) Ltd 01245 707435 Victoria House, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1JR 0.02 Miles
Airport Taxis Chelmsford 07761 196045 Dorset House, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1TB 0.02 Miles
A And S Executive Ltd 01245 707435 Victoria House, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1JR 0.02 Miles
Chelmsford Taxis 01245 349898 Dorset House 25 Duke St, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1TB 0.02 Miles
West End Taxis 01245 354646 34 Duke St, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1HY 0.14 Miles
Graham Chauffeur Services 01245 354444 Bishop Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1PX 0.26 Miles
Chelmsford Taxi Cabs 01245 354040 20 Eckersley Rd, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1SL 0.31 Miles
Taxi-Chelmsford 07961 316159 Baddow Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0HA 0.52 Miles
Ultimate Cars 020 7060 7207 Office 1/Corporation Rd, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 2AR 0.59 Miles
Crown Limousine Hire 01245 456605 6 Corporation Rd, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 2AR 0.59 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Cm1 42 Duke Street Old P O Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Sunday Last Collection:17:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cm1 460 Saracens Head Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Cm1 42 Duke Street Old Po Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Sunday Last Collection:17:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cm1 901 W H Smith Indoor Box Ground Floor Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:13:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cm2 75D Lower New London Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm1 401D Salmon Parade Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm2 443 Tesco Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Cm1 481D Rivermead Gate Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm1 06D Cramphorn Walk Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm1 132D Rainsford Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm2 07 Springfield Road Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Cm2 07 Springfield Road Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Cm1 435D Keenes Homes Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm2 518 Meadows Shopping Centre Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Cm2 41 Moulsham Street Spso Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Rivermead Gate Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	123 Rectory Lane Chelmsford CM1 1TR
Rivermead Gate Med.Ctr. 01245 348688	Rivermead Gate Med.Ctr. 123 Rectory Road Chelmsford Essex CM1 1TR
Beauchamp House 01245 262255	Beauchamp House 37 Baddow Road Chelmsford Essex CM2 0DB
Chelmsford City Health Pcn Hub 01245 262255	Beauchamp House 37 Baddow Road Chelmsford Essex CM2 0DB
Whitley House Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	2 Crompton House Writtle Road Chelmsford CM1 3RW

Local Stores

New Street - Chelmsford
Corner of Marconi Street and New St
Chelmsford
Essex
CM1 1PP
01245 256825
Store Website
0.29 miles

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SPAR - Boreham
1 - 2 Abercorn House
Butterfield Road
Boreham
CM3 3BT
01245 850541
Store Website
3.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Elm House Veterinary Centre
12 Elm Road Chelmsford Essex CM2 0JL 01245 352525 postmaster@elmhousevets.co.uk Website 0.79 miles
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Medivet Chelmsford
343 Springfield Road Chelmsford Essex CM2 6AN 01245 252276 chelmsford@medivet.co.uk Website 1.11 miles
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Vets4pets Chelmsford
Inside Pets At Home Chelmer Village Retail Park Chelmer Village Way Chelmsford Essex CM2 6XE 01245 228 914 chelmsford@vets4pets.com Website 1.14 miles
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Spring Lodge Veterinary Centre
295 Broomfield Road Chelmsford Essex CM1 4DU 01245 250925 Website 1.24 miles
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Vista Vets
Unit 11, Trade City Montrose Road Chelmsford Essex CM2 6TE reception@vistavets.co.uk Website 1.57 miles

Animals Treated
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Rspca Essex Mid &Amp; North Branch
Fao Anna Drake 32-34 Maldon Road Great Baddow Chelmsford Essex CM2 7DL 01245 478886 1.87 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Hylands Park
Caretakers House London Rd Writtle Chelmsford CM2 8WQ 2.29 miles

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Holybred Woods
Holybred Wood Is An Area Of 21 Acres Of Ancient Woodland In The Village Of Little Baddow. It Comprises Mostly Hornbeam Coppice, Oak, Sweet Chestnut, Birch And Holly With An Under-Storey Containing Bluebell And Wood Anemone. The Wood Is A Haven For Many Types Of Wildlife Including Badgers. Chelmsford Lancashire 4.04 miles

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Thrift Wood Nature Reserve
Woodland Area With A Number Of Well Trodden Paths Away From Traffic. Limited Parking At Address Above But More Parking Is Available Nearby With Easy Access To The Nature Reserve. Bicknacre Chelmsford CM3 4HW 6.29 miles Parking Is Available For One Or Two Vehicles Along Main Road, However Vehicle Access Is Possible With Space To Park All Year Round Via Bridleway Opposite The Drunken Dragon Restaurant.

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Norsey Woods
Norsey Wood Is A 67.2 Hectare Biological Site Of Special Scientific Interest In Billericay, Essex. It Is Also A Local Nature Reserve And A Scheduled Monument. The Site Is Ancient Oak Woodland On Acid Soil Which Has Been Converted To Mixed Sweet Chestnut Coppice. Plenty Of Paths + Disabled Access Which Will Take Wheelchairs. Picnic Areas For Families (No Dogs Allowed In Picnic Area) Billericay Lancashire CM11 1HA 7.15 miles

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Garnetts Wood
Garnetts Wood Trail Dunmow CM6 1NG 8.19 miles Cm6 1Nd Is A Nearby Postcode. Some Sat Navs Recognise &Quot;Garnett'S Wood Trail&Quot; As A Road And Will Take You Directly There.

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Garnetts Wood
Garnetts Wood Trail Dunmow CM6 1NG 8.19 miles Os Grid Reference Tl63491845

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Weather Forecast

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