Welcome to Great Bardfield

Great Bardfield is a picturesque village located in the Braintree district of Essex, England. The village is known for its beautiful countryside, historic buildings, and vibrant community. The village has a rich history dating back to the medieval period, and many of the buildings in the village are listed as historic landmarks. The village is also home to several art galleries and studios, which attract artists and art enthusiasts from all over the world.

One of the most notable landmarks in Great Bardfield is the St. Mary the Virgin Church, which dates back to the 14th century. The church is a beautiful example of medieval architecture and features stunning stained glass windows and intricate carvings. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another popular attraction in Great Bardfield is the Bardfield Gallery, which showcases the work of local artists and hosts regular exhibitions and events.

Great Bardfield is also known for its vibrant community, which is made up of friendly and welcoming locals. The village has a range of amenities, including a post office, a village hall, and several pubs and restaurants. The village also hosts a range of events throughout the year, including a popular annual arts festival, which attracts visitors from all over the world. Overall, Great Bardfield is a charming and welcoming village that offers visitors a unique glimpse into the history and culture of rural England.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 19.4°C

Feels Like: 19.4°C

Wind: 4.3 MPH

Wind Dir: WSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Great Bardfield Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Liz Crow	Braintree Road Great Bardfield Braintree Essex CM7 4RN 01371810252 School Website
Finchingfield St John The Baptist Cofe Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Martin Hawrylak	Vicarage Road Finchingfield Braintree Essex CM7 4LD 1371810423 School Website
Wethersfield Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jinnie Nichols	Silver Street Wethersfield Braintree Essex CM7 4BP 01371850220 School Website
Shalford Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Penney	Church End Shalford Braintree Essex CM7 5EZ 1371850336 School Website
Great Sampford Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Amy Reis	Finchingfield Road Great Sampford Saffron Walden Essex CB10 2RL 01799586280 School Website
Thaxted Primary School Foundation School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Caroline Crompton	Bardfield Road Thaxted Dunmow Essex CM6 2LW 01371830240 School Website
Stebbing Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lucy Mawson	Stebbing Dunmow Essex CM6 3SH 01371856260 School Website
Great Easton Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Claire Jackman	Great Easton Snow Hill Dunmow Essex CM6 2DR 01371870219 School Website
Helena Romanes School And Sixth Form Centre Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Catherine Davis	Parsonage Downs Dunmow Essex CM6 2AU 01371872560 School Website
Rayne Primary And Nursery School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Debra Price	Capel Road Rayne Braintree CM77 6BZ 1376324959 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Braintree Station Approach, Braintree, Essex, CM7 3QL 7.18 Miles

Braintree Freeport Chapel Hill Retail Park, Braintree, Essex, CM77 8YH 7.91 Miles

Stansted Airport Under The Airport Terminal, Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW 8.60 Miles

Cressing Bulford Lane, Tye Green, Essex, CM77 8NT 8.98 Miles

Elsenham Station Road, New Road, Elsenham, Essex, CM22 6HA 9.13 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Ria Cars 07946 275585 3 Gridiron Villas, Braintree, Essex, CM7 4TW 0.78 Miles
Style Travel 01371 853016 Lynton/Church End, Braintree, Essex, CM7 5EZ 3.39 Miles
Roche Cars 01371 830451 22 Wainsfield Villas, Great Dunmow, Essex, CM6 2LS 3.58 Miles
Terry's Airport Runs 01371 851266 The Mews Piccotts Lane, Braintree, Essex, CM7 5DW 3.63 Miles
K1 Executive Cars 0800 612 4788 Highfields/Shalford Rd, Braintree, Essex, CM7 5AS 4.24 Miles
Conceirge Chauffeur 07788 414163 Mckenzie House, Braintree, Essex, CM7 2RT 6.13 Miles
Concierge Chauffeur 01376 529999 Unit 11/Crittall Dr, Braintree, Essex, CM7 2RT 6.13 Miles
Airport Cars 0845 301 1113 Little Canfield, Great Dunmow, Essex, CM6 1GW 6.34 Miles
Tm Executive Cars 01376 340005 305 Ranye Road, Braintree, Essex, CM7 2QG 6.40 Miles
Barnston Luxury Travel 01371 879922 1St Floor Unit 2, Great Dunmow, Essex, CM6 1XN 6.44 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Cm7 48 - Great Bardfield Old Po No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm7 26D - Great Bardfield Church No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm7 72D - Dunmow Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm7 71D - Bridge End No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm7 5 - Wainsford Farm No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm7 109 - Great Bardfield Spso No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cm7 32D - Church End No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm7 64 - Oxen End No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm7 30D - Walthams Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm7 63 - Hawkspur Green No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm7 51 - Finchingfield Spso No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cm7 73 - Duck End No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm7 68D - Wethersfield Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm7 43 - Parkhall Lodge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm6 236 - Bustard Green No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Colne Valley Pcn Hub 01371 810328	Freshwell Health Centre Wethersfield Road Braintree Essex CM7 4BQ
The Freshford Practice 01371 810328	The Freshwell Health Ctr. Wethersfield Road Finchingfield,Braintree Essex CM7 4BQ
Thaxted Surgery 01371 830213	The Surgery Margaret Street Thaxted Essex CM6 2QN
Angel Lane Surgery 01371 872122	Angel Lane Surgery Angel Lane Great Dunmow Essex CM6 1AQ
John Tasker House Surgery 01371 872121	John Tasker House 56 New Street Great Dunmow Essex CM6 1BH

Local Stores

Great Bardfield
1 St. Johns Terrace
Brook Street
Great Bardfield
Essex
CM7 4RQ
01371 811836
Store Website
0.16 miles

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SPAR - BP Bradwell Service Station
COGGESHALL ROAD
BRADWELL
CM77 8EE
01376 563 926
Store Website
9.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Fuller Equine Ltd
Codham Little Park Farm, Unit 6 Codham Park Drive Beazley End Braintree Essex CM7 5JQ 01371 850532 Fullerequine@gmail.com 4.07 miles

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Moloney Veterinary Clinics
Marks Farm Veterinary Centre The Broadway Great Dunmow Essex CM6 3BQ 01371 872102 Website 4.92 miles
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Apollo Vets Dunmow
9 Stortford Road Dunmow Essex CM6 1DA 01371 871 616 admin@petvetsbraintree.co.uk Website 6.06 miles
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Mercer And Hughes Veterinary Surgery
175-179 Church Lane Bocking Braintree Essex CM7 5SG 01799 522082 practicemanager@mercerandhughes.co.uk Website 6.08 miles

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Mercer &Amp; Hughes Ltd
Units 5-6 Chelmsford Road Industrial Estate Great Dunmow Essex CM6 1HD 01371 872 836 greatdunmow@mercerandhughes.co.uk Website 6.30 miles
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Spring Lodge Veterinary Centre
The Green Great Notley Braintree Essex CM77 7US 01376 345644 springlodgevet@aol.com Website 7.24 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Thaxted Windmill
Margaret St Thaxted Dunmow CM6 2QN 3.96 miles Cm6 2Qn Is The Postcode For The Car Park

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Braintree River Blackwater Walk (Nr Fairview)
Start Either At Convent Lane Or River Mead And Then Walk The Loop. Access From Fairview Estate 1 Trafalgar Way Braintree Lancashire CM7 9LP 7.07 miles

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Garnetts Wood
Garnetts Wood Trail Dunmow CM6 1NG 7.94 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 7.94 miles Os Grid Reference Tl63491845

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Millennium Woods Castle Camps
1 Church Ln 8.32 miles Cb21 4Th Is The Nearest Postcode - Look For The Small Brick Built Water Pumping Station

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Marks Hall Estate Heli Hounds
Get Your Four-Legged Friends Ready As You Join Over 300 Other Dog Walkers For A Scenic Stroll Through The Marks Hall Estate In Essex. 1 Marks Hall Rd Colchester Lancashire CO6 1TG 10.88 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	11.5°C	9.4°C	7.5°C	6.3°C	9.6°C	14.2°C	17.7°C	19.9°C	19.6°C	18.5°C	16.5°C	15.5°C
Feels Like	11.1°C	9°C	6.9°C	6°C	9.4°C	14.2°C	17.7°C	19.9°C	19.6°C	18.5°C	16.5°C	15.5°C

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Temp	14.6°C	13.5°C	12.9°C	12.6°C	12.3°C	13.1°C	13.2°C	14.1°C	14.6°C	14.4°C	14°C	13.2°C
Feels Like	14.4°C	12.9°C	11.8°C	11.5°C	10.6°C	11.6°C	11.7°C	13.3°C	14.2°C	13.5°C	13.1°C	12°C

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