Welcome to Totham Plains

Totham Plains is a small village located in the county of Essex, England. The village is situated in the Maldon district and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village has a population of around 500 people and is home to a number of small businesses and shops.

Totham Plains is a popular destination for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of nature reserves and parks. The nearby River Blackwater is a popular spot for fishing and boating, and there are a number of walking trails that offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the St. Nicholas Church, which dates back to the 12th century.

Despite its small size, Totham Plains has a strong sense of community and is home to a number of local events and festivals throughout the year. The village hosts an annual summer fete, which is a popular event for locals and visitors alike. The fete features a range of activities and attractions, including live music, food stalls, and games. The village also hosts a number of other events throughout the year, including a Christmas market and a fireworks display to celebrate Bonfire Night.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School	Details
Great Totham Primary School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Sarah Vass	Walden House Road Great Totham Maldon Essex CM9 8PN 01621891091 School Website
Heybridge Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Waltham	Rowan Drive Heybridge Maldon Essex CM9 4TU 01621854082 School Website
Mid Essex Co-Operative Academy Academy Alternative Provision Converter Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mr Richard Skyers	The Street Heybridge Maldon Essex CM9 4NB 1621856275 School Website
Maldon Court Preparatory School Other Independent School Ages:1-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elaine Mason	Silver Street Maldon Essex CM9 4QE 1621853529 School Website
St Francis Catholic Primary School Maldon Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Ginzler-Maher	London Road Maldon Essex CM9 6HN 01621856698 School Website
Tiptree Heath Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Samantha King	103 Maldon Road Tiptree Colchester Essex CO5 0PG 1621815445 School Website
All Saints Maldon Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Philip Brown	Highlands Drive Maldon Essex CM9 6HY 01621853519 School Website
Plume School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Carl Wakefield	Fambridge Road Maldon Essex CM9 6AB 01621854681 School Website
Maldon Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Deborah Conroy	Wantz Chase Maldon Essex CM9 5DQ 1621853409 School Website
Howbridge Church Of England Junior School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Lisa Dale	Howbridge Road Witham Essex CM8 1BZ 01376501648 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Witham Albert Road, Witham, Essex, CM8 2BS 3.65 Miles

Hatfield Peverel Station Road, Hatfield Peverel, Essex, CM3 2DX 4.70 Miles

Kelvedon Station Road, Kelvedon, Essex, CO5 9NP 4.90 Miles

White Notley Station Road, White Notley, Essex, CM8 1RP 6.56 Miles

North Fambridge Station Road, North Fambridge, Essex, CM3 6NP 7.18 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Sl Executive Ltd 01621 893409 Pine Lodge, Maldon, Essex, CM9 8LB 1.55 Miles
Jamies Taxi 01621 857168 46 Hillary Close, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4UB 1.93 Miles
Roadrunner Taxi Service 07970 654138 113 Goldhanger Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4QS 2.20 Miles
Arrow Taxis 01621 855111 Station Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4LQ 2.57 Miles
Beckingham Chauffeur Co 01621 869993 Beckingham Cottage, Maldon, Essex, CM9 8EH 2.66 Miles
Banyards Taxis And Mini Buses 01621 850850 177 High Street, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5BS 2.85 Miles
Pegasus Private Hire 07702 241029 46 Fambridge Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6AF 3.06 Miles
Beeline Taxis 01621 852633 12 Park Drive, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5JG 3.17 Miles
Knights Taxis 01376 518383 1A Guithavon Street, Witham, Essex, CM8 1BJ 3.43 Miles
S S Cabs 01621 817399 68B Church Road, Colchester, Essex, CO5 0HB 3.49 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Cm9 137 - Great Totham Post Office Collection Today available until:09:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:30 Sunday Last Collection:16:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cm9 320D - Maldon Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm9 55D - Plains Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm9 324 - Broad Street Green Collection Today available until:11:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Cm9 149 - Compasses Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Cm8 120D - Beacon House No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm8 338D - Kelvedon Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm8 2269 - Wickham Bishops Spso Collection Today available until:09:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:09:30 Sunday Last Collection:16:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cm8 269 - Wickam Bishops Spso Collection Today available until:09:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:09:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cm9 214D - Broad Street Green No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm8 154D - Little Braxted No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm8 299D - Wellands No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm9 236 - Post Office Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Cm9 183 - Little Renters Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Cm9 387D - Pennysbrook Plains Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Kelvedon Road Surgery	59 Kelvedon Road Wickham Bishops Witham Essex CM8 3NA
Goldring House Surgery	Rowan Drive Haybridge Essex CM9 4BW
Longfield Medical Centre - Heybridge Bentalls Complex - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Bentalls Shopping Centre Colchester Road Heybridge Maldon CM9 4GD
Longfield Medical Centre - Heybridge Bentalls Complex - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Bentalls Shopping Centre Colchester Road Heybridge Maldon CM9 4GD
Goldhanger Branch Surgery 01621 869204	Village Hall Head Street Goldhanger Maldon Essex CM9 8AY

Local Stores

Wood Road
93-95 Wood Road
Heybridge
Maldon
Essex
CM9 4AS
01621 853410
Store Website
1.73 miles

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SPAR Witham
SPAR
The Former Jack & Penny Public House
113 Hatfield Road
Witham
CM8 1EE
01376 618099
Store Website
3.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Clarendon House Veterinary Group
Unit 6, Bentalls Shopping Centre Colchester Road Heybridge Maldon Essex CM9 4GD 01621 850124 admin@clarendonhousevets.co.uk Website 2.06 miles
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Edgewood Veterinary Group Ltd
8 Wantz Road Maldon Essex CM9 5DE 01621 852910 office@edgewoodvets.co.uk Website 2.95 miles
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Apollo Vets Maldon
19A Spital Road Maldon Essex CM9 6DY 01621 851514 h_r_archibald@hotmail.com 3.03 miles

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Spring Lodge Veterinary Centre
39 Church Road Tiptree Colchester Essex CO5 0SU 01621 819704 springlodgevet@aol.com Website 3.62 miles

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Maldon Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Wycke Hill Business Park Wycke Hill Maldon Essex CM9 6TU 01621 877560 maldon@vets4pets.com 3.73 miles

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Brookend Veterinary Practice Ltd
62 Braintree Road Witham Essex CM8 2BY 01376 500038 info@brookendvets.co.uk Website 3.84 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 6.23 miles

Location what3words trash.fewer.patting

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 7.43 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.

Location what3words march.rigid.surpasses

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 8.75 miles

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Bradwell Beach
Unnamed Road Southminster Lancashire CM0 7HP 8.84 miles Park In The Overflow Car Park Just Past The Power Station.

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Gosbecks Archeological Park
Large Open Fields And Small Amount Of Woodland, With Small Hills And Streams On Longer Routes. 215 Shrub End Rd Colchester Lancashire CO3 4RN 9.74 miles

Location what3words shapes.estate.tops

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 9.96 miles

Location what3words comical.kept.shows

Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	3.8°C	4.1°C	0.9°C	-1.1°C	-2.9°C	-3°C	-1.8°C	1.7°C	3.2°C	1.1°C	-1°C	-4.2°C

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