Self catering holidays in Chelmsford - Essex

Thinking of taking a cottage break in Chelmsford in Essex?  Chelmsford is Essex’s county town and is a large Essex town.  Chelmsford has excellent train connections with London, and like Billericay, is one of the main commuter towns in Essex.  If you are looking to stay somewhere for a convenient base to explore Essex and also pop in to London on a self catering holiday then you may want to consider Chelmsford.

Most of the buildings in Chelmsford are modern but there are a few attractive historical buildings in the town.  If you want some retail therapy and plenty of amenities whilst enjoying a cottage break then you should enjoy Chelmsford with its variety of shops, retail parks, pubs and restaurants.  The Chelmsford museum offers visitors the chance to take a deep look into the history of the town from past to the present. The museum has a large collection of medieval coins and ceramic works. One of the ancient buildings located in the region is the Chelmsford Cathedral, which is a 15th century building with a perpendicular architecture.  Art lovers can also find exceptional art work such as the painting of ‘Tree of Life’. There is also an attractive park in Chelmsford where you can enjoy relaxing in the greenery.

Whilst taking a self catering break in Chelmsford you may want to visit some of the villages located nearby.  Chelmsford is surrounded by some beautiful Essex countryside and a number of appealing little villages such as Danbury, Writtle, Good and High Easter, Roxwell, Mashbury, Chignal Smealy, Little Baddow, Great and Little Waltham, Howe Street, Pleshey and Bicknacre. These small villages help in retaining the old world charm of the town.

For woodland walks and picnics in fields Danbury Woods could be a good choice.  Enjoy walking through woodland trails and look out for wildlife along the way.  Other good areas for country walks whilst taking a cottage break include Hanningfield near Chelmsford with its lakes, fishing and woodland walks and also Blake’s Wood, Galleywood Common and Lingwood Common.

Whether you are taking a short break in or near Chelmsford or a longer cottage holiday we hope that you enjoy all that Chelmsford and the surrounding area have to offer.  South Woodham is one small town near Chelmsford that you may wish to consider for your cottage break if you want to stay somewhere near Chelmsford.