Location: Chelmsford
Top Things to do in Chelmsford
What to do and see in Chelmsford, England: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
Chelmsford (/ˈtʃɛlmzfərd/) is the principal settlement of the City of Chelmsford district, and the county town of Essex, in the East of England. It is located in the London commuter belt, approximately 32 miles (51 km) northeast of the notional centre of London at Charing Cross and approximately 22 miles (35 km) from Colchester. The urban area of the city has a population of approximately 120,000, whilst the district has a population of 168,310.
Restaurants in Chelmsford
1. Asylum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
Asylum is a home for the musically insane.The owners play in a punk band, staff all involved in music in one form or another. All genres catered for with live bands playing anything from punk, rock, metal and alternative to dance, electro, acoustic and more. Intimate in size, 2 stages and 2 bars on two floors, but great in atmosphere (so we're told by all our in-mates)!Over 18 s and mostly free entry. Bars open until 02.30 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 12.00 a.m. week-days. Casual dress.
2. The Escape Network
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
Uncover the mystery of the Network before the time runs out. Have fun with family friends and colleagues, solve puzzles, find clues, crack codes and contribute to the investigation. Based on the popular concept of real-life escape games.
3. Radical Bikes C.I.C.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 40 reviews
Radical Bikes is a unique Cycling Venue for BMX, Jump Bikes and Trials, with Dirt Jumps, Ramps, Foam Pit, Resi ramp and Trials Obstacles. Bring your own bike or hire one of ours. All abilities catered for. We also provide led rides through local woods and bridle paths. No need to book. Open at weekends from April to October. Venue available for private hire by negotiation. Come and play!
4. Be At One Chelmsford
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 93 reviews
The Cocktail experts have finally landed in Chelmsford! Pop in & try one of our many cocktails (over 150!) made by our magnificently skilled mixologists!
Reviewed By beccaw207
THE place to be for a girls night. Visited with a friend for a few cocktails, and was welcomed straight away by Megan and Mike. After some cocktail assistance and deliberation, we went for a Swedish Spring Punch and Paradise Punch as it was 2-4-1 hour. Will definitely recommend and be visiting again soon! Thanks guys!!
5. RHS Garden Hyde Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,256 reviews
Set in the heart of rural Essex, and enjoying stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, RHS Garden Hyde Hall is one of the finest gardens in the east of England. This 360-acre site is a haven of peace and tranquillity, encompassing a diverse mix of garden styles from traditional to modern. Highlights include the Dry Garden with its fantastic range of drought resistant plants, and the Hilltop Garden with its roses and herbaceous borders. There’s also a Global Growth Vegetable Garden, which showcases vegetables from around the world and a Winter Garden that celebrates the delights of wintertime. There's also a cafe, restaurant, garden library, children's play area, gift shop and garden centre.
Reviewed By C5932INmikep - Chelmsford, United Kingdom
This place will be enjoyed by all the family, as there is so much to see there, as well as a nice restaurant, gift shop & plant centre where you can purchase some nice specimens to take home. Well worth a visit at any time of year.
6. Chelmsford Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 273 reviews
A Cathedral in the heart of the city centre. Open daily for worship, prayer or simply to look round. There are many free concerts and exhibitions running throughout the year. See the Cathedral website for details; chelmsfordcathedral.org.uk There is no entry charge and we are situated just five minutes from the bus and railway stations.
Reviewed By Rizzo999 - Billericay, United Kingdom
Attended a further lunchtime concert, They occur on most Fridays from 12.30. Although it would be worth checking just in case there would be a need to change the schedule. Teas, coffees, sandwiches and cakes are sold from 12 noon by the most charming volunteers. This time it was the Brentwood School Big Band plus Choir. We have attended these lunchtime concerts many times over the years and would consider this Band to be the best event on their annual schedules.
7. Hylands Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 640 reviews
Reviewed By 329kenp - Chelmsford, United Kingdom
Beautiful setting great walks plenty of open space to enjoy,has great facilities occasional events going on in the grounds and house.
8. Mace Playce
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By melaniek9
We chose this venue for a birthday party for our child today with over 20 children present. I cannot thank the team at Mace Playce enough for all their help and organisation. They made the whole experience stress free and great fun. They contacted us a few days before to confirm numbers and reassured us that we would only be charged for the children that attended on the day. They took care of the party bags also, there was no way we could have got all the bits that were in the party bag for the price they charged. Other parents were telling me that they had not been there before and were very complimentary on the layout, cleanliness and organisation. I would definitely recommend this venue to others!
9. Chelmsford City Bowl
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By 842lynr
Third visit to this museum, this time with family.Boys8/12yrs),they had a great time in play area and we all enjoyed the walk outside,then roast dinner and brunch,in Hive cafe,onto museum,the industrial section was fascinating especially the radio room of titanic,with adult input for the boys it brings them into focus on the displays,as we entered each room ,it was tastefully presented ,some activities for children to do,we had to complete the word search in the ceramics room before moving on,the bee hive, Fascinating,and boys enjoyed the wildlife section,the military displays are so good .Where can you go with/without a family for Free admission,Free parking!! The gift shop is too near the first displays which decreases the attention of children to look at displays there.
10. The Griffin Danbury
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 60 reviews
The Griffin is proud of its fresh home cooked food. We are trying to source as much food locally and keeping it as seasonal as possible. We have a quiz night once a month and live music once a month. The Griffin has a restaurant, bar, garden and a function room.
Reviewed By Moenotone - Chelmsford, United Kingdom
Very friendly service, authentic Thai flavours in a laid back setting. Great value for money. Will definitely be coming back.
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