Discover North Essex, One Village or Town at a Time

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From Saffron Walden and Finchingfield to Thaxted, Castle Hedingham, Great Bardfield and Wethersfield, Discover North Essex is your guide to one of the county’s most distinctive and quietly captivating corners.

 

Whether you are planning a day out in Essex, a weekend escape, or simply looking for new places to explore, the site brings together both the best-known attractions and the hidden gems that give North Essex its character.

Here you will find inspiration for historic towns and villages, beautiful countryside walks, shopping, heritage sites, art, gardens, cosy pubs and local stories.

 

You can browse by town or village if you already have a place in mind, or explore by mood if you are drawn to a certain kind of day — from grand houses and market town wandering to ghost stories, hidden corners and countryside escapes.

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As the site continues to grow, new places, themed guides and local discoveries are being added all the time. Follow the links to explore each subject in more detail, and visit often to discover even more of what North Essex has to offer.