Felsted offers boys and girls aged four to eighteen a first class education, based on a safe, rural 80 acre village campus in stunning North Essex, only one hour from London. Day, full and contemporary boarding options are available to suit modern family life, with daily bus routes from across the region.

Originally known as Great Park, the estate was an enclosed medieval deer park, owned by the crown until 1550. It was 'emparked' with a paling fence in order to retain a herd of fallow deer to provide hunting and venison for the Lord's Table. This history lingers on with field names such as 'Park field' and 'Hart's Ley' and fallow deer can still be seen. The manor house was Bardfield Hall and during the 14th century it was one of the residences of Elizabeth de Burgh, whose royal guests, including the Black Prince, would certainly have hunted here. The first building on this site was thought to be a keeper's lodge, built in the field in front of the existing house. It may have been quite large, with accommodation for hunting parties and a viewing platform or tower. There is still evidence of a moat, which may date from this time.

Britain's newest racing venue offers thrilling all-weather racing under the mesmerizing light of its champagne fluted floodlights and the venue also highlights its versatility with a huge range of non-raceday events.

From intimate gatherings to lavish celebrations, with 20 years experience Fennes have mastered the art of hosting the perfect event at Fennes. There is something truly unique about Fennes. Situated in 100 acres of tranquil North Essex countryside, our elegant Georgian Manor House is offered as your home for the day, with exclusive use of all facilities guaranteed.

An award winning wedding venue at Margaret Roding, near Chelmsford, on the Essex/Hertfordshire border. Built nearly 200 years ago originally as stables for the working horses on Marks Hall Farm, The Reid Rooms provides a unique rural setting combining the best of modern facilities with timeless charm. The attractive weather-boarded buildings provide an excellent barn venue for your wedding, set in the beautiful Essex countryside.

Houchins is an elegant Grade 2 listed farmhouse with beautiful and comfortable accommodation for the bridal party and a splendid new barn complex. Houchins caters for weddings and civil ceremonies from 25 - 150+ people, offering a choice of indoor grandeur, outdoor simplicity or a combination of the two.