Designer shopping and country livingBraintree and Great Dunmow routes

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Total distance of main route is 87km/54miles

Short ridesA 9.5km/5.9miles B 32.8km/20.5miles C 8.9km/5.5miles D 23.5km/14.7miles E 20km/12.5miles F 12.8km/8miles G 13.8km/8.6miles H 32.4km/20.2miles

Attractions along this route Gallery in the Garden Blake House Craft Centre The Flitch Way Great Notley Country Park & Discovery Centre Slamseys Art Braintree District Museum Warner Textile Archive Gallery Freeport Cressing Temple Hatfield Forest The Gardens of Easton Lodge Great Dunmow Maltings and Museum

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1 Golden Grove

2. The Old House

3. Puttocks Farm B&B

Places to eat1 Starr Restaurant Tel: 01371 874321 www.the-starr.co.uk

2 Timbers Restaurant Tel: 01376 552553 www.timbersrestaurant.co.uk

3 La Piazza Tel: 01376 342593 www.piazzarestaurant.co.uk

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Great Dunmow The name Dunmow has evolved and originally meant a “fortified hill” home of a tribe of ancient Britons and many prehistoric artefacts have been found in and around the town. Today, Great Dunmow retains the atmosphere of a prosperous market town whilst keeping its old charm that exudes from many historic buildings such as the ‘Old Town Hall’ of 1578 and the ‘Clock House’ of 1586 as well as the newly restored ‘Maltings’ in Mill Lane. Steeped in history, Great Dunmow is the contemporary setting for the Dunmow Flitch Trials. This ceremony dates from 1104 when the Lord of the Manor of Little Dunmow, Robert Fitzwalter, began the award of a flitch of bacon ‘to whoever does not repent of his marriage nor quarrel, differ or dispute

with his wife within a year and a day after the marriage’. The custom lapsed on the dissolution of the monasteries, was briefly revived in the 18th century and became a firmly established event after 1885. Held every four years on a leap year, the winning couple is paraded through the town on a special chair and then awarded their “flitch” or side of bacon with much celebration. The original ‘bacon chair’ can be viewed in Little Dunmow parish church. The parish church of St Mary dates mainly from the 14th and 15th centuries and is situated on the banks of the River Chelmer. Also along the banks is the recreation ground which provides a very pleasant green oasis away from the hustle and bustle of the High Street.

With colourful, bustling market towns and picturesque villages set in the most beautiful rolling countryside showing North Essex at its best, look no further to get away from it all...

Braintree Braintree has a long and fascinating history – emerging from a Bronze Age valley settlement as an important and flourishing market town located at the crossroads of two Roman roads. The 14th century woollen cloth trade brought prosperity to the area leaving a legacy of fine architecture and listed buildings whilst the 18th century heralded the arrival of silk weaving and the famous Huguenot name of Courtauld. Generations of this generous family not only provided the increasing population with work and housing but also donated many public buildings including the magnificent former Town Hall. The grand central tower with striking clock dominates the Market Square, whilst inside murals by Maurice Greiffenhagen depict scenes of Braintree’s history. A bronze fountain of a young boy with shell and fish, designed by John Hodge,

standing alongside St Michael’s Church was yet another gift to the people of Braintree. By the mid 19th century the opening of a railway line offered the opportunity to transport bulk materials, which led to the establishment of large engineering firms such as Crittall’s Metal Window Company and Lake & Elliot iron foundry. A full story of Braintree’s diverse industrial heritage and history is told at the District Museum in the town centre. In 1199 King John granted the town a charter to hold a weekly market. Today the market is held twice a week on Wednesdays and Saturdays, when the streets abound with colourful stalls and friendly faces. Discerning shoppers are attracted to the town throughout the year by the traditional and specialist smaller shops while bargain hunters are well served by the discounted designer village on the outskirts of the town at Freeport.

Attractions along the route: 1. Gallery in the Garden Set among the park and gardens designed by the distinguished 18th century landscaper Humphrey Repton, the Walled Garden is a stunning setting for the Gallery in the Garden. The gallery showcases the work of contemporary British artists and craftsmen alongside the great iconic artists in an everchanging programme of art exhibitions.Tel: 01371 850185www.galleryinthegarden.co.uk

2. Blake House Craft Centre One of the county’s prettiest craft centres, Blake House has a host of individual and specialist shops set in listed and restored farm buildings in the glorious Essex countryside. There is also a restaurant, minigolf, play area and annual Maize Maze.Tel: 01376 344123 www.blakehousecraftcentre.co.uk

3. The Flitch WayFifteen miles of former railway for walkers, cyclists and horse-riders. Pick up a trail guide at the centre. Surface accessible for most user groups. Green Flag Award winning site.Tel: 01371 850243www.visitparks.co.uk/flitch-way

4. Great Notley Country Park & Discovery CentreA 100-acre country park providing beautiful walks around lakes, meadows and woods. Full educational package for schools. Conference facilities, café and gift shop. Adventure play trails for toddlers to teens. Green Flag Award-winning site.Tel: 01376 347134 www.visitparks.co.uk

5. Slamseys ArtThe Gallery showcases local and international artists in a series of programmes throughout the year, including the Essex Summer of Art and Open Farm Sunday. Entry is free. Check online to see what’s on. Tel: 01245 364072www.slamseysart.co.uk

6. Braintree District Museum This award winning museum is based in the converted Courtauld School and has displays from Crittall steel windows to Warners royal silks, Castle Hedingham pottery to Edward Bawden prints. The museum tells the fascinating story of a hidden artistic and industrial heritage. Visit the frequently changing exhibitions, a Victorian school room, John Ray natural history gallery, café, craft and gift shop. Tel: 01376 328868www.braintreemuseum.co.uk

7. Warner Textile Archive GalleryThis nationally important archive is a unique record of the history of textile manufacture since the 18th century and includes examples of woven and printed fabric produced by Warner’s as well as examples produced by other companies. Tel: 01376 557741 www.warnertextilearchive.co.uk

Getting to Braintree Arriving by Road Travel on the M11 if travelling from London or the south. Exit at junction 8 and take the A120. Alternatively take the A12 from the M25, exit at Chelmsford and take the A131 or continue towards Colchester and take the B1389 to Witham and the B1018 to Braintree. If travelling from the north arrive via the M11 taking the A120 from junction 8. For detailed travel information call 0871 200 2233 or visit www.traveline.org.uk

Arriving by Train Braintree is served by a regular service by Abellio Greater Anglia directly from London Liverpool Street.www.abelliogreateranglia.co.uk tel: 0845 600 7245

Essex

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• WALTHAM ABBEY

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Braintree Freeport Tourist Information Centre Charter Way, Chapel Hill, Braintree, CM77 8YHTelephone 01376 348168ticbraintree@realm.ltd.ukwww.freeport-braintree.com

Tourist information

Accommodation1 Golden GroveHHH CampingPiccotts Lane, Great Saling, Braintree, CM7 5DWTel: 07917 592310www.salinggrove.com

2 The Old HouseHHH Guesthouse11 Bradford Street, Bocking, Braintree, CM7 9ASTel: 01376 550457www.theoldhousebraintree.co.uk

3 Puttocks Farm B&BHHHH B&BPhilpot End, Great Dunmow, CM6 1JQTel: 01371 872377www.puttocksfarm.com

8. FreeportSet in a relaxing village environment, Freeport Braintree offers an escape from the stresses of city shopping. Everything you need is right here, from great places to eat to fantastic offers and events from more than 85 stores!Tel: 01376 348168www.freeport-braintree.com

9. Cressing TempleTwo magnificent 13th century barns, once owned by the mysterious Knights Templar. Tudor walled garden, rural buildings from 17th century onwards, well-stocked gift shop and tea-room. Audio tour guide available. Tel: 0845 603 7624 / 01376 584903www.visitparks.co.uk/cressing-temple

10. Hatfield ForestHatfield Forest is a rare surviving example of a Medieval Royal Hunting Forest. It has wonderful ancient pollarded trees, two ornamental lakes with rowing boats for hire in the summer and an 18th century folly called the Shell House. Shop, café, trail bike hire and events programme.Tel: 01279 870678 www.nationaltrust.org.uk

11. The Gardens of Easton LodgeIdyllic 23-acre historical restoration garden designed in 1902 by Harold Peto for the Countess of Warwick. Abandoned in 1950, restoration began in 1973. Features include an Italian Garden, ‘Peto’ Pavilion, formal lawns, glade and living sundial. There are nature and craft activities for younger visitors to enjoy and homemade refreshments on sale by the croquet lawn.Tel: 01371 876979www.eastonlodge.co.uk

12. Great Dunmow Maltings and MuseumA superb restoration C.1565 - an authentic timber-framed structure displaying the working processes of the early malting trade. Popular venue for meetings and civil ceremonies. Home to the Town Museum.Tel: 01371 878979 www.greatdunmowmaltings.co.uk

Cycle HireTrail NetGreat Notley County ParkBraintreeTel: 01376 348275