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Langford Tourist Information


Langford is a tiny hamlet situated between Hatfield Peverel and Heybridge on the B1019. It has been an agricultural village for centuries, but is perhaps more famous now for the Waterworks which was built in 1927 and more recently for its Museum of Power, which is housed in the old steam pumping station. The old mill in the centre of the village is now redundant.

St. Giles the beautiful 11th Century church, is unique in England and rare in Europe in that it has a rounded western apse. Originally it had apses at both ends, but the eastern end either collapsed or was demolished in the 16th Century. It was heavily restored in 1882 when a north aisle with crypt below was built to house the remains of the Byron and Wescomb families. For more details on the church you can visit the St. Giles Langford web site.

Langford used to have a 'great' house - Langford Grove - designed by John Johnson, who also designed the Shire Hall in Chelmsford, and Terling Place, which was the home of the Wescombs for many years. It was also the birthplace of John William Strutt, the scientist, who won the Nobel prize for his discovery of argon.

Sadly the building fell into disrepair after it was commandeered by the army during World War II and was demolished in the 1950s. The only remaining 'big' house in the village is now Langford Hal, which is a beautiful rambling old house with a moated garden.

Description by Irene Allen

 

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What's near Langford

Attractions:
  Maeldune Heritage Centre  1 Mile
  RHS Garden Hyde Hall  7 Miles
  Layer Marney Tower  7 Miles
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Towns:
  Heybridge  1 Mile
  Wickham Bishops  2 Miles
  Maldon  2 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Abbotts South  1 Mile
  Bairstow Eves East  1 Mile
  Church and Hawes Premier Homes Ltd  1 Mile
Hotels:
  The Rivenhall Hotel  5 Miles
  Chelmsford Springfield Premier Inn  6 Miles
  Five Lakes Hotel, Golf, Country Club & Spa  6 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:
  Blue Cedars Bed and Breakfast  4 Miles
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Self Catering:
  Sweep Cottage  10 Miles
  Froyz Hall Barn  12 Miles
  Casita  13 Miles
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Campsites:
  Steeple Bay Holiday Park  5 Miles
  Waterside at St Lawrence Bay  7 Miles
  Coopers Beach Holiday Park  13 Miles

Cinema: Odeon Chelmsford  8 Miles

TIC: Maldon Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01621 856503  1 Mile


Attractions near Langford
Maeldune Heritage Centre (1 Mile)*
Maeldune Heritage Centre is the home of the 42 foot Maldon embroidery which celebrates the 1000th anniversary of the Battle of Maldon.
RHS Garden Hyde Hall (7 Miles)*
A visit to the 360-acre estate at RHS Garden Hyde hall is unforgettable in any season. The developed area of the garden, in excess of 24 acres, demonstrates an eclectic range of inspirational horticultural styles.
Layer Marney Tower (7 Miles)*
Layer Marney Tower was built between 1515 and 1525 and is the tallest Tudor Gatehouse in the country.
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Towns near Langford
Heybridge Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Wickham Bishops Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Maldon Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
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Hotels near Langford
The Rivenhall Hotel (5 Miles)*
Stay at the Rivenhall Hotel and experience the perfect venue for all occasssions. 3 Star Property. Easy access to M25 & M11. Hi-Life Health Club. Free Guest Parking.
Chelmsford Springfield Premier Inn (6 Miles)*
Situated on the A12 with easy access to London and all major arterial roads, an excellent value for money hotel. Rooms that can sleep up to 2 adults & 2 children for one great price, in comfortable and clean surroundings.
Five Lakes Hotel, Golf, Country Club & Spa (6 Miles)*
Five Lakes Hotel, Golf, Country Club & Spa - a complete destination. Located within easy reach of Colchester & Chelmsford as well as London and major road networks.
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Self Catering near Langford
Sweep Cottage (10 Miles)*
This Charming renovated 160 yr old Sweeps Cottage is located in the historic and famous sailing town of Burnham-on-Crouch, which is situated on the banks of the River Crouch in the east coast of England.
Froyz Hall Barn (12 Miles)*
Froyz Hall Barn is a beautiful converted granary with a magnificent 40 ft living/dining room. This stunning property is located in the grounds of a country estate.
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