Things To Do in Chelmsford
Discover the best things to do in Chelmsford, Essex, including local attractions, family days out, historic places, outdoor activities, indoor activities and upcoming events.
Featured Things To Do in Chelmsford
Explore local attractions, activities and days out from the Dovetail directory. These listings are matched to Chelmsford using the directory town, address and local area data, so town pages stay focused on genuinely local things to do.
Marsh Farm
📍 Marsh Farm Rd, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 5WP
Visit Marsh Farm in Chelmsford for a top tourist attraction, one of the best animal parks in Essex and a…
🏨 Places to stay in Chelmsford
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Chelmsford
Ivy Hill Hotel, BW Signature Collection – Chelmsford
📍 Writtle Road, Chelmsford, Essex
CM4 0EH
Chelmsford
Premier Inn Chelmsford (Boreham)
📍 Main Road, Boreham, Chelmsford
CM3 3HJ
Chelmsford
Premier Inn Chelmsford (Springfield)
📍 Chelmsford Service Area, Colchester Road, Springfield
CM2 5PY
Chelmsford
Premier Inn Chelmsford City Centre
📍 Victoria Road, Chelmsford, Essex
CM1 1NY
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Upcoming Events in Chelmsford
After exploring the attractions, browse upcoming events in Chelmsford, including live entertainment, family activities, seasonal events and local days out.
Aurie Styla: Maverick
April 3, 2027
FAIRFIELD ROAD
Country Club – Outdoor Country Music Festival 2027 – Chelmsford
May 23, 2027
1 Wheelers Farm, Wheelers Hill, Little Waltham Chelmsford CM3 3LZ
Run Away Festival 2027 – Bank Hol Sat 29 & Sun 30 May – Essex
May 29, 2027
City Racecourse Chelmsford CM3 1QP
State Fayre Festival
June 18, 2027
.... Chelmsford CM2 8WQ
Wonkaland Festival
August 13, 2027
Widford Road Chelmsford CM2 9AN
Street Eat N Beats Festival 2027
September 11, 2027
Central Park Chelmsford Cm2 0RW
More Places To Visit Near Chelmsford
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Things To Do in Chelmsford FAQs
What are the best things to do in Chelmsford?
The best things to do in Chelmsford include local attractions, family days out, outdoor activities, historic places, entertainment venues and events listed on this guide.
Are there family-friendly attractions in Chelmsford?
Yes. This page highlights family-friendly attractions and events where available, including parks, beaches, museums, activity centres and seasonal days out.
Does this page update automatically?
Yes. Dovetail Events can pull in directory attractions and upcoming events, so the guide becomes more useful as new listings are added.
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