Goulds Road

Explorer Tom Granary near Clees Hall is sitting east-south-east, which is a very specific way to be lost. It’s just storing grain and keeping secrets. Grade II means it’s got some old wheat wisdom. Say hello to the granary!

Explorer Tom Peyton Hall Farm just east of Pebmarsh sounds like it’s named after someone who liked pebbles. The record is vague, so don’t wander too far. Watch out for hidden rocks.

Explorer Tom Springetts Hill is partial, like my commitment to exercise. It’s only there when you least expect it. Grab a photo before it evaporates into the Essex sky.

Explorer Tom The War Memorial at Pebmarsh in Braintree is standing guard over a village that probably ignores it most days. It’s very dignified, which I respect, even if I’d prefer a pizza shop nearby. Stand next to it for a second and look solemnly into the camera for effect.

Explorer Tom Pebmarsh Great War Memorial lists names like Ralph Chinnery. That sounds like a chap who liked his tea strong. Did he survive? The list says no! Take a photo of those brave names.

Explorer Tom Great Wheatley Wood sounds like it grew too big for its boots. 'Great' implies it thinks it's important, but it's just trees in Braintree. The map shows it heading somewhere, but where? Maybe to the next pub. Take a photo of the direction it's leaning and tell me if it's tired.

Explorer Tom Bures Village Sign in Braintree is hiding behind its own name. No details recorded, which is lazy frankly. I bet there’s a pub right next door serving questionable ale. Go say hi to it.

Explorer Tom The Grove in Braintree is basically a VIP section where only cool trees can hang out. If you’re not wearing sunglasses, you don’t belong there. Keep it classy.

Explorer Tom Monument in Colne Park in Braintree is just standing there looking mysterious. I bet it knows where all the lost keys to the park gates are hidden!

Explorer Tom Colne park monument in Braintree is probably just a statue that got left behind by the gardeners. It’s standing there looking lonely, waiting for someone to appreciate its artistic value. Go give it a pat on the head; it’ll like that, I promise.

Explorer Tom The Tower at St. Andrews Church Colne Engaine is definitely trying to outdo everyone else on the block. It’s got that ‘look at me, I’m tall’ energy. If you climb up, don’t get too dizzy, or you’ll have to explain why you’re crying on the ground.