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- Jeff Tomlinson, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Robin Webster, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Computer-made picture. It does not show this monument.
- Computer-made picture. It does not show this playground.
- Robert Edwards, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Glyn Baker, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- David Gruar, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
Village Pump on South East Corner of GreenListed building · 12 ydExplorer Tom The Village Pump on the Green is sitting there, waiting for someone to pull a handle that might not work anymore. It's Grade II listed and definitely thirsty. Take a photo of it.
The RosesListed building · 320 ydExplorer Tom The Roses in Braintree used to be a farm, now it's just fancy. Grade II listed means it's pretty. I bet there are actual roses growing wild somewhere around here. Sniff the air and take a photo if you find any pink petals!
Parsonage WoodForest · 1.3 miExplorer Tom Parsonage Wood in Braintree sounds like it’s hiding a vicar who forgot to lock his door. Legend says he’s still in there, muttering sermons at the squirrels. Wave hello if you see him!
Remains of church and churchyard, 80m south east of The RyesScheduled monument · 1.4 miComputer-made pictureExplorer Tom Remains of church and churchyard, 80m south east of The Ryes in Braintree is a bit of a skeleton show. All the bones are out, but no one knows why yet!
Seven Acre WoodWood · 1.8 miExplorer Tom Seven Acre Wood is exactly seven acres, or so the name claims. I doubt anyone has measured it since the last ice age. It's on the field edge, which means it's always half in and half out. Check if you can step over it without getting muddy. Send me a pic of the boundary.
Children's playground1.8 miComputer-made pictureExplorer Tom Children's playground in Braintree has no info, just pure potential for weirdness. It might be haunted by a grumpy vicar. Get me a shot of any odd shadows on the walls.
Pebmarsh Great War MemorialMemorial · 1.8 miExplorer 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.
The War Memorial at PebmarshHeritage place · 1.8 miExplorer 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.
Roman villa south of Alphamstone churchScheduled monument · 1.9 miComputer-made pictureExplorer Tom Roman villa south of Alphamstone church in Braintree might still have Roman slippers lying around. Imagine kicking off your shoes after a long day of empire-building!
Footpath to Hill FarmMountain or hill · 2.2 miExplorer Tom Footpath to Hill Farm is basically a rumor. You walk, you might arrive, you might meet a cow. That cow will judge your life choices. Enjoy!
Part of Springetts HillMountain or hill · 2.9 miExplorer 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.
Thomas Gainsborough statue, SudburyMonument or public art · 3.4 miExplorer Tom Thomas Gainsborough statue, Sudbury has caught my eye in Babergh. I bet a monument or public art with a name like that could keep me talking all afternoon; I'm already inventing a daft little scene for it, and I'll stop before it turns into history.
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