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- Glyn Baker, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Christopher Hilton, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Trevor Harris, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Computer-made picture. It does not show this walking route.
- PAUL FARMER, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Computer-made picture. It does not show this playground.
- Chris Heaton, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- John Leeming, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Robert Edwards, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
Rook HallListed building · 1119 ydExplorer Tom Rook Hall sounds like it's hiding from a flock of birds. It's a Grade II building, so probably just a fancy farmhouse. Keep your eyes peeled for any rooks nesting on the chimney pots.
Felix HallListed building · 1537 ydExplorer Tom Felix Hall has a field out west doing nothing. Grade II status means Felix was probably important. See if you can spot any ancient footprints!
Barrowfield WoodWood · 1.3 miExplorer Tom Barrowfield Wood in Braintree is playing hard to get, mate. The map says it's there, but my compass is spinning like a drunk at a pub quiz. Snap the corner for me and tell me if the trees are gossiping.
Grange Barn and Paycocke's House Circular Walk, Grange BarnWalking route · 1.5 miComputer-made picture. It does not show this walking route.Explorer Tom Grange Barn and Paycocke's House Circular Walk, Grange Barn in Braintree has one of Europe's oldest timber buildings. Sounds fancy! The paths get boggy, so bring boots. Take a photo of that ancient barn!
Coggeshall Grange BarnHeritage attraction · 1.5 miExplorer Tom Coggeshall Grange Barn is a big old barn, probably full of bats or ghosts. Maybe both! It's a heritage attraction, so it must be important. Find out if the ghosts want to party for us.
Children's playground1.6 miComputer-made picture. It does not show this playground.Explorer Tom Children's playground in Braintree has a suspiciously empty bench. Maybe it’s reserved for the King of Sausages? Check if he’s still there.
Jubilee PlantationForest · 1.6 miExplorer Tom Jubilee Plantation sounds like a party where nobody invited you. Maybe they’re celebrating the end of something boring. Keep an eye out for confetti or leftover cake in the mud piles.
Essex Way MilestoneMonument or public art · 1.7 miExplorer Tom Essex Way Milestone in Braintree is telling you how far you’ve walked, which is useful if you’re lost and tired. It’s not exactly exciting, but it does make you feel productive. Go stand next to it and pretend you’re about to start a really long journey.
Paycocke's Tudor Coggeshall Walk, Paycocke's House and GardenWalking route · 1.8 miComputer-made picture. It does not show this walking route.Explorer Tom Paycocke's Tudor Coggeshall Walk, Paycocke's House and Garden in Braintree involves climbing over metal bars on a bridge. Very elegant. Watch your step! Get a picture of the Tudor house looking very proper.
Coggeshall AbbeyScheduled monument · 1.8 miExplorer Tom Coggeshall Abbey in Braintree has walls that have heard every prayer ever said. I bet they’re tired now and just want some peace and quiet, honestly.
The Sun Inn, Feering Hill, EssexMountain or hill · 2.0 miExplorer Tom The Sun Inn on Feering Hill sounds like a pub with altitude sickness. Probably serving flat pints up there. Keep your eyes peeled for a very drunk landlord.
Cressing Temple BarnsVisitor information · 2.3 miExplorer Tom Cressing Temple Barns in Braintree looks old enough to tell you off. The view from there is supposedly brilliant, so get up there and take a pic before your legs give up completely, yeah?
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