Chelmsford
United Kingdom · EnglandGB
City in Essex, England
Chelmsford is a city in Essex, England. It is the county town of Essex and one of three cities in the county, along with Colchester and Southend-on-Sea. It is located 31 miles (50 km) north-east of Charing Cross in London, and 22 miles (35 km) south-west of Colchester. At the 2021 census the built up area had a population of 110,625. It gives its name to the wider Chelmsford local government district which also covers an extensive surrounding area.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 115,369
- Coordinates
- 51.736, 0.470
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Elevation
- 32 m
Overview of Chelmsford
Chelmsford belongs to England, United Kingdom and has the feel of a medium-sized town. It counts about 115,369 residents. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Plan around water sports, culture and nightlife and you will not run out of ideas. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Chelmsford
Water Sports in Chelmsford
(2)For water sports, expect Wakeboard and Windsurfing. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Chelmsford.
Culture in Chelmsford
(1)Under culture, Chelmsford is tagged with Cathedrals. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Chelmsford.
Nightlife in Chelmsford
(1)Our data lists Events as nightlife options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Chelmsford.
Best time to visit Chelmsford
June to September brings the conditions water activities need.
Getting there & around
Reach Chelmsford by regional transport from the nearest hub in England; the core is compact enough to walk. Time zone: Europe/London.
Similar destinations
Places near Chelmsford that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chelmsford known for?
- Chelmsford, in England, United Kingdom, is best known for water sports, culture and nightlife. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 115,369 residents.
- What can you do in Chelmsford?
- Recorded activities in Chelmsford include Wakeboard, Windsurfing, Cathedrals and Events. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Chelmsford?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need.
- Where is Chelmsford located?
- Chelmsford is located in England, United Kingdom. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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