The Infamous Essex Witch Hunt Tour of the 17th Century
Dare you join me you few brave souls
as we explore one of the darkest chapters in English history!
A perfect blend of medieval and Georgian architecture.
It’s beauty is matched only by it’s history, it has ‘everything!’
Thaxted is very beautiful!
This exciting tour celebrates the words of Sir John Betjemen
“There is no town in Essex to equal in beauty the town of Thaxted.”
Thaxted is a gorgeous paint box of rainbow colour, and a joy to explore!
This is a 1 hour guided walking tour in Thaxted. You will discover with your Tour Guide Jane, why Thaxted is truly deserving of the acclaim, ‘The Jewel in the Crown of Essex’.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TOUR
Delicious Coffee and Cake and toilet stop, and the chance to relax before the tour starts
The very rare and beautiful medieval Guildhall
The home of the famous composer Gustav Holst, who wrote ‘The Planets’
Medieval stone carvings, a window into the mind of the medieval world!
A rare pagan Green Man!
See Dick Turpin’s Cottage, Essex infamous Essex Highwayman
Jane can recommend a good restaurant in Thaxted where you can enjoy a delicious meal of fish and chips after the Tour.
TOUR TIMINGS
Saturdays and Sundays
Delicious Coffee and Cake, and Toilet Stop, and the chance to relax before the tour begins!
10.15 to 10.50am
11am
The Tour Starts!
Meet your Tour guide Jane, and receive a warm welcome onto the tour, outside the medieval Guild Hall.
11am to 12 noon The Tour with Jane
This is one hour of easy walking, but everyone must be walking fit!
You must be walking fit.
GUESTS REQUIRED FOR THIS TOUR TO GO AHEAD
6 and up to 20
Adults Only
No Children, no dogs
NOTE: Once guests have purchased a voucher they should email me on jane@essex-tours.com and I will make the booking
NOTE: Once guests have purchased a voucher they should email me on jane@essex-tours.com and I will make the booking
Perfect for: Private Parties/ Corporate Events/Hen Nights/Parties/ Birthdays/Anniversaries
If you wish my tour to be solely for your group you can make a private group booking by contacting the Tour Guide, Jane, using the contact form here
Groups of 10 guests £500
Dare you join me you few brave souls
as we explore one of the darkest chapters in English history!
This tour will transport you to the fascinating ancient world of the Saxons and the Vikings.
As you look around Thaxted, you realise that the whole town was built by amazing craftsmen. This tour is a tribute to their great skill and art.
This is a great history tour, touching upon the amazing people, buildings , battles, food and traditions, that surely make Maldon one of the the great towns in Essex, surely one of its gems!