The Queen in the Crown of Essex Tour
Thaxted is a joy to explore!
A perfect blend of medieval and Georgian architecture. Its beauty is matched by it’s history, it has everything!
This super walking tour, along part of The Essex Way, will take guests on a real journey of adventure and discovery. It includes a wonderful autumnal walk set in the heart of the Essex countryside!
Contrasting the life of a famous sinner and a saint.
As we journey to The Oldest Wooden Church in the World!
People come from all over the world to visit Greensted Church!
It is amazing on so many levels, one being it is an ancient pagan site, and also it is the only surviving example of an Anglo Saxon Church anywhere in Britain!
Please email jane on jane@essex-tours.com to book a ticket directly. Thank you.
Guests will be taken on a real journey of adventure and discovery – contrasting the life of a sinner with the life of a saint…
This tour is for private group bookings of 10 guests!
Ongar comes from an old Anglo Saxon word, and it means ‘Grassy Place’
There has been a market in Ongar, for over 1,000 years.
It has the remains of an original and fantastic 12th century Norman Motte and Bailey Castle
Hear the exciting adventures of Dick Turpin, our Sinner, who became a legend in his own life time!
St Edmund was cruelly killed by the Danes in 869 AD and became a Martyr and England’s first patron saint.
We will walk across the glorious Essex countryside, amongst fields of golden wheat, to visit a very ancient pagan site where, we arrive at Greensted Church, the Oldest Wooden Church in the World!
Enjoy a fascinating tour of the ancient church and it’s dazzling history.
We return to Ongar by a peaceful, circular walk through the fields frequented by rabbits, pheasants and songbirds.
A tranquil and peaceful country walk filled with beauty!
The tour ends at The Kings Head Restaurant, where you can enjoy a coffee or meal
It has been an amazing tour day out for guests to enjoy!
Jane can recommend local restaurants or coffee houses in Ongar, where you can enjoy refreshments after the Tour . Ask Jane.
May to end of September
10am to 10.30am
Delicious Coffee and Cake, and Toilet Stop
Meet Jane at the beautiful and atmospheric former Stage Coach Inn, the 17th Century Kings Head Restaurant, and receive a warm welcome!
Enjoy a delicious cup of coffee and cake, and toilet stop, before the tour begins. You can relax!
10.30am to 11.10am
Walk across the fields along ‘The Essex Way’ to Greensted Church, The Oldest Wooden Church in the World!
See wonderful views of across fields of beautiful open Essex countryside.
Field Walking 2-3 miles moderate level
11.10am
Arrive at Greensted Church
On arrival at church, there will be time to have a picnic and coffee stop in the heart of beautiful countryside!
Guests please bring a flask of tea or coffee and a small snack to enjoy here
Or you can enjoy Jane’s delicious home made Picnic, email Jane at time of booking
for her Picnic menu and price.
History Tour of church given.
People come from all over the world to visit Greensted Church!
11.10am to 11.40am- church tour, or free personal time at church, bring your camera to take photos.
Also you can purchase home made country jams, pickles and postcards to enjoy!
Return walk to Ongar
11.40am to 12.15
Arrive in Ongar, and tour ends at The King’s Head Restaurant!
12 .15
Refreshments in Ongar
Contact Jane for details of local restaurants where you can enjoy a delicious meal, and book a table, or for the best recommended coffee houses in Ongar.
As soon as you have booked your tour please by email.
Well behaved friendly dogs are welcome on tour, but please to be kept on leads at all times during the tour.
We have Gift Cards that may make the perfect gift for your special friend, or loved one!
Please let your Tour Guide Jane know in advance of the tour, if you are celebrating a special occasion, and you would like this to be announced whilst on tour!
I will do my best to make any special occasion, extra special whilst on tour. Please email me well in advance of the tour date with your suggestions.
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
Thaxted is a joy to explore!
A perfect blend of medieval and Georgian architecture. Its beauty is matched by it’s history, it has everything!
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.