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The Queen in the Crown of Essex Tour

A perfect blend of medieval and Georgian architecture.

It’s beauty is matched only by it’s history, it has ‘everything!’

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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’.

Adults: £30

1 hour walking tour

Tour Details

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.
  • Email Jane please, once you have booked your tour ticket/s.

Tour Timings

Morning Tour  Saturdays and Sundays

April to December

10.30am to 11am

Delicious Coffee and Cake, and Toilet Stop, and the chance to relax before the tour begins!

11am

Meet Jane your Tour Guide

Meet your Tour guide Jane, and receive a warm welcome onto the tour,  outside the medieval Guild Hall.

11am to 12 noon

Guided Walking History Tour with Jane

12 noon

Tour ends on Thaxted High Street

Recommended Restaurant- ask Jane

Please ask your tour guide for her recommended local  restaurant in Thaxted,  at the time of booking a ticket, so you can reserve your table to enjoy a delicious fish and chip meal,  in advance of the tour date.

 


Additional Info

Children go free

Helpful Info

This is one hour of easy walking, but everyone must be walking fit!

Sorry but this tour is not suitable for the very elderly, for those in wheelchairs, using walking sticks, or zimmer frames.

You must be walking fit.

Once you have booked your tour, please email Jane your mobile no, this is important please. Bring your mobile to the tour day too.

Dogs

Well behaved friendly dogs are welcome on tour, but please to be kept on leads at all times during the tour.

Gift Cards

We have Gift Cards that may make the perfect gift for your special friend, or loved one!

Special Occasions whilst on Tour

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! Jane can accommodate your wishes to try to make any special occasion extra special! Please contact Jane by email ahead of the tour date.

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Voucher for two with Buyagift/and Red LetterDays

The Infamous Essex Witch Hunt Tour of the 17th century for Two
Buy Now

NOTE: Once guests have purchased a voucher they should email me on jane@essex-tours.com and I will make the booking

Four Virgin Experience Days Vouchers for Two Great Value!

The Infamous Essex Witch Hunt Tour for Two 17th century
Buy Now
Thaxted Master Craftsman Walking Tour with Coffee and Cake for Two
Buy Now
Byrthnoth's Legendary Viking Tour in Essex for Two
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Maldon's Salty Sea Dog Tour with Tea and Cake for Two
Buy Now

Exclusive Private Tours

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

Prices for exclusive, private tours…

Groups of 10 guests  £500

Special Tours

Hen Parties
 
A Level Student Witch Tour
 
Private Parties
 
Corporate Business Tours

Prices for Special Tours…

Groups of 6  £300
 
Groups of 10 £500

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