Keeping active and ensuring yourself and/or the children are entertained in summer is crucial, but what are the best things to do? Here are 10 things to do in and around Chelmsford in the summer of 2016.
Adults of a certain age will only associate Rocky with the boxing films but for children in Chelmsford, Rocky is one of the newest heroes of the local area. This is because Rocky’s Fun House has been a fantastic addition to the range of options for toddlers to 10 years old. The soft play area has two separate play structures and it has already been a winner with kids in the community.
If you are more interested in learning about local history, the Essex Police Museum is a great attraction that is free to visit! Whether you want to learn more about the law or you want to scare some kids straight, the chance to have your fingerprints taken and see a good recreation of a police cell will appeal to many people.
The popularity of Frozen has added another level of demand for ice based days out and adventures, and the Riverside Ice and Leisure Centre is sure to be a massive hit this summer. With a range of summer events, and a sound and lighting set-up that will bring to mind a school disco, this is a family friendly event that is likely to be busy all summer long.
If you are looking for an activity that will keep you occupied for a couple of hours but which will ensure you keep moving on in your quest, the Chelmsford Mystery Trail is well worth checking out. The trail runs along the waterways of the local area and you have a range of clues to solve to help you uncover the buried treasure of Chelmsford.
Sometimes you want to have the freedom to enjoy a summer day in the way that you feel. The wide range of local parks in Chelmsford means that no matter what you are in the mood for, there will be a park that suits your needs. Admirals Park boasts a range of cool facilities that will ensure adults, children and families can be active in a great range of ways. If you are looking for a venue that provides football pitches, cricket areas, bowling greens, angling areas, canoeing opportunities, tennis courts and play areas, you’ll find that Admirals Park is the most family and fun friendly venue in Chelmsford.
Located in beautiful surroundings close to the city centre with the choice of an 18-hole pitch and putt course, a 9-hole crazy golf course as well as a new 9-hole foot golf course, West Park is the ideal destination for golfers of all ages.
Chelmsford Museum hosts an extensive range of exhibits and attractions, with particular focus on the history of local military groups, nature and wildlife. There is also an adventure play area outside of the museum, which means that children can be cajoled into coming along and having some fun.
Sometimes you need to bring out the big guns to keep everyone entertained and this is why the Sector 7 Laser Tag arena is a great choice for many people this summer. Will you be on the side of the Red Troops or the Green aliens as two tribes go to war in Chelmsford?
With 36 modern bowling lanes, a choice of English and American pool tables and a range of arcade games, the Tenpin Chelmsford is the perfect venue for people looking to spend a few hours enjoying traditional gaming fun.
Anyone looking to enjoy the summer of 2016 in a more sedate manner will enjoy the wide range of parks in Chelmsford. Brook End Gardens offer a number of stylish gardens and sculptures while Baddow Hall Park is very popular with dog walkers and families looking for some exercise. However, if you want a truly expansive park to explore this summer, Hylands House and Park is likely to be your destination of choice.
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