Discover what’s on in Chelmsford this summer
17 July 2026The summer holidays are almost here, and Chelmsford is packed with ways to keep children, teens and families entertained.
Great Baddow Coin Hoard exhibition showcases treasures from the Iron Age to the present day
Britain’s largest Iron Age gold coin hoard has gone on public display for the first time in a new exhibition exploring stories of treasure.
Historic photographs of Hylands Estate unearthed by Gooch family descendants
100-year-old photograph albums capturing historic events in Hylands Estate's history have been unearthed by descendants of Sir Daniel Gooch.
Cllr Roy Whitehead awarded Freedom of the City of Chelmsford honour
Cllr Roy Whitehead has been granted the Freedom of the City of Chelmsford, receiving one of the rarest honours the city council can bestow.
19 Chelmsford parks receive Green Flag Awards
Chelmsford is celebrates having highest number of Green Flag Award-winning parks and green spaces in the East of England!
Beaulieu Park station wins national award for infrastructure planning
The Planning Awards judges praised the project for generating “long-term social value”.
Chelmsford City Council fund summer youth outreach in city centre
Specialist youth workers will provide targeted outreach to support young people in the city centre throughout the school holidays.
High-status Iron Age burials discovered in Chelmsford reveal early links to Roman Empire
A 2,000-year-old cemetery has been discovered in Chelmsford by archaeologists from Archaeology South-East.
Chelmsford City Council wins planning appeal to prevent new warehouse development
An independent planning inspector has rejected plans for a large warehouse development adjacent to junction 17 of the A12, near Howe Green.
New housing scheme delivers 24 affordable homes in Chelmsford
A development designed to offer only affordable housing, has welcomed its first residents.
