Coggeshall Travel Guide

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  • St Peter-ad-Vincula, Goggeshall
      St Peter-ad-Vincula, Goggeshall
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  • The Woolpack, Coggeshall
      The Woolpack, Coggeshall
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      Clock Tower in the center of Coggeshall
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Things to Do  

Coggeshall Museum

Coggeshall Museum, Coggeshall

 IeatTofu Says:  Opening Hours:- Every Sunday 2:15pm - 4:45pm (Beginning April to end October) - Bank Holiday Mondays 2:15pm - 4:45pm Coggeshall Museum opened in 1990 in an annex to St. Peter's Hall (now the Village Hall) in Stoneham Street. The hall itself was formerly one of Coggeshall's... 

St Peter's Church

St Peter's Church, Coggeshall

 alucas Says:  The church was built in the 15th century, during the prosperous times of the wool trade in East Anglia. It is beautifully proportioned, with large windows making the interior light and airy – take a look at the east window in the second photograph. The roof is also splendid,... 

Paycocke's House

Paycocke's House, Coggeshall

 IeatTofu Says:  One of the two National Trust sites in Coggeshall is the Paycocke's House. This fine half-timbered house is evidence of the wealth generated by the East Anglian wool trade in the 15th and 16th centuries. It contains unusually rich panelling and woodcarving. Coggeshall was... 

The Woolpack Inn

The Woolpack Inn, Coggeshall

 allikat Says:  I deliberated over whether or not a tip for a country pub came under Nightlife or Restaurants. Neither of those seemed to fit, so you find the Woolpack Inn here, under things to do. I figured visiting this cosy old English pub was just that. The Woolpack is a 15th Century... 

St Peters ad Vincula

St Peters ad Vincula, Coggeshall

 allikat Says:  I am someone who enjoys looking around old churches, but despite living and working near this one for many years, my last visit to England was my first visit to the church of St Peter ad Vincula.There has probably been a church on this site since Saxon times and it is... 

The Grange Barn

The Grange Barn, Coggeshall

 allikat Says:  The Grange Barn is a 13th Century barn that was once part of a Cistercian abbey which no longer exists (apart from a few fragments) and is a truly impressive building. It is now in the care of the National Trust, although the fact that it is standing at all is something of a... 

Paycocke's House

Paycocke's House, Coggeshall

 allikat Says:  Paycocke's House is a heavily timbered merchants house built some time around the beginning of the 16th Century. The building now belongs to the National Trust and is open to the public. However, this is one of the Trusts tenanted properties, meaning that a private Trust... 

Hotels  

The White Hart Hotel

 2 Reviews and 103 Opinions  This hotel is the only hotel we have in Coggeshall. It is in the Center of town and it is where all... 

Restaurants  

Beaumanns Brasserie

Beaumanns Brasserie, Coggeshall

 allikat Says:  Beaumanns Brasserie was on my 'wish list' for years before I finally got to eat here in August 2007. I enjoyed a wonderful lunch here with a girlfriend - the place wasn't overly busy, which I know it can be at weekends and of an evening. However we were thoroughly pampered... 

Ocean Fish & Grill: Our Local Chippy!

Ocean Fish & Grill: Our Local Chippy!, Coggeshall

 IeatTofu Says:  Of course living in England, you need a decent Fish & Chip shop nearby! We love our neighborhood Chippy. It has recently changed hands and has a new owner and new name. In our opinon, it is much improved. Cleaner, brighter, friendlier, and the chips taste better than... 

The Clock Tower

The Clock Tower, Coggeshall

 allikat Says:  A cute tea rooms which I used to visit often, The Clock Tower is something of a local landmark with its prominent Victorian tower overlooking the market place. A good place for a cosy cuppa and a slice of cake. 

The White Hart Hotel

The White Hart Hotel, Coggeshall

 allikat Says:  The White Hart Hotel is a fairly popular choice as a venue for a special meal. I have never stayed here (hence I haven't included it under Hotels and Accommodation!) but have enjoyed a couple of nice meals here. The building is quite old, dating back to the 15th Century, and... 

Nightlife  

http://www.chapelinn.co.uk/index.asp: The Chapel Inn
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We have had many good Pub lunches at The Chapel Inn. It is in the center of the village on Market Hill. It is a classic English pub with great food.

Sunday night is quiz night at the Chapel Inn! The quiz starts at 8pm, and entry is £1 per person. Rollover Jackpot. 1st 2nd & 3rd prizes.and a booby prize.

There is often Live music at The Chapel Inn. It is a pretty popular place with locals.

Written Aug 20, 2006

Address: 4 Market Hill, Coggeshall, Essex, CO6 1TS

Phone: 01376 561655

Website: http://www.chapelinn.co.uk

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Transportation  

From London to Coggeshall

From London to Coggeshall, Coggeshall

 IeatTofu Says:  Getting to Coggeshall via public transport can be a little tricky. Our nearest train station is three miles away. To get here from London, you would want to take the train. The Central Line on the London Tube connects with both the Liverpool Street Station, or Stratford... 

Community Bus

Community Bus, Coggeshall

 IeatTofu Says:  One thing I was so impressed with when I moved to Coggeshall is the fact that there is a Community Bus. The Coggeshall Community Bus was started in 1982, and being totally run by volunteers, it provides a unique service, which provides morning and evening commuter runs to... 

Shopping  

Goodies ~ Gifts and Dolls House Furniture!

Goodies ~ Gifts and Dolls House Furniture!, Coggeshall

 allikat Says:  UPDATE: Such a shame, but on my last visit to Coggeshall in 2007 I saw that Goodies has been put up for sale. The shop was empty and closed up.This is an incredible little shop which is great fun to explore. As well as selling a variety of gifts and knick-knacks, Goodies... 

Fabiola - for gifts and jewellery.

Fabiola - for gifts and jewellery., Coggeshall

 allikat Says:  Fabiloa is in the centre of Coggeshall and used to be my favourite shop to visit when choosing a gift for friends. On my last visit to England, I was introduced to Pilgrim jewellery, and became an instant fan. Fabiola seems to be a major stockist of Pilgrim, as well as other... 

Local Customs  

Coggeshall Carnival!
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Every July, Coggeshall has a Carnival Celebration complete with a parade. The whole town gathers in the town center and watches as the adorable floats pass by. It is such a great small-village event!

Written Aug 20, 2006

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Off The Beaten Path  

The Chapel of St Nicholas

The Chapel of St Nicholas, Coggeshall

 IeatTofu Says:  St Nicholas is the chapel dates back to 1225. It is definitely off the beaten path. There are no signs directing you to this tiny chapel on the end of Abbey Lane. I am partial to this tiny chapel because we were married there! If you ask a local they can point you in the... 

Take a Hot Air Baloon Ride over Coggeshall!

Take a Hot Air Baloon Ride over Coggeshall!, Coggeshall

 IeatTofu Says:  All throughout the spring and summer, we see gorgeous vibrantly colored Hot Air Balloons going right over our house in Coggeshall! They take off just a few miles from our house, in Kelvedon, and we love seeing them go past! It is one thing I would love to do - take a... 

Marks Hall

Marks Hall, Coggeshall

 IeatTofu Says:  One of our favorite things to do is to go for a long walk on a Sunday afternoon to Marks Hall. Its a fair trek from our house, but it is a short drive if traveling by car. We like to go there, have a nice cup of tea and a jacket potato in the tea room, browse around in the... 

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