Embrace the essence of Essex life
An ancient archway, all that remains of the 12th century Bicknacre Priory a petting farm, home to pygmy goats, alpacas and wallabies two popular local hostelries, The Brewers Arms and The White Swan, both serving excellent food a stunning 19 acre woodland nature reserve, Thriftwood, where wildflowers and bird life flourish: the quiet village of Bicknacre is an ideal place to set down roots.
Everyday essentials are available in the local convenience store and post office, with nearby White Elm Garden Centre offering fresh fruit and vegetables, a thriving family butcher and a raft of other stores. Just a couple of miles away, Danbury boasts a wider range of shops and services, while Sainsburys and Asda can be found at nearby South Woodham Ferrers. The area hosts a wide range of excellent restaurants and gastro-pubs Bicknacre itself offers Chinese and Italian cuisine and fresh seafood is the order of the day in the historic waterside market town of Maldon.
Just 8 miles down the road, the vibrant city of Chelmsford is packed with opportunities for sophisticated shopping, dining and entertainment. Two cinemas, a choice of theatres, galleries, museums and arts venues not forgetting the citys own month-long festival offer a range of things to see and do, while a number of sports and leisure centres provide access to all manner of activities. Football, rugby, cricket and tennis are available in Bicknacres neighbouring towns and villages, while golfers will be in their element, with Bunsay Downs Golf Club and the charming Warren Estate both on the doorstep.