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Tour of Galleywood Heritage Centre and its archives

The Common, Galleywood, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 8TR

  • 18 Sep 2025
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

In the Heritage Room and main hall there will be various displays, photographs and information about Galleywood’s history including the racecourse and much more. During the tour of the grounds various features from the days of racing will be seen.

Located on Galleywood Common, the Heritage Centre’s main building is a conversion of the 1920s grandstand from the hey days of horse racing. A listening bench in the ground has stories from yesteryear from the Galleywood residents past & present.

Just outside the grounds on Galleywood Common, the track of the old racecourse can be seen. A short walk across the free public car park close by brings visitors to the remains of the Napoleonic era Star Fort earthworks which has an interpretation board.

The Horseshoe tea room will be open before and after the talk for hot and cold drinks, hot food and home made cakes.Check opening hours on website nearer the time.

Timings & Tours

Thursday 18 September:
1400

Location & directions

The Common, Galleywood, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 8TR

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Book via our website
Booking email:
[email protected]
Booking website:
https://www.chelmsfordhod.co.uk
Booking opens:
01 Aug 2025 12:00 AM
Booking closes:
17 Sep 2025 12:00 AM

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
18
Est. tour duration:
1 hour(s) 15 minute(s)

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