This is a wonderful chance to explore this wonderful area of the English countryside. Just north and east of London, this is a gentle countryside of rolling hills, flatlands and charming seaside villages. Rich in history, this area was well known in medieval times for its major contribution to the wool trade and many of the quaint villages remain intact as they did then.
Many historic and modern notables hail from this area and the countryside is considered bucolic and refreshing. You will enjoy relaxing walks among the villages each day and be regaled with stories of ancient times, some of which have the most breathtaking scandals – life truly can be stranger than fiction!
Easily accessible from London, this area is a true gem and offers a wonderful combination of history, lovely scenery, fun walking and exceptional cuisine. You will delight in things that are familiar as well as you travel this area as it was the home of John Winthrop, the founder of Boston, MA and as such, can tour the cities of Dedham and Groton on this side of “the pond”.