Over 500 acres of beautifully maintained parkland just outside Chelmsford. Park includes lawns, ornamental ponds, woodland paths, rhododendron bushes and Pleasure Gardens, adjacent to Hylands House.
Originally built to house Hylands Estate horses, The Stables has now been restored as a vibrant space for the Hylands Artist Studios. The Stables, at the heart of the Estate, also offers a welcoming café and an Information Point which is the perfect place to enjoy with friends and family. Meet their resident artists and designers as they create unique bespoke pieces in their studios and perhaps discover a classic book as you browse in the second-hand book shop.
The Hylands Artist Studios located in The Stables at Hylands Estate are a diverse collection of skilled artists, designers and makers. Visit the studios for some inspiration and insight into their various creative processes. See both works in progress and exhibitions of finished works of art. Discover unique handmade pieces available to purchase, or get creative yourself through their range of workshops and classes, available for individuals and corporate events.
Hylands Estate is proud to have approximately 574 acres of restored historic parkland open to the public free of charge, including ancient woodlands, grassland, ponds, lakes and formal gardens.
Hylands Estate is home to a free to use award-winning accessible castle themed adventure playground. The playground boasts four-metre high castle battlements with portcullis and a cool drawbridge entrance with dedicated play areas for children above and below the age of six. Perfect for imaginative play and exhausting little ones. Grab a tea or coffee at Mauro’s and let the children roam free. The Adventure Playground is located near the park entrance off Greenbury Way.
