Uttlesford itinerary 🎧✈️

#uttlesfordtrips for Hidden History & Local Legends ⚔️📜 (Perfect for explorers who love a bit of mystery mixed with medieval charm!) 🗓️ Day 1: Castles & Curiosities 🏨 Stay at a quaint inn in Great Dunmow – Think wooden beams and historic vibes. 🥞 Breakfast at The Flitch Coffee House – Good pancakes & strong cappuccinos! 📍 Morning: Mountfitchet Castle 🏰 • A reconstructed Norman village with real roaming deer & interactive exhibits. 📍 Afternoon: Great Dunmow Town Trail • Discover quirky facts about the Flitch Trials (where couples earn a bacon prize for not arguing!). 🍽️ Lunch at The Saracen’s Head – Popular with locals for hearty plates. 📍 Evening: Ghost Walk in Thaxted (if you dare!) • Stories of old spirits, secret tunnels & ancient churches await! 🍷 Dinner at The Star Inn – A cozy meal before resting up. 🗓️ Day 2: Hidden Churches & Garden Escapes 🥐 Breakfast at Fleur’s Tea Room – Homemade granola and a slice of Victoria sponge. 📍 Morning: John Webb’s Windmill in Thaxted & nearby medieval guildhall • Climb the mill for countryside views & wander inside a Tudor-era hall. 📍 Afternoon: Bridge End Garden, Saffron Walden 🌸 • Maze around in hedge gardens, or chill under a leafy arch with a book. 🚖 Departure – Full of stories and hidden gems!