| Nothing on the TV, again? Bored with staying in? Then | | | | nachos, hotdogs, drinks and sweets. |
| why not see what the town of Chelmsford has to | | | | Showing all the latest films and blockbusters, the |
| offer you? You might be surprised! Based only 40 | | | | Odeon also offers the chance watch movies in 3D. |
| miles from London in the heart of Essex and with | | | | Despite the increase admission charges for this, it is |
| great transport access, Chelmsford is a great place to | | | | well worth the cost and you get to keep your special |
| catch the latest films, experience local theatre and | | | | glasses, which the kids love. Being based near the |
| dance, or enjoy live music at some superb venues. | | | | shopping centre, all the big stores are nearby, plus |
| Covering the whole entertainment spectrum from | | | | there is a wide choice if you are looking for something |
| international musical superstars all the way through to | | | | to eat, either before or after your film. Local |
| the traditional pantomime, the town of Chelmsford in | | | | restaurants include Tuscanos (Brazilian), La Tasca, De |
| Essex has something for all ages and tastes. | | | | Tapas & Que Pasa (Spanish), Gerrados (Italian) |
| Chelmsford Theatre | | | | Pizza Express, Pizza Hut, Waterfront and the Elan |
| Chelmsford is fortunate to have two excellent | | | | Lounge. Also located nearby in Moulsham Street there |
| theatres in the town, the Civic Theatre and the | | | | is a Megazone with bowling and quasar. The nearest |
| Cramphorn Theatre. Both provide a wide programme | | | | parking for the Cinema and shops is The Meadows |
| of entertainment including plays, concerts, dramas, | | | | Shopping Centre's own Car Park. |
| pantomimes, dance, jazz, comedy, films, and live music. | | | | Chelmsford Sports |
| With a 505 seat auditorium, the Civic Theatre is the | | | | If you love sports, then Chelmsford has a vast choice |
| largest of the two, yet prides itself on a welcoming | | | | to offer. The town is home to Essex County Cricket |
| and friendly atmosphere. With its diverse programme | | | | Club who play their home matches at the Ford County |
| of large scale productions such as classical drama, | | | | Ground. Known as the Essex Eagles, they now play in |
| music events, and family favourites, the Civic appeals | | | | Division 1 of the County Championship after being |
| to every taste and age group. | | | | promoted in the 2009 season by just a single point. |
| The Cramphorn Theatre, which adjoins the Civic, is a | | | | They have also enjoyed recent success in one day |
| smaller more intimate studio theatre with seating for | | | | competitions and continue to produce young, talented |
| 177. It presents a programme of smaller scale touring | | | | players who are destined to become England captain |
| theatre, dance, lunchtime concerts, music productions | | | | such as Graham Gooch, Nasser Hussain and Alistair |
| as well as being renowned for an innovative mix of | | | | Cook. |
| films and art house. They also have live music nights | | | | Chelmsford City Football Club, known as the Clarets, |
| on the first Saturday in every month showcasing local | | | | play their home matches at Melbourne Stadium, which |
| bands and artists. Now an integral part of Chelmsford | | | | also houses modern athletics facilities and a state of |
| life, both the Civic and Cramphorn theatres can be | | | | the art sports centre. After a few years in the |
| found in Fairfield Road, Chelmsford. The most popular | | | | doldrums, the club are now making a concerted effort |
| show, held in the Cramphorn, is the annual Chelmsford | | | | to reach the next level, with their main aim to achieve |
| Pantomime which is held over the Christmas period | | | | a place in the football league. Recent success includes |
| and is always a fantastic treat for all the family. | | | | strong FA Cup & FA Trophy campaigns and |
| Chelmsford Cinema | | | | winners of the Essex Senior Cup. |
| Cinema is also a popular form of entertainment in | | | | Chelmsford is also proud to be the only town in Essex |
| Chelmsford. The Odeon in Kings Head Walk is | | | | with an ice skating rink. Based at the Riverside Ice |
| Chelmsford's only dedicated Cinema and can be found | | | | & Leisure Centre, it is an incredibly popular venue |
| adjacent to the Meadows Shopping Centre. The | | | | for the locals of all ages and abilities and can often get |
| complex comprises of 8 screens with a total of | | | | very busy at peak times. It is also home to a number |
| almost 1,400 seats, ranging from the largest screen | | | | ice skating clubs & ice hockey teams, the main |
| with 334 seats, down to a much smaller intimate | | | | one being the Chelmsford Chieftains. |
| screen with only 108 seats. The comfortable | | | | Whatever you are looking for, Chelmsford really is a |
| surroundings include wheelchair access, a hearing | | | | great place for entertainment. Why not see what you |
| induction loop, and a cash machine. There is the usual | | | | can find today? |
| standard confectionary available including popcorn, | | | | |