Heathrow Airport 1 hr 16
Mountfichet Castle (16 min)
Castle & Norman village replicas on a historical site with rescued animals, a tea room & gift shop. National Trust - Hatfield Forest (26 min)
Tranquil, ancient royal hunting grounds with grass paths, a forest walk and 1200-year-old trees. Fairlands Valley Park (38 min)
Sprawling green space with aquatic & land-based activities, from sailing classes to rope-climbing. Audley End House and Gardens (20 min)
English Heritage Jacobean mansion, a third its original size, in Capability Brown-designed gardens. Benington Lordship Gardens (32 min)
Tranquil garden park known for its verdant country landscape, castle ruins & contemporary sculpture. Mountfitchet Castle & Norman Village (16 min)
Reconstructed medieval castle and Norman settlement, plus a toy museum, closed during winter. Bridge End Gardens (23 min) Royston Cave (27 min)
Snug cave discovered in 1742 & featuring storied stone carvings, open to the public Apr–Oct. Stansted Mountfitchet Windmill (15 min) IWM Duxford (33 min)
WWI airfield displaying hundreds of military and civilian vehicles, plus exhibits on warfare. Scott's Grotto (24 min) Audley End Miniature Railway and Enchanted Fairy and Elf Walk (20 min)
Family-fun miniature train ride through lush woodland, plus a fairy walk and cafe. Henry Moore Foundation (Henry Moore Studios & Gardens) (20 min)
Former home & workspace of a famed 20th-century sculptor, plus sprawling grounds with outdoor art. The Gibberd Garden (34 min)
Charming garden featuring 14 acres of manicured lawns, flower beds, sculpture & ceramic pots. House on the Hill Museum (16 min)
Venue showcasing a personal collection of 70,000+ toys ranging from Victorian items to modern games. | 
