The following links will be updated on request. The last update was on 27th March 2011, when "Blood Tests" was added.
Please send details of links for transport, clubs and societies or general information on the village to the webmaster .
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Great Baddow blog … |
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Jon's take on what's happening around Great Baddow, with lots of photos. |
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Blood Testing alternatives to Broomfield Hospital … |
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Since the closure of St. John's Hospital, two alternatives in Chelmsford centre are available at Christchurch, New London Road (Mon - Fri 7.00am - 3.45pm) and Chelmsford Medical Centre (Mon, Tue, Thur 8am - 12.45pm). BOTH locations STRICTLY By appointment only, Tel: 516963 between 9am and 5pm, Mon- Fri) |
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Local government |
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Information and services provided by Chelmsford Council. |
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CEP undertakes projects and activities which contribute towards an environmentally aware Chelmsford. |
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Local information concerning the Parish council. |
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Baddow Hall Junior School is a caring school where the teaching is of a high quality, and the children feel secure and respected in a happy environment. |
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Woodcroft is a flourishing Essex County Council maintained Nursery School, Pre Nursery and Family/Toddler Group. Come and visit - we would love to see you. |
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Transport links |
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Service details and information about First Bus services in Chelmsford and South Essex |
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Service details and information about National Express rail services across East Anglia |
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National site providing free road traffic reports and giving you live traffic news and information for all motorways and major roads across the country. Normally updated every 3 minutes. |
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Local clubs, societies and entertainment |
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Learn to dance locally in Great Baddow. Strictly come dancing style plus lots more. Ballroom and Latin. |
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Information about joining the club to play tennis |
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The Great Baddow Charity Race has become a firm favourite in the sporting calendar of Chelmsford, and particularly Great Baddow. It is normally held mid May and in 2007 will be held on Sunday 20 May. |
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Restaurants |
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Restaurant on Church Street. Newly equipped pizzeria, "Luna" bar and Italian restaurant. |
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Located in Bell Street. Fine cuisine in the setting of a maginficnet timbered barnth flambé cooking a specilty. |
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Accommodation |
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Converted Victorian mansion offering quality accommodation on the outskirts of the village. |
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Grade II heritage listed 17th century manor home offering a friendly, informal atmosphere. |
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Property information |
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National property website offering search facilities for anywhere in the country, national or local. |
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Details of actual prices achieved for property sales in the local area. |
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Local history |
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Local history recorded from conversations and memories from people living in the early part of the last century and providing a glimpse of the village’s past. |
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Church links |
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Meadgate
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Details of services, meetings and activities for St Mary’s and the two other local Anglican churches. |
| Baddow Life |
A local community newspaper, published in both printed and electronic form. The printed version is distributed free of charge to homes in Great Baddow. It is produced by the local Anglican churches and addresses local topics of interest as well as providing a Christian commentary on news items. |
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Health links |
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Local GP practice in Longmead Avenue |
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| Sutherland Lodge Surgery | Local GP practice in Baddow Road |
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Chelmsford's Healthy Walking Scheme. A free walking programme set up by Chelmsford Borough Council and Chelmsford Primary Care Trust which includes regular walks around Great Baddow. |
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Local NHS Trust providing acute services at Broomfield Hospital and 5 further hospitals in Chelmsford, Braintree and Maldon. |
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NICE is the independent organisation responsible for providing national guidance on the promotion of good health and the prevention and treatment of ill health. |
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NeLH provides a digital library of resources for health professionals, patients and the public. |
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NHS Direct Online provides access to information about illnesses, operations, tests and treatment as well as advice on common health problems. Remember that in an emergency to dial 999 for an ambulance. |
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We provide mental health, substance misuse and social care services and support for over 17,000 individuals and their families in north Essex. Our services are for people of all ages and we involve local people in the planning and delivery of services. We're committed to treating everyone with dignity and respect. |
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Police |
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Information and advice from the local Essex
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National police website with news, facilities to report crime etc. |
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National sites of interest |
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National coverage of news as it breaks. |
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Major search engine for the Internet. |
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Used by greatbaddow online site to submit details to multiple search engines |
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The Automobile Association – support for the motorist on or off the road. |
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Maps covering the UK and abroad. Locate a place name or find a map by postcode. |
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5 day weather forecast covering Eastern England. |
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| ******* Latest News ******* | |
| Maldon Road Crash | 4th August 2017 (details) |
| ********* Today's Events ********* | |
| Thu 17th Aug : 1.30 - 3.30pm | |
| Play in the Park | Recreation Ground (FREE for 3-11 year olds) |
| ******* Forthcoming Events ******* | |
| Thu 24th Aug : 2 - 4 pm | |
| Great Baddow WI, Strawberry Tea | URC Hall |
| regular events are shown here | |