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The Riverside Inn: 17th-Century Riverside Mill with Direct Trains to London
Historic Riverside Setting
The Riverside Inn is a converted 17th-century mill on the River Chelmer. The hotel has 5 refurbished rooms with individual period details and en-suite private bathrooms. A decked garden overlooks the River Chelmer and mill stream.
Rooms & Amenities
Each refurbished room at The Riverside Inn has an en-suite private bathroom. Air conditioning is available in all guest rooms, and daily housekeeping is provided. Luggage storage is available for guests.
Dining & Bar
The Riverside Inn operates as a pub with a bar that shows sports and serves an extensive drinks menu. The bar/lounge offers small plates and pizza, and the dining room serves traditional British cuisine with seasonal ingredients. Kids' meals are available in the bar and restaurant.
Location & Transport
From The Riverside Inn, Chelmsford town center and Rail Station are 5 minutes' walk away. Chelmsford Cathedral and High Chelmer Shopping Centre are 10 minutes' walk away, and Warren Golf Club is nearby. Chelmsford Rail Station offers a direct route to London Liverpool Street Station.
Outdoor Recreation & Pet Policy
Badminton equipment, cycling, fishing, and bowling are available at The Riverside Inn. The Riverside Inn is pet-friendly, allowing guests to bring their pets. Its decked garden overlooks the River Chelmer and mill stream for outdoor relaxation.
Highlights
Historic Setting: converted 17th-century mill on the River Chelmer
Rooms: 5 refurbished rooms with period details
Dining: small plates, pizza, and traditional British cuisine
Activities: fishing, cycling, badminton equipment, and bowling
Location: direct trains to London Liverpool Street Station
Pets: guests can bring their pets
Must-do experiences
Explore Hylands House and its stunning park gardens.
Savor a classic sausage roll at The Chelmer Bakery.
Visit RHS Garden Hyde Hall for unique plant collections.
Discover the Chelmsford Museum's local history exhibits.
Stroll through Central Park and enjoy the local events.
Select your room type
The Riverside Inn features a range of room types across England, from double and family rooms to suites, with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers included
Double Room Private Bathroom
2 persons
10 m²
1 Double bed
Air conditioning
Bathtub
room details
Budget Double Room
2 persons
10 m²
1 Double bed
Bathtub
Heating
room details
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Facilities
The Riverside Inn provides amenities to make your stay in England comfortable and memorable
Facilities: Great
8.7/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Internet access
No pets allowed
Security
Adults only
Luggage storage
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Cycling
Badminton
Bowling
Fishing
Services
Housekeeping
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Children
Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
Room features
Air conditioning
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
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The Riverside Inn: Location in England
Victoria Road, Chelmsford, CM2 6LJ,
Map view
City landmarks
Church
Chelmsford Cathedral
640 m
Museum
Essex Police Museum
910 m
Park
Central Park
1.29 km
Museum
Chelmsford Museum
2 km
Shopping Area
High Chelmer Shopping Centre
710 m
Shopping Area
Meadows Shopping Centre
700 m
Landmark
The Escape Network
900 m
Landmark
Bell Meadow Park Chelmsford
670 m
Landmark
Chelmsford Gallery
700 m
Landmark
Sky Blue Pasture
720 m
Landmark
Chelmsford Escape Rooms
1.33 km
Amusement Park
Oaklands Park
2.08 km
Landmark
Natural Foundations
2.32 km
Landmark
The Essex Regiment Museum
1.85 km
Museum
Sandford Mill Museum
2.7 km
Landmark
Springfield Lyons Bronze Age Enclosure
2.48 km
Event hall
Great Baddow Millennium Community Centre
2.19 km
Landmark
Brook End Gardens
2.26 km
Landmark
Beaulieu park
2.76 km
Park
Hylands House
4.01 km
Landmark
Hylands Park
4.08 km
Landmark
Chelmer Park
3.46 km
Golf Course
Regiment Way Golf Centre
4.88 km
Landmark
Boreham Airfield War Memorial
6.2 km
Church
Parish Church
6.83 km
Nearby
Bond Street
500 m
Pratt's Farm Ln Little Waltham
Chelmer Valley Park and Ride
560 m
Public Building
Shire Hall
540 m
Restaurants
Bond's Coffee Shop
430 m
36 Bond Street
The Ivory Peg
730 m
3-7 New London Road
Pret A Manger
620 m
13 High Street
Costa coffee in Waterstones
690 m
76 High Street
Peking Hors D'oeuvre
810 m
New Street
The Gold River
850 m
Byron Road
Explore Chelmsford
Explore Chelmsford
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Chelmsford Cathedral
8 minutes' walk
Gothic architecture with stunning stained glass windows, offering serene surroundings and free entry.
Essex Police Museum
11 minutes' walk
Home to fascinating artifacts detailing the county's policing history, with special events and exhibits.
Central Park
16 minutes walking
Spacious green area featuring children's play zones, lovely gardens, and seasonal events throughout the year.
Chelmsford Museum
4-minute drive
Showcasing local history and art, with engaging exhibits and family-friendly activities available.
Chelmsford Escape Rooms
11 minutes' walk
Thrilling escape game experiences with various themed rooms accommodating teams looking for fun.
Hylands Park
11-minute drive
Beautiful park ideal for relaxing walks, picnics, and events, with wellness workshops available in summer.
The Ivory Peg
9 minutes' walk
A casual dining spot serving delicious modern British dishes in a cozy setting. Reservations recommended.
Peking Hors D'oeuvre
10 minutes' walk
Authentic Chinese cuisine focusing on dim sum and traditional dishes, perfect for groups or takeout.
Chelmsford Gallery
9 minutes' walk
Local art exhibitions and workshops in a vibrant space, appealing to art enthusiasts of all ages.
Bond Street
6 minutes' walk
A lively destination with shops, restaurants, and occasional live performances, great for evening outings.
Getting around England
City Centre
Chelmsford 9 min · 700 m
Airports
London Stansted (STN) 47 min · 30.7 km
London Southend (SEN) 47 min · 30.9 km
Train
Chelmsford Train Station 10 min · 800 m
Chelmsford Railway Station 10 min · 800 m
Bus
Bus stop 2 min · 100 m
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-21:00
Check-out
until 11 am
Internet
High-speed internet access is available in the hotel rooms at additional cost.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Guest Reviews and Ratings
What previous guests said about staying at The Riverside Inn.
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Comfort
9.0/10
Facilities
8.7/10
Free Wi-Fi
10.0/10
Location
9.3/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
9.0/10
Pros
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Riverside location
Good dining
Charming character
Cons
Noise disturbances
Limited breakfast
Dated facilities
Parking issues
Guest reviews
based on 882 reviews
8.6/10
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