Why not get the kids up early park at Waterhouse a bit earlier than every other day – starts at 6.30am - and wander down to town through the park

If you want to get a great view of the Torch without the stress of navigating the town car parks don’t forget to use the FREE car park at Waterhouse Business Centre and make the most of a healthy early morning walk through the park. Take in the sights and sounds of Marconi Ponds and enjoy the beauty of this peaceful walk into town.

Marconi Ponds is an area of natural beauty and interest for recreation and wildlife in the centre of Chelmsford. The Nature Reserve comprises a footpath through a beautiful area of wooded land and the ponds. Take in the walkways and cycle park of Marconi a  perfect area for wildlife, with Kingfishers and Herons already present, and other wildlife returning. 

The map on display in the centre on our Notice Board, shows the easy 10-15min walk from the centre into town. 

JOIN IN

We’ll be there helping to share the excitement and inspiration of the Olympic Flame with millions of people. Celebrating classic British icons and showcasing a unique fusion of street performance, theatre and sport, in recognition of the athleticism, agility and skill of our British Olympians.

Chelmsford torchbearers will carry the Flame from the Anglian Ruskin University along New street passing Marconi factory to the Cathedral into High Street past the Shire Hall and Town Sign, continuing along High street into down Moulsham street arriving at Chelmsford Museum.