Dunton Court, Essex

Residential Park (find out more here)

Description

Dunton Court is located in Brentwood in Essex, a fabulous park waiting for you to discover.  Situated in the heart of Essex, it is well-positioned nearby a host of local attractions and sites of interest.

Retiring from the country is always an appealing thought. Park communities are developed to enable single and couple retirees to move somewhere peaceful, quiet, and free from the commotion of town and city living.  

About Dunton Court

Dunton Court is a specially-developed residential park. Beautifully landscaped gardens and on-site amenities await you, as well as ample parking and access to and from the public roads. Of course, you will never be too far from civilisation!  What’s more, you will be able to move close to like-minded neighbours.

The development is just far from the busy towns and suburbs of surrounding Essex.  It’s a community that is nestled deep within miles of green land, making it the perfect starting point for country walks or more adventurous excursions.

Whether you already live in nearby Essex or are interested in finding somewhere peaceful to retire to, the park will likely be very appealing to you.  It is one of many park home communities in the south of England continues to grow in popularity.  Therefore, it may be a good idea to enquire about arranging a viewing as soon as possible.

Exploring the Area

Brentwood is something of a hidden gem in the heart of Essex.  It is famed for its numerous parks, extensive walks and countryside sights.  If getting back to nature appeals to you, Brentwood and the surrounding area have plenty to offer you.  There is also an incredible amount of English heritage in the place for you to discover.

Whether you enjoy long country walks or dipping into England’s distant past, Dunton Court is perfectly positioned.  Based just off main road links, you can quickly drive or take public transport to and from the park community.  While the site has plenty to offer its residents, you may want to make the most of things and explore the wider region.  Who can blame you?

Let’s look at some of the more popular and intriguing sites of interest dotted around Brentwood and beyond.

Central Brentwood

Brentwood is a bustling town centre with a popular shopping district, a local theatre and a booming tourist trade.  Brentwood’s community is broad, welcoming, and the town is well-presented.  If you want to take a quick trip to visit local shops or even to sample the town’s many restaurants and bars, it is only a short trip down the way from Dunton Court.  The park community is technically based at a Brentwood address, meaning the town centre will be on your doorstep.

The Brentwood Heritage Trail

If you find the idea of dipping into historic Brentwood appealing, you will find the Brentwood Heritage Trail very intriguing.  Set up by the local borough council to offer locals and visitors the chance to explore the district’s distant past, there are plenty of surprising sights for you to take in, all within local reach of Dunton Court.

For example, you may wish to start your travel down the trail by taking in the Brentwood Museum.  Set up to celebrate the history of the community, you’ll be able to spy carefully-preserved photographs, artefacts and relics from decades ago.  Based in a local cemetery lodge, the Museum is your local time machine – why not see how residents in the town used to live in centuries past?

You’ll also want to take in the Mountnessing Windmill.  It is a grand structure built at the start of the 19^th century and was actually in service until the 1920s.  Having been repaired a decade later, it remains a staple landmark of Brentwood and this side of the county.

Brentwood Cathedral

The majestic Brentwood Cathedral is a beautiful day out for anyone fascinated by English architecture.  The Cathedral only earned its status in the early 20^th century, having started life as a parish.  Entry to the Cathedral is free, and you can visit all year round.  It was designed by the architect Quinlan Terry and is open for services.

Thorndon Country Park

Head a little south of Brentwood itself, and you'll come across the beautiful Thorndon Country Park.  This expansive 500-acre haven of parkland and meadowland is a fantastic day out for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.  You'll also find a café based here alongside the popular Countryside Centre.  The park is split into Thorndon North and Thorndon South – it's that large!  Wooded walks and nature-spotting are recommended to the north, while wide-open park walking can be enjoyed towards the south.

Weald Country Park

While on the subject of country parks, if you’re interested in taking in the unspoilt landscape of nearby Brentwood and the surrounding areas, Weald Country has it all.  Originally part of the Weald Hall Estate, the park lives on as a 500-acre escape for walkers and explorers alike.

Weald Country Park is undoubtedly grandiose.  You’ll be able to spot all manner of wildlife making their homes here, such as various waterfowl and wading birds.  There are plenty of walking and cycle trails for you to explore here at your leisure, as well as a deer park and ancient beauty spots.  It is spectacular to traverse on a clear, blue sky day, and as a resident, you’ll be able to visit the park all year round, just a stone’s throw away.

Barnards Farm Gardens

If you’re interested in exploring Brentwood’s parks at their most flourishing, between April and August each year, be sure to make a trip to Barnards Farm Gardens, based near the park community.  There are intricate, mysterious gardens, based around apple trees on the farmland, and plenty of curious sculptures for you to admire along the way.  Across 50 acres, it is an unforgettable day out, and well worth exploring when the weather is fine.

Kelvedon Hatch

Time for a slightly different type of history! Kelvedon Hatch is – or was – a secret bunker built in the 1950s.  It was set up as preparation for the possibility of nuclear war, which came to a head during the Cold War in the 1980s.  Less than 40 years ago, it was still being used as a military rendezvous point, used for coordination and planning in the event of Russian strikes on the UK.

Today, it is a fantastic and fascinating museum, dedicated to the tireless preparation our forces made for ‘what could have been’.  You’ll still be able to spot some of the original equipment used here left on display.  It’s a fantastic time capsule, and one worth exploring if this period of history intrigues you.

Ingatestone Hall

Heading even further back in time, why not explore local Tudor history?  Ingatestone Hall was built in the mid-16^th century and stood as what was once home to Sir William Petre.  He was, at the time, Secretary of State to Queen Elizabeth I, the Virgin Queen. The fascinating fact about Ingatestone Hall is that Sir William and his family used it to safeguard Catholic priests, who at the time were under heavy persecution!

To this day, you can still see ‘priest holes’ and scores of artwork lining the walls. So why not come and explore this stunning piece of history for yourself?

Local Golf

Alternatively, fancy taking in a round or two of golf?  Brentwood is home to some fantastic courses, from Weald Park’s links to the Hartswood Golf Club, based at King George’s Playing Fields.  There is also the Bentley Golf Club, based nearby on Ongar Road, and the South Essex Country Club, which you will find on Brentwood Road.  Brentwood is the golfing capital of the county.  Why not take in a club membership once you’re settled at Dunton Court.

Moving to Dunton Court

This is a secure park community situated amongst some of the most beautiful, expansive countryside in the south of England.  Brentwood is a town and region with many surprises to offer, and you can uncover them all from the comfort of the nearby park community.

There’s nothing quite like getting away from it all.  There is always something new to uncover with all of the beautiful park and countryside locations listed in the local area.  Find yourself some genuine peace.  Make a beeline for Dunton Court as soon as you can!

Address

Dunton Court
Dunton
Brentwood
Essex
CM13 3SX