Hylands Estate

10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day. 💚
It feels like the perfect opportunity to congratulate our very own Charlotte, who has recently completed her training to become a Mental Health First Aider.

For Charlotte, even small things can make a difference during a busy working day:

“I love to step away from my desk and take a walk around the park during my lunch break. A bit of fresh air, some time away from a screen and a chance to reset can make such a difference to the rest of the day.

"I’m looking forward to using what I’ve learnt to help support those around me and, most importantly, continuing to make mental health part of everyday conversations.” 💚

Well done, Charlotte!

08/10/2026

Christmas at The Stables is back! 🎄✨
Join us on Thursday 19 November, 5pm–9pm for an evening of festive shopping, live music and plenty of Christmas cheer.

Browse artisan food, drinks and gifts from local traders, explore the open Artist Studios and pick up something special for Christmas, whether that’s for someone else or yourself.

Keep an eye on our socials as we start introducing some of the brilliant businesses joining us this year.

Spaces are very limited, but if you are a local business and interested in registering your interest as a trader, please email the team on [email protected]

07/10/2026

Yesterday was all about a team catch-up and a little team building for the Hylands team.

We spent some time looking back at the highlights of the past year and hearing more about the plans for 2027 and beyond.

We also enjoyed some games, plenty of laughs and just a little friendly competition along the way. 🎮

It was a lovely chance to get everyone together and spend some time as a team after a busy summer wedding season and ahead of a packed winter event programme!

06/10/2026

Hylands looking suitably atmospheric this October morning! 🍂

04/10/2026

The team is all set for our Wedding Showcase today!

The Hylands team look forward to meeting you at our Wedding Showcase today! ✨

We’re open 12pm-5pm so make sure you pop down and say hello 🤎

03/10/2026

Our Open Estate Day returns next Sunday, 11 October! 🍂

While most of Hylands House will be closed for essential boiler works, there’ll still be plenty to enjoy around the house and grounds.

Outside, Essex Foodies Market will be back with a brilliant mix of local traders and plenty of autumnal flavours to look out for.

Head over to The Stables to explore the open Artist Studios, enjoy live music in the courtyard, visit The Deli café and browse the Friends of Hylands House second-hand bookshop.

Join us from 10am–3pm and keep an eye on for trader announcements.

Sign up to our newsletter for updates on other activities happening on the day: https://pages.comms.chelmsford.gov.uk/pages/subscribe-hyland-estate

01/10/2026

See Hylands from a whole new angle after dark!🌙🌲

Go Ape’s Sundown Adventures are back this autumn, giving you the chance to take on the treetop course surrounded by colourful lights.

Climb, cross and zip through the canopy on selected dates from 16 October to 8 November.

Find out more and book with Go Ape!
https://hylandsestate.co.uk/events/go-ape-sundown-adventures/

30/09/2026

Meet the Team | Sian ✨

For our final Meet the Team… it’s time to introduce you to Sian! 🤎

When we say Sian knows weddings inside out and back to front, we really mean it as she enters her twelfth year at Hylands! ✨ She has an incredible eye for detail and a wealth of experience, making her such an important part of the team and someone our couples can always rely on.

📸 Sian’s favourite spot in the house is the Grand Staircase — and it’s easy to see why! With its original wooden gilt chandelier and stunning historic features, it’s no surprise that it’s the most popular photo spot in the house for our couples. 🤎

And today is another reason to celebrate, as it’s Sian’s birthday! 🎂🥂 Our second September birthday in the team!

Happy Birthday, Sian! 🤎 We hope you have the most wonderful day! Join us by wishing Sian a happy birthday in the comments! ✨

If you’re joining us at our Wedding Showcase, be sure to say hello to Sian and the team, explore our beautiful house and discover some of the spaces that make Hylands so special for weddings. 🤎

📅 Sunday 4th October
⏰ 12pm–5pm
📍 Hylands House

Pre-Register via the link in our bio 🔗

We’d love to see you there! ✨

29/09/2026

Fancy being part of the magic at Hylands this Christmas season? ✨

We're looking for Casual Events Assistants to join our team and help support Enlightened, our popular winter light trail running 26 November to 2 January.

You'll be working outdoors, welcoming and directing visitors, keeping an eye on installations and helping the event run safely throughout the festive season.

Find out more and apply: https://hylandsestate.co.uk/jobs/

28/09/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Woodland Wanderers Forest School Essex to Hylands Park this October! 🌳💚

They’ll be making a new home here at Hylands, offering regular Forest School sessions where children can explore, get creative and learn through outdoor play.

To celebrate their arrival, they'll be kicking things off with two free taster sessions:
🌱 Monday 26 October: Little Saplings (ages 2–5)
🎃 Saturday 31 October: Halloween Woodland Explorers (ages 6–11)

Give them a warm welcome and a follow to find out more about their upcoming sessions and how to book.

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