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About Widford

Widford is a small Essex village just outside Chelmsford, easily reached via the A414 which connects to the M25 at Junction 28. Popular with London commuters, it sits in typical Essex countryside along the Chelmer Valley. The village's water meadows flood each winter, creating temporary wetlands that draw various migrating birds to the area.

Where is Widford on the map?

Widford is in England, at 51.700, 0.450 - about 10 km north-east of Heybridge, Essex 2.

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Pub Crawl Golf: Widford9 holes, one ball

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What is the closest airport to Widford?

The closest airport to Widford is London Southend Airport, 32 km (about 31 min by car). Other airports nearby: London City Airport, London Stansted Airport.

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