Rochford is a small town and civil parish in Essex, just to the north of the seaside resort of Southend on Sea. The parish of Rochford includes London Southend Airport. The Area currently occupied by Southend Airport was used as a fighter station in WW1. During WW2 Southend Airport was requisitioned by the Air Ministry for use as a fighter airfield for the No.11 Group RAF. The Market Square in Rochford has a varied selection of shops, cafes and businesses. Recreation needs are fully catered for with 3 golf courses in the district, and sports centres in Rayleigh, Hawkwell and Great Wakering Historic buildings include The Old House in South Street, and Rochford Hall, one time home of the Boleyn family. In 1525 Henry VIII awarded Thomas Boleyn the title of Viscount Rochford. The house is now privately owned by a family who live within the building, along with a golf course who also own a part of it. Nearby attractions include the market town of Rayleigh, the site of a Norman castle, and Rayleigh Windmill, built in 1798. Also within the district are the historic Hockley Woods, the island of Foulness - a haven for wildlife, and the Roach Valley Conservation Zone.
Attraction
Care Home
Charity
Council
Estate Agent
A J Calladine
Abbotts Estate Agents
Clarke Property Services
Crouch Valley Estates
Housman Estates
Golf Club
Inn
Pub and Bar
Golden Lion
Horse & Groom
Kings Head Inn
Marlborough Head
Milestone
Old Ship
Taxi
Sports Clubs
Wakering Yacht Club (Sailing)
Shops
Sweet Times of Rochford
Golden Crust
Uppercrust Bakery
Bakers Dozen
Gleadell Meats
Golden Cross Pharmacy
WE Haynes
Miss Daisy
The Cats Whiskers
Activities
Southend & District Archery Club(Archery)
Shopland Hall Equestrian Centre(Riding)
Places to Stay near Rochford
Maison Renouf (0.25 miles)
As Southend's only Boutique Hotel you will find Maison Renouf stylish and friendly. Rooms are large with an en-suite bathrooms and showers. Our prices include all you can eat ... More
Cherry Tree (0.88 miles)
Essex County Hotel (1.19 miles)
The Essex County Hotel is the only hotel in the seaside resort of Southend to be able to offer 75 luxury rooms, a 120-seater quality restaurant and 2 licensed bars. With several dining and conference rooms, ... More | visit website
Premier Inn Southend-on-Sea West (1.89 miles)
Ideally located on the A127 the main road into Southend; this hotel is within 2 miles of Rochford and Southend Victoria train stations and also 2 miles from Southend Airport. For shops and local amenities ... More | visit websiteTravelodge Southend on Sea (3.14 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Balmoral Apartments (3.21 miles)
High grade, self catering accommodation in Southend (4 star rated). Luxurious 2 bedroom (en-suite) apartments with off street parking convienient for Southend town centre, main line stations and main bus routes. Beautifully equipped and with ... MoreTower Hotel (3.39 miles)
Westcliff Hotel (3.43 miles)
The Westcliff Hotel is a splendid Victorian hotel, close to the seafront with spectacular views over the Thames Estuary and easy access from the A13 and A127.
The hotel is famous for weddings and conferences with ... More | visit website
Gleneagles Hotel (3.45 miles)
Overlooking the beautiful cliff gardens and with panoramic sea views, the Gleneagles offers 4-star guest accommodation within Southend’s tranquil conservation area. Gleneagles is a Grade II listed building, which has now been completely refurbished, restoring it ... More | visit website
Hamiltons Boutique Hotel (3.49 miles)
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