Chelmsford is a city in Essex in the east of England. It is approximately 50km north east of London and there is a railway station with direct trains to London Liverpool Street in Central London (35 minutes travel time). Chelmsford is an urban area with a mix of Victorian and modern buildings and a vibrant city centre with two shopping centres and a wide range of restaurants and pubs. Chelmsford is surrounded by many parks and picturesque English villages. Places to visit include Marsh Farm Animal Adventure Park, Tropical Wings Zoo, Chelmsford Cathedral, Shire Hall, Chelmsford Museum and many more.
The PLUS centre is located at one of the largest agricultural universities in the UK. It is surrounded by its own farm, landscaped gardens and offers a secure university environment with plenty of open areas for recreation. The campus is a self contained with lots of modern teaching, living and sporting facilities. The city centre is easily accessible from the campus by bus (15 minutes travel time).
Arrival dates | Weeks | Programmes | Overnight |
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23-06-2025 | 1/2/3 weeks | PREMIUM ; CLASSIC | |
30-06-2025 | 1/2/3 weeks | PREMIUM ; CLASSIC | |
14-07-2025 | 1/2 weeks | PREMIUM ; CLASSIC |
*If your group needs to arrive on a different date, please discuss this with our team to find a suitable alternative. Please note that arrivals and departures on long-distance excursion dates will result in missing the excursion, which cannot be rescheduled. Three-week programmes start on the days specified above only.
This centre is suitable for learners aged 11 to 17.
Residential option
On-campus accommodation is in single rooms with shared or en-suite bathroom facilities.
Bed capacity: 200 (140 ensuite + 60 standard)
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You can book additional lessons at an extra charge, please contact our team to find out more. Additional lessons are subject to availability and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. The closing date for requests is 31 May 2025.
A 2-Week Programme includes:
A 3-Week Programme includes all of the above with the addition of:
All excursions include a Walking Tour and are escorted by PLUS staff, except for self-guided visits in 3-Week Programmes, which allow groups to explore independently. Transportation such as day tickets for local excursions and private coach services for long-distance trips is arranged by PLUS as needed.
A 2-Week Programme includes:
A 3-Week Programme includes all of the above with the addition of:
All excursions include a Walking Tour and are escorted by PLUS staff, except for self-guided visits in 3-Week Programmes, which allow groups to explore independently. Transportation such as day tickets for local excursions and private coach services for long-distance trips is arranged by PLUS as needed.
Our programmes include access to the PLUS App,which provides personalised information tailored to your group. This includes access to the activity programme, videos for walking tours, campus information, and emergency details. With the PLUS App, students and group leaders can easily stay informed and make the most of their time on the programme.
We offer a dedicated airport transfer service to ensure a stress-free arrival experience for your group.
Our service includes a meet & greet, where your group will be warmly welcomed upon arrival, followed by a direct transfer to a convenient drop-off point. This way, your group will not need to worry about directions or find their way with heavy suitcases.
For pricing information, please visit the Agency Area.
Chelmsford Centre Overview
Chelmsford Centre Location
PLUS Chelmsford
Excursion Lessons (Special Course)
IELTS Speaking (Special Course)
Junior Reporter (Special Course)
English via Films (Special Course)