Visiting us

Directions

From Chelmsford town centre, follow Springfield Road north and turn right at the traffic lights next to Chelmsford Prison into Sandford Road. Take next road left after Lionmede Park into the Essex Police HQ approach road. Pass Gainsborough Crescent on the right and the museum is before the car park on the left.

From the Army and Navy roundabout and approaches from the south, take the Chelmer Road exit towards Chelmer Village bearing left at the next roundabout. At the traffic lights, turn left into Sandford Road. Take the fourth turning on the right (just before Lionmede Park) into the Essex Police HQ approach road. Pass Gainsborough Crescent on the right and the museum is before the car park on the left.

Public transport

Bus no. 48, 54 or 56 from the bus station in the town centre (opposite the train station).

Parking

There is no parking at Headquarters during weekday working hours. We recommend you park at the public car parks in Wharf Road or at Riverside Ice and Leisure (Victoria Road).

Parking is available for evening visits and at weekends in the Orchard car park, located next to the museum.

Disabled access

For disabled access and parking please contact us in advance of your visit. We have disabled parking spaces which we can reserve in advance. Guided tour available in audio and large print format.

Opening Hours

Wednesday 1pm to 4.30pm and 1st Saturday of the month, 10.30am to 3pm. The Museum office is open Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 4.30pm.