Dunmow, Essex, is an old market town dating clear back to Roman times, in fact, some people have found artifacts in the area from that time period.
The area offers visitors and residents beautiful ancient building to complement today's market society as well as plenty of history to keep tourists happy.
Many of the hotels and accommodations also reside in ancient or historical buildings giving tourists a chance to really feel the flavor of the area.
Many of them are almost within walking distance to the local airport and transportation links of the area so getting around is no problem.
These beautiful buildings offer a variety of types of accommodations including standard amenities, bed and breakfast type, ranch and farm types, and even brand new ones created to match the areas historical significance.
So whether you're looking to just go through the area on business travel or are looking for a weekend getaway you'll find the accommodations that suit you.
The area is well known for a quaint tradition known as the Dunmow Flitch Trials, dating clear back to 1104.
This tradition is all about marriage devotion and is still held on a yearly basis today.
In fact, you can do a search and see who won this flitch, or was awarded the side of bacon for this year.
Dunmow, Essex offers a variety of living styles, from upscale housing to traditional wool bearing farms and ranches.
A beautiful and historical area that offers its residents close proximity to other small towns but also the means to head for the larger metropolises for business and pleasure.
There are also many other historical places in the area that are easily reachable for the tourist trade.
Don't forget to hit the weekly market while in the area for local crafts, food and fun.