With some major events taking place in Essex this month, Greater Anglia has a range of discounts on offer to make it cheaper for people to get out and enjoy them.

Among the great value fares are discounted Advance tickets, Ranger tickets, and Family & Friends Railcards.

More savings can be had by taking advantage of parking at railway stations as they often save a small fortune on parking at the destination, but avoid the inevitable queues of traffic to reach the county’s tourist hot spots.

Major events in Essex this month that are easily accessible by train include:

Great Chesterford Antiques Fair

Notable for stalls full of antiques, collectables, and vintage items, this takes place on Sunday, 5th May at Chesterfords Community Centre in Newmarket Road, Great Chesterford.

Pier to Pier 2024

On Sunday 12 May, the annual walk between Clacton Pier and Walton Pier will take place on in support of Helena Hospice.

Entrants can choose to start the seven miles scenic walk from either Clacton or Walton Pier, or challenge themselves by making the 14-mile return.

All ages are welcome to join in the walk, which is suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs.

Entrants can take part as individuals or walk in groups to remember their loved ones, or take part to support St Helena Hospice.

More details about the walk can be found at St Helena Pier to Pier.

National Flower Show

The National Flower Show will be held from Friday 17 to Sunday, 19 May at Hylands House & Estate in Chelmsford.

This promises to be a perfect day out for all garden lovers, stunning displays of flowers and plants, themed gardens, spectacular grounds, and live music.

Visitors are also welcome to bring their four-legged friends for a stroll through the grounds – and you can bring along your four-legged friends too!

Full information about the show is on the National Flower Show website.

As well as providing savings of 60 to 70% on standard walk-up prices, Greater Anglia’s Advance fares, offer 2FOR1 entry to many of the top attractions in London and East Anglia.

Other discounted fares include: Duo, for two people travelling together; GroupSave for groups of three or more travelling together; London evening out fares for anyone wishing to stay overnight in the capital; and Club 50 discounts for people aged 50 and over.

The best value fares are always obtained by booking in advance, with more savings to be had the earlier that customers book.

Details about these and other offers are at www.greateranglia.co.uk/offers/, whilst information about fares and timetables can be found at visit www.greateranglia.co.uk.

Travelling by train is cheaper than you think, and with our price promise and no booking fees, you are guaranteed to get the lowest price when you book through our website.

Our region has so much to offer and whether it’s a trip to the city or coast, shopping or sightseeing, we are giving people more money to spend on having a great time by helping them save money on their train fare.

Martin Moran, Greater Anglia Commercial and Customer Services Director