Wooden spires and atmospheric graveyards
The Epping Ongar Railway was not the only Essex location to play a starring role in the magical blockbuster Practical Magic 2. When producers began searching for locations that could double as small-town America, Essex was once again called into action. Their search for a traditional American churchyard eventually led filmmakers to the picturesque village of […]
From commuters to celebrities: visit the Essex railway that cast a spell on Hollywood
The Epping Ongar Railway has been part of Essex history for more than 160 years. Now, thanks to its starring role in Practical Magic 2, the heritage line has added another chapter to its remarkable story On a rainy spring afternoon in 2025, deep in the Essex countryside, the telephone rang in the office of one of […]