Resident artist James Merriott continues his watercolour tour of Essex

Great British Life: The White Hart InnThe White Hart Inn (Image: Archant)

Great British Life: Church of St. Mary the VirginChurch of St. Mary the Virgin (Image: Archant)

There is not just one country inn in the village centre, but two, one on each side of the main street

Great British Life: The Nags Head InnThe Nags Head Inn (Image: Archant)

Everything a country church should be, peaceful, beautiful with a very pleasing and simple structure

Great British Life: Forge CottageForge Cottage (Image: Archant)

The White Hart opposite and beautiful cottages contribute to the picturesque village

Great British Life: Manor CottageManor Cottage (Image: Archant)

The sign post at the village centre is an outstanding feature that will put you on the right road

Great British Life: Bridge over Cripsey BrookBridge over Cripsey Brook (Image: Archant)

The pretty garden with the complementary lamp provided an extra incentive to paint this wonderful view

This is a lovely welcome into the village as you arrive from Ongar and are greeted by the historic red brick bridge over the brook