Essex
Properties and events in Essex
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'Meet and Play the Moot Hall Organ' at Colchester Town Hall
A rare opportunity to hear and play the remarkable organ in Colchester Town Hall which provides music for the town's annual Oyster Feast and other civic events.
“The Chelmsford Blue Plaque Challenge” an Illustrated talk by Alan Pamphilon
The Chelmsford Civic Society were invited a few years ago by Chelmsford City Council to increase the number of people recognised by Blue Plaques in Chelmsford.
180 Bishopsfield, Harlow
Of great interest to architects, architectural students, and those interested in 20th Century town planning. A courtyard dwelling in Bishopsfield - one of 256 dwellings in the award winning development from 1961.
A Virtual Tour of 26 High Street in Chelmsford - Dr Benjamin Pugh's Mansion House
A virtual tour of 26 High Street in Chelmsford - Dr Benjamin Pugh's Mansion House.
A Virtual Tour of Saracens Head Hotel
A Virtual Tour of Saracens Head Hotel revisits the history of this centuries old building which was one of many coach houses in Chelmsford.
AudaTours Colchester Audio Tour: Unsung Hands
A self-guided audio tour of Colchester, exploring the silk weavers, oyster fishers and garrison workers of Britain’s oldest recorded town.
Audley Chapel
The 16th-century burial chapel of the Audley family, with a fine hammer-beam roof and unique monuments and features. Knowledgeable guides will be on hand to answer questions.
Beaulieu Palace - New Hall School Circular Walk
Ever wondered about New Hall school and how it came to be?
Beeleigh Water and Steam Mill
Beeleigh Water and Steam Flour Mill contains a unique Elephant Boiler, Wentworth Beam Engine and Victorian Milling Hurst.
Bell Ringing, Craft, Ancient Church
Come to St Andrews' Church to see and try out the ancient art of bell ringing Have guided tour of this Grade 1 Listed building Enjoy home-made refreshments Activities for kids and adults. Displays from local societies Organ recital
Big Battlefield Walks Weekends - Battle of Maldon 991
A chance to visit this decisive Anglo-Saxon - Viking battle.
Bobbit's Hole Nature Reserve
Discover Bobbit's Hole Nature Reserve this Heritage Open Days.
Borley Church: Between Hedgerow and Sky: Studies in Light and Stillness
Eleanor Mann's paintings echo the beauty found surrounding Borley's historic church, which enjoys stunning views across the Stour Valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty. Enjoy refreshments by Borley Bakes in this quiet, thoughtful place.
Boxted Airfield Open Weekend
New for 2026. Royal Observer Corps post, ww2 camera of the type carried on aircraft to record mission effects. New artefact additions to B26 Aircraft collection.
Canal History Walk
Gently walk from the busy City Centre along the now peaceful waterway which was once the major transport route supplying the then town with heavy goods.
Cannock Mill
There has been a mill on this site since the Middle Ages, although the present building was only constructed in 1845. Cannock Mill has three storeys with a hoist loft and is weatherboarded. It is now owned by Cannock Mill Cohousing.
Catherine’s Farmhouse, Great Parndon
Grade II listed farmhouse with selected rooms available to view.
Caught, Caged and Condemned Talk
Step into Chelmsford’s darker history, where justice was swift, public and often painful.
Chelmsford Black History Walk
This walk which will take in the Cathedral and points of the High Street along to the non-conformist cemetery in New London Road.
Chelmsford Cathedral
We will be offering Introduction Tours of the Cathedral and a rare opportunity to visit our hidden gem, The Knightbridge Library (Bookable Tours).