Essex

Properties and events in Essex

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'Meet and Play the Moot Hall Organ' at Colchester Town Hall

Town Hall, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

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.

180 Bishopsfield, Harlow

180 Bishopsfield, Harlow, Essex, CM18 6UT
In person
Pre-booking required

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.

1950s Day - Tindal Square

Outside Shire Hall, Tindal Square, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1EH
In person
Pre-booking not required

Join us for a 1950s themed day with singing, dancing and classic cars from the era! Feel free to dress in 1950s attire!

7 Queen Street Colchester - One of the city's most interesting buildings.

The Queen Street Brewhouse, 7 Queen Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2PG
In person
Pre-booking preferred

7 Queen Street Colchester dates from the 14th century. It has been occupied as a business and/or domestic premises for the the last 600 years.

A Harlow walk

Abercrombie Way, Harlow, Essex, CM18 6YJ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

A 3 mile guided walk, taking in Harlow architecture "old" and new and some sculpture.

A lecture entitled 'Modern Architecture & the Press'

Broadway, Silver End, Witham, Essex, CM8 3RQ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

A lecture to be given by the acclaimed Dr Jessica Kelly, senior lecturer at London Metropolitan University with a particular interest in mid century architecture and media.

A Virtual Tour of Christchurch, Chelmsford

Chelmsford, Essex,
Online event
Pre-booking not required

A virtual tour of this iconic Chelmsford building built in the 1970s.

A Virtual Tour of The Regent Theatre

Chelmsford, Essex,
Online event
Pre-booking not required

A virtual tour of the Regent Theatre in Chelmsford

Abbey Lane Chapel

Abbey Lane, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 1AG
In person
Pre-booking not required

Experience the rich interior, pulpit, pews, screen, gallery and organ of this 1811 non-conformist chapel.

All Saints Church, East Hanningfield: 140th Anniversary Open Day

All Saints Church, The Tye, East Hanningfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8XA
In person
Pre-booking not required

2025 is the 140th anniversary of our church. Come and see the inside of our beautiful Grade II listed Victorian building, learn about its history and why it had to be completely rebuilt on a new site.

Architecture Photograph Competition Exhibition

High Chelmer Shopping Centre, Exchange Way, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1XB
In person
Pre-booking not required

An Exhibition of photographs from our Heritage Photography Competition - this year, the theme is architecture.

Audley Chapel

Berechurch Hall Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9NU
In person
Pre-booking not required

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.

Beeleigh Water and Steam Mill

Abbey Turning, Old London Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6LL
In person
Pre-booking not required

Beeleigh Water and Steam Flour Mill contains a unique Elephant Boiler, Wentworth Beam Engine and Victorian Milling Hurst.

Big Battlefield Walks Weekends - Battle of Maldon 991

The Promenade Park, Park Drive, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5JG
In person
Pre-booking required

A chance to visit this decisive Anglo-Saxon - Viking battle.

Bobbit's Hole Nature Reserve

Bobbit's Hole Nature Reserve, rear of Asda Superstore, Main Road, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3HJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Discover Bobbit's Hole Nature Reserve this Heritage Open Days.

Borley Church : Bricks and Stones

Borley Church, School Road, Borley, Sudbury, Essex, CO10 7AE
In person
Pre-booking not required

Borley Church throws open its doors over the weekend for visitors to explore the history and architecture of this ancient building. Guided tours will run throughout the weekend. Refreshments will be available.

Braintree Museum - Braintree, Buildings and Beyond

Manor Street, Braintree, Essex, CM7 3HW
In person
Pre-booking not required

Get a unique glimpse into Braintree Museum’s collection and behind the scenes at the Warner Textile Archive showcasing the rich local heritage of textile production, notable historic figures and industry giants.

Cannock Mill

Cannock Mill House, Old Heath Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8AA
In person
Pre-booking not required

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.

Chelmsford History Rock Snake

Oaklands Park, Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 9AQ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Add to Chelmsford History Rock Snake or attend one of two painting sessions.

Chelmsford’s Dark Witch History Walk

Bellmead, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1LE
In person
Pre-booking required

Elly walks around parts of Chelmsford telling us about the witch trials of the past.