Until Edward Colston’s statue was pulled from its pedestal and thrown into Bristol harbour in June 2020, most of Britain had no idea who he was.
Turf Maze on Saffron Walden Common
The turf maze or labyrinth at Saffron Walden is one of the best-known and well-maintained historic turf labyrinths in Europe, and it is also the largest surviving example
Home Guard in Saffron Walden
When, in May 1940, the German Army quickly invaded France, Holland and Belgium, there was a real fear throughout the country that Britain would be next.
Evacuee: A Wartime Childhood
Brian’s recollections of his childhood years as an evacuee in Saffron Walden during World War 2 are sometimes funny and often poignant.
Walking the Lost Railways of Essex
Twenty-one circular walks covering 120 miles of footpaths
The Vikings are coming!
There’s plenty to look forward to at Flag Fen over the coming months from their biggest living history event of the year to creative family workshops
Miss Ruby Violet Hurn 1908-2007
On 1 October 1908, Ruby Violet Hurn was born at Madison Bull Lodge, Audley End, where her father, Harry Hurn, was head groom to Lord and Lady Howard de Walden.
Rose & Crown Inn, Saffron Walden, 1359 –1969
December 2009 marked the 40th anniversary of the tragic fire at the Rose & Crown Hotel in Saffron Walden, during which eleven people lost their lives.
Radwinter’s Remarkable Reredos
A 16th-century altarpiece of international importance was restored to its full splendour and returned to the parish church of St. Mary the Virgin, Radwinter in September 2003.
Prof. Steve Osbourne – renowned diver and swimmer
“Prof’ Steve Osbourne was a renowned diver and swimmer who entertained seaside visitors by undertaking daring aerial aquatic feats from, amongst other sites, the piers of Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth.
Martin Robinson’s Notebook
The Catlin and Robinson families were well-known in this area at one time, and among family mementoes is an undated (probably early 20th century) notebook belonging to Martin Catlin Robinson, 1860-1933.
Prosecution Associations in NW Essex
Before the advent of the modern day police service, the Parish Constable maintained law and order at parish level. He would be elected from the parishioners on a yearly basis on Easter Monday of each year.