Saffron Walden Historical Journal No 30 (Autumn 2015)

The Autumn 2015 edition of the Journal included articles featuring:

• a fascinating study of the paintings of William Tomkins of Audley End;
• a look at the six Essex barons who were among the 25 involved in Magna Carta;
• some insights into a remarkable set of solicitors’ deeds;
• a local connection to the slave trade;
• a link between the town and Napoleon Bonaparte;
• memories of Sewards End – and more.