Museums in Essex
A small museum focused on the heritage of Coggeshall and district. Collections include old photos, local heroes, family research, the lace and weaving trades, Quaker heritage, historic artefacts found locally, Coggeshall Abbey, and the heritage of fine woodcarving in the region.
The Village Hall, Stoneham Street, Coggeshall, Essex, England, CO6 1UH
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A historic brick lighthouse of 1818 hosts a wealth of maritime exhibits covering the naval history of Harwich and the Essex coast.
The Low Lighthouse, Harbour Crescent, Harwich, Essex, England
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A fascinating combination of historic toys and social history of Colchester, housed in a wonderful Georgian house beside Colchester Castle. The most important gallery is the Bernard Mason historic Clock Collection (formerly Tymperley's collection) with pieces from the 17th-19th century. Beside the house is a sensory garden.
High Street, Colchester, Essex, England, CO1 1UG
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Located in a historic medieval church, this fascinating museum looks at the natural history, geology, and geography of East Anglia. A family-friendly look at animals, fossils, and the natural landscape of the Colchester area, including salt marshes and beaches.
All Saints Church, High Street, Colchester, Essex, England, CO1 1DN
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Heritage Highlight: Exhibits on the 1884 Colchester Earthquake
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This fascinating museum tells the story of Rayleigh through time, with special exhibits on Rayleigh Castle and windmill. Learn about the Rayleigh Martyrs and the story of Holy Trinity church, begun in the Saxon period. The museum is housed in the oldest building in Rayleigh, a 14th-century hall house.
1st Floor, 91 High Street, Rayleigh, Essex, England, SS6 7EJ
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Heritage Highlight: Located in a 14th-century hall house
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One of England's oldest museums, standing beside the ruins of Walden Castle. Though focussed on interesting finds from north-west Essex, the museum boasts treasures from across the globe, including items as diverse as mummy cases from Egypt and tusks of prehistoric mammoths. Family-friendly and open 363 days a year.
Museum Street, Saffron Walden, Essex, England, CB10 1JL
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Heritage Highlight: Stuffed 19th-century lion named Wallace
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