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Established in 1984, Frinton & Walton Heritage Trust exists to consolidate historical knowledge of the local area and provide public access to the archives, artefacts and exhibits that tell the story of our community’s past. Currently, the Trust’s collections are displayed at two sites:

Frinton Crossing Cottage Gardens and Railway Museum

Crossing Cottage,
housing a collection orientated towards the town and surrounding villages.

Walton Maritime Museum,
charting the life and times of maritime Walton

Forthcoming Events

20/05/2013
Members Outing to the Kirby Le Soken Backwaters
An evening walk around the historic Backwaters. Trust Member Chris Byford-Smith has kindly agreed to lead members again on one of his popular Backwater Walks, sharing with us his boyhood memories and extensive knowledge of this Arthur Ransome “Secret Water” area. We shall learn about the history of Quay House, the old and new Kirby Quays, Skippers Island, Horsey Island and more. We hope to see some of the wildlife that the Backwaters are famous for, including the many different species of seabird and birds of prey such as the marsh harrier and sparrowhawk hunting over the saltmarsh and fields, together with seals and wild flowers. Cost £3. Numbers limited to 30. You can enjoy a drink or meal back at “The Ship” on our return, if you wish. Meet at “The Ship” car park, Kirby-le-Soken at 5.30 pm. Stout walking shoes or boots are recommended. To book, please sign on the list at the Cottage or phone Robin or Carol Cooper on 673705.
Venue: Meet at 'The Ship' Car Park, Kirby-le-Soken
Start Time: 5:30pm

12/06/2013
Members Outing to the Bulmer Brick & Tile Company
A fascinating visit is planned to these specialists in purpose-made bricks for restoration (one mile west of Sudbury). The handmade bricks from Bulmer have been used to restore a wide variety of important and historic buildings found throughout England. These include Hampton Court, Windsor Castle, St James’s Palace, The Tower of London and many local historic buildings. All the bricks produced to order are made from London Bed clay dug from seams almost continuously since early Tudor times. Bricks are made from a selection of some 3000 special moulds – a range which grows daily with individual moulds each made to customers’ requirements in the traditional way. The process of making, drying and firing requires much care and attention. Cost £5. Numbers limited to 30. Meet at Frinton Crossing Cottage at 1 pm for shared transport; petrol costs to be shared with the driver. Please sign on the list at the Cottage or phone Robin or Carol Cooper on 673705.
Venue: Meet at Crossing Cottage
Start Time: 1:00 pm

27/06/2013
Members Outing to the Beaumont-Cum-Moze Church and Green Island Gardens & Nursery
We will be met at this lovely small Beaumont Church for a talk on its history, with parts of the foundations going back to the 12th Century. Her Majesty Queen Mary, the Earl of Athlone and Princess Alice visited in 1938. Field Marshal Viscount Byng of Vimy worshipped here for 20 years and is buried in the churchyard. We then drive to the Green Island Gardens in Ardleigh for refreshment; the gardens having been restored by professional garden designer Fiona Edmund who has laid out a series of structured gardens displaying a large number of unusual trees, shrubs and perennials to create a range of colours and scents. A six-acre wood has been redeveloped over the last few years. Cost £10, which includes a Beaumont Church donation and the entry fee to Green Island Gardens with tea/coffee and cake. Meet at Frinton Crossing Cottage at 1.30 pm for shared transport; petrol costs to be shared with the driver. Please sign on the list at the Cottage or phone Robin or Carol Cooper on 673705.
Venue: Meet at Crossing Cottage
Start Time: 1:30 pm

04/07/2013
Members Outing to the Museum of Power and Maldon Moot Hall
Set in seven acres with the River Blackwater running through the grounds, the main Museum of Power exhibits are housed in the newly refurbished 1920s Steam Pumping Station, the former Generator Hall and the Boiler Room. The Steam Pumping Station supplied Southend with millions of gallons of treated water each day. There are numerous power-related exhibits with many working examples of various power sources, machinery, equipment and tools. Light lunch and refreshments can be purchased in the Steam Pump Tearoom. In the afternoon we have a guided tour of Maldon’s Moot Hall. Built by Sir Robert d’Arcy in the 15th Century it dominates the High Street, central to much of Maldon’s history with over 400 years of local government use with its historic court room and council chamber. Featuring a unique brick spiral staircase leading to 20-mile views from the roof over the estuary and medieval townscape of Maldon and the surrounding countryside. Please note there are three floors to climb and no disabled provision. We may have the opportunity to visit the Maldon Barge Quay, if time permits. Cost £7.50 to cover tour entry to the Museum of Power and a guided tour of the Maldon Moot Hall. Meet at the Crossing Cottage at 9.45 am for shared transport; petrol costs to be shared with the driver. Please sign on the list at the Cottage or phone Robin or Carol Cooper on 673705.
Venue: Meet at Crossing Cottage
Start Time: 9:45 am

James Stevens No.14
Since 1998, the Trust has restored and maintained the world’s oldest surviving motor lifeboat.
You can now book a trip on this boat which sails from Walton-on-the-Naze.
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*During summer months the lifeboat can be booked for a truly unique tour of the local waters around Walton-on-the-Naze.*

Frinton & Walton Heritage Trust

Postcards From Walton
Book Launch

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Postcards from Walton

Rachel Baldwin, Liz Bruce, Linda Ellis, John Barter, and Roger Kennell describe the creation of the book:
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Memories of Walton

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Thanks

Frinton Railway Gates

The 'Gates' are back!

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As a registered charity, Frinton & Walton Heritage Trust success depends upon the dedication and enthusiasm of its membership, as well as the generosity of the wider public. Details of our regular fundraising and social events can be found on our events page; if you would like to pledge a donation directly please let us know. We also welcome membership requests, visitor feedback and are particularly keen to hear if you have something that may be of interest for our archives/collections.

Frinton & Walton Heritage Trust is extremely grateful to all who have contributed, by whatever means, to its success over the past 27 years. Only with your support can the Trust continue to protect local heritage for the enjoyment of present and future generations.

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