Historian

Heybridge Basin poo epidemic brings lack of public toilets to a head

AN EPIDEMIC of human excrement dumped around a village has brought its lack of public toilets into the spotlight. The mess has been found throughout recent months in Heybridge Basin, where a convenience located in Daisy Meadow car park, was

14th Heybridge Basin lock-keeper since 1796 steps down after seven years

A UNIQUE and historic job opportunity has opened up after the Heybridge Basin lock-keeper decided to leave his post after seven years of service. Martin Maudsley had been responsible for operating the lock where the Chelmer and Blackwater Navi