How did battlesbridge get its name?

Battlesbridge, located at the tidal reach of the River Crouch, has had a long history with the river that divides it. It takes its name from the Battaille family, with a mention in a 1351 document as the settlement of Bataillesbregge.

Who owns battlesbridge?

Jim Gallie
Battlesbridge Antiques Centre owner Jim Gallie wins his three-year battle to host events.

What is battlesbridge famous for?

Today it is home to a number of antiques centres, one of which is a former mill. Battlesbridge is a conservation area which was jointly designated by Chelmsford Borough Council (north side of the river) and Rochford District Council (south side of the river) in February 1992 and March 1992 respectively.

What time does battlesbridge open?

Monday 10am – 5pm
Opening Times

What borough is Wickford in?

Borough of Basildon
Wickford is a town and civil parish in the south of the English county of Essex, with a population of more than 33,000. Located approximately 30 miles (50 km) east of London, it falls within the Borough of Basildon along with the original town of Basildon, Billericay, Laindon and Pitsea.

Why is Wickford called Wickford?

The place-name Wickford is first attested in a Saxon charter of 995, where it appears as Wicford. The name means ‘ford by a wych elm or ford by a dairy-farm’.

What river runs through Wickford?

River Crouch
Woody debris installation, Wickford Memorial Park The River Crouch flows through Wickford Memorial Park which is a popular open space for local people within the urban area. The river itself has little in-channel variation resulting in relatively steep banks with almost uniform width and a straight channel.

Is Wickford still flooded?

There are no flood warnings or alerts in this area but some river and sea levels are high.