Great Waltham facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Great Waltham |
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 Great Waltham Guildhall |
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 Great Waltham
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| OS grid reference | TL6960213455 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | CHELMSFORD |
| Postcode district | CM3 |
| Dialling code | 01245 |
| Police | Essex |
| Fire | Essex |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
Great Waltham, also called Church End, is a lovely village in the county of Essex, England. It's part of the Chelmsford area. This village is a great place to learn about local history and see some interesting old buildings.
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Exploring Great Waltham and Its Surroundings
Great Waltham is home to several smaller communities. These include the village of Ford End and little hamlets like Broad's Green, Howe Street, Littley Green, North End, and Fanner's Green. Part of Great Waltham village is also known as Breeds.
Rivers and Streams in the Area
The Walthambury Brook flows through the area. This brook is a small stream that feeds into a larger river called the River Chelmer. It runs from west to east through the village and its surrounding land.
Great Waltham's Twin Town
Great Waltham has a special connection with a town in France! It is twinned with Ceyrat, a town in central France. This means they share friendly ties and sometimes exchange visits.
A Look Back: Great Waltham's History
The area around Great Waltham has a long history. People have lived here since Roman times!
Early History and Buildings
You can still see signs of the past in Great Waltham. The Church of St Mary and St Lawrence is very old, possibly from the Norman period or even earlier. It's built using flint and stone, which were common materials long ago. There's also an Elizabethan guildhall, sometimes called Badynghams. A guildhall was a meeting place for local groups or guilds. Another important old building is Langley's, which is a Grade I listed house. This means it's a very important historic building.
A Story from the Past: Elizabeth Lowys
In 1565, a local woman named Elizabeth Lowys was accused of witchcraft. This happened after a new law about witchcraft was passed in England. Her story is a reminder of how beliefs and laws have changed over time.
Life in Great Waltham Today
Great Waltham has many useful places for people who live there.
Village Facilities and Services
The village has a primary school where children learn. There's also a post office for sending letters and packages. You can find two churches and a few pubs, which are places to eat and drink. In the past, the village also had a bakery, a garage, and a small fire station, but these closed down in the late 1900s.
Nearby Villages
The village of Little Waltham is very close by, only about one mile away.
Location Grid
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See also
In Spanish: Great Waltham para niños
