1. The Christopher Jones House

    The Christopher Jones House is now closed for the Winter but visits can be arranged on request. If you would like to arrange a visit to the house either as…

  2. ‘Take Thick with the Light’ – Stitching together the Stopher story – Suffolk and World War 1

    A new exhibition at the Harwich Arts & Heritage Centre throughout November with a special event on Thursday 30th November (Noon – 2pm) with artist Julie Lockhart. ‘Take Thick with…

  3. Music quiz for Saint Helena Hospice

    The Harwich Society Quiz Team run a monthly General Knowledge quiz in the Royal Oak public house and, in addition, run occasional music quiz nights spread throughout the year. The…

  4. Harwich Society winter programme continues with talk on Churchill’s secret army in North East Essex

    For many Harwich Society members the winter programme of monthly talks is the most valuable part of their Harwich Society membership.  From September through to March a monthly talk is…

  5. WW2 Home Guard Re-enactment at Harwich Redoubt

    WW2 Home Guard reenactors Grant Harris and Simon Todd will be welcoming visitors to the Redoubt with their display of World War II guns, bombs and uniforms and will perform…

  6. A very special visit to Harwich

    The Harwich Society Guide Panel enjoy every opportunity to show visitors around our historic town but a recent visit from 50 year 5 students from the Mayflower School in Poplar,…

  7. Photo Gallery Heritage Open Days 2023

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  8. Harwich Society supports National Heritage Weekend

    The Harwich Society has always supported National Heritage weekend and, for this year’s event, almost all of its visitor attractions will be open to the public free of charge. Chairman…

  9. Exploring Essex History in the 11th Century and Beyond (VCH Essex)

    This event celebrates the 120th anniversary of the publication of the VCH Essex Volume I (1903) by presenting a set of fascinating talks. Event details: Exploring Essex History in the…

  10. WANTED – Volunteers, Harwich High Lighthouse

    WANTED – Volunteers, Harwich High Lighthouse Tel or Text 07761 343771 Email HLhouse@harwich-society.co.uk