Exploring the history and heritage of this hidden gem that has been the centre of the rural village of North Ockendon for a thousand years. If you could help with this project or would like to join others who have an interest or passion for this area, then come along to our next meeting on: 

Saturday 18th January from 10:30 AM in the Church Hall.

This is an open meeting when all are welcome to attend and contribute.


Some of the subjects covered previously in this group have been...

- Exploring the history and growth of Christianity at North Ockendon through an investigation of the naming of St Cedd’s well adjacent to the churchyard.

- Susan Yates, Chair of Thurrock Historical Society, discussed the early Pilgrim Way routes towards the Thames and their effects on the Ockendons, and touched on the establishment of the manor of North Ockendon.