ABOUT US

The Society

Overall Aim:

To stimulate public interest in and appreciation and care of, the history, appearance and character of Chelmsford.

What We Do

Projects:

There have been many since the foundation of the Society over 50 years ago. These have included the saving of Hylands House and the preservation of Bell Meadow as a public amenity. We have sought to influence the restoration of the Heritage Triangle: The Anne Knight Building, Marconi offices in New Street and Shire Hall.

Our Current Priorities Are:

• With Marconi Heritage groups on an exhibition and programme of talk. Working towards a permanent home for the Marconi collection.
• Chelmsford Remembers Heritage Lottery Fund project on the First World War.
• Heritage Open Days: commissioned by the City Council.
• Working with Essex County Council, the City Council on the restoration and future use of Shire Hall.
• Promoting use of Chelmsford’s waterways and working with CRACL on access to the city centre rivers.
• Collaborating with the Ideas Hub/Art Place.
• Blue Plaques suggestions with Chelmsford City Council and Historic England.
• Monitoring progress with the Army and Navy roundabout.