The hall itself was formerly one of Coggeshall's breweries but since the 1920s has been a focus for many of Coggeshall's community activities. During the Second World War the hall provided a place to relax for the many servicemen of all nationalities who were stationed at the airfields that surrounded this small Essex town. The museum was established to preserve Coggeshall's historic past and to carry on recording today's events for generations to come.
The memorabilia on show has been loaned or donated by local people and the exhibits change from year to year, different themes taking precedence, so there is always something new to see. The museum is run entirely by volunteers and there is no admission charge, but donations are always very welcome to help offset running costs and improve the standard of the exhibitions. It is hoped that visitors to the museum, whether from Coggeshall itself or from further afield, will find something of interest in their look at Coggeshall's past and, above all, will enjoy their visit and come again.
There is much to see at the museum including a fine collection of Coggeshall lace and very early English bricks. For a preview, why not visit on-line? www.coggeshallmuseum.org.uk
OPENING TIMES -
2:15pm - 4:45pm
Bank Holiday Mondays - 2.15pm - 4.45pm
The museum is only open from the beginning of April to the end of October.
