VILLAGE INDEX

St Leonard's Church

The church dates from the 15th century although little of the original church remains.
Extensive renovations were carried out between 1750 and 1819 which have left a church with an unusually wide nave.
Several brasses are to be found in the chancel floor including hat of a man and his wife dated 1560 and J King dated 1634.
The church is best known for its connection with Nelson. Rev Scott was Nelsons captain at the time of the Battle of Trafalgar. After the death of Nelson Rev Scot became the curate at Burnham and then rector of Southminster . He brought with him a chart table a bureau a mirror and a fireplace which were all from the Victory. These items are still displayed in St Leonard's

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Pandole Wood
The woods are an ancient monument containing ancient earth works.

Southminster Police Station/Courthouse

Built 1901 now used as the library and police station

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Village Pump

The village pump is to be found in Hall Road (just to the east of the railway station)
The pump is an 'obelisk' type pump which is now quite rare. It is mounted on an iron plinth and has the legend ' Erected by the Governors of the Charter House March 1832 Richmond and sons.

Home Farm

15th century timber frame and plaster farmhouse

Sheepcotes Farmhouse

16th century house with 17 century brewery/bakehouse to the rear

High House

House which is dated at 1450 with many later additions.

 Memorial Hall

b 1933 in plain brick by  Mr Mackmurdo. one of the first halls built by the RCCE

Old Baptist Chapel

  b 1861 with gault brick detailing and windows that taper in egyptian manner