Tag: Privately Owned

By Joe Mander

Canvey Sewage Works

In 2011 and 2015 we visited the Anglian Water treatment works by Thorney Bay. As someone mentioned on our Facebook Page “I think this is a real treasure on the island, so glad your covering it!” – make your own mind up! Historical Background The history of Canvey Island’s drainage is actually quite an important one….

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By Joe Mander

Southend Airport

Courtesy & copyright of Southend Airport Today, the airport is an expanding hub however the airport has quite a history. In the 1960’s it was the third busiest airport in the UK and remained so until the 1970’s when Stansted Airport took over the title. Located between Rochford and Southend, it has a six thousand…

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