Murder at the museum!

The story of an Essex murder and policing in Victorian times will be revealed at two separate events at Essex Police Museum in November.

Speaker Martyn Lockwood, a retired Inspector at Essex Police, will host an interesting evening on the Moat Farm Murder that was uncovered in Clavering, Essex in 1903 between 7.30pm and 9pm on November 2.

Retired Sergeant Fred Feather will then give a talk on the lifestyle of a police officer in the Victorian era on November 10 between 7.30pm and 9pm

Both events will be held at the museum at Essex Police Headquarters in Springfield, Chelmsford.

Curator Becky Wash says, “The Moat Farm Murder is a fascinating crime which was significant in the understanding of ballistics and interesting in the way it was handled in the courts.

“Life in Victorian was very difficult and the conditions of service Victorian police officers faced was grim! Uniforms were uncomfortable, shifts were long and punishments were harsh.”

The talks are part of Essex Police Museum’s talks programme covering a variety of police related subjects including Essex murders and police memorabilia.  Visitors to the talks will also have the opportunity to view the Essex Police Museum’s displays.

Tickets cost £3 per person and include light refreshments.  To book a space or for more information contact Becky Wash on 01245 457150, or email museum@essex.pnn.police.uk .