As November arrives and Remembrance season begins, the heart of Hockley Village has once again come alive with a stunning tribute of red. Over the weekend, visitors to the Village shopping area were greeted by an extraordinary sight, thousands of hand-knitted poppies cascading across railings, fences, and shopfronts.
The Renters’ Rights Act is set to bring significant changes to the private rented sector. Our aim is to help you understand the key points from the new government guidance, ensuring you feel informed and supported through these updates.
Halloween in Hockley has never been so hauntingly good! On Friday 31st October 2025, the Hockley Village shopping area was bursting with spooky excitement as hundreds of families came out to enjoy the Hockley Halloween Trail. With eerie smoke drifting through the streets, catchy Halloween tunes in the air, and friendly ghouls greeting youngsters.
Thinking of putting your home on the market soon? If you’re aiming to list within the next 90 days, this guide is for you. Here’s how to sharpen your strategy so you don’t just sell — you get the sale you want.
Halloween is just around the corner, and Hockley Village is getting ready to come alive with ghosts, ghouls and giggles! The Hockley Haunted Halloween Trail promises an evening full of fun and a few spooky surprises along the way. If you’ve got little monsters eager to trick or treat in a safe, free of charge environment then come along and see us.
Nestled at the top of Rayleigh High Street, Holy Trinity Church stands as a timeless symbol of faith, history, and community spirit. For more than six centuries, it has witnessed the life of the town, from medieval markets to modern-day gatherings. Today, Holy Trinity remains not only a place of worship but also a beacon of remembrance.
As November draws near, red poppies begin to bloom across lapels, symbolising remembrance, gratitude, and unity. Each year, the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal brings communities together to honour those who have served and sacrificed in the Armed Forces. It’s a time to pause, reflect, and give back and thanks to the tireless RBL volunteers.
Living next to the woods, we expected to feel closer to nature, but we didn’t expect to make friends with it. We thought we would spend our mornings listening to the birds and admiring the trees. Instead, we find ourselves checking that Freda the fox, our uninvited but much-loved garden guest has returned safely from her nightly wandering!
As communities across the country come together to honour those who gave their lives in service, our Director Colin MacLean has taken the lead in marking the start of the 2025 Poppy Appeal with a heartfelt act of remembrance at the Hadleigh War Memorial. Colin has unveiled a stunning wall of poppies, the first in a series of moving displays.
Let’s be honest,“No. 42 High Street” doesn’t exactly stir the soul, does it? It sounds more like a dentist’s appointment than a cosy, character filled home. But give that same house a name like Sleighbell Cottage, and suddenly it’s got personality, charm, and probably a wreath on the door year around. Have a think about a cool name for your home.
Our Hadleigh War Memorial can easily be overlooked by those passing through. Yet this understated monument holds a significant place in our Towns history and heritage. While many know it as a symbol of remembrance, the structure itself, its design, materials, and location are explored in our latest community blog.
This Halloween, something spook-tacular is happening in Hockley. For the first time ever we present the Hockley Halloween Trail 2025! Whether you're a little monster or just young at heart, this is your invitation to enjoy a safe, exciting Halloween adventure right in the heart of our village.