This section tells you about the Essex Record Office at Chelmsford, and our Access Points at Harlow and Saffron Walden. It will tell you how to find us, our opening hours and provide information to help you plan your visit

*** How to Speak Essex ***

A new CD from the Sound and Video Archive capturing the disappearing accents and dialects of Essex. Available at £9.99 (inc P+P), call 01245 244644 to order.

*** New Images on Seax ***

Over 80,000 new images have been added to Seax. All parish registers before 1700 are now available to view online. Follow the link below, select images and then search using the parish you wish to view.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the Essex Record Office?
• Does the Record Office have dedicated parking and easy access for people with disabilities?