Halstead
Halstead is a town and civil parish found in Braintree District of Essex in England. The town is bordering Colchester and Sudbury, in the Colne Valley. According to the 2011 Census, Halstead has a permanent population of 11906. The town originally developed on the hill to the north of the river. The name Halstead is said to have actually originated from the Old English 'hald' (refuge, shelter, healthy) and 'stede' (site, place or farm), meaning 'healthy farm' 'safe place' or 'place of haven'. The historical core of Halstead can be viewed on a walk up the market hill. There are lots of social, cultural and leisure opportunities in Halstead. A river walk goes through the town from east to west, and just outside the town is Broaks Wood, a popular area for taking a walk owned by the Forestry Commission. Halstead Public Gardens were created in 1900 and is noted for its floral arrangements. Townsford Mill that spans the river at the bottom of the town houses the Antiques Centre, with thousands of interesting pieces ranging from clothes to home objects. A historical society regularly holds monthly conferences, and a town museum connected to the town council offices contains some historical artefacts and multiple items confined to regional interest. The Empire Theatre in Butler Road hosts periodic bingo nights. Halstead is also home to Hume's Bakery, which opened in 1960, and continues to trade at the very same shop. Halstead's premier football club is Halstead Town F.C. The club plays in the 10th tier of the English football league system, in the Eastern Counties Football League Division One. The town is also the home of a cricket club and a rugby club that play regularly. For all of your home makeovers, make certain to find trustworthy contractors in Halstead to make certain of quality.
