Retirement Properties Spotlight in Hockley

Its name is likely to have derived from 'glade frequented by female rodeer or she-goats' and the forests around the town were Royal Hunting grounds for many years. The town has the remains of a famous castle which was built for Sweyn of Essex in the 11th century. It was much visited by Royalty until eventually falling into disrepair in the 15th century. All that exists today are the earthwork remains of its large motte and bailey.