Who owns Osea Caravan Park?
Mabel Speakman
Maldon-based Osea Leisure Park is a family business which this year celebrates its 80th year. Started by farmer’s daughter, Mabel Speakman, it has gone on to become a thriving tourism operation, managed through the female line.
Can I camp on Osea Island?
We offer a wide range of glamping and camping options, from fully equipped Safari Tents, Pods and Shepherds Huts, to well appointed campsite with optional hook-up.
What caravan park did the Bambers own?
Although Bamber reportedly resented the low wages, he was given a car and lived rent-free in a cottage his father owned at 9 Head Street, Goldhanger, 3.5 miles (5.6 km) from his family’s farmhouse at White House Farm. He also owned eight percent of his family’s caravan site, Osea Road Camp Sites Ltd., in Maldon.
Can you live on Osea Island?
Osea is an eclectic experience, wild, rustic and extraordinary. Surrounded by 550 acres of rustic gardens, orchards, meadows and salt marsh the island has a variety of accommodation. Its charming cottages, apartments and grand houses are available for holidays and family get togethers.
Who owns Osea Island?
producer Nigel Frieda
Just over an hour from central London, the idyllic private Osea Island is situated in the Blackwater estuary with access via a causeway that is open for 4 hours every 12 hours. The island is owned by music producer Nigel Frieda, mentor to just a few small bands such as the Rolling Stones and Roxy music.
Is Jeremy Bamber adopted?
His biological mother gave her baby boy up for adoption to the Church of England Children’s Society and six months later he was adopted by the Bambers. They gave him everything – a private education, a paid for trip to Australia and New Zealand, a job and a free house and car.
Is White House Farm now empty?
The farm was never demolished following on from the harrowing events but was rather turned into the home of Eastcoast Classics, a classic car rental company who, as HITC revealed, “have a collection of iconic and classic vehicles to rent for events such as weddings or even family holidays.”
What has been filmed on Osea Island?
Osea Island, in the River Blackwater, Essex, is the setting for mini-series The Third Day, starring Jude Law, Naomie Harris and Emily Watson. It has previously been home to a naval base and a rehab clinic.
Does anybody live on Osea Island?
The Captain’s House, a 1920s villa, is situated on the coast of the island just five metres above sea level. It sleeps up to 16 people and is the second largest form of accommodation on the island following the Manor House.
Can you walk to Osea Island?
Eventually, you will reach the tidal causeway that leads to Osea Island. At this point you have the option to walk along the sea wall, or traverse the surrounding fields into the pretty village of Goldhanger.
Why was Julie Mugford not prosecuted?
Julie Mugford had no motive to lie She had already committed cheque book fraud and the evidence suggests that she was given immunity from prosecution in exchange for her testimony.
Did Julie Mugford sell her story?
Well, shortly after the conclusion of Jeremy Bamber’s murder trial, Mugford went on to sell her story to the News Of The World, and as the Mirror reports, bagged herself a hefty £250,000 deal. Later in life, Julie married and moved away to Winnipeg, Canada, where she changed her name.
Who inherited the Bamber money?
Legal actions. Bamber launched two unsuccessful legal actions while in prison to recover a share of his family’s estate. His grandmother had cut Bamber out of her will when he was arrested, and most of the inheritance went to June’s sister.
Is the Bamber house still standing?
The house was the site of five murders The filming for the TV was done just a few miles from the scene of the 1985 crime. According to HITC, the house was never demolished following the crimes, and is now used by a classic car rental company, Eastcoast Classic.
Does Osea Island have a pub?
Enjoy your favourite tipple at The Puffin, the Island pub.
Can you holiday on Osea Island?
Surrounded by 550 acres of rustic gardens, orchards, meadows and salt marsh the island has a variety of accommodation. Its charming cottages, apartments and grand houses are available for holidays and family get togethers. Exclusive hire of the whole island is also possible for private events.
Can I drive onto Osea Island?
Osea is a tidal island accessible by a 1-mile causeway for four hours every twelve hours. When the tide comes in the causeway is underwater and therefore not usable. It is therefore imperative that drivers are aware of tide times before attepting to drive onto Osea.
How do you get onto Osea Island?
Access to the island via car involves travelling across an ancient causeway built by the Romans. The tidal road opens at every low tide for a period of four hours when cars can be driven across safely. At high tide, there is a river taxi service from the mainland, that can be booked prior to your arrival.
Where is Bamber’s girlfriend now?
Julie is now an education officer in Winnipeg. One of her neighbours told the Mail On Sunday: “She’s rebuilt her life. She’s not the same person now and then.