About Manningtree

Manningtree is the smallest town in England (by area) covering just 19.138 hectares. Manningtree has an active, friendly and neighbourly community, with many voluntary organisations, thriving businesses and great places to shop, eat, drink and stay overnight.

Manningtree District Business Chamber organises an outdoor market. Market days are currently Friday and Saturday.

Year round there are many other town celebrations and events to take part in. Stour Sailing Club hold a Regatta in the summer which brings everyone to the beach for games such as mud races as well as great sailing. There is a Beer Festival on Quay Street each year, and an annual summer event organised by local people for all the family that is held on the beach.

The Manningtree museum, which is located in the library in the High Street, offers a fascinating look at local history. Some of the artefacts there take you back to the Neolithic period. Read some of the towns rich history here.