1930s police station, Witham Police Station, Newland Street, Witham (EHER 80251)

The Police Station was built in 1937, designed by the County architect in a neo-Georgian style. It is a substantial red brick building and is one of many official buildings of their date and type that are fast disappearing.

December 2018. Level 2 building survey. The former Police Station is located on the south-east side of Newlands Street. The two-storey building has a central entrance way with a range of four windows on either side. At each end there are wings projecting forwards with canted corner bays each with additional entrances. The rear of the building is obscured by flat roofed extensions that appear piecemeal in design and include two garages. Designed in 1937 to a loose interpretation of the Neo-Georgian style, the building is rather a piecemeal construction relying on its impressive facade. Built of quality facing bricks and timber sashes the rear is treated less aesthetically with Crittall windows which offer security and longevity. Originally there was a three storey Magistrates Court attached to the rear of the complex which was demolished shortly after being photographed in 2014. It has undergone a comprehensive refit in the 1970s and again in 1995. There are very few original features, but many original two panel doors remain. The skirtings and picture rails appear original, and the three staircases are also original. One beige tiled fireplace remains and there are hints of the original green decor, beige paintwork, and even some floral wallpaper. <1>