Above is a view of Church Hill, Epping, c1900.

This scene has undergone a dramatic change over the years.

Theydon Grove on the left was demolished in the 1960s in favour of a housing estate.

Further demolition took place of some Victorian houses in 1971 to make way for the new offices of Epping Forest District Council.

Epping Forest Guardian:

Its tower can be clearly seen today.

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