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Fobbing is a small village in Thurrock and is situated between Corringham and Basildon and St Michael's is the Anglican Church within the village. It is in the Bradwell Espicopal Area of Chelmsford Diocese.
The now quiet village is renowned for its history, which includes being one of the main villages involved with the Peasants Revolt. On 30th May 1381, John Brampton attempted to collect the poll tax from villagers at Fobbing. The villagers, led by Thomas Baker, a local landowner, told Brampton that they would give him nothing and he was forced to leave the village empty handed. Robert Belknap was sent to investigate the incident and to punish the offenders. On 2nd June 1381, he was attacked at Brentwood. By this time the violent discontent had spread, and the counties of Essex and Kent were in full revolt. Soon people moved on London in an armed uprising. In 1981 a metal sculpture by B R Coode-Adams was erected as a memorial to the Peasants' Revolt at Fobbing to commemorate the 600th anniversary .
One of the major features of the village is St Michael's. It is renowned for its historic association with the smuggling trade. Once upon a time the church was near the waterfront of Fobbing Harbour. Smugglers sailed up Fobbing Creek guided by the distinctive church tower but after the great flood of 1st February 1953, the creek and harbour were sealed up by a dyke and drained. Underneath the church are many tunnels which were used by the smugglers in the fourteenth century
We are a small but active parish with lots of events taking place, both liturgical and social. You can see our diary of social events and special services by clicking on the "Forthcoming Events and Services" tab.
Fr David Rollins is the Rector of the parish and Fr Robert Lane is the Assistant Curate, you can find a little bit more about them by clicking on the "Clergy" tab.
We sincerely hope you find our new web site useful and informative. We have our own dedicated e-mail address and a contact page so you can easily get in touch with us and leave your comments.
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In the meantime we wish you all health and happiness and thank you for visiting. We extend a warm welcome at our weekly Services and hope to see you there.
The Rector Rev'd Father David Rollins &
Rev'd Father Robert Lane Assistant Curate
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