Shellfish to Selfish – A history of the Essex Police Marine Unit

A potted history of Marine Policing in Essex from its origins in the River Colne in the 19th Century through to the modern challenges that the unit faces policing the longest coastline of an English county . Outlining the changing roles of marine policing, how the unit has developed and some notable operations.

Duty Officer : Barry Denyer-Green

New Members Officer : Lewis McDonald

Menu

Main course:  Magret de Carard, dauphinoise potatoes, braised red cabbage & red wine jus

Vegetarian option:  wild mushroom wellington, dauphinoise potatoes& seasonal vegetables

Dessert:  Vanilla Panna Cotta, berry compotye OR cheeseboard

Discounted Members' Cost (until 12 noon on Friday 10th April ) - £25
Cost for non-members (and for members after discounted booking ends) - £29

Booking closes 12 noon on Monday 13th April 2026

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Date and time

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:30
 Non-members welcome
 Online booking has closed

Location

The Little Ship Club
Bell Wharf Lane
Upper Thames Street
London
EC4R 3TB
United Kingdom

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