Whilst the earthquake which occurred on 22nd April 1884 caused no fatalities and only minor injuries to people, a considerable amount of damage was caused to properties especially in the Peldon area and in Wivenhoe. Various appeals were started which, by June 1884 had raised nearly £10,000 (source: Butler – The Story of Wivenhoe)
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