The life and times of the British Bata Shoe Co Ltd
On Saturday 25 July the Bata Reminiscence Centre was visited by Czech car enthusiasts as part of their 14th annual rally titled ‘Forts & Factories of Essex’. The cars, all rear-engined and air-cooled, were Czech-built Tatras that included two 1946 cars
Read moreThis website site is in the early stages of development. Our aim is to present the interesting history of the British Bata Shoe Co Ltd, its fascinating industrial and architectural heritage, and the social history of those who worked for the
Read moreAt a Special General Meeting on 13th August 2015 it was decided to change the name of the Centre. Over the years the work we have been doing has changed and it was felt that the name Bata Heritage Centre
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