Harwich History On the following pages you will find much detailed history of Harwich  and the surrounding area.  The following pages reflect the rich history of Harwich, from the  earliest times to the modern age.  Much of the material is ongoing and  is constantly updated when and if further research becomes available.  It  is hoped that some of the articles will reach a degree of finality which will lead to  conventional publication.   I invite anyone with experiences of Harwich, with relation to its past, to contribute to  the following pieces.  This can only enhance and enrich the existing material.  Thank  you. The Harwich Mayflower Project The borders for the history  section are taken from  scans of charters dating  back over 400 years. To  view these charters please  click on the button below