Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Birch within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Birch.-- par., NE. Essex, 5 miles SW. of Colchester, 3105 ac., pop. 873; P.O.; contains seat of Birch Hall.