What's On Brentwood

Looking for a free and fun, family day out this May Bank Holiday? Then come down to Hutton and Shenfield Union Church for a Community Fun Day! There will be bouncy castles, live music, jungle animal hunt, games, prizes, ice cream and treats all for free! Plus, for a small cost, there is an all day BBQ!

On entering the rear garden you will be surprised and delighted by this town garden. A colourful patio with pots and containers. Steps up onto a circular lawn surrounded by hedges, herbaceous borders, trees and climbers. 2 water features, one a Japanese theme and another with ferns in a quiet seating area.

Talk in French by Germaine Jones on Saint-Exupery, aviator, poet, artist, author of Le Petit Prince.

New Acquisitions (Members’ displays). Organised by Billericay & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Jubb (Secretary).

Talk in French by John Dixon on Andre Citroen, one of the pioneers of the modern automobile. Discover this extraordinary man and his private and professional life.

The British and Foreign Treaty Ports in China (J.J. Gaskell). Organised by Billericay & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Jubb (Secretary).

An Evening of Clairvoyance, Private one-to-one readings £7 (Tarot and Angel cards), Psychic Surgery by donation only with Healing Hearts Psychic Surgeons limited slots between 6-8pm , crystal jewellery & other Stalls, Luxury raffle £1, FREE refreshments including cakes, biscuits and freshly baked sausage rolls .

Healing Hearts Psychic Surgeons are a unique group providing the most powerful spiritual healing available anywhere. Our Psychic Surgeons all have high energy Psychic Surgeon guides who are able to work with them and independently.

Stamp Exhibition and Fair. Dealers, displays, charity table, refreshments, parking. Organised by Basildon Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Taylor (Secretary).

The Weald Park Country Show is set to be bigger and better this year with so many new and added attractions including Jonathan Marshall from Game of Thrones, Motorbike Stunts, Heavy Horses, Falconry, Rural Crafters, Celebrity Chef’s and Food Festival, Children’s Festival and so much more

The year is 1533, and with Royal Wedding Fever in the air, our group of Tudor Reenactors "The Companye of Merrie Folke" will be setting up camp in the beautiful grounds of Ingatestone Hall.

I can’t think of a better opener for our new venue than The Tom C. Walker Band who make a welcome return visit fresh from their storming gig at the British Rock & Blues Festival.

In 2012, Chris was given the ultimate accolade of being one of the top undiscovered guitarists worldwide by the acclaimed international music photographer Robert Knight, who in partnership with guitar manufacturer Fender was searching the globe to find the next great guitarist.

Rainbreakers, a four piece outfit from Shrewsbury, have been hailed as one of the freshest new sounds on the UK Blues Rock and Soul circuit. The band have developed a distinctive sound that embodies a fusion of dynamic musical elements that bridges the gap between Blues, Rock, Pop and Soul.

We are pleased to announce another fair at Ingatestone Community Centre, (near Budgens and the Co-op). Items we hope to have are china, glass, stamps, militaria, coins, ephemera, pottery, postcards, jewellery and lots more vintage, collectable items. Entry only £1.

Mum2mum Markets are award winning indoor nearly new sales. At this sale in Harold Hill we will have 25 stalls of high quality, nearly new items and a small selection of businesses offering goods and services of interest to parents. Want to sell?

The Oakes Spiritual Centre, an evening of clairvoyance with Medium and Psychic Artist Bill Forrester 20th april 2018 doors open 6.30pmpm for 7.30pm start admission only £4.

The Oakes Spiritual Centre, a charity evening of clairvoyance with Mediums Tom Flynn and Gale Morris, doors open 7.00pm for 7.

Barry Tyler’s Original Dixieland Jazz Band. All the way from Saffron Walden, Barry on drums leads his band, including Bill Gyford on banjo, playing the music of Louis Armstrong, Bix Beiderbecke, Fats Waller and, of course, the O.D.J.B. Old-time jazz at its best.

The Jack Clifford Swingtette. A wonderful end to the month with an evening of traditional and jazz standards from the Swingtette. Jack blowing clarinet and alto sax leads his ensemble with regulars including Tim Huskisson on piano, Alan Clarke drums and Roger Curphy bass.

The Hugh Rainey Jazz Band. A return visit of one of Essex’s most popular and enduring traditional jazz bands led by Hugh on trumpet. The band plays the music of Bechet, Ellington, Beiderbecke, Morton, Oliver and Basie.

Ollie Benson’s Hot Club Group. Another group back because they were liked so much. It features Ollie Benson guitar, Peter Sellars violin and Tim Huskisson clarinet. The group plays jazz in the style of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli reminiscent of The Hot Club of France.

Why not come along and test your general knowledge at our Quiz Night. With a variety of questions from ‘If you had a ‘Cambridge Rival’ in your mouth, what would you be eating?’ to ‘In which British city is the soap Hollyoaks set?’ there is something for everyone.

"Everybody clap your hands, get on up and dance..." The Brookside Theatre in association with Strictly Theatre Entertainments Ltd. are proud to present the debut performance of 5, 6, 7, 8 - THE STEPS EXPERIENCE.

The Charity Family fun day and Celebrity Football match is on Monday 7th may 2018 at BOWERS AND PITSEA F.

This course is designed to introduce participants to the identification and ecology of British reptiles. This course is aimed at those with little or no experience of reptiles but should also appeal to those with some knowledge of the subject. Led by Katie Rowberry (Froglife) Booking is essential.

On Friday 20th April, from 1pm-4pm, the Care UK team at Heatherbrook on Como Street will be opening the doors to the care home for a free family-friendly event.

8 fantastic races on a big screen with music before and after the races to keep the atmosphere going for a fun filled family evening.

Come along and enjoy an evening of mediumship with Jeanie Jackson

This Spring, LEGO Friends invites children and their families to join them on the House of Heart Tour, which will be travelling to 8 intu shopping centres across the UK in a quest to put more heart into the world.

Popular toy brand Sylvanian Families is showcasing a collection of haute couture miniature dresses on the world’s smallest catwalk to celebrate the launch of the new Sylvanian Families Town.

Plant Sale with other stalls i.e. Refreshments, Cakes, jams and pickles, Tombola, Bric-a-brac, Raffle etc.

Large model railway exhibition, both general and fine scale, presented by Ilford & West Essex Model Railway Club, featuring 20+ layouts supported by trade, society stands and a Ride on Railway. FULLY WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY to all layouts. Refreshments. Large FREE car park.

Soul At The Wharf returns on Saturday 28th April. Join DJ Gary Walden (Stomp Radio, Making Memories) for a night of Soul, Funk, Disco & Soulful House, plus a few Club Classics.

Chadwell Heath Community Centre / Robert Jeyes Community Library presents YA Fest! Sunday 13 May 2018.

Bring you family and join us for a cycle ride in nature! Explore the RSPB Rainham Marshes Riverwall, and discover the wildlife and the amazing views! We will be exploring and enjoy wildlife, and playing lots of games along the way!

Come and join us as we take you on a wonderful wildlife walk around the marshes. Every season sees a different suite of wildlife for you to encounter. These regular walks will take place on the first Wednesday of the month at 9.

There is nothing like hearing birds in full song at this time of the morning! A guided walk with experts will help you to identify what is out there at this time of the year followed by a much needed bacon or sausage bap and a hot drink in the café (which is included in cost).

One for the young wildlife lovers - join us on these special days held once a month to explore the reserve through the seasons, watching and learning about the birds that visit and live here. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No need to book - just turn up and we’ll see you there!

Honesty Over Silence is a day conference that seeks to open up conversations around topics that many find difficult such as trusting in God when life is painful, dealing with mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression, learning to look after ourselves, developing our character, and living with thankful

ALPINE FLOWER SHOW, plant sales including many rare and unusual, refreshments, free entry and good parking Top exhibiters will be showing alpines at their best .

Ilford & West Essex Model Railway Club is holding it’s usual monthly open day with train rides (sometimes steam) for all the family. The train rides will be on our 7¼ inch outside railway for 50p a ride (£3 all day pass) and refreshments available. Children positively encouraged.

NCT Nearly New Sale. Ideal opportunity to kit out your babies/children with good quality secondhand items at substantially reduced prices. If you’ve not been to one of our sales before, be prepared for a shopping treat!

Mum2mum Markets are award winning indoor nearly new sales. At our Chelmsford sale we will have around 40 stalls of high quality, nearly new items and a small selection of businesses offering goods and services of interest to parents.

GB Miscellany (N. Sharpe). Organised by Chelmsford & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Allan Boyce (Secretary).

Czechoslovakia (Mrs. L. Bosworth). Organised by Chelmsford & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Allan Boyce (Secretary).

Bach to Baby is the critically acclaimed classical concert series for babies, toddlers and their carers. Tots dance, roam about and revel in the wonder of live music, while you take a moment out of your busy day to hear top notch performances by outstanding musicians, with your young babes in tow.