What's On and Things To Do Around Essex

Upstairs in Saffron Walden Town Hall, Market Day. FREE ENTRY. Crafts, collectables, fossils etc., etc., "You never know what you might find". Stallholders required. 3ft, 6ft and 9ft tables available

Competitions. Organised by Basildon Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Taylor (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 .

Beautifully maintained and designed compact garden (250sq yds). Owner is well-known RHS gold medal-winning exhibitor (now retired). Circular lawn, long pergola and walls festooned with roses and climbers. Large selection of unusual clematis.

Tea/coffee and biscuits can be taken in a lovely cottage garden or in the cottage parlour. The Heritage & Railway museums will be open. Sales table with plants, bric-a-brac and books.

A training session learning how to identify wildflowers with the aid of books and keys. The day will include time for a field visit to look at varying habitats. The day is suitable for complete beginners who wish to know more about the wildflowers around them, and for those who want to improve their skills.

’You Cant Beat A Woman’ - A Heritage Lottery Project Exhibition A multidisciplinary exhibition recounting the story of the founding of refuges in East Anglia and East London for women suffering domestic violence.

The museum records Walton’s close association with the sea and its impact on the town’s social history.

Weekly walk around the beautiful countryside in Coggeshall every Wednesday morning. We meet in the car park at The Woolpack, Church Street at 9.45 for a 1 hour walk followed by coffee and biscuits. All walking abilities welcome, dogs on leads.

Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, this exhibition by Epping Forest District Museum explores one of the most important ideological and political conflicts of the twentieth century.

Sissy’s lunch club come and chat with others like you with a drink if you wish

We currently run twice weekly SEN Day Centre Hub. The SEN Hub is a day service provision at Zinc offering a variety of leisure, educational, social, health and well-being activities and opportunities for individuals with special educational needs from across the region.

Annual General Meeting. Organised by Goodmayes Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Cliff Cashman (Secretary).

Join IODS Productions as they set musical theatre back a thousand years! Monty Python’s SPAMALOT is a new musical, lovingly ripped off from the hugely successful 1975 motion picture MONTY PYTHON and the HOLY GRAIL, from the original screenplay by Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones,...

After the huge success of ‘Dance is Life’ in 2017, Giovanni is once again set to get your hearts beating a little faster, showcasing a story of love and passion, with even more heat, even more energy, and even more drama than ever before!

Fiji (C.W. Mead). Organised by Billericay & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Jubb (Secretary).

On the first and third Thursday of every month we meet for a drink and lively conversation. If you are in your 50s 60s or 70s, come along and meet up with like-minded singles who enjoy good company and making new friends. Join us for meals, cinema, theatre trips walks etc.

Starting from Anglia Ruskin University at 6:30pm, walk with us into the sunset along picturesque routes through parks and along the rivers of central Chelmsford. Choose from a 5km or 10km walk. Refreshments will greet you upon your return to the University. All proceeds to Macmillan Cancer Support and Diabetes UK.

Join our Comedy Club for a night full of laughter. We have a brilliant line-up. Get your friends together for drinks, food and a night full of live comedy!

John Seeley’s Jazz and Saxophone Group present a Summer Concert An evening of Jazz and Popular tunes Thursday 21st June 2018 - 8pm to 10pm Free admission and refreshments Free parking Raffle

Join Colchester Operatic Society on a musical journey inspired by The Seven Deadly Sins. Their summer concert contains a feast of well-known songs from the musicals, together with a selection of classic pop numbers. Renowned for their fantastic chorus work and beautiful harmonies ...

Public and Members  –   : Solar observing +Qtr Moon/Jupiter then Saturn. The Loughton Astronomical Society is the home of all things astronomical in West Essex. Guests are always welcome; just drop in to one of our Thursday meetings.

Everybody loves a good party, the bigger the better, that’s why we thought St Helena Hospice are inviting ladies and GENTLEMEN to help us celebrate 10 years of Midnight Walking! In previous years many of our participants have chosen to walk 3 or 7.

Following last years ’sell out’ Golden Anniversary Tour, Richard is back on the road again with a brand new show, telling stories and singing songs from his new album, Once Upon A Time.

Relive the nostalgia of Luther with this emotive tribute. With his warm, rich voice and charismatic performance, this is an artist who has created a tribute full of love and devotion. Food Served from the Menu Licensed Bar Serving Drinks Free Parking This event is held inside in the main hall.

PREVIEW is a FREE ’Live Music’ Showcase now running for 34 years. It has a friendly atmosphere with stage, lights & good surround sound. Each Friday a GUEST plus a Showcase of other great acts in a variety of styles **** 1st SIMON ROUTH A great guitarist/singer with passion.

The Oakes Spiritual Centre, a special evening of clairvoyance with Medium Charlie Kelly doors open 7.00pm for 7.30pm start admission only £5.

Glow-worms are one of the most intriguing beetles, with their green glow a magical feature of summer evenings throughout the UK. Come and learn about the lifecycle and ecology of Glow-worms and find out how to actively manage habitats to increase their numbers.

Get ready for your own adventure as four of the heroic Paw Patrol members Chase, Marshall, Skye and Rubble will be ready to save the day on Saturday 23rd June. The pups will be appearing in intervals from 11am - 4pm.

This play is about six women in a beauty parlour in a Parish called Chinquapin, Louisiana. The show spans over three years and involves the staff and customers that engage in small-town gossip and you see a deep strength and purposefulness emerge when Shelby - a diabetic - dies following a kidney transplant...

Open Gardens in Layer de la Haye. Fourteen gardens are open from 11 am to 4 pm. To enter a garden or for information, contact Rachel 07979 851955.

Come along to see our lovely Grade 1 listed church and enjoy the afternoon. Cake Stall Bring and Buy Sale Book Stall Refreshments Raffle ...and games for the children (outside weather permitting)

Attention theatre-goers... Local law enforcement are on the look out for two men dressed in black suits, hats, ties and sunglasses... They’re here and they’re on a mission, the incredible BLUES BROTHERS EXPERIENCE - one of the UK’s No.

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!

A concert celebrating the diversity of European choral music whilst illustrating the influence of Italian 16th and 17th century music, in particular the madrigal, and a shared love of the Partsong by British and other European composers.

In conjunction with the Churches Conservation Trust, the ’Friends of All Saints Church’ are organizing a Pop-up Summer Tea Party to be held at All Saints Church on the 23rd June 2018 between 11am and 2pm. Come along and share your local stories.

Bumblebees are an appealing, small group of insects that often attract those not otherwise drawn to the study of insects. Species diversity can be used as an indicator of habitat quality and several species are of conservation concern nationally.

Third of an acre plant lovers garden reinvented in 2010 and an ongoing project. Borders packed with an eclectic mix of perennials and shrubs for all year round interest including Iris, hemerocallis and hostas in abundance. All punctuated by numerous shrub roses.

For nine days 23rd June - 1st July - local artists take over Burnham on Crouch, Essex. A must-do event in the arts’ calendar Burnham art trail has built an impressive reputation for the quality of work on show, innovative events and a friendly welcome.

A garden of contrasts due to moist and dry conditions, laid out on a gentle Essex slope from a former willow plantation. These contours give rise to changing vistas and unanticipated areas of seclusion framed with hedging and generous planting. Walkways and paths alongside natural springs and still waters.

Live music to listen or dance to in our large ballroom

Another of our main season open days, come and Join us to learn about the wildlife in the Gardens. Locally sourced bacon and cheese rolls will be available until 2.15pm or until they run out! Homemade cakes, hot and cold drinks will be available until 4.30pm.

Additional free event for Burnham Art Trail - Art on the Quay where you can meet art trail artists and see demonstrations. 11am - 3pm. More events happening during art trail week visit www.burnhamarttrail.co.uk

An award winning, romantic 2 acre garden surrounding C17 farmhouse with lovely pastoral views, across the Chelmer Valley. Old walls divide garden into many rooms, each having a different character, featuring long herbaceous borders, ropes and pergolas festooned with rambling old fashioned roses.

raising money for St Clare Hospice. 9 gardens and Parish Allotments open for viewing. Also - raffle, tea and cakes, cheese and wine , quiche lunches, and competitions - best scarecrow and a decorated pebble in a pot competition.

So much to explore! Climb the Belvedere for the wider view and take the train for a woodland adventure. Spring bulbs and blossom, summer beds and borders, ponds, lakes and streams, walled vegetable plot. ’Japanese garden’, sculptures grand and quirky enhance and delight.

The Jack Clifford Swingtette. Another 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 rhythm section of regulars Alan Clarke drums and Roger Curphy bass.

Come and visit us and meet the ponies, pigs, goats, chickens and ducks. Grab a bargain in the newly refurbished Bric a Brac shop. Refreshments available in the information centre. Plenty of parking. We look forward to meeting you.

‘SHALL I COMPARE THEE TO A SUMMER’S DAY?’ Light Music with Tea and Cake Conductor: JANETTE RUOCCO Following a very successful Spring concert, come and enjoy a programme of light music by Shearing; Rutter; Chilcott; Lindberg et al. with poetry. The price includes light tea and cake after the concert.

A fantastic one off event - Take the opportunity to try the obstacles at the Nuclear Races site. It will be a fun, wet and muddy experience. Come and celebrate the start of Summer, end of GCSEs or just come along and enjoy. For the bravest there is the Death Slide and Zip Wire are you up for it?

The country’s only escape room set onboard a train! A fun, challenging, and immersive experience Gather a group of friends, family or work colleagues to help the intelligence agency retrieve a secret file and ‘Escape the Room’. You have one hour… will you locate the “Chappel Dossier” in time?

An award-winning, medium-sized garden described by one visitor as a ’Little Bit of Heaven. A blaze of colour with roses, clematis, pergola, rose arch, triple fountain with box hedging and deep herbaceous borders. See our ’Folly’, exuberant and cascading hanging baskets...find our Secret Door.

A town garden approx 27 ft x 125 ft with a winding gravel path dissecting the area into smaller spaces. Mature trees and shrubs provide areas of deep shade, opening into brightness. Colour themed borders contain a wide selection of perennials including phlox, day lilies, clematis,salvias and veronicas.

Artist’s garden and plantaholics’ paradise packed with interest. Springtime heralds irises, hostas and alliums. Stream, with wildlife pond and Horace the Huge! Summer hosts an explosion of colour with daylilies and rambling roses. Later dahlias, salvias and exotics.

An Evening with Mac Nunn. Organised by Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Ray How (Secretary).

John’s Poker Night

The fourth session of HOFS Summer Term 2018 watercolour sessions: enjoy the company of a small, friendly, group of painters, with demos, tips and individual guidance, as needed, from Susan Clare, SAA Professional Artist of the Year 2016.

Up to 16 sheets (Members’ displays). Organised by Chelmsford & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Allan Boyce (Secretary).

Summer Picnics & BBQ Garnish Art is a very creative workshop which will help give you the skills needed to create great centre pieces for your tables.Get creative with fruit & veg and turn it into art for summer picnics & BBQ garnishes and serving baskets. All fruits and vegetables and equipment will be provided.

Chelmsford City Council is delighted to announce that the hugely popular 3foot People Festival will make a return to Chelmsford this summer. Three days of fun will descend onto the scenic grounds of Hylands Park, Chelmsford, on Tuesday 26, Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 June 2018.

Come to our wedding open evening and experience all that Maylands Golf Club has to offer. We welcome you with a glass of bubbles and you will be free to explore our grounds, meet our wedding planner and other fantastic suppliers who can enhance your big day! This free event is not to be missed!

Come along and dance Jive and stroll at the 50s Record Hop. Everyone welcome - all types of jive are welcome. Playing rock n roll music from the 50s and current rock n roll bands. Lovely dance floor - car park bring your own drink. Soft drinks provided.

Have you ever wondered how one decision will affect the course of the rest of your life? Joe Casey’s life is split in two when he has to decide which path to choose; good or bad? Featuring a collection of Madness hits including Baggy Trousers, It Must Be Love and, of course, Our House!

Professor James Hough   : The Gravitational Universe. The Loughton Astronomical Society is the home of all things astronomical in West Essex. Guests are always welcome; just drop in to one of our Thursday meetings.

Harry Sheldrake Competition – Letters U and V. Organised by Shoeburyness & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Sue Stacey (Secretary).

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.

Letter V (Members’ displays). Organised by Harlow Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Brian Cooper (Chairman).

This course is aimed at people who are interested in volunteering to take part in butterfly monitoring in Essex as part of the UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme. The course will cover butterfly ecology, identification of common Essex species and butterfly surveying using the UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme methodology.

Formed in the Early ’70’s, Buster James Band came out of the British rock and blues scene. Playing to great crowd reaction, they supported many top name groups from that era.

60’s & 70’s Northern Soul Motown & RnB

Large, mature country garden with stunning views over the R Crouch. Formal terraces surround the house with steps leading to sweeping lawns, mixed borders packed full of bulbs and perennials, formal rose and herb garden with interesting water feature. Further afield there are wilder areas, paddocks and lake.

“If you like music and guitars you will LOVE this show!” Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Hank Marvin, Brian May and Slash are just some of the outstanding guitar heroes you will have chance to experience in one amazing show!

Ron Sayer Jr. is the consummate ‘Guitarist’s guitarist’. As a trained music teacher, having influenced the learning curves of the likes of Oli Brown, Sol Philcox, The Sharps & Mark Howes of Dove & Boweevil, he’s now a mainstay on the UK blues circuit.

The Friends of Chipping Hill School annual Summer event ChipFest is back…and it’s even bigger and better than last year!!

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.

Join us as we officially launch Patrick Regan’s 5th book, Honesty over Silence, it’s ok not to be ok.

Whether you’re a casual walker or regular runner, want some fun or just to raise money for charity, you will love this event. Runners come from all different backgrounds and have one thing in common, they love fun! It’s the most colourful fun run you’ll ever do, with a different colour zones at each kilometre.

Lots of family fun at our traditional village fete. Entertainment from the village children, live music, a children’s entertainer, games galore, a bonnet parade. Take a ride on the Floden scale model steam wagon. A variety of stalls with White Elephant, Tombolas, pin ball, Catch the Ducks and lots more.

Live music to listen or dance to in our large ballroom

Jeffrey is probably best known for his portrayals of Spike in BBC TV’s Hi-De-Hi! and stuffy footman, James Twelvetrees in the hugely successful, You Rang M’Lord. Other television credits have included such greats as Dixon of Dock Green, It Ain’t Half Hot Mum, Are You Being Served?

Join us for our family-friendly fun afternoon sponsored walk through the beautiful Essex countryside, taking in some picturesque villages and some of the Essex Way while raising money for Kintsugi Hope, a charity that seeks to create safe and supportive spaces for those suffering from mental and emotional health

There are 8 gardens open, all of various sizes and designs. One garden is based on a Japanese garden & another is a third of an acre with a natural lake. Two of the gardens will be serving refreshments. Programs with the garden locations shown are on sale at St.Mary’s Church, Burnham on the day.

Come along and enjoy great music in the lovely environment of the RHS Hyde Hall gardens. Stroll through the gardens and listen to the music! This is the eleventh year the Wickford Rotary ’Jazz on a Summer Evening’ will be held at Hyde Hall.

Christine and the Stackyard Stompers. Playing 1920s classic jazz, led by Christine Woodcock on trombone and vocals, the Stackyard Stompers pay tribute to the jazz greats King Oliver, Jelly Roll Morton and Clarence Williams.

Annual Summer show featuring, Plays, Sketches written by the cast and Songs all based on famous Literature, from DOT Productions Youth Groups.

A romantic, naturalistic garden full of hidden features, set in 3 acres. Full borders, meandering paths to Beach Garden, Perennial Prairie border, Exotic Jungle around elephant, monkeys and giraffe. Fountains, sculptures and tranquil benches.

This garden is not all about roses! It is a wild flower and wildlife paradise. Since building our turf roof house in 1995 we have trialled waste materials to grow plants and mimic brownfield habitats as well as getting plants and soils onto buildings and urban infrastructure.

Come along to our special 15th Birthday Summer Fair on Sunday 1 July. This year’s event is set to be our best yet, welcoming the local community to our grounds for a brilliant day of fundraising and lots to enjoy for all the family.

An unexpected hidden, magical, part-walled garden showing how much can be achieved in a small space. An oasis of calm with densely planted rich, lush foliage, tree ferns, hostas, topiary and an abundance of well maintained shrubs complemented by a small pond and 3 water features designed for yr round interest.

An unexpected hidden, magical, part-walled garden showing how much can be achieved in a small space. An oasis of calm with densely planted rich, lush foliage, tree ferns, hostas, topiary and an abundance of well maintained shrubs complemented by a small pond and 3 water features designed for yr round interest.

Ilford & West Essex Model Railway Club is holding it’s usual monthly open day. This open day has train rides (usually 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.

Bishop’s Stortford Running Club bring one of the South East’s best races to Hatfield Forest.

Part of Harlow Festival 2018 Join us as we welcome many of the town’s performing arts groups into the museum gardens for a free afternoon of song, music and dance Bringing Harlow Alive at Harlow Museum www.science-alive.co.uk www.heart4harlow.org.uk

3 Church Path, quintessential cottage garden adjacent to historic church set behind a chocolate box thatched cottage. Terraced garden with mixed shrubs, perennials, beautiful clematis and roses. Hidden vegetable garden and fruit trees. Katies Millennium Wood, 10,000 trees planted as whips in 2000 2001.

Meet our talented and informative spinners as they demonstrate the skills that built Paycocke’s House. Booking Not Needed.

Ronnie’s aim is to reconnect members of the audience with friends and loved ones in the spirit world, and to pass on what they want to say. Often the communication includes snippets of information that although seemingly trivial to most of the audience, are highly significant to the recipient. Sceptical?

Seen by over 22 million people worldwide; book now for the most successful rock and roll show of all time! ‘The show you will never forget’ - Daily Mail ‘Joyous! I love this show’ - Sunday Express ‘This show is an absolute must. If you haven’t seen the brilliant musical Buddy yet, buy your ticket now!

By Sea and Air (Members’ displays). Organised by Goodmayes Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Cliff Cashman (Secretary).

Aimed at those of you that wish to know more about these fascinating species that are proving increasingly popular. You will be able to understand the life of dragonflies and their importance as an indicator of a healthy environment.

Found in the village centre next to the church, this garden offers a mixture of mature shrubs and trees and coloured themed herbaceous borders. Lawns and paths lead through entertainment spaces littered with animal sculptures. With a small pond and plenty of seating the garden is accessible to wheelchairs.

A great open-air Shakespearian love story. The Lord Chamberlain’s Men return with this play of soaring poetry, high comedy and tender love, considered to be the last play Shakespeare wrote alone. The Tempest examines the power of true love, our capacity for vengeance and what it takes to forgive.

The rock ’n’ roll musical of all time, Jim Jacob’s and Warren Casey’s 1950’s musical is brought to Witham by the award winning Essex Group.

Small walled wildlife, woodland garden with mature trees, shrubs, bamboos, palms and ponds. Historic Romany Vardo and Victorian Glasshouse.

Dr Renske Smit   : The Very First Stars & Galaxies. The Loughton Astronomical Society is the home of all things astronomical in West Essex. Guests are always welcome; just drop in to one of our Thursday meetings.

Black tie or smart casual fundraising event in aid of Stepping Stones Play and Learn Group, a Colchester based charity and non-profit making group supporting children 0-19 years of age with additional needs in a tots group, fully integrated nursery and after-school clubs for children with challenging

Open Sesame! Discover a treasure-trove of fun and laughter as witty writer Craig Hawes gives the timeless tale a twist in this mystical musical comedy! So, slip on your sandals for some sandy silliness as we take a thrilling carpet ride with Ali Baba and his crazy camel on an amazing Arabian adventure!

25+ model railway layouts. Trade support and demonstrations. Refreshments and free car parking. Wheelchair friendly. FOR 2015 ONWARDS NOW 2 HALLS.

Annual Summer Market 1pm-4pm. Range of stalls including gifts, avon, bbq, Face painting and Bouncy castle. Licensed bar and tea counter on site. Fun for all the family.

The garden is approached through an ivy covered gateway leading onto a colourful patio area and many pots, urns & hanging baskets, a large conservatory ideal for tea and cakes if the weather is inclement Circular steps lead onto a lawn area which has as its centrepiece a pond encircled by borders stocked with water

FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY! Have unlimited goes in our Inflatables Area featuring Fun Fair assault course, Pole Joust, Mega Drop Slide & Bouncy Castle’s. Visit & explore the Fire Engine and Police cars.

Can you answer all 10 questions and find all the circle-shaped objects? Suitable for all ages.

Fancy being a detective for a night? The Dragon Theatre Company invites you to test your detective skills with an interactive evening of drama, intrigue and murder. Witness the mystery unfold and interrogate the suspects in this theatrical battle of wits. Questions, clues, coffee and cake!

Come along and enjoy our homemade cake stall, stop and enjoy a cup off tea or coffee and make some new friends.

An unexpected hidden colourful ¼-acre garden. Well manicured grassy paths wind round island beds and ponds. Densely planted subtropical area with architectural and exotic plants - cannas, bananas, palms, agapanthus, agaves and tree ferns surround a colourful gazebo.

Our annual summer market and fun day. There will be a wide range of market stalls in our main hall with bouncy castle, face painter, St. Luke’s tombola and merchandise stall, BBQ, hook the duck, lucky dip, craft activities in and around the garden area.

Are you ready to be HEROIC? 5km - The Ultimate Challenge. Run, crawl, jump and drag yourself to victory! Face a range of obstacles including a double see-saw, half pipes, a tyre run, barbed wire crawl and a few surprises!

Paula Jackman’s Jazzmen. Local jazzeress Paula Jackman blowing clarinet leads her Jazzmen. The six-piece jazz band with the usual front line of trumpet, clarinet and trombone play their very own brand of Dixieland jazz as well as traditional jazz.

Buy nearly new baby, children’s and maternity clothes, equipment, books, toys, prams and furniture. Brand names in great condition. Save £££s on new high street prices. Why not book a stall?.. Have a summer clear out and sell your no longer needed baby, childrens and pregnancy items.

A formal frontage with lavender. An eclectic rear garden of around an acre divided into ’rooms’ with themed borders, several ponds, three green houses, fruit and vegetable plots and oriental garden.

Back for it’s 9th year, our ever popular Vintage Fair is returning to the beautiful Cressing Temple Barns for a great day out for all the family.

Charming one-acre country garden surrounding a former farmhouse,with good views over rolling countryside. A former horse pond features a beach with landing stage. Rose garden, wide herbaceous, shrub and woodland borders, hidden walks and opportunities to sit and relax. Alpines, grasses and alliums.

Sokol (A.J. and Mrs. L. Bosworth). Organised by Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Ray How (Secretary).

A plantswoman’s ¾ acre garden, planted to encourage wildlife. Sumptuous colour-themed borders with striking plant combinations, featuring specimen plants, fernery, clematis,and grasses. Meandering paths lead to ponds, patio, scree garden and small vegetable garden.

A beautiful garden - yes, but one with a purpose. Long House Plants has been producing home grown plants for more than 10 years - here is a chance to see where it all begins! With wide paths and plenty of seats carefully placed to enjoy the plants and views.

On Wednesday 11th July 2018, Epping Race for Life will bring thousands of women together to support Cancer Research UK’s life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters. Race for Life 5k is great for all ages.

Malcolm & Jonathan  –   : Summer Skies. The Loughton Astronomical Society is the home of all things astronomical in West Essex. Guests are always welcome; just drop in to one of our Thursday meetings.

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.

Bad Influence bring their gutsy R&B style of blues back to the club for another very welcome return visit.

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer as Elinor and Marianne Dashwood make their first forays into the exciting world of Regency society.

Enjoy an evening of great food and comedy with this Allo Allo Comedy Dining event

Here And Now – Back To The 80s - at Audley End House & Gardens on Friday 13th July brings together icons of the 80’s for back to back performances of their best loved hits. The line up is as follows: Jason Donovan, Midge Ure, Five Star, Hot Chocolate, Altered Images, T’Pau and Toyah Wilcox.

As featured on Alan Tichmarsh’s first ’Love Your Garden’ series (’The Secret Garden’) 69, Rundells is a very colourful, small town garden packed with a wide variety of shrubs, perennials, herbaceous and bedding plants in over 200 assorted containers.

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!

The Guild of Essex Craftsmen are delighted to have their own marquee at The Tendring Show, Manningtree, Essex Come along and see the talented artists and craftsmen and artists and who will be exhibiting and selling their handmade arts and crafts, some demonstrating .

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.

Together on one stage, Girl Power comes to Historic Audley End House & Gardens - Jess Glynne, Ella Eyre And Louisa on Saturday 14th July. 14th July is a red-letter day for all fans of pop as Audley End hosts a sensational triple bill featuring Jess Glynne, Ella Eyre, and Louisa.

Macnillan Cancer Support - Boogie In The Marquee Venue marquee in Bocking , Nr Braintree, Essex. (Full address supplied on entry ticket ) Ticket £15 – per person including food.

is likely to be abuzz when the colourful International World market "Flavours of the World" sets up a stall in the town. The Market company touring of the UK annually for over two decades, Savoir Fayre’.

There will be a walk which will include the shingle ridge and at least one hide which overlooks a creek and a scrape, where we may expect to see both small and shore birds. Led by Bob Seago at Colne Point Booking is essential. To book a place please contact us on 01621 862960 or Reception@essexwt.org.uk

West Bergholt Concert Band celebrates their 40th Anniversary with a “40 Years Of Music” concert at St Botolph’s Colchester, featuring Film, Show & Big Band music from the band’s earliest days right up to new arrangements of music by Shostakovich and Ed Sheeran.

Native woodlands and the way they have been managed are an often-overlooked aspect of our history. The course will begin with an introduction to and history of native woodlands, looking at what defines a native tree and moving on to the state of our woodlands in the present day.

Summer Fete and BBQ The school field hosts our annual event, with inflatables, games, stalls, raffles and refreshments. Fun for all the family.

The garden comprises of 185 metres of island beds and borders sited on acre. Some of the borders are elevated from the house resulting in steep banks which provide a different and interesting aspect. Salvia, dahlia, hedychium, brugmansia peak in the summer months.

Folk Music, Talks & Workshops, Nature & Ecology, Green Spirituality, Country Crafts

Celebrate the Summer Harvest at the Museum of Power’s Barleycorn Fayre. Featuring contemporary and traditional folk music all day. Live folk song and tune session in the museum all day. Country crafts and heritage agricultural display Pony rides Fairy village and tea room open

Dunmow Wind Band bring their great sound to Hatfield Forest. Enjoy a selection of great pop, jazz, film, show, big band and traditional songs played by Dunmow Wind Band on brass, woodwind, guitars, keyboard and drums. An open air concert near the Caf. Booking Advisable. Phone: n/a. Children welcome.

Iris Harmon and Her Boys. Iris and ‘Her Boys’ returns to the club by popular demand. Iris sings old and new jazz numbers in her own inimitable style. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking.

Tucked away in the gentle Essex countryside, the glorious garden at Elwy Lodge offers a welcome that is hard to beat.

Superstar Croatian cellists 2CELLOS will deliver a very special performance at Audley End House & Gardens on Sunday 15th July 2018. The event will culminate in a spectacular fireworks finale. Very special guest for the show will be winner of Britain’s Got Talent 2017, Tokio Myers.

Nestled in a leafy lane you will find a little piece of Asia, which has been developed over last 3 years. We wanted the same feel that we had experienced on our holidays to Bali, as we had fallen in love with Architectural forms of the type of plants that we saw there.

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?

On Sunday 15th July 2018, Colchester Race for Life will bring thousands of women together to support Cancer Research UK’s life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters. Race for Life 5k is great for all ages.

Upstairs in the Town Hall, FREE ENTRY. Crafts, collectables, fossils, etc., etc., "You never know what you might find". 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

An Evening with a Founding Member (J. Snoding). Organised by Basildon Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Taylor (Secretary).

Don’t miss this chance of seeing ’My Fair Lady’ at the Headgate Theatre produced by Platform Musicals and Plays a group renowned for producing good quality shows.

LAS Members and Guests  –   : Bring and Buy Sale. The Loughton Astronomical Society is the home of all things astronomical in West Essex. Guests are always welcome; just drop in to one of our Thursday meetings.

The History of an Irish Family (J. Rawlins). Organised by Billericay & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Jubb (Secretary).

Our popular second-hand DVD and Book Sale returns! Books are 50p each or 3 for £1 and DVDs start from just £1! Our stock covers most genres, including books and DVDs for children.

Beautifully maintained and designed compact garden (250sq yds). Owner is well-known RHS gold medal-winning exhibitor (now retired). Circular lawn, long pergola and walls festooned with roses and climbers. Large selection of unusual clematis.

Rapture Gaming Festival. Artists performing: Rapture Gaming Festival.: Tickets avaiable.

Annual General Meeting and Competition. Organised by Colchester & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Christine Stroud (Secretary).

New Show for 2018! They blow the roof off every time we have them, so we can’t wait to have them back again!

We are very fortunate to have secured the services of one of he most sought after acts on the circuit, ahead of extensive European dates later in the year. One of the finest acts to have graced our stage, we welcome back Aynsley Lister for his sixth visit to the club.

Do you know your insects from your arachnids? Or your molluscs from your earthworms? Invertebrates are incredibly diverse and sometimes difficult to identify. Join Rory Dimond on this beginner’s course outlining the major groups of invertebrates in the UK and how to separate them.

The Brentwood Children’s Literary Festival celebrates the world of books, with lots of exciting author events. This year’s schedule includes: The Beano; writing and illustration workshops; lots of interactive author events and more.

Live "Country" Bands/Artists once a month for Line & Freestyle Dancers or to just sit & listen & enjoy the music & atmosphere. Everyone Welcome. Tea coffee & rolls available + licensed bar. All proceeds to Charity, This month, we have the popular duo -" Jonny & Lynnette"

Havering Singers present an evening of well known songs from film scores for a Summer’s evening. Light refreshments will be served after the concert, free of additional charge.

Concert of tradional New Orleans Jazz played by "NEW ORLEANS HEAT"

Once again, Quirky & Collectable are popping up with our annual vintage sale in Shrub End, Colchester. Our ever expanding assortment of interesting, unusual and unique items will be available for sale throughout the day, along with homegrown plants and items to adorn your homes and gardens.

Very popular family festival with live bands, singers, craft stalls, kids entertainments, rides, dance troupes, craft stalls, dog competitions , raffles, auction, food outlets, drink, licensed bar .........and more

Come and try orienteering for all the family. Essex Stragglers Orienteering Society are organising a fun event for all the family, suitable for all ages from 0-90. You will be given a map and 30 minutes to find as many controls in the park as you can.

If you go down to the woods at Marks Hall, Coggeshall you are sure of a big surprise. On 21 and 22 of July 2018 the arboretum, gardens and grounds will be transformed into a huge venue for the Garden and Country show.

Come and look at some old Photographs of Vange and the surrounding area, courtesy of Basildon Heritage. Doors will be open 11am - 2pm on Saturday 21st July 2018 Enjoy a refreshing cuppa & some home made cake, in this lovely old church.

An opportunity to explore the World War II history of the Gardens and estate; and commemorate the men and women who lost their lives. There will be a variety of historical displays and stalls and we will be welcoming back "Perfect Vintage" a 1940’s vocal duo who are a firm favourite of the gardens.

Halstead Town Council are hosting a free event. Come and see the Essex Concert Band, bring a chair or blanket and sit back and enjoy a pleasant Sunday afternoon

On Sunday 22nd July, Chelmsford Race for Life will bring thousands of women together to support Cancer Research UK’s life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters. Race for Life 5k is great for all ages.

Three very interesting and contrasting gardens to enjoy in the unique and ancient maritime town of Brightlingsea. Sandy Hook boasts a raised rose bed, dahlias, penstemons and salvias, with a small woodland stream and a sheltered White Garden.

George Tidiman’s All Stars. George leads his band of stars. Another great session of foot-tapping traditional jazz and George’s jokes and humour. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking.

A full day of action packed supervised activities for children in school years 1-6, which includes swimming as a core part of the day’s activities. Ideal for working parents. Book online at colchesterleisureworld.co.uk/holidayfun

Acquired in 2017 (Members’ displays). Organised by Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Ray How (Secretary).

5 HOURS OF INVESTIGATING, EXPERIMENTING AND SCIENCE FUN IN THE HOLIDAYS Each school holiday we bring a different theme to our venues in Bishop’s Stortford, Hertford, St Albans, Saffron Walden, Loughton and Cambridge. Our next camps are in the Summer holidays and booking is open now.

A full day of action packed supervised children’s activities for children in school years 7-11. Ideal for working parents. Activities include fun in the Leisure Pool, trips to RollerWorld and Tenpin, multi sports, trampolining and a trip to the cinema. Book online at colchesterleisureworld.co.uk/holidayfun

One ordinary man. One heroic action. One community that will never forget. Romford’s Brookside Theatre offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy this major theatrical experience in their first Community Production.

This is a workshop for children aged 6 - 14 years old.Come along and learn new cake decorating skills including piping techniques and lots more. You can take home all the cake you make.

A follow on course aimed at past participants on the ‘Beginners Guide to Dragonflies and Damselflies’ course . Led by Alan Shearring at Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre Booking is essential. To book a place please contact us on 01621 862960 or Reception@essexwt.org.uk

Wild Barn Owls in the UK are affectionately associated with open spaces of the rural environment, often glimpsed as majestic or ghostly figures swooping to pluck small mammals from amongst the tufts of grass below with their talons.

Join us for an introduction to photography in the great outdoors. Learn the basics of camera control and composition as well as picking up some pro-tricks from an award winning photographer, Helen Hooker.

5 HOURS OF INVESTIGATING, EXPERIMENTING AND SCIENCE FUN IN THE HOLIDAYS Each school holiday we bring a different theme to our venues in Bishop’s Stortford, Hertford, St Albans, Saffron Walden, Loughton and Cambridge. Our next camps are in the Summer holidays and booking is open now.

Allan Chapman   : Victorian Amateur Astronomers. The Loughton Astronomical Society is the home of all things astronomical in West Essex. Guests are always welcome; just drop in to one of our Thursday meetings.

Aspects of French Aviation (L. Barnes). Organised by Shoeburyness & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Sue Stacey (Secretary).

Display by a member. Organised by Harlow Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Brian Cooper (Chairman).

The native crayfish has suffered a dramatic decline in Essex in recent decades, reflecting its demise across much of the country, primarily at the hands of the alien American Signal Crayfish and the disease which they carry – Crayfish Plague.

One of the most original, innovative and exciting bands around, The Spikedrivers combine gutsy slide guitar with rock-solid bass, infectious grooves and highly distinctive vocals to create a sound that is uniquely their own.

They’ve risen from the grave and stitched together a horror comedy show to slash their way into your hearts. But don’t be scared, it’s frightfully funny and Stapled to a Chicken will leave you screaming...with laughter. Come and see dead people, after all we don’t bite. Warning: may offend.

Revolution Pro Wrestling: Live in Great Baddow, Chelmsford: Tickets avaiable.

Revolution Pro Wrestling comes to Chelmsford for the first time as they make their debut at the Hamptons Sports and Leisure Centre! Be there to witness live what others can only see on TV as the UK’s best compete in the hard-hitting, high-flying styles of professional wrestling you won’t get anywhere else!

A Steamy Vintage Encounter, the name says it all! come and have a Vintage day out at this just amazing venue, the steam trains will be running, give the kids a real step back in time, there will be re-enactments of days gone by, singers, dancers, vintage stalls, classic cars. You will just love it!

Delightful, 1-acre established walled garden surrounding Grade II listed house (not open) and bee house. Charming agapanthus and hydrangea beds. April is ablaze with 3000 tulips and fritillaria. July shows 200+ varieties of agapanthus incl ’Queen Mum’ and ’Black Magic’.

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

Free Creative workshops for young people (8-16 yrs). Booking is essential as places are limited. Create your own fantasy cardboard beach hut complete with furnishings and wall art. Why not join us for our other Summer Workshops too?

Get jumping and learn trampoline basic moves. Suitable for children aged 3 - 11 years.

Come and make some beautiful natural art in the forest. Join the learning team and get arty. Using natural materials make masterpieces on the forest floor just like Andy Goldsworthy, let your imagination run wild. Take home a 50 Things scrapbook and stickers. Booking Not Needed. Children and family event.

This fun session will teach children aged 6 - 14 how to make a scarecrow. From 10am- midday.All children will make their own one to leave in the garden on display for all the visitors to admire during the summer months.All clothes and materials are provided.

When Farmer Hoggett wins Babe, an orphaned piglet, at the village fair he has no idea of the incredible series of events he has begun. Adopted by Hoggett’s faithful sheepdog, Fly, the little pig soon settles into farmyard life.

Bring the kids along to the Museum of Power for our ‘Summer of STEAM’ Wednesday activities facilitated by magical duo Darren & Dean. Featuring the combined superpowers of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Maths; STEAM is a great way to get children excited about the arts & sciences.

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer as Elinor and Marianne Dashwood make their first forays into the exciting world of Regency society.

Free workshops on the first Wednesday of every month. Everybody welcome! Materials, coffee, biscuits and great creative conversations provided. Selecting from a broad range of reclaimed materials, you will be able to create a mixed medium piece of art.

Come and make awesome dens in the forest. Join the learning team and learn how to build shelters. Work as a team and make a fabulous den using dead wood and natural materials without damaging the forest Take home a 50 Things scrapbook and stickers. Booking Not Needed. Children and family event. Dogs on leads welcome.

Build your own police station, helicopter and police bike from card! Can you make up a story using what you’ve made? Suitable for all ages.

Art and Science workshops for children

Join us for and explore the forest. Join the learning team and learn and go for a nature hike. Use binoculars to look for different birds, spot butterflies, bugs and flowers. Take home a 50 Things scrapbook and stickers. Booking Not Needed. Children and family event. Dogs on leads welcome.

For the first time in 10 years, Europe’s greatest equestrian theatre show SPIRIT OF THE HORSE is coming to Crouch Valley Showground with a spectacular new production for 2018 – RENAISSANCE.

The Brookside Theatre are proud to announce THE GREAT ROCK N ROLL SHOWDOWN, a one-off, exhilarating evening of the very best rock ‘n’ roll hits performed by several of the theatre’s favourite tribute artists and staged in aid of the Brookside Theatre Seating Appeal.

LAS Members and Guests  –   : My Favourite Astronomy Videos and Websites. The Loughton Astronomical Society is the home of all things astronomical in West Essex. Guests are always welcome; just drop in to one of our Thursday meetings.

The Guild of Essex Craftsmen are holding a Summer Craft Weekend in the historic Cressing Temple Barns Braintree. Come along and see upto 50 talented artists and craftsmen and artists and who will be exhibiting and selling their handmade arts and crafts, some demonstrating .

A Summer fayre for all the family. Food stalls craft stalls dog show beer tent bouncy castles. live music and so much more.

Free Family drop in workshop! Come join artist Kate Genever with this drawing workshop based around her installation at the Tower.

Come and join us for an afternoon of fun at our traditonal style garden fete, you can try your hand on the coconut shy, skittles, beat the goalie, or have a ride on a pony, get your Face painted. Have a go on the bouncy castle, or try and win a prize on the Tombola stall, key game, Lucky dip and many more games.

Classic bike show with craft stalls, beer tent, miniature steam train rides, live music and bouncy castle.

The Summer running season reaches its climax with our Half Marathon. Our running season concludes with the Hatfield Forest Half Marathon, organised this year for the first time by the National Trust team at the Forest. A two-lap cross country course with little gradient could give you a PB.

Halstead Town Council are hosting a free event. Come and see Route 66 Band, bring a chair or blanket and sit back and enjoy a pleasant Sunday afternoon

Ilford & West Essex Model Railway Club is holding it’s usual monthly open day. This open day has train rides (usually 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.

#FarleighBubbles are back by popular demand! These events are unbelieva-bubble fun for the whole family. The 5k route takes you through five bubble stations, each waiting to shower you in colourful foam! Please note that under 16s must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Nestled next to the busy A127 lies a beautifully transformed town garden. Homemade raised beds with tulips in spring, dahlias and roses in the summer. From a corridor of Cyprus trees and grass emerges an open garden giving a vista of colour, inspiration and peaceful harmony, with many different scents to savour.

Purple Feather Events presents another fab Fair at this popular venue, but this time its a whole weekend!!! ~Another day of pampering , wellbeing & friendship.

A plantswoman’s ¾ acre garden, planted to encourage wildlife. Sumptuous colour-themed borders with striking plant combinations, featuring specimen plants, fernery, clematis,and grasses. Meandering paths lead to ponds, patio, scree garden and small vegetable garden.

Following hot on the heels of The Gruffalo’s sell out tour and his monstrous West End success comes The Gruffalo’s Child – with attitude! Just how brave is she? Find out for yourselves by joining her on tour this autumn.

This is a workshop for children aged 6 - 14 - Learn how to decorate a celebration cake using icing techniques and discover how easy it is to make exclusive unique figurines and flowers to put on the cake using sugar paste. You can take home the cake you make. Start time 10am - midday.

Free Creative workshops for young people (8-16 yrs). Booking is essential as places are limited. Draw your very own world underwater, complete with fish, plants, and forgotten treasure. Why not join us for our other Summer Workshops too?

When Stella sets off to visit London with her parents, Lord and Lady Saxby, she has no idea her life is in danger! Waking up three months later, only her Aunt Alberta can tell Stella what has happened.

LAS Members and Guests   : LAS Summer Barbeque. The Loughton Astronomical Society is the home of all things astronomical in West Essex. Guests are always welcome; just drop in to one of our Thursday meetings.

General discussion and activity. Organised by Harlow Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Brian Cooper (Chairman).

WE ALL DANCE UNITED Don’t miss our very first dance show, which includes a flavour from many different cultures and styles of dance including - Irish Dancing, Pole Dancing, Down Syndrome Dancers, Salsa Dancers, Contemporary and many more...

Phil Hilborne is one of the UK’s most legendary and respected guitarists. A true master guitarist who has performed with some of the most influential musicians in the business.

Open garden Tudor Roost 18 Frere Way Fingringhoe co57bp (5 mile South of Colchester)11th & 12th August 2-00pm -5-00pm Adm £4.00 children free.Teas & home made cakes available,plants for sale.An unexpected hidden colourful ¼-acre garden. Well manicured grassy paths wind round island beds and ponds.

Free Family drop in workshop! Learn the traditional art of flower making with the Chinese Culture Society!

Once again The Companye of Merrie Folke will be setting up their Tudor encampment outside the Barn, whilst "the Paycocke family" will be in residence at Paycockes House.

Eastern Masters AC Championship for Men & Women from the age of 35, in 5 year bands. Guests from other regional BMAF Clubs welcome. Also welcome are athletes who are at least 35 yeas of age and current members of a UK Athletic Club.

Our summer workshop for 8-16 year olds is inspired by the show still running in the West End. There will be opportunity to develop and enhance performance skills and also limited places open for 14-16 year olds interested in the technical aspects of theatre.

Not So Boring Booklets (N. Emeny). Organised by Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Ray How (Secretary).

Children aged 6 - 14 can come along to learn how to plant a terrarium. This is an indoor garden feature that will become a center piece.All the materials will be provided including the plants for this workshop.Time 10am - midday

Illyria bring Gilbert & Sullivan’s hilarious comic opera to the Forest for this open air production. "I don’t think much of OUR profession, but contrasted with respectability, it is comparatively honest".

Free Creative workshops for young people (8-16 yrs). Booking is essential as places are limited. Create a painting of all that happens above sea level, with swimmers, beach combers, birds, and planes. Why not join us for our other Summer Workshops too?

A beautiful garden - yes, but one with a purpose. Long House Plants has been producing home grown plants for more than 10 years - here is a chance to see where it all begins! With wide paths and plenty of seats carefully placed to enjoy the plants and views.

Make your own police car, police dog, police horse and 1960s police box from card! Can you make up a story using what you’ve made? Suitable for all ages.

RiZE Festival. Artists performing: Liam Gallagher, Stereophonics, James Bay, Plan B, Manic Street Preachers, Dave , Circa Waves, Disciples, Jacob Banks, MNEK, Sinead Harnett, Bastille, Years & Years, Rag n Bone Man, Rita Ora, Maximo Park, Example, Tokio Myers , Lewis Capaldi, Tom Walker, Raye,...

Take a trip down the rabbit hole with Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer as they present the classic tale of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Join Alice as she stumbles into the magical world of Wonderland and meet a whole host of colourful characters.

Award-winning Shooting Stars Theatre Company make their debut at Cressing Temple Barns. Bring a picnic rug/folding chair and enjoy the show. Refreshments available. "I think very few people are completely normal really deep down in their private lives.

Award Winning ’Shooting Stars Theatre Company’ come to Cressing Temple Barns with an open air production of Noel Coward’s ’Private Lives’. “I think very few people are completely normal really deep down in their private lives.

Come and try orienteering for all the family. Use a map to navigate your way around the course in this beautiful country park. Help for beginners. No booking required; just turn up at the lower car park, find our banner and join in this fun activity. Free for children. Suitable for buggies, dogs, grandma,, etc.

A fun family day out, with prizes for the best dressed young pirates. Essex bat group will have a display so you can get up close and find out all there is to know about bats. Woodwind of Stortford will be performing and we are delighted to be able to welcome them back to the gardens.

Classic Volkswagen show with Beetles, vans and other classic VW exhibits. Live music all day. Beer tent Miniature steam train rides Best in class and best in show trophies

Meet our talented and informative spinners as they demonstrate the skills that built Paycocke’s House. Booking Not Needed.

Free Creative workshops for young people (8-16 yrs). Booking is essential as places are limited. Make a cardboard seabird of your choice, using a range of sculpture techniques. Why not join us for our other Summer Workshops too?

Golden Jubilees (Members’ displays). Organised by Basildon Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Taylor (Secretary).

Upstairs in Saffron Walden Town Hall. FREE ENTRY. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Crafts, collectables, Fossils, etc., etc. "You never know what you might find".

This workshop is for children aged 6 - 14 years old.A selection of seeds and materials will be provided to create the animal shapes and potato seed heads. These creations will grow well on a window sill or in the garden. This workshop is from 10am - midday.

Is your child starting prehistory in school in September? Explore the fascinating world of prehistoric Britain! Learn about life in the Palaeolithic, Mesolithic and Neolithic periods. Look at and handle early technology, including original and replica hand tools, weapons and a quern stone.

Stamps of the Reign of King George VI (Members’ displays). Organised by Harlow Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Brian Cooper (Chairman).

Purchase direct from around 140 of the finest professional craftmakers in the UK

While navigating their careers in Los Angles, a pianist and an actress fall in love while attempting to reconcile their aspirations for the future. Open air movie showing. Join us for an open air showing of 2017’s ’La La Land’ starring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone.

Robin Hood and his band of merry men are feared by the richest of the land as they travel through Sherwood Forest stealing from the rich to give to the poor.

A former secret service agent takes on the job of the bodyguard to a pop singer, whose lifestyle is most unlike a Presidents. An open air film showing. Join us of an open air showing of 1992’s ’The Bodyguard’ starring Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston. Booking Advisable. Phone: 0344 249 1895.

Over the course of five social occasions, a committed bachelor must consider the notion that he may have fallen in love. Outdoor Film Screening. Join us for an outdoor screening of 1994’s Four Weddings and a Funeral, starring Hugh Grant, winner of 2 BAFTAs and a Golden Globe. Booking Not Needed.

Great Burstead and South Green Village Council are hosting another Fun Day. Family event with Bouncy Castles, Brass Band, Bird of Prey display and much more There are still pitches for craft stalls etc. so please contact us for further details Web site: greatbursteadsouthgreenparishcouncil.gov.uk

Margaret Gardens, Margaret Street Thaxted. In aid of Thaxted Scouts. Crafts, , plants, etc., etc., FREE ENTRY 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Stallholders welcome to apply - event cancelled

Come and build your very own bat box. Come and join the learning team and build a super bat box to take home. Our batty friends are finding it hard to find natural roosting places and you can help by making one for your garden. Tickets 12 per bat box. Booking Essential. Phone: 0344 249 1895. Children welcome.

Listed black barns provide backdrop for vibrant and exuberant planting in 8 acres. Thousands of colourful tulips, flowing innovative spring planting, herbaceous borders, pond, mature weeping willows, kitchen garden, dramatic late summer beds with zingy, tender, exotic plant combinations.

Following the success of our post-London-2012-Olympic Open and supported by "Join In" in from 2013, Southend-on-Sea AC, founded in 1905, is once again hosting its annual Athletic Festival - an all-day meeting with a full range of Olympic track and field events from sprints to 5000m, sprint hurdles & the 8 field

This workshop is for children aged 6 - 14 years old.Create a magical fairy garden in a tray using all the materials provided. This wonderland will become an enchanted area for fairies.

Free Creative workshops for young people (8-16 yrs). Booking is essential as places are limited. Use a plastic bottle to make your own cute pet bug.

Learn all about bats at Hatfield Forest on this family bat walk. Come and take a night hike through the forest with our Learning Team. Have a go at using bat detectors to identify different species and look out for other nocturnal residents.

Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s best-loved romantic comedy. Let yourself be whisked away on a thrilling journey to the most magical of forests and meet star-crossed lovers, playful fairies and hilarious travelling players.

Classic VW Beetles & Campervans. Stalls, Music Adult £6.00, Concessions £5.00, Children (5 to 15) £2.

Castaway returns with its unique blend of island escapism and adventure. Its back to basics and this year the event has moved to the end of August! Castaway returns with its unique blend of island escapism and adventure. We’re looking forward to seeing past castaways again or meeting you if you’re new.

JIMI HENDRIX, ERIC CLAPTON & CREAM. Paying tribute to these legends of blues / rock are VOODOO ROOM. A stunning power trio featuring some of the UK’s finest musicians who perform an incredible show in the true spirit of these mind-blowing superstars.

Comic melodrama and social scandal bubble away in this classic Oscar Wilde satire. Lady Hunstanton’s house party is in full swing when Gerald Arbuthnot is announced as secretary to the witty Lord Illingworth. However, once Gerald’s mother makes an appearance, his future is suddenly uncertain.

can you solve the murder of PC Gutteridge - a real crime from 1927?

A brilliant day out with lovely people. Plenty of stalls with a variety of products to treat yourself. There are a wide range of treatments such as Reiki, Indian Head Massage, Reflexology, Crystal Healing on offer to try for as little as £5.There are Clairvoyant/Tarot/psychic readings available.

Romantic C18 walled garden laid out by Lady Anne Spencer, overflowing with blooms following Tom Stuart-Smiths renovation. Huge wisteria, armies of Lord Butler delphiniums (Rab lived at Spencers). Spectacular rose and herbaceous borders. Parkland with many specimen trees including Armada Oaks.

Ilford & West Essex Model Railway Club is holding it’s usual monthly open day. This open day has train rides (usually 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.

So much to explore! Climb the Belvedere for the wider view and take the train for a woodland adventure. Spring bulbs and blossom, summer beds and borders, ponds, lakes and streams, walled vegetable plot. ’Japanese garden’, sculptures grand and quirky enhance and delight.

15 acres; informal lawns with naturalised bulbs and wild flowers. Large tree collection, mixed shrubs, herbaceous borders. Landscaped gardens designed and built by students. Landscaped glasshouses and wide range of seasonal bedding displays.

Details of this meeting will be announced as soon as possible. Organised by Frinton & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Geoff Miller (Secretary).

The Committee Entertains. Organised by Basildon Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Taylor (Secretary).

5 Sep: Steve Alpe will display "Me and My Collection"; 3 Oct: Charlie Mead will display "Fiji". Organised by Benfleet & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Robert Herbert (Secretary).

Details of this meeting will be announced as soon as possible. Organised by Goodmayes Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Cliff Cashman (Secretary).

Details of this meeting will be announced as soon as possible. Organised by Clacton Philatelic Society. Contact for details: David Hacker (Secretary).

South West Africa (M.K. Roberts). Organised by Billericay & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Jubb (Secretary).

Colchester Operatic Society 2nd Edition (CO2) presents ’The Wizard Of Oz’ at the Mercury Theatre, Colchester, from 6th-15th September 2018.

60’s & 70’s Northern Soul Motown & RnB

C15 house (not open) surrounded by 3 acres of formal gardens with mixed borders, topiary, pond, potager and greenhouse. Further 3-acre wild flower meadow with orchids and rare trees and further 3 acre orchard of old East Anglian apple varieties in two small fields across the lane.

Historic Waltham Abbey is near Epping Forest. The Abbey is purported to be last resting place of King Harold. Lee Valley Regional Park is nearby. Silver Birches boasts 3 lawns on 2 levels. This surprisingly secluded garden has many mixed borders packed with all year interest.

A Victorian house surrounded by a garden designed, created and maintained by the owners to provide all year round interest. The colour coordinated borders and beds are enhanced with topiary, grasses,and climbers. April starts with thousands of tulips followed by Alliums.

A ’quintessential English Garden’ - Gardeners World. Our quirky 1½ acre garden has surprises round every corner and many interesting sculptures. A natural swimming pool is bordered by romantic flower beds, herb garden and Victorian folly.

Foulness Island Bike Ride; a unique opportunity to cycle and see one of Essex’ best kept secrets on MoD land and a haven for wildlife. Starting from Cupids Country Club; Great Wakering, Essex to cycle around Foulness Island (private MoD land).

I Also Collect This (Members’ displays). Organised by Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Ray How (Secretary).

Details of this meeting will be announced as soon as possible. Organised by Braintree & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: John Birch (Secretary).

Display by Ipswich P.S. Organised by Chelmsford & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Allan Boyce (Secretary).

Details of this meeting will be announced as soon as possible. Organised by Epping Forest & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Roger Pearce(Secretary).

By kind and special arrangement with authors Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran, the Brookside Theatre are proud to present the world premiere of GOODNIGHT SWEETHEART: THE MUSICAL, a brand new musical comedy based on the award-winning BBC TV series.

A Victorian house surrounded by a garden designed, created and maintained by the owners to provide all year round interest. The colour coordinated borders and beds are enhanced with topiary, grasses,and climbers. April starts with thousands of tulips followed by Alliums.

ALL welcome to attend our fellowship meetings. We have a speaker from J’s Hospice followed by tea, coffee & cake. Contact : Gwyn Pegram tel: 01376 573956.

Letter W (Members’ displays). Organised by Harlow Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Brian Cooper (Chairman).

"A superb three piece, that sound more like five. Great songs, brilliant playing, concert sound. Don’t miss them!!" Be Sharp is a steaming guitar based trio that performs a diverse and interesting choice of songs.

The Great Dunmow Carnival is on the 15th September 2018 and it will be bigger than ever Last year something like 10,000 people gathered to see the 17 acts on the ‘Rec including Bruno Mars & Little Mix tributes and the party atmosphere was incredible. The Carnival Procession leaves at 1pm.

Pink Floyd’s recording career spanned almost three decades and, for its 10th Anniversary, The Floyd Effect has chosen two of the band’s most remarkable albums to create The Bell And The Moon tour 2018.

Whether you are a classic car enthusiast or a vintage motorbike fanatic the Essex Classic Vehicle Show is the perfect event for any petrol heads and is the only event of its type to be hitting Castle Park this summer.

Shop early for Christmas - huge selection of goods and gifts for all the family including jewellery, toiletries, bric a brac, books, sports, pet stall, electrical items, toys and DVD/CDs. Quality knitwear, crochet and hand sewn items made to a high standard. Homemade snacks and refreshments. Free parking.

Our celebration of apples and orchard produce. We invite visitors to press juice, taste apples and honey and enjoy the early autumn warmth in the Walled Kitchen garden.

A garden for all seasons. ¾ acre created over the last 5 years. Minutes from Halstead Town centre yet a very peaceful garden with stunning views over the countryside. Enter to a two-tier gravel Bee Border; wander to our Winter Wedding border then the Woodlands Walk.

Steampunk Essextraordinaire IV 16th September 2018 Victorian Science and fancy dress, Music, Craft stalls, Workshops and stalls Adult £6.00, Children £3.00, Advance tickets Adult £5.00, Children £2.

Once again we’re at the lovely Victorian building used by Zinc Arts. We will have 30+ tables in four rooms and the central area.

Falklands Islands & Newfoundland (T. Hoad). Organised by Basildon Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Taylor (Secretary).

Upstairs in Saffron Walden Town Hall, CRafts, collectables & antiques "You never know what you might find" FREE ENTRY 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Stallholders welcome to apply

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

Details of this meeting will be announced as soon as possible. Organised by Colchester & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Christine Stroud (Secretary).

Bead & Pearl Supplies For the Home Jewellery Maker. Many new semi-precious beads. Like pearl, amethyst, turquoise, agate, coral, amber etc. Plus original semi-precious & pearl necklaces designed by MiMi. Free Entry, Free Gifts & Free Refreshments!

ESSEX MUSIC COMPETITION OPEN MIC UK 2018 AUDITION DATES RELEASED Music competition auditions dates for Essex Open Mic UK 2018 have been announced! Open Mic UK is coming to Essex with auditions at Hamptons Sports & Leisure.

A garden of around ¾ of an acre with a large pond, attracting much wildlife, as well as the owners resident ducks. Free ranging chickens roam in the shrubbery and budgerigar aviary.

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?

An Evening With Mark Routh. Organised by Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Ray How (Secretary).

Christmas Island & Tokolau (R. Barnes). Organised by Chelmsford & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Allan Boyce (Secretary).

Display by Brian Cooper. Organised by Harlow Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Brian Cooper (Chairman).

Len Stanway FRPSL displays "The United Nations". Organised by Shoeburyness & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Sue Stacey (Secretary).

25th ANNIVERSARY TOUR 1993-2018 Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive, well and dominating stages worldwide. The band have also added a tribute into their show to ex-Thin Lizzy guitarist (and world renowned solo artist) Gary Moore.

A wide range of food and food related products plus cookery demonstrations from headline and other chefs, art and craft stalls

THE MODS & ROCKERS SHOW... Which side were you on? Remember the Brighton riots? Lambrettas, Nortons, parkas and leathers? When you had to choose between being a Mod or a Rocker? Celebrate that magical period in the 60’s and 70’s with THE MODS & ROCKERS SHOW.

Prepare to get muddy by taking part in the very first Helen Rollason Cancer Charity ‘Big Battle’ which takes place at The Event Village near the Secret Nuclear Bunker in Kelvedon Hatch, Brentwood. A personal trainer will escort and encourage you round the 5k obstacle course at your own pace.

Internationally famous gardens, including dry, damp, shade, reservoir and woodland areas. The result of over 50 years of hard work and application of the huge body of plant knowledge possessed by Beth Chatto and her late husband Andrew. Visitors cannot fail to be affected by the peace and beauty of the garden.

Stamp auction. Organised by Basildon Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Taylor (Secretary).

Booking is now open for our Charity golf day supported by Barclays Spend your Friday out on the golf course with friends or colleagues taking on 18 holes at Benton Halls championship course. You can join as a team, on your own, or even use the day to entertain clients.

Charity Barn Dance raising funds for the Helen Rollason Cancer Charity at Woodham Walter Village Hall CM9 6RE. Raffle also roll £l coin to win bottle of whiskey and bottle wine. Ticket £7 bring own food & drink. 7.30-11.00pm Live music by Maldon group Metric Foot Band.

We have tables in two halls at this is a lovely modern venue with great access. We hope to have glass, china, postcards, pottery, militaria, barometers, records, gramophones, jewellery, die-cast vehicles, stamps, coins, ephemera and lots more. If you’re looking for specifics please call us.

Natasha Carver & Neal McLeod Come and dance the night away with this Sensation Soul and Motown Show: also featuring Natasha’s tribute to Whitney Houston and Neal’s tribute to Lionel Richie.

Make a spooky mask and decorations!

We’re thrilled to be invited back to play at the Plume School in Malden for The Marble Project, an Essex-based charity who look after orphans, people with learning disabilities and the elderly in Eastern Europe, including the Bulgarian town of Berkovitsa.

On Sunday 7th October 2018, Lee Valley Race for Life will bring thousands of women together to support Cancer Research UK’s life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters. Race for Life 5k is great for all ages.

Aspects of Canada (D.A. Armitage). Organised by Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Ray How (Secretary).

Display by Colchester P.S. Organised by Chelmsford & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Allan Boyce (Secretary).

Fellowship meeting at the United Reformed Church, High Street Kelvedon. Entertainment from Baz & Harv (Jazz duo) followed by tea, coffee and cake. All welcome. Contact: Gwyn Pegram 01376 573956

Ingatestone Musical & Operetta Group are proud to announce that their next production will be ‘9 to 5 The Musical’. This stage version is based on the hit 1980 movie of the same name, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick. Set in the late 1970s.

Display to be arranged. Organised by Harlow Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Brian Cooper (Chairman).

Making a very welcome return to Touchline, The Small Fakers will be performing The Small Faces 1968 No.1 album "Ogden’s Nut Gone Flake" to celebrate it’s 50th anniversary.

Havering Singers annual quiz night is sure to be a fun evening. Teams of up to 8 persons max. Bring your own food and drink. Fund raising raffle. All the usual benefits that such an evening can offer. Please contact to book your table (Deposit required).

Postcard Fair including Ephemera, Autographs, Cigarette Cards and Accessories. 30 Local and National Dealers Ample Free Parking Refreshments

’A garden for all seasons’ A plantsman’s paradise with 20 acres packed with rare and unusual plants. Carved within mature woodland are huge island beds, Japanese garden, terrace, gravel garden, seaside garden, water gardens and extensive woodland plantings.

Come and visit us for our main season open day with a Halloween twist! There will be plenty of spooky children’s activities for our younger visitors! There will be a variety of stalls along with some Halloween competitions and some fun filled children’s activities.

Upstairs in Saffron Walden Town Hall, Crafts, collectables, fossils, etc.etc. "You never know what you might find". FREE ENTRY.

Aden (M.R. Thompson). Organised by Basildon Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Taylor (Secretary).

Award-winning national treasure, television and recording star Joe Longthorne makes his debut appearance at the Brookside Theatre, joined on stage by his sensational live band and special guest.

Stamp and postcard fair. Free parking. Refreshments. Many Dealers. For further details, contact organiser, Peter Nason.

The Chelmsford Model Railway Club’s annual exhibition is a well established occasion attracting modellers and families from far and wide.

6 years running. Come and browse over 60 original stalls, have a reading, talk to experts in their field and enjoy a taster treatment – spoil yourself! An uplifting, enlightening weekend brought to you once again by Life Arts.

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!

Learn how to rescue Whales, Dolphins & Seals. British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR) is a UK based marine animal rescue organisation. We have around 3,500 active volunteer Marine Mammal Medics around the UK and we are the only such specialist organisation covering England, Wales and Scotland.

Competitions and Bourse. Organised by Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Ray How (Secretary).

Annual General Meeting. Organised by Chelmsford & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Allan Boyce (Secretary).

Letter Y (Members’ displays). Organised by Harlow Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Brian Cooper (Chairman).

King George VI Commemorative Omnibus Issues (B. Cook). Organised by Shoeburyness & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Sue Stacey (Secretary).

Richard Thompson Plus Joan Shelley. Artists performing: Richard Thompson.: Tickets avaiable.

Did you obtain the balance between your competing commitments that you desired? Have you been rocking your many roles in the life the way you want to? Designed for busy working women, employed or running their own business.

Take on a Tough 10 run at the course made famous for hosting the mountain biking at the 2012 Olympics. No obstacles - this is the chance to take on 10k of winding rocky paths, mud tracks and steep hills that offer great views of the Thames Estuary and an awesome sense of achievement at the finish.

35,000 BOOKS + games, jigsaws, CDs & DVDs Restocked on Sunday so come both days. For more information look at our web site.

Eight sheets from my albums (Members’ displays). Organised by Billericay & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Jubb (Secretary).

60’s & 70’s Northern Soul Motown & RnB

Come along for the next fab MBS Holistic Fair with loads of stalls offering a range of holistic gifts, be pampered by one of our various therapists/healers offering treatments such as Reiki, Indian Head Massage, Crystal Healing, Vitali-Chi, reflexology, or gain some insight and guidance with a 1-2-1 reading one of the

Can you find the clues and use our photofit pieces to draw the criminal?

A wide range of Christmas and seasonal goodies including art, craft, design, food and drink.

A fair next to the famous Windmill in this bright, comfortable hall, where we hope to have Glass, China, Stamps, Postcards, Jewellery, Pottery, Militaria, Bling, Records, Figurines, Coins, Books, Trinkets and lots more.

Halloween Spooky Science, Educational Science and Magic show with our mad professor, hands on experiments and crafts

Details of this meeting will be announced as soon as possible. Organised by Basildon Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Taylor (Secretary).

Details of this meeting will be announced as soon as possible. Organised by Frinton & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Geoff Miller (Secretary).

Details of this meeting will be announced as soon as possible. Organised by Clacton Philatelic Society. Contact for details: David Hacker (Secretary).

Details of this meeting will be announced as soon as possible. Organised by Goodmayes Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Cliff Cashman (Secretary).

7 Nov: Don Davies will display "1840 and all that" and "G.B. Censorship of Seaside Postcards"; 5 Dec: Chairman’s Night and Christmas Social - Tony and Lindy Bosworth will display "Sokol". Organised by Benfleet & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Robert Herbert (Secretary).

Fellowship meeting at the United Reformed Church, High Street Kelvedon. With a speaker from Samaritan’s Purse followed by tea, coffee and cake. All welcome. Contact: Gwyn Pegram 01376 573956

General discussion and activity. Organised by Harlow Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Brian Cooper (Chairman).

Big Country. Artists performing: Big Country.: Tickets avaiable.

Essex Jewellery Fair at The Chesterfords Community Centre, near Saffron Walden Essex Doors open 10am - 4pm A prestigous new shopping event showcasing a superb range of jewellery all under one roof, including Antique, Vintage, Beads, Pearls, Designer Jewellery, Silver, Handcrafted and Costume Jewellery.

These Are Forgeries and Were These Allowed? (D. Davies). Organised by Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Ray How (Secretary).

The hugely popular live band performance, returns to rock the UK with the ‘Queen Extravaganza Tour’. ‘Queen Extravaganza’ – described by the legendary Roger Taylor himself as ‘A rock celebration in the Royal tradition’ and designed to enable new fans and old to celebrate the music of Queen - will play 17 shows...

Details of this meeting will be announced as soon as possible. Organised by Braintree & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: John Birch (Secretary).

Details of this meeting will be announced as soon as possible. Organised by Epping Forest & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Roger Pearce(Secretary).

Essex Postmarks (J.W.J. Copeland). Organised by Chelmsford & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Allan Boyce (Secretary).

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

Quality hand made crafts and gifts. Find that unique Christmas gift. delicious Homemade refreshments. FREE ENTRY

Pink Floyd’s recording career spanned almost three decades and, for its 10th Anniversary, The Floyd Effect has chosen two of the band’s most remarkable albums to create The Bell And The Moon tour 2018.

Various stalls including, Refreshments, Cakes, Jams and Pickles, Tombola, Raffle, Jewellery, Small gifts.

Crafts, collectables, fossils, bric-a-brac etc.etc. You never know what you might find. FREE ENTRY

Between The Tropics (Members’ displays). Organised by Basildon Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Taylor (Secretary).

Following two previous sell-out appearances, the Brookside Theatre are proud to welcome back the popular star of TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic Private Eyes and Psychic Academy.

The Human League + Very Special Guest Midge Ure’s Band Electronica. Artists performing: The Human League.: Tickets avaiable.

Our popular second-hand DVD and Book Sale returns! Books are 50p each or 3 for £1 and DVDs start from just £1! Our stock covers most genres, including books and DVDs for children.

World Leaders Past and Present (Members’ displays). Organised by Harlow Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Brian Cooper (Chairman).

ONE NIGHT OF SKA is an incredible two hour homage to the music, bands and artistes that influenced two generations of teenagers presented by Yesterday’s Men - one of the country’s finest exponents of Ska.

Our popular Christmas Craft Fair returns! Join us anytime between 10am and 3.30pm and get some beautifully handmade gifts. Entry to the museum is free. - please contact hannah.wilson@essex.pnn.police.uk for more information. Booking for stall holders is essential

The Guild of Essex Craftsmen are holding a CRAFTS FOR CHRISTMAS in the historic Hylands House, Chelmsford. Come along and see the talented artists and craftsmen and artists and who will be exhibiting and selling their handmade arts and crafts, some demonstrating .

We are pleased to return to St Peter’s Church, Harold Wood for our Autumn Concert. The music this evening will be Rutter’s Magnificat, Handel’s Four Coronation Anthems plus a soprano solo piece.

Helen Rollason Cancer Charity’s Christmas Gift and Food Fair is back for 2018, and it’s bigger and better than ever!

Stamp auction. Organised by Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Ray How (Secretary).

1911 First Air Post & 1890 Jubilee Uniform Penny (D. Connell). Organised by Chelmsford & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Allan Boyce (Secretary).

Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum, it’s panto fun for everyone When Jack sells Daisy, his beloved family cow, for magic beans, he soon discovers they open up an unexpected world of thrilling adventure.

A, B, C (Members’ displays). Organised by Shoeburyness & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Sue Stacey (Secretary).

Upstairs in Saffron Walden Town Hall. -- Unique gifts to suit everyone. Homemade refreshments. FREE ENTRY Crafts, collectables, fossils, bric-a-brac, etc., etc., "You never know what you might find" Wonderful Christmas Gifts. Friday 9 a.m. - 8.30p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m Sunday 9.a.m. - 5 p.m.

Roll over Beethoven, the UK’s No.1 Electric Light Orchestra tribute show returns to the Brookside by overwhelming popular demand! To celebrate the 40th anniversary of ELO’s spectacular 1978 World Tour, THE ELO ENCOUNTER are returning with a brand new show featuring even more classic hits.

The Mayor and three invited children will switch on the Christmas Light display in Halstead Public Gardens on Saturday 01 December 2018 at about 4.30p.m. Santa will visit, and will have some sweets for children, and there will be a snow machine to give a festive atmosphere. all are welcome, there is no entry fee.

Helen Rollason Cancer Charity’s Christmas Gift and Food Fair is back for 2018, with a new location at the stunning Firstsite location in the heart of Colchester.

This local community centre is popular amongst our sellers and customers as there is always a lovely atmosphere.

Chairman’s Night. Organised by Basildon Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Taylor (Secretary).

Upstairs in Saffron Walden Town Hall. Crafts, collectables, fossils, bric-a-brac etc., etc., "You never know what you might find".

This traditional event will take place on Wednesday 5th December 2018 starting at the top of High Street, Post Code CO9 2UK. Torches will be handed out from 6.15pm, for a start time of 7.00pm.

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

The Guild of Essex Craftsmen are holding a CRAFTS FOR CHRISTMAS event in the beautiful setting of St Mary Magdalen Church. Come along and see the talented artists and craftsmen who will be exhibiting and selling their handmade arts and crafts, some demonstrating .

Christmas Social. Organised by Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Ray How (Secretary).

Seasonal Items (Members’ displays). Organised by Chelmsford & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Allan Boyce (Secretary).

Fellowship meeting at the United Reformed Church, High Street Kelvedon. A Christmas celebration followed by tea, coffee and cake. All welcome. Contact: Gwyn Pegram 01376 573956

Christmas Party, Raffle and Philatelic Quiz. Organised by Harlow Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Brian Cooper (Chairman).

Chairman’s Night. Organised by Shoeburyness & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Sue Stacey (Secretary).

Bad Manners - Christmas Tour 2018. Artists performing: BAD MANNERS.: Tickets avaiable.

Festive Evening. Organised by Basildon Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Alan Taylor (Secretary).

Details of this meeting will be announced as soon as possible. Organised by Colchester & District Philatelic Society. Contact for details: Christine Stroud (Secretary).

Havering Singers present seasonal music for all tastes. The choir also welcome a St, Mary’s, Hornchurch school choir to assist with the celebration. You will also have the opportunity to sing a few carols to get you in the mood for the seasonal celebrations.

Back for our third successful year in a row, UpStage Theatre Company present our hilarious family pantomime adventure DICK WHITTINGTON by Joshua & Lewis Clarke Join Dick and his Cat Tommy for their adventures in London and beyond!

Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum, it’s panto fun for everyone When Jack sells Daisy, his beloved family cow, for magic beans, he soon discovers they open up an unexpected world of thrilling adventure.

Skids + support. Artists performing: Skids.: Tickets avaiable.

Paul Carrack. Artists performing: Paul Carrack.: Tickets avaiable.