Seen by millions, The Magic of Motown is back with its 20th Anniversary Tour! It’s no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories... more>

AstroKyds Junior Section of Loughton Astronomical Society

Fri 14 Mar 25

St Mary’s Church Hall, Coppice Row Theydon Bois CM16 7EJ

AstroKyds Junior Section: AstroKyds is the Junior section of the LAS. 6:30pm at St Mary's Church Hall... more>

Robin and the Sherwood Hoodies

Fri 14 Mar 25

Headgate Theatre, 14 Chapel Street North, Colchester CO2 7AT

Follow the most outrageous outlaws in history as they try to defeat the Sheriff, rescue Maid Marion, and overthrow King John - all without laddering... more>

The King's Voice: Gordon Hendricks as Elvis

Fri 14 Mar 25

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

The King’s Voice: Gordon Hendricks As Elvis In Stoke on Trent in the early seventies, a young Gordon Hendricks played to an imaginary crowd... more>

Loughton Astronomical Society

Thu 13 Mar 25

Scout Hall, Loughton Lane next to the Cricket Club. CM16 7ER

Dr Ben Rider-Stokes: Inferring Asteroid Mineralogy through Meteorite Investigation.. The Loughton Astronomical Society is the home of all things... more>

Stamp Club Meeting (Chelmsford)

Tue 11 Mar 25

Christ Church United Reform Church, 164 New London Road, Chelmsford. CM2 0AW

The Letter “H” (Colin Evans). Meeting of Chelmsford & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more>

The Intrusion

Tue 11 Mar 25

Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester CO1 1PT

In a new and dynamic collaboration, Bric à Brac Theatre and Told by an Idiot explore the end of human civilisation and the community who outlive them... more>

Stamp Club Meeting (Rayleigh)

Mon 10 Mar 25

Parish Rooms, Rectory Garth, Hockley Road, Rayleigh SS6 8BA

Bill trower displays Imperial Airways, Atlantic Antics 1937-1939. Meeting of Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more>

Pancakes Galore!

Sat 8 Mar 25

Hockley & Hawkwell Methodist Church Main Road Hockley Essex SS5 4QY

Pancake Morning in the Church Hall SATURDAY 8th March 10:00am - Noon £3.50 for 2 pancakes with a drink. More drinks for a donation more>

Mystical Fair - Mind Body Spirit & Wellbeing.

Sat 8 Mar 25

Chantry Centre, Chantry Way, Billericay CM11 2AP

Crafty Cow Markets are excited to invite you to our Mystical Fair this March in Billericay. Whether you're seeking a unique item or a chance... more>

Rob Lamberti Presents Perfectly George

Fri 7 Mar 25

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

Rob Lamberti presents Perfectly George Featuring the incredible voice of Rob Lamberti, this show has wowed audiences around the country and Europe... more>

A Night to Remember: A Motown Show

Fri 7 Mar 25

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

A Night to Remember – The Motown Show Takes you back in time to 1960’s Detroit. Be prepared for a high energy show, packed with the greatest... more>

PREVIEW live music SHOWCASE free 10 Acts 8.30 start

Fri 7 Mar 25

’The Function Bar’ @ The PLOUGH 426-428 London Rd, Westcliff SS0 9LA

PREVIEW live music SHOWCASE On the 1st FRIDAY of the MONTH # In 'The Function Bar' @ The PLOUGH 426-428 London Rd, Westcliff, SS0... more>

Stamp Club Meeting (Witham)

Thu 6 Mar 25

Spring Lodge Community Centre, Powers Hall End, Witham CM8 2HE

A Norwegian Miscellany (Pat Adams). Meeting of Witham Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription payable for continued... more>

FREE taster session with the Brentwood Rock Choir

Thu 6 Mar 25

Brentwood County High School, Shenfield Common, Seven Arches Road, Brentwood CM14 4JF

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Brentwood?' then why not join your local Rock Choir... more>

More Rock Choirs

Stamp Club Meeting (Clacton)

Wed 5 Mar 25

Clacton Indoor Bowls Club, Valley Road, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 6NA

Bourse and Members' displays. Meeting of Clacton Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription payable for continued... more>

An Evening With Rick Stein

Wed 5 Mar 25

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

An Evening with Rick Stein A feast for the mind! Multi-award-winning chef, restaurateur, writer and presenter Rick Stein delves into his lifelong... more>

Stamp Club Meeting (Frinton)

Mon 3 Mar 25

Frinton Community Centre, Soken House, The Triangle Shopping Centre, Frinton-on-Sea CO13 0AU

What an Inheritance Brings (Peter Lister FRPSL) (2pm-5pm). . All welcome to visit. Membership subscription payable for continued participation... more>

Stamp Club Meeting (Basildon)

Mon 3 Mar 25

George Hurd Centre, Audley Way, Basildon SS14 2FL

It’s An Irish World (Peter Wood FRPSL). Meeting of Basildon Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription plus £1 attendance fee... more>

Loughton Astronomical Society

Sun 2 Mar 25

Scout Hall, Loughton Lane next to the Cricket Club. CM16 7EJ

LAS Members leading Family Public Observing and Stargazing: Join LAS members on this special weekend event looking at the night sky through... more>

Craft and Gift Fair

Sat 1 Mar 25

Tendring District Scout Centre, Valley Road, Clacton on Sea, Essex CO15 6NA

Don’t know what to do next Saturday? – Why don’t you pop into the Craft and Gift Fair on Saturday 1st March at Tendring District Scout Centre, Valley... more>

Discos for Grown Ups

Sat 1 Mar 25

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

The legendary Discos for Grown ups pop-up disco party is coming to CHARTER HALL, COLCHESTER for an amazing night dancing to 70s disco, 80s pop and... more>

John Holt / Reggae Tribute Night - Witham

Sat 1 Mar 25

Spa Road CM8 1UN

This Event is strictly 18 + John Holt Tribute Night, Witham Town Football Club Join us for an unforgettable John Holt Tribute Night at Witham Town... more>

Epping Forest Uniquely Me Talent Show 2025

Sat 1 Mar 25

Epping Hall, 2 St Johns Road, Epping, Essex CM16 5DN

Time for the red carpet and stanchions again!! Following the huge success of the 2024 Epping Forest Uniquely Me Talent show where we made a... more>

UK Queen: The Ultimate Tribute

Fri 28 Feb 25

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

UK Queen come to ROCK YOU! Expect a sensational 2 hr live show packed with all the hits and classics of Queen, for the first time at Charter Hall, a... more>

Loughton Astronomical Society

Thu 27 Feb 25

Scout Hall, Loughton Lane next to the Cricket Club. CM16 7EJ

Malcolm Zack and Alan Marriott: Astronomical Sketching Workshop. The Loughton Astronomical Society is the home of all things astronomical in West... more>

Britain’s Got Talent Swing Band The Jive Aces

Thu 27 Feb 25

The Queen’s Theatre, Billet Ln, Hornchurch RM11 1QT

Essex, get ready to swing! The UK's No. 1 Jive and Swing band, The Jive Aces, are bringing their sensational Keeping the Show on the... more>

The Killing of Sister George

Wed 26 Feb 25

Headgate Theatre, 14 Chapel Street North, Colchester CO2 7AT

Scandal at the BBC! A top star is about to be axed! Sounds familiar? Popular radio star Sister George, beloved character of radio soap opera... more>

Stamp Club Meeting (Chelmsford)

Tue 25 Feb 25

Christ Church United Reform Church, 164 New London Road, Chelmsford. CM2 0AW

Norway (Pat Adams). Meeting of Chelmsford & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription payable for continued... more>

FREE taster session with the Epping Rock Choir

Mon 24 Feb 25

Epping Hall, St Johns Road, Epping CM16 5JU

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir... more>

More Rock Choirs

Stamp Club Meeting (Rayleigh)

Mon 24 Feb 25

Parish Rooms, Rectory Garth, Hockley Road, Rayleigh SS6 8BA

Mails Under London (Len Stanway FRPSL). Meeting of Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more>

The Olivia Rodrigo Experience

Sun 23 Feb 25

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

The Olivia Rodrigo Experience After exploding onto the music scene in 2021, Olivia Rodrigo has produced a catalogue of anthems especially for the... more>

Ellis Live Presents 21st Century Tennessee

Sat 22 Feb 25

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

Ellis Live Presents 21st Century Tennessee The ultimate must-see modern day country show, combining all your favourite contemporary artists and... more>

Colchester Town Hall Ghost Hunt

Sat 22 Feb 25

Colchester Town Hall, High Street, Colchester CO1 1PJ

Colchester Town Hall, with its rich history dating back to the 18th century, is often shrouded in tales of the supernatural... more>

An Evening of Swing Music in aid of Charity

Fri 21 Feb 25

Wilson Marriage Centre, Barrack Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 2LR

We will be enjoying an evening of swing music provided by The Academy of Swing, this will take place at The Wilson Marriage Centre in Colchester... more>

Manor Lodge CQC Celebration

Fri 21 Feb 25

Manor Lodge Care Home, Manor Road, Chelmsford CM2 0EP

A national care watchdog has given a Chelmsford care home its highest seal of approval, with inspectors commending the home for its well-led and... more>

Snow White & Rose Red - Brand New Ballet for 2025!

Fri 21 Feb 25

Vision Redbridge Drama Centre, Redbridge Central Library, Ilford IG1 1EA

*** 20% DISCOUNT USING CODE SNOWWHITE *** A brand new ballet for 2025! Two sisters, Snow White and Rose Red, live in a pretty cottage in a... more>

The Comedy Store

Fri 21 Feb 25

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

With 40 years’ experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a breeding ground for new comedy talent,... more>

Like a Bridge Over Troubled Water

Fri 21 Feb 25

Headgate Theatre, 14 Chapel Street North, Colchester CO2 7AT

This Mersea Island based choir, Amoroso, presents a thought-provoking collection of songs to ponder the relationship between music and humanity... more>

Loughton Astronomical Society

Thu 20 Feb 25

Scout Hall, Loughton Lane next to the Cricket Club. CM16 7EJ

LAS Members: Skycamp Revisited. Photos, Videos, Anecdotes.. The Loughton Astronomical Society is the home of all things astronomical in West Essex... more>

Dementia or simply old age? Colchester care home to host advice event

Wed 19 Feb 25

Colne View Care Home, Dame Mary Walk, Colchester Rd, Halstead CO9 2FF

As part of a nationwide initiative, a care home in Halstead is inviting local people to its free dementia advice event... more>

Snow White & Rose Red - Brand New Ballet for 2025!

Wed 19 Feb 25

Mercury Theatre,Balkerne Gate, Colchester CO1 1PT

A brand new ballet for 2025! Two sisters, Snow White and Rose Red, live in a pretty cottage in a garden full of white and red roses... more>

Stamp Club Meeting (Basildon)

Tue 18 Feb 25

George Hurd Centre, Audley Way, Basildon SS14 2FL

The Secretary Entertains (Charlie Mead). Meeting of Basildon Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more>

Kiddiewinks soft play 5th Birthday Party

Mon 17 Feb 25

Romford Shopping Hall 43 Market Place 1st floor RM1 3AB

Come and help us celebrate our 5th Birthday. There will be two hours of fun games dancing. Entertainment provided by RicknRoll... more>

Stamp Club Meeting (Frinton)

Mon 17 Feb 25

Frinton Community Centre, Soken House, The Triangle Shopping Centre, Frinton-on-Sea CO13 0AU

Aspects of Spain 2 (Terry Rawlings). Meeting of Frinton & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more>

Loughton Astronomical Society

Sun 16 Feb 25

Scout Hall, Loughton Lane next to the Cricket Club. CM16 7ER

LAS Members leading Family Public Observing and Stargazing: Join LAS members on this special weekend event looking at the night sky through... more>

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Things to do around Essex

Essex, a county in the East of England, offers a diverse range of activities for a memorable day out. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or family-friendly adventures, there's something for everyone. Let's explore some of the best things to do in Essex:

1. Colchester Zoo:
- Colchester Zoo is a must-visit for animal lovers. With over 270 species set in 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes, it's constantly developing and has won many awards for its conservation work. Explore enclosures like the walk-through butterfly enclosure and the Rainbow Lorikeet area. Don't miss the state-of-the-art "Bears of the Rising Sun" enclosure housing sun bears Jo Jo and Srey Ya. Encounter Komodo Dragons, white rhinos, giraffes, and more at the "Kingdom of the Wild" exhibit¹.

2. Tours of Colchester:
- Join historical tours of Colchester, Britain's oldest recorded town. Explore its rich heritage, including Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and charming streets. Visit the Colchester Castle, a Norman keep with fascinating exhibits. Don't miss the historic walking tours and outdoor escape games.

3. Explore Southend-on-Sea:
- Head to Southend-on-Sea for a classic British seaside experience. Enjoy the sandy beaches, stroll along the promenade, and visit the iconic Southend Pier, the longest pleasure pier in the world. Explore Adventure Island amusement park and try the thrilling rides.

4. Discover Green Island Gardens:
- Green Island Gardens in Ardleigh is a hidden gem. Explore the enchanting gardens, featuring exotic plants, sculptures, and tranquil ponds. It's a peaceful oasis away from the hustle and bustle.

5. Partyman World of Play:
- If you're with kids, visit Partyman World of Play in Basildon. This indoor play center offers slides, ball pits, and climbing frames. It's perfect for a fun-filled family day out.

6. Bridge End Garden in Saffron Walden:
- Bridge End Garden in Saffron Walden is a restored Victorian garden. Admire the colorful flowerbeds, ornamental hedges, and historic features. It's a tranquil spot for a leisurely walk.

7. Imperial Bird of Prey Academy:
- Experience the thrill of falconry at the Imperial Bird of Prey Academy in Billericay. Get up close to majestic birds of prey and learn about their behavior and conservation. Enjoy flying displays and photo opportunities.

8. Go Bananas:
- For active fun, visit Go Bananas in Colchester. This indoor soft play center has slides, climbing frames, and a separate area for toddlers. It's a great option for families with young children.

9. Thames & Medway Estuary Helicopter Tour:
- Take to the skies on a helicopter tour from Southend-on-Sea. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Thames and Medway Estuary, spotting landmarks from above. It's a unique way to explore the coastline.

10. Historic Walking Tour of Colchester:
- Join a guided walking tour of historic Colchester. Learn about its Roman past, medieval architecture, and fascinating stories. Combine it with a visit to the local farmers' market for a complete experience.

Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in wildlife, history, or family fun, Essex promises an enjoyable and diverse day out!