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Plants: The Struggle for Survival

Explore our relationship with plants that heal or harm, feed us or frustrate us, and uncover secrets of their survival... See more >

Saffron Walden Museum Museum Street CB10 1BN

Today to Tue 28 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Colchester)

Details and date/time of this meeting were not available at the time of writing. Please contact society before..... See more >

Room 7, Wilson Marriage Centre, Barrack Street, Colchester CO1 2LR

Today, Thu 16 May

Social Steps Ballroom Dance And Social Club

ABOUT US We are a small group of social Ballroom, Latin American and Sequence dancers who meet every Thursday... See more >

Ramsden Bellhouse Village Hall, Church Road, Ramsden Bellhouse, Billericay CM11 1RH

Today, Thu 25 Apr, and more dates until Thu 6 Jun

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Essex

Diesel Day

Unlimited rides on a diesel train. Large model railway layout. Working signal box, Travelling Post Office carriages,..... See more >

Colne Valley Railway, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham CO9 3DZ

Sun 21 Apr, Sun 28 Apr, and more dates until Sat 1 Jun

FREE taster session with the Leigh-on-Sea/Southend Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The Leigh on Sea Rock Choir is led..... See more >

Leigh on Sea Community Centre, 71 - 73 Elm Road, Leigh on Sea SS9 1SP

Mon 22 Apr, Mon 29 Apr, and more dates until Mon 17 Jun

Keep Fit. Exercise Movement and Dance for 50+

A dance fitness class for 0ver 50s. Improve flexibility, strength, balance, co-ordination etc etc. Work to your own..... See more >

St Laurence Church Hall RM14 2AJ

Wed 24 Apr, Wed 1 May, and more dates until Wed 12 Jun

FREE taster session with the Brentwood Rock Choir

Are you looking to find a choir? The Brentwood Rock Choir is led by singer/pianist Chris Burgess. We support a..... See more >

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

Thu 25 Apr, Thu 2 May, and more dates until Thu 20 Jun

Saturday Social Ballroom/Latin/Sequence Dance

CM13 3TP - Saturday Social Ballroom Dance with mix of Latin, Ballroom and Sequence tracks played on strict tempo cd... See more >

West Horndon Village Hall,cnr of Station Road and Thorndon Avenue,West Horndon CM13 3TP

Sat 27 Apr, Sat 25 May

FREE taster session with the Saffron Walden Rock Choir

Are you looking to learn to sing? The local Saffron Walden choir is run by vocal teacher Sam Herbert... See more >

Saffron Walden County High School, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden CB11 4UH

Tue 30 Apr, Tue 7 May, Tue 11 Jun, Tue 25 Jun

FREE taster session with the Harlow Rock Choir

Are you looking to find a choir? Your local Harlow choir is run by vocal teacher Sally Creedon. You may know about..... See more >

Saint Nicholas School, Hobbs Cross Road, Harlow CM17 0NJ

Tue 30 Apr, Tue 14 May, and more dates until Tue 25 Jun

FREE taster session with the Braintree Rock Choir

If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!... See more >

Marks Farm Community Centre, Dunstable Drive, Braintree CM7 3LT

Tue 30 Apr, Tue 7 May, and more dates until Tue 18 Jun

Join our choir in Great Dunmow for a FREE taster session

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! The Great Dunmow Rock Choir is led by local vocal tutor..... See more >

Foakes Hall, Foakes House, 47 Stortford Road, Great Dunmow CM6 1DG

Tue 30 Apr, Tue 7 May, Tue 14 May, Tue 4 Jun, Tue 25 Jun

FREE taster session with the Wickford Rock Choir

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

The Bromfords School, Grange Avenue, Wickford SS12 0LZ

Tue 30 Apr, Tue 14 May, and more dates until Tue 25 Jun

Stamp Club Meeting (Benfleet)

Iceland Part 2 (D.J. Church). Meeting of Benfleet & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... See more >

Jubilee Hall, St Barnabas Church, Church Road, Hadleigh, Benfleet SS7 2EJ

Wed 1 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Clacton)

Stamp Auction. Meeting of Clacton Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription payable for..... See more >

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

Wed 1 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Goodmayes)

Details and date/time of this meeting were not available at the time of writing. Please contact society before..... See more >

Methodist Church Hall, Percy Road, Goodmayes, IG3 8UA

Wed 1 May, Wed 5 Jun

Colchester United Comedy Club

Join us at the Jobserve Community Stadium for our Monthly Comedy Night. As spring prepares to launch into summer,..... See more >

Jobserve Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester CO4 5UP

Thu 2 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Witham)

The Ross Dependency (C. Evans). Meeting of Witham Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription..... See more >

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

Thu 2 May

Sherlock Holmes Strikes Back

Don't Go Into the Cellar! Award-winning actor Jonathan Goodwin returns as super sleuth Sherlock Holmes... See more >

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

Thu 2 May

Anglian Potters Exhibition

An exhibition showcasing the best in East Anglian ceramics from domestic ware to studio pottery and sculpture... See more >

RHS Garden Hyde Hall Creephedge Lane, Rettendon CM3 8RA

Fri 3 May to Mon 6 May

Headgate Unplugged

Headgate Unplugged brings the best local artists to the forefront, in our intimate and personal performance stage, to... See more >

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

Fri 3 May

Spring Craft Fair

Pick up unique handcrafted items for your home and garden at this four-day craft fair showcasing around 60 artists,... See more >

RHS Garden Hyde Hall Creephedge Lane, Rettendon CM3 8ET

Fri 3 May to Mon 6 May

Richard Townend and the Mighty Bosscats in concert

Guitarist Richard Townend has in the past played for such international superstars as Tony Christie and The Platters... See more >

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

Sat 4 May

Chelmsford Singers Spring Concert: Mozart and Mendelssohn

Ably conducted by James Davy, the Singers return to the classical canon with a performance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s... See more >

St Luke’s Church, Church Rd, Tiptree, Colchester CO5 0SU

Sat 4 May

Bank Holiday Market & Artisan Craft Fair

Crafty Cow Markets is excited to announce we are back in Upminster this May bank holiday weekend. A Market & Artisan..... See more >

St Laurence Church Hall, Corbets Tey Road RM14 2BB

Sat 4 May

Great Chesterford Antiques Fair

A warm and welcoming Antiques and Vintage Fair, new to Great Chesterford close to the historic Audley End House and... See more >

The Chesterfords Community Centre Recreation Ground, Newmarket Road Great Chesterford Saffron Walden CB10 1NS

Sun 5 May

The Mount - Open Garden for NGS

The garden is set in a total of eight acres. Three acres of formal gardens and five acres woodland planted in 2003... See more >

The Mount, Harlow CM19 5HT

Sun 5 May, Sun 23 Jun

Live Steam Open Day (Ride on Railway)

Ilford & West Essex Model Railway Club is holding it’s usual monthly open day with train rides (sometimes steam) for... See more >

Ilford & West Essex MRC premises adjacent to the north side of Chadwell Heath TFL Rail station RM6 4BU

Sun 5 May

Steam Day

Unlimited rides on a steam train. Large model railway layout. Working signal box, Travelling Post Office carriages,..... See more >

Colne Valley Railway, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham CO9 3DZ

Sun 5 May, Mon 6 May, Sun 26 May

FREE taster session with the Epping Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The local Epping choir is run by..... See more >

Epping United Reformed Church, 11 Lindsey Street, Epping CM16 6RB

Mon 6 May

Furzelea - Open Garden for NGS

Country garden of just under an acre designed, planted and maintained over time to showcase the seasons with colour,... See more >

Furzelea, Danbury CM3 4JR

Mon 6 May, Sun 2 Jun

Educating Rita

Follow the journey of Rita, a working-class hairdresser, as she enrols in an Open University course, challenging... See more >

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

Tue 7 May to Sat 11 May

FREE taster session with the Colchester Rock Choir

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

Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester CO1 1PT

Wed 8 May, Wed 15 May, and more dates until Wed 3 Jul

FREE taster session with the Chelmsford Rock Choir

Are you looking to find a choir? The Chelmsford Rock Choir is led by vocal coach Hollie Heard. The choir is for all..... See more >

Beaulieu Community Centre, Beaulieu Square, Centenary Way, Chelmsford CM1 6AU

Thu 9 May, Thu 16 May, and more dates until Thu 4 Jul

Nuclear Rush Weekend Rookies

Nuclear Rookies are fun, pumped-up muddy obstacle courses for 4-14 year old kids of any fitness level Rookies can... See more >

Ongar Road, Brentwood, Essex CM15 0LA

Sat 11 May and Sun 12 May

Nuclear Rush Weekend

Choose from multi award winning 7km or 12km course distances over obstacle-loaded, muddy farmland set in the heart of... See more >

Ongar Road, Brentwood, Essex CM15 0LA

Sat 11 May

Billericay Horticultural Society PLANT SALE

Various Plants for sale See more >

The Reading Rooms Billericay High Street CM11 2DA

Sat 11 May

Cannock Mill Cohousing Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

With an emphasis on biodiversity, our two acre sloping site inc both wild and cultivated areas, some private but mostly... See more >

Cannock Mill Cohousing Gardens, Colchester CO2 8AA

Sun 12 May

Connaught House - Open Garden for NGS

A small coastal garden facing the North Sea in Holland on Sea, Essex. This is a private and secluded garden with..... See more >

Connaught House, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 5TU

Sun 12 May

The Quirky Wedding Fayre at Battleswick Farm

Join us this May at the stunning Battleswick Farm! The Quirky Wedding Fayre brings together the most unique wedding..... See more >

Battleswick Farm, Rowhedge Rd, Rowhedge, Colchester CO5 7JP

Sun 12 May

Headgate Studio Sessions - 5th August 1986

The second in our occasional season of Studio sessions is '5th August 1986 a development performance of a new... See more >

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

Sun 12 May

Walk for Life 2024

Join the Farleigh Hospice Walk for Life and help raise vital funds for hospice care in mid Essex. This..... See more >

Teledyne E2V Chelmsford, 106 Waterhouse Lane, Chelmsford CM1 2QU

Sun 12 May

9 Gainsford Avenue - Open Garden for NGS

A compact sun trap garden situated in the residential area of Gainsford Avenue. This 1950's semi-detached..... See more >

9 Gainsford Avenue, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 5AT

Sun 12 May

Nuclear Races Challenge Cup

A fair, competitive wave at Nuclear Rush. This additional event is exclusive to the first wave of the day... See more >

Ongar Road, Brentwood, Essex CM15 0LA

Sun 12 May

Nuclear Oblivion Extreme

Oblivion EXtreme 2024, has potential for 60K with 350+ obstacles, minimum 3 laps to complete the classic Nuclear... See more >

Ongar Road, Brentwood. Essex CM15 0LA

Sun 12 May

Blake Hall - Open Garden for NGS

25 acres of mature gardens within the historic setting of Blake Hall (not open). Arboretum with broad variety of..... See more >

Blake Hall, Bobbingworth CM5 0DG

Sun 12 May

Nuclear Fit

Nuclear Fit is a new, high energy and exciting outdoor fitness race. Competitors start with a 1km trail run..... See more >

Event Village, Ongar Road, Brentwood, Essex CM15 0LA

Sun 12 May

FREE taster session with the Epping Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The Epping Rock Choir is led by..... See more >

Epping Hall, St Johns Road, Epping CM16 5JU

Mon 13 May, Mon 20 May, and more dates until Mon 24 Jun

Stamp Club Meeting (Rayleigh)

13May: Mac Nunn Entertains; 10Jun: Mick Carter displays PAIForce; 24Jun: An Evening with Mike Kentzer and Terry Wagg;... See more >

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

Mon 13 May, Mon 10 Jun, Mon 24 Jun, Mon 8 Jul

Stamp Club Meeting (Epping Forest)

Annual General Meeting, Competition and Bring & Buy.. Meeting of Epping Forest & District Philatelic Society... See more >

Main Hall, Roding Valley High School, Alderton Hill (entry from Brook Road), Loughton, IG10 3JA

Tue 14 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Chelmsford)

14May24: John Copeland displays Postcards: Postal Regulations and Rates; 28May24: Alan Moorcroft displays Aspects of... See more >

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

Tue 14 May, Tue 28 May, Tue 11 Jun, Tue 25 Jun

Who Framed The Easter Bunny? - An Interactive Family Adventure

Rayleigh Operatic and Dramatic Society (RODS) present an interactive family adventure ‘Who Framed the Easter Bunny?... See more >

The Mill Arts & Events Centre, Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh SS6 7ED

Thu 16 May to Sat 18 May

Music in May

Platform Musicals celebrates it's 30th anniversary with a special show featuring highlights from a range of their... See more >

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

Fri 17 May and Sat 18 May

Haven House Sparkle Walk

Grab your friends and family and walk 10k for your local children's hospice. Every step you make will help care..... See more >

The White House High Road Woodford Green IG8 9LB

Fri 17 May

Miniature Steam Gala

Unlimited rides on a diesel train. Large model railway layout. Working signal box, Travelling Post Office carriages,..... See more >

Colne Valley Railway, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham CO9 3DZ

Sat 18 May

Elvis Legacy Tribute Night

Ladies and Gentlemen, Elvis is in the building! Mark Summers makes his long awaited return to the Jobserve Community..... See more >

Jobserve Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester CO4 5UP

Sat 18 May

Vulcan Twilight Taxi Run 2024

Join us as the sun sets at London Southend Airport on Saturday 18 May for our Vulcan Twilight Taxi-Run... See more >

London Southend Airport, Southend-on-Sea, Essex SS2 6YF

Sat 18 May

Premium

Plant Bring And Buy Sale Hosted by Epping Horticultural society

Come along and bring a plant and swap it for another. This is a lovely community event. A chance to meet like minded..... See more >

Market garden terrace Epping in bloom community garden Epping (rear of M&S) CM16 4BL

Sat 18 May

Clavering Friends of St. Clare Hospice - Spring Fayre 18th May 2024

The Spring Fayre is held in aid of St. Clare Hospice, Hastingwood. Items for sale include toys, books, CDs, jewellery,..... See more >

Clavering Village Hall, Hill Green, Clavering, Saffron Walden CB11 4QS

Sat 18 May

Longyard Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

Longyard Cottage is an interesting ¾ of an acre garden situated within yards of an SSSI site, a C11 church, a myriad of... See more >

Longyard Cottage, Waltham Abbey EN9 2DA

Sun 19 May

May Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

A quintessential English country garden divided into separate areas with three ponds, a stream and a small waterfall... See more >

May Cottage, Frinton-on-Sea CO13 0DU

Sun 19 May

Miniature Steam Gala

Unlimited rides on a steam train. Large model railway layout. Working signal box, Travelling Post Office carriages,..... See more >

Colne Valley Railway, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham CO9 3DZ

Sun 19 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Frinton)

20May2024: David Leathart displays GB Specimens; 3Jun2024: Display by members of Chelmsford P.S.; 17Jun2024: Auction..... See more >

Room 5, Frinton Community Centre, Soken House, The Triangle, Frinton-on-Sea CO13 0AU

Mon 20 May, Mon 3 Jun, Mon 17 Jun, Mon 8 Jul

Guided Tour of Valentines Mansion

Join us for a guided tour of Valentines Mansion and delve into over 320 years of fascinating history. Followed by tea..... See more >

Valentines Mansion & Gardens, Emerson Road, Ilford IG1 4XA

Mon 20 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Basildon)

Me and My Collections (S. Alpe). Meeting of Basildon Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription..... See more >

The Place (Pitsea Leisure Centre), Northlands Pavement, Pitsea SS13 3DU

Tue 21 May

St Osyth Priory - Open Garden for NGS

The St Osyth Priory Estate can trace its history back almost 1,400 years. It is recognised as a Registered Park and..... See more >

St Osyth Priory, Clacton-on-Sea CO16 8GW

Wed 22 May

Macbeth

Macbeth! Beware Macduff. In this modern-day production, Duncan, his cronies, Macbeth, and his political ambition are..... See more >

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

Wed 22 May to Sat 25 May

Oak Farm - Open Garden for NGS

Informal farmhouse garden of about an acre on an exposed site. Garden designed to make most of stunning views across..... See more >

Oak Farm, Colchester CO6 2AH

Thu 23 May, Sun 9 Jun, Wed 10 Jul

HST Day

Unlimited rides on our InterCity 125 HST. Large model railway layout. Working signal box, Travelling Post Office..... See more >

Colne Valley Railway, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham CO9 3DZ

Sat 25 May

Coggeshall Art Group Annual Exhibition

Exhibition of works in a wide variety of styles and media by local artists. All available to buy, or just to enjoy... See more >

Coggeshall Village Hall Keys Room, 23, Stoneham Street CO6 1UH

Sat 25 May to Mon 27 May

Chippins - Open Garden for NGS

Artists and plantaholics paradise packed with interest. Hostas, iris and Astrantia in spring. Stream and wildlife pond..... See more >

Chippins, Bradfield CO11 2UZ

Sun 26 May, Sun 30 Jun

Bassetts - Open Garden for NGS

A two acre garden, tennis court, swimming pool surrounding an early C17 house (not open)with plants for year-round... See more >

Bassetts, Chelmsford CM3 4BZ

Sun 26 May

Laurel Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

A romantic, quintessential cottage garden. Features intimate pathways meandering through borders with an abundance of..... See more >

Laurel Cottage, Manuden CM23 1DS

Sun 26 May

The Gates - Open Garden for NGS

A horticultural project that offers local citizens, inc vulnerable adults, an opportunity to develop new skills within... See more >

The Gates, Brentwood CM14 4QW

Sun 26 May

Steam Day

Unlimited rides on a steam train. Large model railway layout. Working signal box, Travelling Post Office carriages,..... See more >

Colne Valley Railway, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham CO9 3DZ

Mon 27 May, Wed 29 May, Sun 2 Jun

Just Get Over It May Half Term

Ditch the screens for 90 minutes of obstacle #lovemud fun See more >

Parsonage Farm Ongar Road Brentwood CM15 0LA

Tue 28 May, Thu 30 May

Deep Blue Sea - a play by Terence Rattigan

This is a gripping drama of love, betrayal, and rejection. When Hester Collyer is found by her neighbours in the..... See more >

Theydon Bois Village Hall Coppice Row Theydon Bois CM16 7ER

Thu 30 May, Sat 1 Jun

Frozen Jr

Donovan's Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts Warm your hearts with Frozen JR.! This spectacular 60 minute..... See more >

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

Fri 31 May and Sat 1 Jun

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!