Details of this meeting were not available at the time of writing. Please contact society before travelling. Meeting of Harlow Philatelic Society... more >

Maidmoore Room, Great Parndon Centre, Abercrombie Way, Harlow, CM18 6YJ

Thu 24 Apr, Thu 8 May, Thu 22 May, Thu 12 Jun

Stamp Club Meeting (Witham)

London 1980 International Stamp Exhibition (Colin Evans). Meeting of Witham Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more >

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

Thu 1 May

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Essex

Join our choir in Brentwood for a FREE taster session

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! Your friendly local Brentwood choir is run by choir leader Nicola Cain... more >

St Helen’s Catholic Junior School Academy, Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood CM15 9BY

Thu 1 May, Thu 8 May, and more dates until Thu 26 Jun

Musik In The Park

Musik in the park returns bigger and better for 2025. We have added two more arenas. Day 1 - Saturday - Over 18's only Main stage Big Top..... more >

Old Heath Recreation Ground, Old Heath Road CO1 2ER

Sat 3 May and Sun 4 May

Purple Feather Events MBS Fair Weeley

A brilliant day out with lovely people. Plenty of stalls with a variety of products to treat yourself... more >

Weeley Village Hall, Clacton rd, Weeley. CO16 9LW

Sat 3 May

The Quirky Wedding Fayre ay Marygreen Manor

Alternative wedding fairs for rule-breakers & rebels! Ready to shake up wedding planning? Welcome to The Quirky Wedding Fayre, the ultimate..... more >

Marygreen Manor Hotel, London Road Brentwood CM14 4NR

Sun 4 May

Rutter & Chilcott: A Birthday Celebration

John Rutter and Bob Chilcott are towering figureheads of British choral music. Their sacred music, carols, part songs, and arrangements are adored by..... more >

Saffron Hall Audley End Road Saffron Walden CB11 4UH

Sun 4 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Clacton)

Display on Queensland (Bob Hider). Meeting of Clacton Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription payable for continued..... more >

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

Wed 7 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Benfleet)

Things I like GB/CW (Ray Barton). Meeting of Benfleet & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more >

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

Wed 7 May

Tony Stockwell, psychic medium

The popular star of TV's 6ixth Sense, Street Psychic, Psychic Private Eye and Psychic Academy. TONY STOCKWELL demonstrates his belief that..... more >

Towngate Theatre, St Martin’s Square, Basildon SS14 1DL

Wed 7 May

Debden 80th VE day Celebrations & Beacon Lighting

Beacon lighting event to Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VE day. Remembrance ceremony by Debden branch of the Royal British Legion... more >

Debden Recreation Ground, Mill Road, Debden, Saffron Walden. CB11 3LB

Thu 8 May

Walk Right Back

After phenomenal sell out tours, Walk Right Back is... BACK! From the Producers of That'll Be The Day, the show tells the story of the most..... more >

Towngate Theatre, Basildon SS14 1DL

Thu 8 May

Bobby Davro – Everything is Funny if you can Laugh at it

BOBBY DAVRO – EVERYTHING IS FUNNY IF YOU CAN LAUGH AT IT Following a series of sell-out shows at The Edinburgh Fringe Festival, last summer,... more >

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

Fri 9 May

Dawn Chorus guided walk at Rainham Marshes

To mark International Dawn Chorus Day join us on this exclusive guided walk around Rainham Marshes to experience the early morning magic of the... more >

Rainham Marshes nature reserve, New Tank Hill Road, Purfleet-on-Thames RM19 1SZ

Fri 9 May

Nuclear Rush Weekend

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

Ongar Road, Brentwood, Essex CM15 0LA

Sat 10 May and Sun 11 May

Concert : The Paul Simon Story

Concert : The Paul Simon Story The hugely popular folk-rock band ‘Shades of Simon’ will be bringing their highly’ acclaimed theatre style show ‘the... more >

The Brentwood Theatre, 15 Shenfield Road, Brentwood. CM15 8AG

Sat 10 May

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 test their skills on a specially... more >

Ongar Road, Brentwood, Essex CM15 0LA

Sat 10 May and Sun 11 May

British Champs Obstacle Racce

12K+ BRITISH OCR CHAMPIONSHIPS The British 12K+ Championship will be chip timed This event uses the 12K Rush course with an additional route and... more >

Ongar Road, Brentwood, Essex CM15 0LA

Sat 10 May

80's Live

You’ve made it through the wilderness, somehow, you’ve made it through and now we’re never gonna give you up!... more >

Towngate Theatre, Basildon, St. Martins Square, SS14 1DL

Sat 10 May

Nuclear Fit

Nuclear Fit is a high energy and exciting outdoor fitness race. Competitors start with a 1km trail run alternating with one unique functional..... more >

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

Sun 11 May

Nuclear Oblivion Extreme

Oblivion EXtreme 2025, has potential for 60K with 350+ obstacles, minimum 3 laps to complete the classic Nuclear EXtreme event... more >

Ongar Road, Brentwood. Essex CM15 0LA

Sun 11 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Rayleigh)

An Evening with Mac Nunn. Meeting of Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription payable for continued..... more >

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

Mon 12 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Chelmsford)

Saar German Hyperinflation and Soldaten-brief labels (Maggie Thompson). Meeting of Chelmsford & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more >

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

Tue 13 May

Evening Of Clairvoyance / Psychic Night In Essex / Brentwood Event

Psychic Night In Everyone Active, Brentwood, Essex. Phone Call To Heaven - The Essex Spiritual Centre... more >

Everyone Active, King Georges Playing Fields, Brentwood CM13 2FD

Thu 15 May

Concert : The Paul Simon Story

Concert : The Paul Simon Story The hugely popular folk-rock band ‘Shades of Simon’ will be bringing their highly’ acclaimed theatre style show ‘the... more >

The Electric Palace, King’s Quay Street, Harwich, Essex. CO12 3ER

Thu 15 May

Tina: What's Love Got To Do With It?

After a fantastic sell out debut tour across the UK, Tina Turner fans will have the time of their lives as What’s Love Got To Do With It?... more >

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

Fri 16 May

Coldplace: The World’s Leading Coldplay Tribute

Coldplace – The World’s Leading Tribute to Coldplay is a stunning live concert performance, celebrating the music of one of the most successful bands... more >

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

Fri 16 May

Not so Dawn Chorus guided walk at Rainham Marshes

To mark International Dawn Chorus Day join us on this exclusive guided walk around Rainham Marshes to experience the early morning magic of the... more >

Rainham Marshes nature reserve, New Tank Hill Road, Purfleet-on-Thames RM19 1SZ

Sat 17 May

Man in The Mirror

Join us for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP. This is the “Man in the Mirror” – The brand new..... more >

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

Sat 17 May

Back to the 80s Disco - Witham

Back to the 80’s Disco – Witham Get ready to step back in time for an unforgettable Back to the 80’s Disco at Witham Town Football Club!... more >

Spa Road CM8 1UN

Sat 17 May

Vulcan Twilight Taxi Run 2025

Join us as the sun sets at London Southend Airport on Saturday 17 May for our 2025 Vulcan Twilight Taxi-Run... more >

Hangar 6 South Road, London Southend Airport, Southend-on-Sea SS2 6YU

Sat 17 May

Premium

Fashion Show & Pop Up Shop in aid of Remus Horse Sanctuary

Following the success of last year's event, Remus Horse Sanctuary will be holding another Fashion Show at Stock Village Hall CM4 9NF on... more >

Stock Village Hall, Stock Road, Stock, Chelmsford, Essex, England, , United Kingdom Stock Road CM4 9NF

Sat 17 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Frinton)

Visit from Ipswich Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription payable for continued participation... more >

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

Mon 19 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Basildon)

To be advised. Meeting of Basildon Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription plus £1 attendance fee payable for continued..... more >

George Hurd Centre, Audley Way, Basildon SS14 2FL

Tue 20 May, Mon 2 Jun, Tue 17 Jun, Mon 7 Jul

The Comedy Store

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 >

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

Fri 23 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Colchester)

Subject to be advised (2pm). Meeting of Colchester & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more >

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

Fri 23 May, Fri 18 Jul

Rhod Gilbert & The Giant Grapefruit

When life gives Rhod lemons… In his last show ‘The Book of John’, Rhod was dealing with some pretty pungent life citrus, and an idiot called John... more >

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

Sat 24 May

Ultimate Swift & Styles

Get ready for a show like no other with The Ultimate SWIFT & STYLES Tribute Experience! Prepare for an unforgettable event, dedicated to, and..... more >

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

Sun 25 May

Stamp Club Meeting (Chelmsford)

Ethiopia (Terry Stenning). Meeting of Chelmsford & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription payable for continued..... more >

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

Tue 27 May

Concert : The Paul Simon Story

Concert : The Paul Simon Story The hugely popular folk-rock band ‘Shades of Simon’ will be bringing their highly’ acclaimed theatre style show ‘the... more >

The Village Hall, Hatfield Peverel. CM3 2HP

Sat 31 May

JUICY NIGHTS presents San Antonio Sessions

IBIZA is coming to Colchester! The legendary Judge Jules headlines an unmissable night of club anthems from the party island... more >

Charter Hall Cowdray Avenue Colchester CO1 1YH

Sat 31 May

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!