WRITTLE GARDENS OPEN DAY - Sunday 16th June 2024 15 Village Gardens open 12.00 to 5.00 pm Official opening at 12:00 noon on Writtle Green by Lord..... more >

Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3EN

Sun 16 Jun 24

Walnut Tree Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

A traditional cottage garden framed by wonderful views over the Essex countryside and planted with well-stocked flower borders and lawns that slope... more >

Walnut Tree Cottage, Dunmow CM6 3LX

Sun 16 Jun 24

Visit the Vulcan on Fathers' Day

Treat Dad to a great time out at Visit the Vulcan on Fathers' Day. He can get a close-up look at Vulcan XL426 in its hangar and for an..... more >

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

Sun 16 Jun 24

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Essex

Spa Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

Nestled next to farmland in rural Essex, the main garden is split into three areas, a haven for wildflowers around a small orchard of apple and plum... more >

Spa Cottage, Saffron Walden CB11 4SJ

Sun 16 Jun 24

Sheepcote Green House - Open Garden for NGS

An atmospheric old country garden, set in the three acre grounds of a former farmhouse, undergoing a gentle reawakening by the current owners with... more >

Sheepcote Green House, Saffron Walden CB11 4SJ

Sun 16 Jun 24

Band in Halstead Public Gardens - Essex Police Band

Free event organised by Halstead Town Council. Essex Police Band 14:00 - 16:00 more >

Halstead Public Gardens Trinity Street Halstead CO9 1JE

Sun 16 Jun 24

The Garden Studio - Open Garden for NGS

This beautiful south facing town garden has evolved over the years from family garden to studio garden... more >

The Garden Studio, Colchester CO2 7HS

Sat 15 Jun 24

30 Queens Road - Open Garden for NGS

A medium sized family garden with seperate zones. The front of the garden is a space for children to play... more >

30 Queens Road, Rayleigh SS6 8JX

Sat 15 Jun 24

Ongar Art Society Summer Exhibition

The Ongar Art Society Summer Exhibition is an annual popular event, which over the years has been enjoyed by thousands of visitors... more >

Budworth Hall, High Street, Chipping Ongar, Ongar CM5 9JG

Sat 15 Jun 24

Harlow,Essex 35s to 60s+ Party for Singles & Couples - Friday 14 June

HARLOW, Essex 35s to 60s Plus Party for Singles & Couples - Friday 14 June Join us for a fabulous party at Canons Brook Golf Club in HARLOW,... more >

Canons Brook Golf Club, Elizabeth Way, Harlow CM19 5BE

Fri 14 Jun 24

Bublé Meets Sinatra: The Showdown! - Charter Hall, Colchester

“At times I thought it was me” says Michael Bublé “A must-see” says Sinatra family’s Europe Rep. This electrifying show has it all - all their..... more >

Charter Hall, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester CO1 1YH

Fri 14 Jun 24

Old Timbers - Open Garden for NGS

The white shingled spire of St Marys church, provides historic atmosphere to this weatherboarded house and large walled garden... more >

Old Timbers, Maldon CM9 5HW

Fri 14 Jun 24

Billy Fury meets Elvis

A night of rock and roll featuring tributes to Billy Fury and Elvis Presley. Alan Wilcox will be doing his fantastic tribute to Billy Fury bringing..... more >

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

Fri 14 Jun 24

Loughton Astronomical Society

LAS Eclipse Chasing Members: Eclipse Trip reports - USA 2024. The Loughton Astronomical Society is the home of all things astronomical in West Essex... more >

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

Thu 13 Jun 24

Summer Solstice Stride

Summer Solstice Stride 2022 This year's Summer Solstice Stride will be taking place on Thursday 13 June. Come and join us to walk into summer... more >

ARU, Lord Ashcroft Building, Bishop Hall Ln, Chelmsford CM1 1SQ

Thu 13 Jun 24

FREE taster session with the Brentwood Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The Brentwood Rock Choir is led by vocal teacher Chris Burgess... more >

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

Thu 13 Jun 24

More Rock Choirs

Ken Ludwig's Leading Ladies

Written in 2004, but set in1952, this hilarious comedy features two English Shakespearean actors so down on their luck that they are performing... more >

The Little Theatre, Methodist Church, The Drive, Harold Wood RM3 0DU

Wed 12 Jun 24

Musical Theatre Showcase

First year level 3 musical theatre students from Colchester Institute perform their end of year showcase... more >

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

Wed 12 Jun 24

Photography as an Art Form: From Negative to Positive

Photography as an Art Form: From Negative to Positive: Photography’s Long Road to Recognition Brian Stater - Tuesday 11 June 2024 John Ruskin, the... more >

New Windmill Hall Upminster Essex RM12 6LX

Tue 11 Jun 24

Join our choir in Harlow for a FREE taster session

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

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

Tue 11 Jun 24

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Braintree Rock Choir

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 >

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

Tue 11 Jun 24

More Rock Choirs

Saling Hall - Open Garden for NGS

Opened for NGS by Hugh and Judy Johnson until 2011, and now undergoing an ambitious programme of works by new owners... more >

Saling Hall, Braintree CM7 5DT

Sun 9 Jun 24

Over Hall - Open Garden for NGS

A large country house garden surrounding a Georgian House (not open) with sloping gardens down to a large pond and extended countryside views across... more >

Over Hall, Colchester CO6 2HW

Sun 9 Jun 24

Silver Birches - Open Garden for NGS

The garden boasts three lawns on the two levels. This surprisingly secluded garden has many mixed borders packed with colour... more >

Silver Birches, Waltham Abbey EN9 1LG

Sun 9 Jun 24

Essex Retro Football & Cricket Show

The inaugural Essex Retro Football & Cricket Show will take place at the Cloud County Ground in Chelmsford on Sunday 9th June... more >

Essex Cricket Pavilion, The Cloud County Ground, New Writtle Street, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 0PG

Sun 9 Jun 24

Houchins Summer Garden Party

Houchins, a luxury wedding venue nestled in the heart of Essex, is thrilled to be celebrating its 10th anniversary... more >

Houchins Wedding Venue, Coggeshall CO6IRT

Sun 9 Jun 24

Diesel Day

Unlimited rides on a diesel train. Large model railway layout. Working signal box, Travelling Post Office carriages, shop and large free car park... more >

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

Sun 9 Jun 24

Market & Artisan Craft Fair

Crafty Cow Markets are excited to announce our 3rd event at the Chantry Centre coming this June. With new & different stalls every month to keep..... more >

Chantry Centre, Chantry Way, Billericay CM11 2AP

Sat 8 Jun 24

Fairwinds - Open Garden for NGS

Gravelled front garden and three differently styled back garden spaces with planting changes every year. Established wildflower meadow in main lawn... more >

Fairwinds, Chigwell Row IG7 6JJ

Sat 8 Jun 24

Simply Ballroom Dance Club

Ballroom, Latin American and Popular Sequence Dancing. Social dancing, superb music and a warm and friendly atmosphere... more >

Writtle Christian Centre, Church Lane, Writtle, Chelmsford CM1 3EN

Sat 8 Jun 24

Upminster Windmill Fathers Day Craft Market

Over 10 stalls selling craft during the Upminster Windmill Open Day more >

89 St Mary’s Lane Upminster RM14 2QL

Sat 8 Jun 24

Thatched Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

A thatched cottage garden with many varieties of old and David Austin roses interplanted with a wide range of perennials... more >

Thatched Cottage, Colchester CO7 7DJ

Sat 8 Jun 24

Concert : The Paul Simon Story

THE PAUL SIMON STORY The UK's no.1 Paul Simon tribute band “Shades of Simon” will be bringing their highly acclaimed 2 hour theatre style..... more >

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

Sat 8 Jun 24

D-Day 80 years remembering local people

D-Day 80 years Remembering Local People Real stories from local people about their wartime experiences... more >

All Saints Church, London Road, Vange, Basildon SS16 4PX

Sat 8 Jun 24

Allways - Open Garden for NGS

A cottage style garden of a grade two listed 1930's home. A mature wisteria greets visitors on the front of the cottage... more >

Allways, Rochford SS4 1NP

Sat 8 Jun 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Epping Forest)

Auction). Meeting of Epping Forest & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription payable for continued..... more >

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

Sat 8 Jun 24

Michael Jackson Tribute Night

The ever popular Navi returns to the Jobserve Community stadium with his exciting Michael Jackson Tribute Act... more >

Jobserve Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester CO4 5UP

Fri 7 Jun 24

BASILDON, Essex 35s-60s+ Party for Singles & Couples - Friday 7 June

Welcome to the Basildon Essex 35s to 60s Plus Party for Singles & Couples happening on Friday 7 June at Ye Olde Plough House Hotel, Brentwood Road,... more >

Ye Olde Plough House Hotel, Brentwood Road (A128), Bulphan, nr Basildon RM14 3SR

Fri 7 Jun 24

Simply Ballroom Dance Club

Ballroom, Latina American and some Popular Sequence Dancing. A warm and friendly atmosphere. All ages and abilities welcome... more >

Writtle Christian Centre, Church Lane, Writtle, Chelmsford CM1 3EN

Fri 7 Jun 24

Let there be light

Let there be light – Clacton-on-Sea care home invites local community to honour D-Day A Clacton-on-Sea care home is opening its doors to the... more >

Haven Lodge Care Home Reckitts Close, Holland Road, Clacton-On-Sea CO15 6HB

Thu 6 Jun 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Witham)

Australian States II (D. Gottesmann). Meeting of Witham Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription payable for continued..... more >

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

Thu 6 Jun 24

Colchester United Comedy Club

Our June Comedy Night promises to be an evening of laughter and fun! With David Ward as compere, we open the evening's festivities with Josh..... more >

Jobserve Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester CO4 5UP

Thu 6 Jun 24

Loughton Astronomical Society

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..... more >

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

Thu 6 Jun 24

Rachel Hill

Rachel Hill is a folk-inspired singer-songwriter whose effortless vocals have been described as ‘gorgeous, commanding and enchanting’ (Indie Top... more >

Chelmsford Studio Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford CM1 1JG

Wed 5 Jun 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Benfleet)

German Occupation of the Channel Islands (A.N. Moorcroft). Meeting of Benfleet & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more >

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

Wed 5 Jun 24

Fur Coat and No Knickers

The Rejects return to The Headgate Theatre after their recent successes with ‘Abigail’s Party’, ‘Boeing Boeing’, ‘Little Voice’, and ‘Bouncers’... more >

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

Wed 5 Jun 24

Growing For Showing

You’ve got the fruit and vegetables, now all you have to do is convince the judges… This talk will tell you how to go about presenting your produce... more >

Pelly Court Hemnall Street Epping Essex CM16 4NA

Wed 5 Jun 24

8 Dene Court - Open Garden for NGS

Beautifully maintained and designed as a compact garden. Owner is well-known RHS gold medal-winning exhibitor (now retired)... more >

8 Dene Court, Chelmsford CM1 2JQ

Wed 5 Jun 24

FREE taster session with the Colchester Rock Choir

Do you want to join a choir near you? The Colchester Rock Choir is led by local singing teacher Hollie Heard... more >

Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester CO1 1PT

Wed 5 Jun 24

More Rock Choirs

Stamp Club Meeting (Clacton)

South Australia (R. 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 5 Jun 24

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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!