The winter elves have visited the Ironworks and hidden some wintery clues. Follow our story trail to discover wintery stories, chilly characters and..... more >

The Ironworks, 90 High Street, Southend SS1 1JN

Mon 29 Jan 24

Green Island - Open Garden for NGS

A garden for all seasons, highlights inc bluebells, azaleas, autumn colour, winter Hamamelis and snowdrops. A plantsman's paradise... more >

Green Island, Ardleigh CO7 7SP

Sun 28 Jan 24

Colchester Chamber Choir: By the waters of Babylon - Candlelit Concert

A concert by candlelight of sacred choral music by Schütz, Schein and Bouzignac with period instruments – sackbutts, theorbo, bass violin and... more >

St Peter ad Vincula Coggeshall CO6 1UD

Sat 27 Jan 24

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Essex

Chelmsford Singers Concert January 2024 Holocaust Memorial Day

Chelmsford Singers would like to announce a special concert for Saturday, January 27th 2024 at Christchurch URC Chelmsford, 164 New London Rd,... more >

Christchurch URC Chelmsford, 164 New London Rd, Chelmsford CM2 0AW

Sat 27 Jan 24

Explore the Beauty of the UK with Our Group Tour!

Historical Wonders: Step back in time as we visit renowned historical sites such as the Tower of London, Windsor Castle, and the Roman... more >

10 Gravenchon Way CH2 W

Thu 25 Jan 24

That'll Be The Day

That’ll Be The Day will be rocking ‘n’ rolling across the UK this spring as the legendary show continues on its tour, completing its 38th year on the... more >

Chelmsford Theatre, Fairfield Rd, Chelmsford CM1 1JG

Thu 25 Jan 24

18th International Conference on Alzheimer's disease and Dementia

The 18th International Conference on Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia, scheduled for January 25-26, 2024 in Paris, France, is a significant... more >

Paris, France EH1

Thu 25 Jan 24

Robin Hood

It’s time to… Cheer the Goodies! Boo the Baddies! What do you get if you take a legendary folk hero, a plucky heroine, a dim-witted king, and a..... more >

Havering Road Methodist Church Hall, Moray Way, Rise Park, Essex RM1 4YD

Thu 25 Jan 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 24 Jan 24

Wivenhoe Pantomime Group presents Peter Pan

What do you need to brighten up a miserable January? Why, a Wivenhoe Panto of course! Wivenhoe Pantomime is back! Oh yes, they are..... more >

High Street Wivenhoe CO7 9AB

Wed 24 Jan 24

Circus of Horrors - Dr Haze's Cabaret of Curiosities

Hot on the heels of The Circus of Horrors Phantasmagoria the ‘Haunted Fairground' comes a sensational NEW SHOW - DR HAZE'S CABARET OF... more >

Towngate Theatre St Martins Square SS14 1DL

Sun 21 Jan 24

Iago Banet “The Galician King of Acoustic Guitar”

Since 2018, Banet has been building an impressive career as a solo fingerstyle acoustic guitarist, showcasing his immense talent and receiving rave... more >

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

Sat 20 Jan 24

Epping, Essex 35s-60s+ Party for Singles & Couples - Friday 19 January

EPPING Essex 35s to 60s Plus Party for Singles & Couples - Friday 19 January Join us for a fantastic night of fun and socializing at the EPPING... more >

Theydon Bois Golf Club, Theydon Road, Epping CM16 4EH

Fri 19 Jan 24

Betty Li and Paul Jupp in recital

Betty Li and Paul Jupp share our opening recital. Betty on Piano will play Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Debussy and Gershwin and Paul on Guitar will..... more >

Chelmsford Studio Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford CM1 1JG

Wed 17 Jan 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Basildon)

Anything (Members). Meeting of Basildon Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription plus £1 attendance fee payable for..... more >

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

Tue 16 Jan 24

High Ropes - Little Monkeys

Little Monkeys Sessions Embark on a thrilling adventure designed especially for the cautious daredevils among us!... more >

Nuclear High Ropes Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker, Ongar Road CM15 0LA

Sun 14 Jan 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Epping Forest)

Stamp 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 13 Jan 24

Christmas Memories & Mystery at the Circus

Christmas Memories Join Santa and some of your favourite Christmas Characters as they search for some missing letters and meet a host of new... more >

St Marks Church Hall, Hamlet Rd, Southend SS1 1HY

Sat 13 Jan 24

Treatment

A new season of theatre in the Headgate Studio begins with Jonathan Moore's disturbing and exhilarating drama TREATMENT... more >

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

Sat 13 Jan 24

Little Red Pantomime

Panto is back! With songs, laughter and magic galore! Join the adventure with Little Red on our South Essex tour! ?... more >

Mill Arts Centre, Rayleigh SS6 7ED

Fri 12 Jan 24

ICONIC - A Rock and pop variety show

In the not-so-distant future the world is run completely by artificial intelligence. Music is made by machines and live performances are obsolete... more >

Theydon Bois Village Hall Coppice Row Theydon Bois CM16 7ER

Thu 11 Jan 24

The Arts Society, Havering - GOYA: WAR AND PEACE, REVOLUTION AND EXILE

Goya’s long life and career spanned the reigns of four Spanish monarchs, and much social and political upheaval... more >

New Windmill Hall Upminster RM14 2QU RM14 2QH

Tue 9 Jan 24

Super Savings: 50% Off Gameplay Across UK Topgolf Venues On Tuesday

Topgolf, the UK’s biggest and most exciting interactive golf experience, is celebrating the new year with Half-Price Tuesday, an offer which will see... more >

Abridge Rd, Chigwell IG7 6BX

Tue 9 Jan 24

Miss Mimple Meets the Ice Wolf

Renowned amateur sleuth and part-time dog trainer Miss Jean Mimple is on a hiking tour of the Italian Alps... more >

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

Mon 8 Jan 24

High Ropes - Quiet Session

High Ropes Quiet Sessions Embark on a uniquely tailored adventure where tranquility meets thrilling heights!... more >

Nuclear High Ropes Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker, Ongar Road CM15 0LA

Sun 7 Jan 24

Brentwood Centre Antiques, Vintage and Collectors Fair

Now a one day event at the largest indoor venue in Essex. Dealers and collectors from all over the country will be selling a huge range of Antiques,..... more >

Doddinghurst Road, Brentwood, Essex. CM15 9NN

Sun 7 Jan 24

Essex Finds Liaison Surgeries

Have you found any archaeological objects? Record your finds with the Essex Finds Liaison Officer! more >

Saffron Walden Museum Museum Street CB10 1BN

Sat 6 Jan 24

Little Red Pantomime

Panto is back! With songs, laughter and magic galore! Join the adventure with Little Red on our South Essex tour! ?... more >

Hadleigh Fire Station SS7 2PB

Fri 5 Jan 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Witham)

New Acquisitions (Members). 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 4 Jan 24

Little Red Pantomime

Panto is back! With songs, laughter and magic galore! Join the adventure with Little Red on our South Essex tour! ?... more >

Small Gains Hall, Canvey SS8 8QP

Thu 4 Jan 24

Loughton Astronomical Society

LAS Members leading Public Observing: Join LAS members looking at the night sky through binoculars and telescopes... more >

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

Thu 4 Jan 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Clacton)

Bourse and Display by Bob Peters. 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 3 Jan 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Benfleet)

Annual General Meeting and Mini-Auction.. Meeting of Benfleet & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more >

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

Wed 3 Jan 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Goodmayes)

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

Methodist Church Hall, Percy Road, Goodmayes IG3 8UA

Wed 3 Jan 24

New Year's Eve Party, Epping Essex 35s-60s+ on Sunday 31 December

Join us for a spectacular New Year's Eve Party in Essex, exclusively for the over 35s! Get ready to bid farewell to the year and welcome the..... more >

Theydon Bois Golf Club, Theydon Road, Epping CM16 4EH

Sun 31 Dec 23

SHOW UP SPECTACULAR! NYE Cabaret show

SHOW UP SPECTACULAR! Countdown to the new year in style at Show Up Spectacular! Live music, comedy, burlesque, cocktails plus so much more!... more >

Hawkwell Village Hall, Main Rd, Hawkwell, Hockley SS5 4EH

Sun 31 Dec 23

DJ Railton Presents Awakening Dance

Some live music along with some DJ performances for all the family to enjoy followed by an over 18s DJ list setup later in the evening. more >

Stock street farm barns CO6 1NX

Sat 30 Dec 23

HST Day

Unlimited rides on our InterCity 125 High Speed Train train. Large model railway layout. Working signal box, Travelling Post Office carriages, shop..... more >

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

Sat 30 Dec 23

Little Red Pantomime

Panto is back! With songs, laughter and magic galore! Join the adventure with Little Red on our South Essex tour! ?... more >

Beecroft Gallery SS2 6EX

Fri 29 Dec 23

Romford, Essex 35s+ Pre New Year's Eve Party for Singles & Couples

Join us for a fantastic pre New Year's Eve party exclusively for singles and couples aged 35 and above in Romford, Essex!... more >

Romford United Services & Social Club, 28 Mawney Road, Romford RM7 7HB

Fri 29 Dec 23

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

Thu 28 Dec 23

2K Bobble Hat Obstacle Run

POST CHRISTMAS BOBBLE HAT OBSTACLE RUN AFTER ALL THE INDULGENCE OF CHRISTMAS AND SITTING ON THE SOFA, JOIN US FOR SOME OUTDOOR FUN... more >

Parsonage Farm Ongar Road Brentwood CM15 0LA

Thu 28 Dec 23

HARLOW, ESSEX 35s+ CHRISTMAS PARTY FOR SINGLES & COUPLES - SAT 23 DEC

Join us for a festive celebration at Canons Brook Golf Club, Elizabeth Way, Harlow, Essex CM19 5BE! This exciting event is for singles and couples..... more >

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

Sat 23 Dec 23

A Christmas Carol

Colchester Arts Centre Director Anthony Roberts’ traditional rendition of the Dickens classic. Guaranteed to get you in the Christmas spirit. more >

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

Sat 23 Dec 23

Basildon,Essex Xmas Party for Singles & Couples 35s-60s+ Fri 22 Dec

Join us for the Basildon, Essex Over 35s to 60s Plus Party for Singles & Couples on Fri, 22 Dec 2023! Get ready to have a fantastic evening filled..... more >

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

Fri 22 Dec 23

Halstead care home opens its doors for a merry good time

Snow is falling, children are playing – and a Halstead care home is opening its doors to help combat loneliness in the community this festive... more >

Care UK’s Colne View, Dame Mary Walk, Colchester Rd, Halstead CO9 2FF

Thu 21 Dec 23

Stamp Club Meeting (Colchester)

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

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

Thu 21 Dec 23

Puss in Boots

The Essex Group proudly presents Witham's annual family panto, full of songs and laughter. Enjoy 2 hours of fun during the Christmas season... more >

Witham Public Hall, Collingwood Road, Witham CM8 2DY

Wed 20 Dec 23

Dive into Divour Diamonds' Exclusive Christmas and New Year Sale

Embark on a journey of elegance and enchantment as you dive into Divour Diamonds' Exclusive Christmas and New Year Sale... more >

Suite 30, 88-90 Hatton Garden London EC1N 8PN

Wed 20 Dec 23

Chelmsford care home opens its doors for a merry good time

Snow is falling, children are playing – and a Chelmsford care home is opening its doors to help combat loneliness in the community this festive... more >

Care UK’s Manor Lodge, 58 Manor Rd, Chelmsford CM2 0EP

Wed 20 Dec 23

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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!