This beautiful and tranquil garden last opened for the National Garden Scheme in 2008. A romantic, country garden full of topiary, unusual plants and..... more >

Elmbridge Mill, Dunmow CM6 2HZ

Sun 11 Aug 24

Gin &Rum Festival Colchester 2024

Join the fun and discover a unique experience that celebrates the best of Gin and Rum and promises the party of the year!... more >

The Charter Hall, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, United Kingdom CO1 1YH

Sat 10 Aug 24

Mystical Fair - Mind Body Spirit & Wellbeing.

Crafty Cow Markets are excited to invite you to our very 1st Mystical Fair this August. A day filled with magic & wonder... more >

Chantry Centre, Chantry Way, Billericay CM11 2AP

Sat 10 Aug 24

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Essex

A Summer Musical Bouquet

The TLC Ensemble present... A Summer Musical Bouquet! Popular Favourites. Instrumental and vocal music for a Summer afternoon. Tea & Cake... more >

St. Andrew’s Church Hall, Burnham Road / Fambridge Road, Althorne CM3 6BY

Sat 10 Aug 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Benfleet)

Iraq and Hungary (A. Cowie). Meeting of Benfleet & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more >

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

Wed 7 Aug 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Clacton)

Bourse & Members’ displays. 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 Aug 24

Frinton Summer Theatre - Fanny's Burning

Frinton Summer Theatre’s 2024 summer season promises a stunning selection of theatrical drama beside the seaside... more >

McGrigor Hall Fourth Avenue Frinton-on-Sea CO13 9EB

Tue 6 Aug 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Basildon)

The President’s Guest (to be announced). Meeting of Basildon Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more >

George Hurd Centre, Audley Way, Basildon SS14 2FL

Mon 5 Aug 24

Lakeside Shopping Centre's 'Summer of Sports'

Lakeside Shopping Centre is serving up a summer of fun with its FREE Summer of Sports event. The event is set to see five consecutive weeks of themed..... more >

W Thurrock Way, West Thurrock, Grays , Lakeside Shopping Centre RM20 2ZP

Mon 5 Aug 24

Braintree Village hosts free crafting sessions alongside Baker Ross

Braintree Village has announced that its Creative Club has returned this summer, with exciting, themed workshops on offer... more >

Braintree Village, Chapel Hill, Braintree CM77 8YH

Mon 5 Aug 24

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... more >

The Mount, Harlow CM19 5HT

Sun 4 Aug 24

Live Steam Open Day (Ride on Railway)

Ilford & West Essex Model Railway Club is holding it’s usual monthly open day. This open day has train rides (usually steam) for all the family... more >

Adjacent to North Side of Chadwell Heath Station, Station Road, Chadwell Heath, Essex RM6 4BU

Sun 4 Aug 24

80s and 90s Party Night

Join us for a Sizzling Summer Party Night here at the Jobserve Community Stadium! Dance along to the biggest hits from the BEST decades: the..... more >

Jobserve Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester CO4 5UP

Sat 3 Aug 24

Music and Beer Festival at the Vulcan

Following a hugely succesful inagural event last year, our Music and Beer Festival at the Vulcan returns in 2024 at London Southend Airport on Friday... more >

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

Fri 2 Aug 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Witham)

Railway Art and Railways (C. Evans). 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 1 Aug 24

Loughton Astronomical Society

Professor Allan Chapman: Sir John Herschel, the Astronomer who Surveyed Two Hemispheres. The Loughton Astronomical Society is the home of all things..... more >

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

Thu 1 Aug 24

Hyde Hall Flower Show

Be dazzled by the magnificent floral displays, and browse and buy from a fantastic range of plants, garden sundries and ornaments at this five-day... more >

RHS Garden Hyde Hall Creephedge Lane, Rettendon CM3 8ET

Wed 31 Jul 24

Treat the family to a world of fun at Nickelodeon Adventure!

Looking for somewhere to visit with the family, during the summer holidays? Visit Nickelodeon Adventure, where the excitement of your favourite..... more >

Thurrock Lakeside Shopping Centre, 612 The Quay, West Thurrock, Grays RM20 2AD

Wed 31 Jul 24

Our Little Secret: the 23andMe Musical

What does a 31-year-old theatre kid do when a DNA test reveals that his biological parents aren't quite who he thought they were?... more >

Gilded Balloon Patter Hoose (Doonstairs), 3 Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1HT

Wed 31 Jul 24

Constellations & The Sociable Plover: Double Bill

Frinton Summer Theatre’s 2024 summer season promises a stunning selection of theatrical drama beside the seaside... more >

McGrigor Hall Fourth Avenue Frinton-on-Sea CO13 9EB

Tue 30 Jul 24

The Delves - Open Garden for NGS

An unexpected hidden, magical, part-walled garden showing how much can be achieved in a small space. An oasis of calm with densely planted rich, lush..... more >

The Delves, Chigwell IG8 8AZ

Sun 28 Jul 24

Wally's Comedy Festival 2024

Welcome to Wally's Comedy Festival 2024! Come join us for a day filled with laughter at The Prince Of Wales... more >

Prince of Wales, Stow Maries. CM3 6SA

Sun 28 Jul 24

Care UK Sports Day - Manor Lodge

With the Olympics fast approaching, a local care home is limbering up for its very own sporting tournament... more >

58 Manor Road, Chelmsford CM2 0EP

Sat 27 Jul 24

Wheels Hooves & Paws

A fun event for the family! HISTORIC VEHICLES: Cars - Motorcycles - Tractors - Commercials HORSE SHOW DOG SHOW Stalls & Refreshments..... more >

Elmwood Equestrian Centre, Elm Farm House, Maldon Road, Burnham-on-Crouch CM0 8NT

Sat 27 Jul 24

Beryl and Clive (Their Musical)

It’s sing or die with Beryl & Clive, a wildly funny comedy following this fabulously unconventional couple who break all the rules to fulfil their... more >

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

Sat 27 Jul 24

Going for gold! Halstead care home hosts sports day for local communit

With the Olympics fast approaching, a local care home is limbering up for its very own sporting tournament... more >

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

Fri 26 Jul 24

Lazydays Festival

Lazydays Festival is a festival like no other bringing together two of the most wonderful pass times known to man, live music and craft drinks... more >

Priory Park, Victoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea SS2 6ND

Fri 26 Jul 24

Going for gold! Halstead care home hosts sports day for community

With the Olympics fast approaching, a local care home is limbering up for its very own sporting tournament... more >

Dame Mary Walk, Colchester Rd, Halstead CO9 2FF

Fri 26 Jul 24

Going for gold! Stansted care home hosts sports day for local communit

With the Olympics fast approaching, a local care home is limbering up for its very own sporting tournament... more >

Mountfitchet House Care Home - Care UK, Coltsfield, Stansted CM24 8LH

Fri 26 Jul 24

Loughton Astronomical Society

Dr Ingrid Pelisoli: Fantastic Binary Stars and How to Find Them. The Loughton Astronomical Society is the home of all things astronomical in West..... more >

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

Thu 25 Jul 24

The Empty Stage

Rising star Carina Harris was murdered during an unscheduled rehearsal for an upcoming play. Now it's up to the director of the show to..... more >

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

Wed 24 Jul 24

Care UK Sports Day - Essex care homes

Care UK’s Haven Lodge, on Reckitts Close, and Silversprings, on Tenpenny Hill, will be bringing Paris to Essex as they open their doors for local... more >

Tenpenny Hill, Thorrington, Colchester CO7 8JG

Wed 24 Jul 24

Frinton Summer Theatre - The Winslow Boy

Frinton Summer Theatre’s 2024 summer season promises a stunning selection of theatrical drama beside the seaside... more >

McGrigor Hall Fourth Avenue Frinton-on-Sea CO13 9EB

Tue 23 Jul 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Rayleigh)

22Jul: All members display Acquired in 2023; 12Aug: Bourse Night; 9Sep: All members display Roaring '40s... more >

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

Mon 22 Jul 24

The Old Rectory - Open Garden for NGS

A mature garden of a Grade ll listed Georgian Old Rectory rescued from dilapidation over the last ten years... more >

The Old Rectory, Harwich CO12 5LB

Sun 21 Jul 24

291 Thundersley Park Road - Open Garden for NGS

This interesting garden set on a steep Essex hill is full of hidden treasures. The owner, Janet Fenner has created different garden rooms, inc..... more >

291 Thundersley Park Road, Benfleet SS7 1AH

Sun 21 Jul 24

Artists' Open Studios

Head to the top floor of Valentines Mansion where our talented makers will welcome you into their creative workspace... more >

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

Sun 21 Jul 24

Stepping Stones Summer Ball 2024

A wonderful night raising funds for this local Colchester charity, working with children with additional needs and their families in a tots group,... more >

Wivenhoe House, Wivenhoe Park, Park Road, Colchester CO4 3FA

Sat 20 Jul 24

Nuclear Fit

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

Ongar Road, Brentwood, Essex CM15 0LA

Sat 20 Jul 24

Electric Alchemy

Gypsy Jazz, Country, Sting, Beatles and originals. Marianne Olyver - Electric Violin Steve Linton - Guitar/Vocals Jeffery Wilson -..... more >

St Marys Church, Church Road, Little Baddow CM3 4BE

Sat 20 Jul 24

Ceilidh/Barn Dance at the West Maldon Community Centre

On Saturday July 20th we have a Ceilidh/Barn Dance at the West Maldon Community Centre – with tickets only £5... more >

West Maldon Community Centre, Sunbury Way, Maldon CM9 6YH

Sat 20 Jul 24

A Summer Concert with The Woodford Singers

Music To Suit All Tastes. Includes refreshments Tickets available on the door or through Ticketsource more >

Church of the Holy Innocents Church Road High Beach IG10 4BF

Sat 20 Jul 24

Wuthering Heights

Step into the haunting moors of the 1800s, and let Lockwood and Nelly take you on a journey back in time to experience the passion, love, hatred and... more >

Hall Ln, Ingatestone CM4 9NR

Fri 19 Jul 24

The Story of Soul

Join the love train, as we give you the best of our love. Get ready as we take you on a journey of sweet soul music... more >

Chelmsford Theatre Fairfield Road Chelmsford CM1 1JG

Fri 19 Jul 24

Loughton Astronomical Society

Mazin Younis: Searching for Clear, Dark Skies. 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 18 Jul 24

Electric Alchemy

PROGRAMME Minor Swing Pal Shape of My Heart I Got Rhythm Here, There and Everywhere Corea and Alchemy New Country... more >

Chelmsford Studio Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford CM1 1JG

Wed 17 Jul 24

Dragons - Open Garden for NGS

Galanthus are a passion. A plantswoman's ¾ acre garden, planted to encourage wildlife. Sumptuous colour-themed borders with striking plant..... more >

Dragons, Chelmsford CM1 4LS

Tue 16 Jul 24

Frinton Summer Theatre - Bestseller UK Premiere

Frinton Summer Theatre’s 2024 summer season promises a stunning selection of theatrical drama beside the seaside... more >

McGrigor Hall Fourth Avenue Frinton-on-Sea CO13 9EB

Tue 16 Jul 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Basildon)

Visit by Benfleet P.S. with displays by their members. Meeting of Basildon Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more >

George Hurd Centre, Audley Way, Basildon SS14 2FL

Tue 16 Jul 24

The Folly - Open Garden for NGS

This is a small garden which has a mix between classic English country border alongside a more formal Italian element at the rear of the garden after... more >

The Folly, Dunmow CM6 3DN

Sun 14 Jul 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!