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

Furzelea, Danbury CM3 4JR

Sun 14 Jul 24

Summer Showcase

DOT Productions presents their annual Summer Showcase. Their Youth Theatre groups will present a selection of stories, music and dance for our..... more >

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

Sun 14 Jul 24

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Essex

Harwich Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

The gardens all within walking distance in the historical town of Harwich. 8 St Helens Green, just 100metres from the sea... more >

Harwich Gardens, Harwich CO12 3NH

Sun 14 Jul 24

Essex Tribute Fest 2024

Essex Tribute Fest returns in 2024! Saturday 13th July. Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Essex, RM11 1JU 9 fantastic live Tribute Acts are lined..... more >

Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch RM11 1JU

Sat 13 Jul 24

An Evening of Pink Floyd with a Saucerful of Floyd

The show features music from ‘The Piper at the Gates of Dawn’ to ‘The Division Bell’, taking you on a journey through the music of Pink Floyd... more >

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

Sat 13 Jul 24

Chelmsford Singers Summer Concert

The Chelmsford Singers invite you to share an evening of sea, song, and sunshine! Chelmsford Singers’ Summer concert will be on Saturday, 13th..... more >

Maldon United Reform Church, Market Hill, Maldon CM9 4PZ

Sat 13 Jul 24

Upminster Windmill and Gardens Open Day

Upminster Windmill has been extensively restored, thanks to generous funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Veolia Environmental Trust... more >

89 St Mary’s Lane Upminster RM14 2QL

Sat 13 Jul 24

Proms at the Vulcan

Proms at the Vulcan returns in 2024 for another exciting evening with the Essex Concert Orchestra performing a selection of popular and classical... more >

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

Sat 13 Jul 24

207 Mersea Road - Open Garden for NGS

The garden is 185ft long divided into sections. There is a decking area with pots leading to a unique fountain made from waste slates... more >

207 Mersea Road, Colchester CO2 8PN

Sat 13 Jul 24

Summer Evening Jazz

The Rotary Club of Ingatestone is holding this popular Open Air Jazz Concert in the gardens of Ingatestone Hall, Hall Lane, Ingatestone... more >

Ingatestone Hall CM4 9NS

Sat 13 Jul 24

69 Rundells - The Secret Garden - Open Garden for NGS

69 Rundells is a very colourful, small town garden packed with a wide variety of shrubs, perennials, herbaceous and bedding plants in over 200... more >

69 Rundells - The Secret Garden, Harlow CM18 7HD

Sat 13 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

Sat 13 Jul 24

Essex Pop Fest 2024

The 90s Rewind Festival is now.......ESSEX POP FEST! We are so excited to announce a new live music event featuring some of the biggest acts from..... more >

Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch RM11 1JU

Fri 12 Jul 24

AstroKyds Junior Section of Loughton Astronomical Society

AstroKyds Junior Section: AstroKyds is the Junior section of the LAS. 6:30pm at St Mary's Church Hall... more >

St Mary’s Church Hall, Coppice Row Theydon Bois CM16 7ER

Fri 12 Jul 24

CHIGWELL, Essex 35s-60s+ Party for Singles & Couples - Friday 12 July

Welcome to the CHIGWELL, Essex 35s to 60s Plus Party for Singles & Couples happening on Friday, 12 July at Chigwell Hall!... more >

Chigwell Hall, 159 High Road, Chigwell IG7 6BD

Fri 12 Jul 24

Loughton Astronomical Society

Dr Radmila Topalovic: Going Back to the Moon. The Artemis Mission. 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 11 Jul 24

Ulting Wick - Open Garden for NGS

Listed black barns provide backdrop for vibrant and exuberant planting in eight acres. Snowdrops, Narcissus, tulips, flowing innovative spring..... more >

Ulting Wick, Maldon CM9 6QX

Thu 11 Jul 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Frinton)

Grace Davies displays Peace. Organised by Frinton & District Philatelic Society. Local Contact: Steve Alpe. Potential new members welcome. more >

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

Mon 8 Jul 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Rayleigh)

How to Arrange and Write-up your collection for competition. Meeting of Rayleigh & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more >

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

Mon 8 Jul 24

Bocking Concert Brass in the Park

Open to all public enjoying a summers day in the park with the family. Donations will be accepted but the event itself is free to attend. more >

Promenade Park Maldon Park Drive Maldon CM7 5JQ

Sun 7 Jul 24

262 Hatch Road - Open Garden for NGS

A formal frontage with lavender. An eclectic rear garden of around an acre divided into 'rooms' with themed borders, several ponds, three..... more >

262 Hatch Road, Brentwood CM15 9QR

Sun 7 Jul 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 7 Jul 24

Summer Picnic Concert

Join us for a summer picnic party! Bring a picnic rug or camping chair and enjoy some lovely music. There will be licenced bar and puddings for sale..... more >

St Mary’s Church, Matching, Harlow CM17 0QZ

Sun 7 Jul 24

Room 46 The Musical

DEAR DIARY…DARE WE BE BRAVE?” “Our Story Starts At The Turn Of The Century, We’re Talking About The Year Of 2020... more >

Thameside Theatre Thameside Complex, Orsett Road, Grays RM17 5DX

Sat 6 Jul 24

Craft & Gift Fair

Craft and Gift Fair at Tendring District Scout Centre, Valley Road, Clacton. It is open from 10am – 2pm with FREE entry and FREE car parking... more >

Tendring District Scout Centre, Valley Road, Clacton on Sea, Essex CO15 6NA

Sat 6 Jul 24

Pear Trees - Open Garden for NGS

Pear Trees is a south facing garden nearly ½ acre with open views across farmland to Rowney Woods. Front garden has mixed fruit trees underplanted..... more >

Pear Trees, Saffron Walden CB10 2XA

Sat 6 Jul 24

9 Malyon Road - Open Garden for NGS

Large town garden with mature trees and shrubs made up of a series of garden rooms. Flower beds, pond, summerhouse and greenhouse giving all year..... more >

9 Malyon Road, Witham CM8 1DF

Sat 6 Jul 24

80s Party Night!

Dance along to the biggest hits from the BEST decade: the 80s! Our resident DJ will be playing all the best songs, from all the biggest acts to..... more >

Jobserve Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester CO4 5UP

Sat 6 Jul 24

ABBA Tribute Night in Epping, Essex on Saturday 6th July

Welcome to the ABBA TRIBUTE NIGHT in EPPING, ESSEX. Get ready to dance and sing along to all your favourite ABBA hits on Saturday 6th July at Theydon..... more >

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

Sat 6 Jul 24

Baytree Deckchair Selfie Competition

It’s back for 2024! Come and take a selfie on our GIANT Baytree Deckchair and you could be in with a chance of winning a £100 prize bundle!... more >

The Baytree Shopping Centre CM14 4BX

Fri 5 Jul 24

Frinton Summer Theatre - Chariots of Fire

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

Fri 5 Jul 24

Essex Property Show - The Ultimate Home & Lifestyle Show

This jam packed two-day spectacular event will feature a whole host of expert speakers, who will deliver LIVE talks and demonstrations that will... more >

Charter Hall, Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester CO1 1YH

Fri 5 Jul 24

I CAN - 4D Sensory Musical with Gillie & Friends

4D Theatre for the whole family - Come along and meet Gillie & Friends for some inspirational fun and laughter!... more >

Thameside Theatre Thameside Complex, Orsett Road, Grays RM17 5DX

Thu 4 Jul 24

Loughton Astronomical Society

Malcolm Zack and Jonathan Daniels: Summer Skies - A view of what can be seen in the night sky with binoculars and telescopes.... more >

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

Thu 4 Jul 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Witham)

GB Printed Matter 1855-1968 (J. Rawlins). Meeting of Witham Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit... more >

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

Thu 4 Jul 24

FREE taster session with the Chelmsford Rock Choir

Do you want to find a choir near you? The local Chelmsford choir is run by Essex based musician Hollie Heard... more >

North Springfield Baptist Church, Pump Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford CM1 6JP

Thu 4 Jul 24

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Chelmsford Rock Choir

Do you want to find a choir near you? The local Chelmsford choir is run by Essex based musician Hollie Heard... more >

North Springfield Baptist Church, Pump Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford CM1 6JP

Thu 4 Jul 24

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Chelmsford Rock Choir

Do you want to find a choir near you? The local Chelmsford choir is run by Essex based musician Hollie Heard... more >

North Springfield Baptist Church, Pump Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford CM1 6JP

Thu 4 Jul 24

More Rock Choirs

Colchester United Comedy Club

Our July Comedy Night promises an evening of side-splitting laughter, with some of the funniest comedians on the circuit... more >

Jobserve Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester CO4 5UP

Wed 3 Jul 24

A Monster Calls

Thirteen-year-old Conor and his Mum have been managing fine since his dad moved to America, but now she is very sick, and his Gran, with whom he has... more >

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

Wed 3 Jul 24

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 local Rock Choir... more >

Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester CO1 1PT

Wed 3 Jul 24

More Rock Choirs

Little Myles - Open Garden for NGS

A three acre romantic garden that has shifted its emphasis to providing an abundance of nectar-rich flowers for struggling bees and butterflies... more >

Little Myles, Stondon Massey CM15 0LD

Wed 3 Jul 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 Jul 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Benfleet)

Covid 19 (M. Mark Routh). Meeting of Benfleet & District Philatelic Society. All welcome to visit. Membership subscription payable for continued..... more >

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

Wed 3 Jul 24

Long House Plants - Open Garden for NGS

A beautiful garden - yes, but one with a purpose. Long House Plants has been producing homegrown plants for more than 10 years and here is a chance..... more >

Long House Plants, Romford RM4 1LD

Wed 3 Jul 24

FREE taster session with the Harlow Rock Choir

If you are wanting to join a choir you'll find just what you were looking for with us in the Rock Choir... more >

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

Tue 2 Jul 24

More Rock Choirs

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!... more >

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

Tue 2 Jul 24

More Rock Choirs

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 local Wickford Rock Choir... more >

The Bromfords School, Grange Avenue, Wickford SS12 0LZ

Tue 2 Jul 24

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Harlow Rock Choir

If you are wanting to find a local choir to join you'll find just what you were looking for with us in the Harlow Rock Choir... more >

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

Tue 2 Jul 24

More Rock Choirs

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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!