Have fun meeting new people enjoying the same interests as you. From knitting clubs to wildlife groups there's something for everyone. Find an event near you! Or why not add your own?
24th August - 2:00 PM
We normally meet on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 2:00 - 3:00pm. You are invited to join us for a chance to chat with others who are at different stages of coping with loss. Bereavement Team Members on hand. St John's Church Hall, Gt Clacton (behind the shops on North Road)
St John's Church, Gt Clacton24th August - 2:00 PM
COME AND PLAY PETANQUE/BOULE We play Petanque/Boule on the Sports Field at Vista Road Sport Centre, Clacton, Monday & Thursday afternoons 2pm to 4pm, weather permitting throughout the year. No Club Fees, Car Park, Toilets & Boule are available. Contact Derek 0797 334 1818
Clacton Petanque25th August - 10:00 AM
Come and join us at the wonderful garden at Frinton Crossing Cottage Garden, Station Approach, Frinton CO13 9JT for tea, coffee & biscuits in aid of Frinton & Walton Heritage Trust 10am - 12 noon. Railway Museum is also open to visit.
Frinton & Walton Heritage Trust25th August - 1:30 PM
Family don't want hand knitted any more? Don't lose your skill, join us and knit for CHARITY. Blankets, hats, scarves, mittens childrens jumpers. We're at B'sea Community Centre 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 1:30 - 3:30. £3:00 per session inc tea/coffee if required
The New Gift Box25th August - 2:00 PM
Mayday Mental Health Peer Support Group in Clacton On Sea, Essex, UK, is a welcoming, peer-led community for people experiencing mental ill health. Paranoia, phobia, obsessive compulsions, all manner of anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and everyday life challenges. Get in touch for details.
Mayday Mental Health Peer Support Group25th August - 2:10 PM
Rummikub Group meet every Tuesday at Holland Public Hall CO15 5UR {next to library and Maffia's}. Car park at rear. Start at 2.10pm till 4.15pm. £2 including tea and coffee. All welcome.
Rummikub Group25th August - 6:30 PM
Join Adrian Wright for the second part of a two-part illustrated talk portraying a journey using New Zealand's three long-distance passenger trains. This talk focuses on the South Island. £3 per talk, must be booked in advance. Doors open at 10.30am, free refreshments provided.
Jaywick Martello Tower25th August - 6:30 PM
Railways and Scenery In New Zealand. Join Adrian Wright for the 2nd of a two-part illustrated talk portraying a journey using New Zealand's 3 long-distance passenger trains. This talk is on the South Island. £3 per talk, must be booked in advance. Doors open at 6.30pm, free refreshments.
Jaywick Martello Tower25th August - 6:30 PM
Adrian Wright will be taking us on a journey through New Zealand's South Island - expect some more trains as well as some more history and wonderful scenery! £3/talk. Free booking essential via Eventbrite or the Tower direct.
Friends Of Jaywick Martello Tower26th August - 10:15 AM
Join us for a free gentle 1.5-mile walk around Nayland at a relaxed pace, with optional refreshments at The Anchor Inn afterwards. Timed to connect with buses to and from Colchester, or parking available. More walks coming soon. For more details, get in touch or visit facebook/footpathexplorers
Footpath Explorers27th August - 1:00 PM
Museum and Heritage Centre - everyone is invited to come along to see the new displays and artefacts at the Heritage Centre, 120 Pole Barn Lane, Frinton CO13 9JT. New Exhibition. 13.00-16.00hrs. Refreshments available. All welcome.
Frinton & Walton Heritage Trust27th August - 1:15 PM
Colchester Castle Bridge Club is holding a social bridge session for beginners who want to play bridge in a relaxed setting. Play bridge and learn a few tips as well (no formal teaching). No partner required. Where: Colchester Quaker House (behind the Odeon) Time: 1.15 Cost: £5
Colchester Castle Bridge Club27th August - 1:30 PM
Come and try indoor carpet bowls in the Marks Tey Parish Hall. Beginners welcome, all equipment provided, first 4 weeks free. Simply turn up on the day or for more information please see contact details below. Every Thursday from 1.30pm to 4.15pm
Marks Tey Indoor Bowls Club27th August - 6:45 PM
Fancy trying a new sport come along and join the Unicycle Club every Thursday Evening at the Thorrington Village Hall, Church Road, CO7 8HE. Beginners to Experts Ellie will teach you to ride our unicycles and then join in the fun and games and learn new tricks. £4.50 per session all ages welcome.
Ellie27th August - 7:00 PM
Folk singer & songwriter, Rick Christian returns to All Saints, Walton High Street, following his successful 2025 concert. Recently seen at Wivenhoe Folk Club, we're excited to welcome Rick back to All Saints. Entry is free, refreshments will be available, donations welcome on the evening.
All Saints' Church, Walton On The Naze28th August - 10:00 AM
Museum and Heritage Centre - everyone is invited to come along to see the new displays and artefacts at the Heritage Centre, 120 Pole Barn Lane, Frinton CO13 9JT. New Exhibition. 10.00-16.00hrs. Refreshments available. All welcome.
Frinton & Walton Heritage Trust28th August - 2:00 PM
Make and Meet at Frinton Library meet on the last Friday of each month, 2-3.30pm. The group also incorporates Essex Knitters and Stitchers who make knitted, crocheted and stitched items for various charities. All welcome, free to attend and tea and coffee provided.
Crafting Connections29th August - 9:00 AM
Book sale outside our shop in Victoria Place Brightlingsea 9-3pm weather permitting. We run lunch clubs in Brightlingsea & Alresford to combat social isolation in the area. We need volunteers to drive our mini buses and help in the lunch clubs and our shop. Can you help? Tel 01206 303702.
The Autumn Centre29th August - 10:00 AM
Free Geology & Fossil fun for all the family. Come along, learn more about Essex Rocks! Look at sand under a microscope, touch a Mammoth, see fizzing rocks, sift sand, mighty minerals and much, much more. Displays and sales of rocks, minerals and fossils. Tollgate Hall, Stanway CO3 0RH
Essex Rock & Mineral Society29th August - 10:00 AM
come along to Coggeshall Flower Festival at St Peter ad Vincula Church, CO6 1UD. Bank Holiday 29th - 31st August. Saturday & Monday 10am-4pm Sunday 11am-4pm.
Juliana