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What's On

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?

Nayland Choir Christmas Concert: What Sweeter Music

7th December - 4:00 PM

Celebrate the festive season with winter and Christmas songs by Rutter, Chilcott and others. 4 pm on Sunday 7th December at Nayland village hall. Tickets £10 (under 18s free) including mulled wine and a mince pie; available from naylandevents.org . Please see our website for details.

Nayland Choir

Mini Christmas Tree Festival And Winter Wonderland

8th December - 10:00 AM

A magical Winter Wonderland for children in Olive's Garden 8th to 14th. Father Christmas attending on Fri - Sun. Plus Mini Christmas Tree Festival in Mount Bures church 11th to 14th December - live music, crafts, gifts and refreshments, cakes and mulled wine. CO8 5AR

Mount Bures Church

Coggeshall Bridge Club

8th December - 1:00 PM

We welcome visitors of a reasonable standard playing Acol to our friendly club We meet every Monday at 13.00 at Coggeshall village hall We pay £4 normally playing about 20 boards If you need a partner please text me and I will try my best to find you a partner. Yvonne 07973279412

Coggeshall Bridge Club

Bethany Bereavement Café

8th December - 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 Clacton

Bethany Bereavement Café

8th December - 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 Clacton

Bethany Bereavement Café

8th December - 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 Clacton

Clacton Scottish Country Dancing Group

8th December - 7:30 PM

Enjoy an evening of fun, dance and exercise. No experience required to have a good time! Every Monday 7.30-10.00pm. (Season ends 15 December) Only £3 including refreshments. Conservative Club, Old Road, Clacton. Tel: Elaine 07759 557774 or Sue 07779 674870

Clacton Caledonian Society

Knitting For Charity

9th December - 1:30 PM

We are a small group of ladies knitting for CHARITY. Blankets,hats,scarves,mittens,twiddle muffs,seaman's hats. We meet on 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at B'sea Community Centre. Wool can be provided when available from donations. £2:50 per meeting pays for the room rental plus tea/coffee. Call Sheila

The New Gift Box

Town Carol Service

9th December - 2:00 PM

Brightlingsea Town annual carol service will take place on Tuesday 9th of December at the United Church in Chapel Road. Doors open at 2:00 for a 2:30 start. Everyone is welcome to come along and join in this hearty start to the Christmas season.

Brightlingsea United Church

Come And Play Petanque/Boule

9th December - 2:00 PM

Play Petanque at the Ship Pub, Lower Kirby, Tuesday's Afternoons 2pm Throughout the Year, Weather Permitting. No Club Fees, Car Parking, Toilets, & Boule Available, Contact Derek

Frinton Petanque

Village Link

10th December - 10:00 AM

Our meetings are held in Tattingstone village hall. Open to men and women, all are welcome to join us. Today we will be entertained by the "Ships Rations Shanty Band" with a range of Shanty songs and Christmas music. There will also be refreshments and a raffle.

Village Link Club

Colchester Anglo French Circle

10th December - 7:30 PM

Les Chants de Marins - (French Sea Shanties & Songs of the Sea) - Joan & Ian Smith and Friends. If you have a love for France & all things French, you will enjoy our evenings, starting with refreshments (included) from 7.30pm and the event at 8pm prompt. Come early to ensure your seat!!

Colchester Anglo French Circle

Frinton Community Association Sale Of Jigsaw & Books

11th December - 9:30 AM

Frinton Community Association, Soken House, Frinton on Sea, CO13 0AU- sale of jigsaws and books from inside or just outside of entrance (depending on weather).

Bob Peters

Warm Welcome Hub, Walton

11th December - 10:00 AM

Every Thursday 10.00am - 1.15pm Come in, connect with others, make new friends. Refreshments available with sandwiches or homemade soup and a roll served from midday. All free of charge. A warm welcome for all. At Emmanuel Church, New Pier St, Walton on the Naze CO14 8EB

Emmanuel Church, New Pier St, Walton On The Naze Co14 8 Eb

Gunfleet Wi Walton

11th December - 1:30 PM

Gunfleet WI Emanuel Church hall New Pier Street Walton, our December meeting is our Christmas Party, Festive food, fun and a Christmas Quiz, its a bring and share, bring festive treats and your knowledge of all things Christmas. Visitor's welcome £2, includes tea and coffee. Call Lynn 07784656708

Gunfleet Wi Walton

Meet Up And Move With Miranda

11th December - 2:00 PM

A fun gentle exercise group for all ages and abilities to improve general mobility and wellbeing. All exercises can be done seated. No special clothing or footwear required, just dress to feel comfortable. 2-3pm. No charge. At Emmanuel Church, New Pier St, Walton on Naze CO14 8EB

Emmanuel Church, New Pier St, Walton On The Naze Co14 8 Eb

Unicycle Club At Thorrington

11th December - 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.

Ellie

Army Benevolent Fund Essex Christmas Concert 2025

11th December - 7:00 PM

The ABF Essex Christmas Concert will be held at St Botolph’s Church, Colchester on Thursday 11th December 2025. An outstanding evening of music performed by The Essex Yeomanry Band, with a selection of Christmas favourites and a few carols, it is the perfect way to start the festive season.

Army Benevolent Fund East Anglia

Great Bentley History Society

11th December - 7:30 PM

Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh + AGM. All about festive presents. Please bring a raffle prize if possible. All members and non-members welcome.

David Gollifer

Great Bentley History Society

11th December - 7:30 PM

There will be an AGM at the Great Bentley Village Hall including “Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh” presented by Frances Boardman. Please bring a raffle prize and also a plate of food if possible. All interested persons welcome.

David Gollifer