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?
25th 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
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 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 - 1:15 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 - 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
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.
Juliana29th 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 Society30th August - 7:00 PM
All are welcome at the fourth of our friendly Annual August Sunset Services at St Mary's Old Church for an informal evening service of well known hymns, prayer, stillness and peace in the beautiful old church at the sea end of Connaught Avenue. This year's theme is 'Hope in an uncertain world'.
St Mary's Church, Frinton.1st September - 6:00 PM
Join us at Bird and Bean, Frinton on the first Tuesday of each month, 6-7.30pm for some friendly crafting. Bring whatever crafty project you are working on, grab a drink and meet new friends. £5 per session which includes a hot drink of your choice.
Crafting Connections1st September - 7:00 PM
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Amick Productions Ltd2nd September - 7:00 PM
We meet the first Wednesday monthly at Clacton Bowls Club, Valley Road, Clacton. Sept 2 will be a Bourse and members' displays. New members welcome £5 pa. For details contact David Pugh tel: 01255 429849 tel: 01255 429849
Clacton Philatelic Society3rd September - 12:30 PM
FREE CONCERT THURSDAY 3rd SEPTEMBER WITH LILY BARKER - VOCALIST. 12.30PM - 1.30PM . LIGHT LUNCHES AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE FROM 12 MIDDAY. EVERYONE WELCOME. DONATIONS GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED.
St. Peter Ad Vincula Church, Coggeshall3rd September - 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 Club3rd September - 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 Club3rd September - 1:45 PM
We are a friendly club who play Short Mat indoor bowls. New members are welcome to join us. No experience necessary. (Outdoor players can use their existing bowls). We meet Mondays 9-45am to 12-15pm and Thursdays 1-45pm to 4-15pm at Holland Public Hall, 137 Frinton Road, Holland-on-Sea CO15 5UR
Frinton Road Short Mat Bowls Club3rd September - 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