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?
29th May - 1:30 PM
Mayday Friendship Group in Clacton is a social and support group for those who desire social life and opportunities for mutual support who for whatever reason find socialising very difficult. We meet every Thursday afternoon. Please get in touch for meeting location and any other information.
Tom Wood, Mayday Mental Health Community29th May - 2:00 PM
A fun gentle exercise group for all ages and abilities to improve general mobility and wellbeing. Exercises can be undertaken seated or standing. No special clothing or footwear required, just dress to feel comfortable. 2-3pm. No charge. Funded by East of England Co-op Community Cares Fund.
Emmanuel Church, New Pier St, Walton On The Naze Co14 8 Eb29th May - 7:30 PM
Colchester Sugarcraft Association invites you to join us on 29th May 19.30 at Stanway Community Centre, Villa Road CO30RH. Demstrator is Margaret Baldry doing Kanzashi Flowers. Come along to any 1 of our meetings for free during 2025- 2026. Refreshments and raffle, equipment stall.
Colchester Sugarcraft Association29th May - 7:45 PM
Local singer-songwriter Laura Wyatt presents Songbirds, an evening of acoustic music celebrating the women who have shaped her musical journey. Featuring performances of songs by Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Ani DiFranco, and Adele—plus a few originals—this is a powerful tribute to female artistry.
Headgate Theatre Colchester30th May - 7:00 PM
The popular quiz is back! Tickets on sale now from Caxton Books, Frinton. £10 per person (includes wine or soft drink and nibbles). Bring a team of 6 or be teamed up. 7pm for a 7.30 start. Mc Grigor Hall, Frinton. Quiz Master Clive Brill.
Frinton Literary Festival31st May - 9:00 AM
Book sale outside our shop in Victoria Place, Brightlingsea. 9-3pm. The Autumn Centre runs lunch clubs in Brightlingsea and Alresford to fight social isolation in the two towns and surrounding areas. We welcome new volunteers and donations of DVDs, CDs, books and foreign notes and coins.
The Autumn Centre31st May - 9:30 AM
All are welcome to our monthly coffee morning in St. John's Church hall, Gt. Clacton. We have home made cakes, books & puzzles, crafts & cards and Bric-a-Brac stalls, so come and join us for coffee and cake and a friendly welcome and chat. We look forward to meeting you.
St. John's Church (Stephanie)31st May - 10:00 AM
Plant sale, home made cakes, book sale, jigsaw stall and coffee morning at St Michael's Church Hall, The Street, Kirby Le Soken CO13 0EF. All proceeds to go towards refurbishing the hall floor. For further info, please contact Julie
St Michael's Church Hall31st May - 11:00 AM
Exhibition of work at Brightlingsea Museum, Dove House, Station Rd, Brightlingsea, CO7 0DT. Exhibition starts on Saturday 24th May and continues until Sunday 15th June. Museum opening hours are: Wed, Thurs, Fri 2 to 5pm, Saturday 11am to 5pm, Sunday 2 to 5pm. And Bank Holiday Monday 11am to 5pm.
Brightlingsea Essex Handicrafts Association31st May - 6:00 PM
Panos Karan returns again to St Mary's Frinton to launch our Summer Series of Lunchtime Concerts, which begin in June on Thursdays. Panos loves to play for us and to raise money for 'Keys of Change'. Canapes and a drink will be available from 6.00pm. Tickets are available from reception at £20.00
St Mary's Church31st May - 7:30 PM
Ballroom Latin and Sequence Dancing every last Saturday of the month at Shrub End Social Centre, Shrub End Rd. (opp the Leather Bottle Pub). Entrance on the door £6.00 BYOFD. All welcome. Tel 07941343881.
Shrub End Social Center31st May - 7:30 PM
A night of Irish folk rock, featuring a mix of original tracks from their five previous albums and new tunes from their new ‘Family Matters’ album. Diaspora is led by Lee Regan alongside his wife Liz, who plays keyboards. Join them for a night of unforgettable Irish melodies and storytelling.
Headgate Theatre Colchester1st June - 9:30 AM
A Methodist/URC LEP. Emmanuel is an inclusive church and we look forward to welcoming you into our midst, either regularly or just occasionally. Coffee from 9am - before the service. (Usually 1st and 3rd Sundays, service at 9.30am (coffee from 9am); 2nd and 4th at 10.30am (coffee after).)
Emmanuel Church, New Pier St, Walton On The Naze Co14 8 Eb1st June - 10:04 AM
Come along and browse the wares of local artists and crafters. A variety of locally made hand crafted gifts, and foodstuffs. Taster pamper sessions including massage therapies. Reflexology and Reiki. Refreshments available £2 entry under 16's free. In aid of Weeley Village Hall Roof fund.
Weeley Village Hall1st June - 11:00 AM
Great Bentley Friends of the Green are holding an Open Gardens and Art Trail Day. 11am - 4pm. 20 gardens taking part along with an art trail (6 will be in the VH and 2 in their own studios on route). £5 pp - under 16's free. Maps/checking in point in the VH along with refreshments and toilets.
Great Bentley Friends Of The Green2nd June - 1:15 PM
Join us for duplicate bridge at Coggeshall village hall most Mondays at 1.15. Small friendly club £3 including coffee/tea & biscuits Phone Colin, our chairman for further information
Coggeshall Bridge Club2nd June - 7:00 PM
Nobel Peace Prize by Grace Davies FRPSL at Soken House, The Triangle, Frinton on Sea, Essex. CO13 0AU
Mick Carter2nd June - 7:00 PM
Come and join us at our model railway club on Mondays and Wednesdays and help build our layouts in N, OO and O gauge, No experience neccesary as all abilities are welcome. Tea and biccies supplied. Give Richard a call on 01255223862
Tendring Model Railway Club3rd June - 10:00 AM
Collection of art by local artists inspired by local walks over 52 weeks. All for sale, come to buy or enjoy. Supporting Cancer Research & Rob George Foundation. 3rd to 29th June. 10am - 5pm daily (closed 16th) at The Sentinel Gallery, Wivenhoe, CO7 9DX. Admission Free. See www.artbyirenagrazia.com
Ipaint4hope3rd June - 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. Plants, produce and trust ephemera on sale. Archive exhibition and Railway Museum also open to visit.
Frinton & Walton Heritage Trust