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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?

The Sailor’s Odyssey

28th November - 7:45 PM

A Pint of Shanty is a mixed group of singers, musicians & actors performing shanties, sea songs & folk songs woven together to tell a story. With warmth and humour, they offer an informative, enjoyable and fun evening. Previous appearances include the Harwich Sea Shanty Festival and other events

Headgate Theatre

Christmas Lace Day

29th November - 9:00 AM

Join us for our Christmas Party, bring along your pillow or other craft. Beginners welcome (equipment provided upon request). For more info see our website: essexlacemakers.org.uk. We meet at Henry Dixon Hall, Rivenhall End, CM8 3HR (10am-4pm).

Essex Lace Makers

St. John's Church Christmas Coffee Morning

29th November - 9:30 AM

All are welcome to our Christmas Coffee Morning in St. John's Church, Gt. Clacton. There will be books & puzzles, homemade cakes, craft items, cards, Christmas cards & gifts and a 'New' stall full of bargains. So come and join us for coffee, cake, friendly chat and a bit of Christmas shopping!

St. John's Church (Stephanie)

All Saints' Christmas Fayre

29th November - 10:00 AM

Come along to All Saints' Church, Walton High Street to explore our handmade Christmas gifts and decorations, cards and bric-a-brac, enjoy a chat, a coffee and indulge in some delicious home made cakes. All proceeds to All Saints' Church.

All Saints' Church, Walton On The Naze

Christmas Craft Fair

29th November - 10:00 AM

The Bourne Valley Crafters and selected guests are holding their Xmas Craft Fair on 29th & 30th November 2025. Meet the makers of artisan gifts in the Granary Barn, Flatford, East Bergholt CO7 6UL Free admission. Mince pies and mulled wine in the medieval Great Hall. Carpark charges may apply.

Bourne Valley Crafters

Fordham Christmas Bazaar

29th November - 10:00 AM

Fordham Village Hall in Church Road Fordham Essex invite you along to their annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday 29th November 2026 between 10.00 a.m. and 2.00p.m.

Fordham Village Hall Management Committee

Tudor Yuletide At Paycocke's House And Garden

29th November - 11:00 AM

Experience an authentic Tudor Yuletide with The Companye of Merrie Folke and discover how Thomas Paycocke and his household would have spent the festive season: the decorations, the music; the food, drink and revelry! Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November / 11am - 4pm. No pre-booking required.

Paycocke's House And Garden (National Trust)

Winstons Wheels

29th November - 11:00 AM

Saturday 29th November from 11am to 3pm. Winstons wheels disabled dog charity, number 1191322. Will be at the Bull Hotel, Long Melford with their Christmas themed tombola plus Christmas gift ideas and decorations. Please join us.

Sheila Phillips

The Electro Jazz Band

29th November - 7:30 PM

The Electro Jazz Band back by popular demand, are performing in All Saints' Church, Feering, CO5 9QQ. Pay on the door, £15 includes Glass of Prosecco.

Val Goulding Pcc

Colchester Symphony Orchestra St Botolphs Church Colchester

29th November - 7:30 PM

Our Wind & Brass Spectacular concert includes key works from the wind band tradition, wonderful reworkings of light classics & exciting film score arrangements. See www.colchestersymphonyorchestra.org.uk Tickets £18 (under 25s free) email: csotickets1@gmail.com, phone 01206 271128 or at the door.

Colchester Symphony Orchestra

Ballroom Dancing

29th November - 7:30 PM

Ballroom Sequence and Latin dancing at Shrub End Social Centre, Shrub End Rd . Every last Saturday of the month. Starts at 7.30 B Y O F D. Admission £6 at the door. Tel 07941343881

Shrub End Social Centre.

Ballroom Latin And Sequence Dancing

29th November - 7:30 PM

Monthly Ballroom Latin and Sequence Dance held at Shrub End Social Centre, Shrub End Road CO3 4SA, come and join us bring your own food and drink. Admission £6 at the door. for info Tel: 07941343881

Shrub End Social Centre.

Quiz Night Christmas Themed

29th November - 8:00 PM

Come and join us for our Christmas themed Quiz Night. £2 entry per person. Teams of up to 6 people. Venue address: Coggeshall Conservative Club, 32 Church St, Coggeshall CO6 1TX

Coggeshall Conservative Club

Essex Witches And Pagans Festive Yule Market

30th November - 10:00 AM

Join us and dive into a day filled with enchanting Yule magic and joy as we celebrate the turning of the Wheel of the Year. URLs: Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3276329-0?pid=10667 Facebook: https://go.evvnt.com/3276329-2?pid=10667

Dawn Meadows

Leavenheath Christmas Fayre

30th November - 12:00 PM

Gifts and festive treats from local artisans and businesses, mince pies, mulled wine and hot chocolate. Entry £2 includes a tea, coffee or juice. Under 14's free. Village Hall, Wrights Way, CO6 4NS

Jill Dunkley

Rummikub Group

1st December - 9:30 AM

Join us for a fun game of Rummikub on a Monday morning at CVST Imperial House, Rosemary Rd CO15 1NZ. Meet new people and enjoy this increasing popular game. £2 each - includes tea/coffee. 9.30-11.30am. Newbies welcome

Community Voluntary Services Tendring

Frinton And District Philatelic Society

1st December - 7:00 PM

Christmas Celebrations -members' displays (8 sheets) and voting for Howard Davis Trophy (best members'display in 2025) followed by Xmas Buffet at Soken House, The Triangle, Frinton on Sea, Essex. CO13 0AU

Mick Carter

Tendring Model Railway Club

1st December - 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 Club

St James Church Christmas Coffee Morning

2nd December - 9:30 AM

Join us in the church hall, Tower Road, for our annual Christmas coffee morning. There will be Christmas gifts, crafts, homemade cakes and chutneys, jigsaws, a Christmas hamper raffle and friendly chat with a cup of tea or coffee. All welcome.

St James Church, Clacton On Sea

Cvst Click Clack Craft Group

2nd December - 2:00 PM

Come join us. If you knit, crochet or craft you can bring it with you. If you want to just chat, you can. Bring your partner, friends or come on your own. You will be very welcome. £2 each, includes refreshments. we meet 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month, 2-4pm. Imperial House, Rosemary Rd, CO15 1NZ.

Community Voluntary Services Tendring