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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?

Come And Play Petanque/Boule

26th May - 2:00 PM

We play Petanque/Boule on the Sports Field at Vista Road Sport Centre, Clacton on Sunday, Monday & Thursday's afternoons 2pm to 4pm, weather permitting throughout the year. Car Park, Toilets & Boule is available. Contact Derek

Clacton Petanque

Frinton & Walton Heritage Trust Coffee Morning

27th May - 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

The New Gift Box

27th May - 1:30 PM

We are a small group of people who knit for Charity. We knit lots of different items including seamen's hats, clothes and blankets for children, lap blankets for the elderly, twiddle muffs, hats, scarves, gloves, socks and much more.WHY NOT COME AND JOIN US at the Brightlingsea Community Centre.

The New Gift Box

Essex Book Festival Launch Day 2025 Harwich

28th May - 9:00 AM

Join us in Harwich on May 28th for Essex Book Festival's 2025 Launch day. The day will be a community celebration of Harwich’s heritage and coastline, with a variety of workshops, walks and talks. This event kicks off the start of a month-long festival with over 100 exciting events across Essex.

Essex Book Festival

Probus Club Of Colchester

28th May - 10:00 AM

The Red Squirrels of Mersea - Dougal Urquhart. Probus is a club for retired or semi-retired professional & business people. Coffee 10am, presentation 10.30am. Non-members please contact us to reserve a place. Colchester Rugby Club, Raven Park, Cuckoo Farm Way, CO4 5YX

Probus Club Of Colchester

Event

28th May - 10:30 AM

St Osyth Priory Walking Tours of the Historic buildings. Tractor Trailer Tours of the Parklands with commentary see the wildlife and cattle up close. Every Wednesday from 28th May – 24th September. Tickets £8 per person. For tickets and information visit prioryeducationcentre.co.uk

St Osyth Priory Trust

The Mushroom Show

28th May - 2:30 PM

Scratchworks Theatre explores the fabulous world of fungi, uncovering the scientific superpowers & amazing abilities of mushrooms! Packed with interactive theatre, playful music & plenty of laughs, The Mushroom Show is a joyful celebration of connection & community—perfect for the whole family

Headgate Theatre Colchester

Angel Wings Evening Of Mediumship

28th May - 7:00 PM

Evening of mediumship at the Brotherhood Hall, Clacton on Sea. Every fortnight Wednesday. Doors open 7.00pm for a 7.30pm start. £3.50 entry includes tea, coffee, cakes and biscuits. Different medium each fortnight. Friendly atmosphere. All welcome. Love and Light, Viv and Circle Friends.

Angel Wings

Author Ben Okri In Conversation With Jak Peake

28th May - 7:00 PM

Join the multi-award-winning poet, playwright and novelist Ben Okri in conversation at the Electric Palace Cinema in Harwich.

Essex Book Festival

Frinton Community Association Sale Of Jigsaw & Books

29th May - 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

29th May - 10:00 AM

Every Thursday 10.00am - 1.15pm Come in, connect with others, make new friends. Refreshments available with homemade soup and a roll served from midday. All free of charge.

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

Mayday Friendship Group

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 Community

Meet Up And Move With Miranda

29th 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 Eb

Sugarcraft Demonstration

29th 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 Association

Songbirds Laura Wyatt

29th 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 Colchester

Frinton Literary Festival Fund Raising Quiz

30th 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 Festival

Book Sale

31st 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 Centre

St. John's Church Coffee Morning

31st 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)

Plant Sale And Coffee Morning

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 Hall

Summer Craft Fair

31st May - 10:00 AM

The Bourne Valley Crafters, and selected guest are holding their annual Summer Craft Fair on 31st May & 1st June 2025. Meet the makers of unusual and unique artisan gifts in the Granary Barn, Flatford CO7 6UL. Free admission. Refreshments available in the Tea Room. Car park charges may apply.

Bourne Valley Crafters