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?
19th December - 7:45 PM
With Laura Wyatt on vocals and Darrel Mayhead on guitar, The Jazz Duo return to get you feeling festive as the final countdown towards Christmas begins! Expect Christmas classics from Bing Crosby, Judy Garland, Nat King Cole and Ella Fitzgerald – plus mince pies in the interval! £14 plus booking fee
Headgate Theatre20th December - 9:00 AM
Sale of Christmas decorations, cards, wrapping paper etc outside The Autumn Centre shop in Victoria Place, Brightlingsea from 9-3pm. All proceeds support the charity
The Autumn Centre20th December - 4:30 PM
This much-loved simple service offers a pleasant approach to our preparations for Christmas week. Family-friendly, but welcoming all ages, with a brief candlelit finale. Come along and join in.
St James' Church, Brightlingsea20th December - 7:30 PM
Join Edwyrdian Tales for an evening of haunting dark delights set during Christmastide. This year’s night of seasonal spirits features chilling tales from classic authors M.R. James and Marjorie Bowen, brought to life in a one-man performance directed and haunted by Matthew Wood.
Headgate Theatre20th December - 7:30 PM
Live Country Music once a month @ Brightlingsea Comm, Centre, for Line/Freestyle Dancers or just sit & listen to some of best in UK Country Music. Tea, coffee & refreshments available + licensed bar. For our Xmas party we welcome 4 piece band "Rocky Road Ramblers". Everyone welcome
Crab & Winkle Country Music Club21st December - 4:30 PM
Come along to our traditional service of 9 Lessons & Carols, supported by St James' Singers, recounting the Christmas story as we prepare for the big celebration. We offer a warm welcome with light refreshments to follow.
St James' Church, Brightlingsea21st December - 6:00 PM
Anthony brings Dickens’ beloved festive tale to life in a funny & dramatic word-perfect recital, accompanied by pianist Jamie Cunliffe. Through Dickens’ own evocative language, experience Scrooge’s ghostly journey of redemption on the streets of old London. Tickets £9 plus booking fee.
Headgate Theatre21st December - 6:30 PM
Carols by Candlelight service at St Michael's Church, The Street, Kirby le Soken. CO13 0EF. For information and updates see our website stmichaelskirby.org.uk
St Michael's Church22nd 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 Club22nd December - 7:30 PM
A warm welcome to this quiet contemplative service devised for those who wish to celebrate the Christ-child's Nativity gently and respectfully, but may feel overwhelmed by more lively worship.
St James' Church, Brightlingsea24th December - 10:00 AM
For those who like to celebrate gently and respectfully, a repeat of Monday evening's quiet contemplative service, but with optional Communion. Warm welcome with light refreshments to follow.
St James' Church, Brightlingsea24th December - 4:00 PM
A warm welcome awaits on Christmas Eve at St Michael's Church, The Street, Kirby le Soken. Christingle service 4 pm and Midnight Late night service 11.30 pm
St Michael's Church24th December - 5:30 PM
Popular Christmas Eve family event. Our Sunday group and other young friends perform a new version of the Nativity story, with familiar carols for the congregation to join in. Lasts about an hour, with light refreshments to follow. All welcome.
St James' Church, Brightlingsea24th December - 11:30 PM
Our traditional service with optional Communion, heralding the great festival when we can wish each other Happy Christmas at 12 midnight. A warm welcome to people from any church, or none in particular.
St James' Church, Brightlingsea25th December - 9:30 AM
All are welcome at our Christmas Morning Family Service at St Michael's Church, Kirby le Soken.
St Michael's Church25th December - 10:00 AM
Join us for a special family service with optional Communion on this joyous morning.
St James' Church, Brightlingsea29th December - 10:00 AM
CVST will be open on Mon 29th Dec for a Twixmas Coffee Morning for those spending the Christmas Period on their own. Plenty of tea, coffee and festive treats. Plus some fun and games too. Free to come along - a warm welcome awaits. CVST Imperial House, Rosemary Road, Clacton. CO15 1NZ
Community Voluntary Services Tendring29th December - 1:00 PM
We welcome visitors of a reasonable standard playing Acol to give 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 Club31st December - 8:00 PM
New Years Eve Dance. Ballroom Latin and Sequence Dancing and some fun party dances at Shrub End Social Centre, Shrub End Road CO3 4SA. Tickets £12 at the door please bring your food and drink. For info ; Tel 07941343881
Shrub End Social Centre.31st December - 8:00 PM
New Years Eve Ballroom Latin and Sequence dance plus a few party dances, Bring your own food and drink, bring your friends, Admission £12 at the door. Held at Shrub End Social Centre Shrub End Road, CO3 4SA. For info Tel: 07941343881.
Shrub End Social Centre.