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?
1st October - 7:00 PM
We meet the first Wednesday monthly at Clacton Bowls Club, Valley Road, Clacton. October 1st will be a display by guest speaker Alan Moorcroft FRPSI on the Channel Islands Occupation. New members welcome £5pa. For details phone Dave Pugh 01255429849.
Clacton Philatelic Society1st October - 7:30 PM
Evening of Mediumship every Wednesday fortnight at The Brotherhood Hall, Clacton on Sea, CO15 3BW. Cost of only £3.50 entry also includes Tea, Coffee and Biscuits. Different medium each fortnight. Doors open 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Everyone welcome. With love, Viv, Elouise and Circle friends
Angel Wings2nd October - 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 Peters2nd October - 10:30 AM
We normally meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 10:30am – 12noon. You are invited to join us for a chance to chat with others who are at different stages of coping with loss. Bereavement Team Members on hand. St John's Church Hall, Gt Clacton (behind the shops on North Road)
St John's Church, Gt Clacton2nd October - 10:30 AM
We normally meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 10:30am – 12noon. You are invited to join us for a chance to chat with others who are at different stages of coping with loss. Bereavement Team Members on hand. St John's Church Hall, Gt Clacton (behind the shops on North Road)
St John's Church, Gt Clacton2nd October - 10:30 AM
We normally meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 10:30am – 12noon. You are invited to join us for a chance to chat with others who are at different stages of coping with loss. Bereavement Team Members on hand. St John's Church Hall, Gt Clacton (behind the shops on North Road)
St John's Church, Gt Clacton2nd October - 1:30 PM
Colchester Castle Bridge Club is starting a new social bridge session for beginners who want to play basic bridge. Play bridge and learn a few tips as well (no formal teaching). No partner required. Where: Colchester Quaker House Time: 1.30 to 3.30pm Cost: 1st session free, £4 thereafter
Colchester Castle Bridge Club2nd October - 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.
Ellie2nd October - 7:30 PM
We meet the first Thursday monthly at the United Reform Church, 6 Carnarvon Road, Clacton CO156PH. October 2nd will be an illustrated talk "Big Bangs to Big Rips" by guest speaker Matthew Bothwell & a night sky presentation. Visitors welcome £2. Details at clactonastronomy.co.uk or call 01255429849
Clacton & District Astronomical Association3rd October - 7:30 AM
An evening with Julian Dicks and Carlton Cole, hosted by Tony Gale, at The Columbine Centre, Walton on the Naze on Friday 6th October 2025 start 7.30pm. Tickets £25 pp by searching ‘Ticket Tailor Mandeville Promotions’. Donation from this event will be made to Prostate Cancer.
Mandeville Promotions3rd October - 10:00 AM
Members and potential members welcome at McGrigor Hall, Ashlyns Road, Frinton. Speaker is John Rayment on The History of Thames Sailing Barges. Tea/coffee follows with a chance to meet people and chat. For more details contact Phyllis. Website: frintonwaltonanddistrictu3a.org.uk. LEARN-LAUGH–LIVE
Fwd U3a, Mc Grigor Hall, Ashlyns Road, Frinton3rd October - 2:00 PM
We meet on the first Friday in the month at the Holland Public Hall, Frinton Road, Holland on Sea. The speaker this month is John Rayment on the History of Thames Sailing Barges. New members welcome - telephone Keith Lamden on 421862.
Tendring District U3a3rd October - 7:00 PM
Ever wondered how a kestrel hovers or what speed a peregrine can dive at? Come along to this evening where experts will answer your questions. As well as a talk they will be flying the birds in the visitor centre. Advanced booking essential. £10 per person. Doors open at 6.30pm.
Essex Wildlife Trust3rd October - 7:30 PM
Make up a team if 4-6 or join others on the evening, our QUIZ NIGHT at Brett Vale Golf Club, Raydon, Suffolk starts at 7.30pm on 3rd OCTOBER and is open to all. Test your trivia knowledge in our 8 round quiz - refreshments included, ticket price of £15pp. Order tickets from 01473 310718.
Brett Vale Golf Club4th October - 9:00 AM
Local food, meat, honey and eggs, bread and pastries and cakes. Various crafts, cards, knitted and sewn items, glass art, wood craft, artisan soaps, jewellery, Gifts and more. Cafe serving drinks and breakfast baps. Free entry, car park and disabled facilities. 9 am-Midday. Ford Lane, CO7 8AT.
Alresford Craft And Farmers Market4th October - 10:30 AM
Table Top Sale at McGrigor Hall, Fourth Avenue, Frinton-on-Sea Co13 9EB Tombola, Cake and many other stalls. Tea and coffe and much more 10.30am to 3.30pm all proceeds to Essex Air ambulance. Entry £1.
Frinton Wi4th October - 7:30 PM
Fifteen years ago, three musicians met at an open mic night—and never looked back. From the streets of Colchester to the stage, Those Colchester Buskers have built a loyal following with their heartfelt harmonies, infectious energy and stories told through song.
Headgate Theatre5th October - 4:00 PM
Programme: Haydn, String Quartet op 33 no 4 Bb major - Janacek, String Quartet no 2 'Intimate Letters' - Beethoven, String Quartet op 131 - Tickets £18 via website www.svam.org.uk Call 01206 298426 or email svamtickets@btinternet.com Venue: St Mary's Church, East Bergholt CO7 6TG
Stour Valley Arts And Music (Svam)6th October - 7:00 PM
Railway Art and Railways on stamps and postal history by Colin Evans at Soken House, The Triangle, Frinton on Sea, Essex. CO13 0AU
Mick Carter6th October - 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