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Beryl and Clive (Their Musical) , 27th July 2024, 19:45 to 22:45 at Headgate Theatre Colchester, Chapel Street North, Colchester (12.8 miles)
It’s sing or die with Beryl & Clive, a wildly funny comedy following this fabulously unconventional couple who break all the rules to fulfil their creative dreams. Believing in yourself is the heart of this story, with laughter and chaos running the show and creative spirits are unleashed. Amy Gibbons’ writing takes you on a joyful journey into the absurd, where relationships and self expression take on a whole new meaning. With clown, song and dance this play promises an explosion of love and hilarity like never seen before.
“Not just funny, hilarious..." (J.Pearson Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club)
(Advisory: This musical contains some adult themes which are explored in a light, clownish way, making the show suitable for children.)
Tickets £15, £12 plus booking fee.
The Cambridge Country Show, 10th August 2024 to 11th August 2024, 10:00 to 17:00 at Stow Cum Quy Park, CB25 9AJ (24.2 miles)
The Cambridge Country Show
We definitely have the show with something for everybody this year. Tons of fun to be had at the Show. What is set to be an amazing day out with an array of attractions and stands to a day filled with Horses, Motorbike Stunts, Stunt Ring, Wrestling, Barrel Racing, Jonathan Marshall from Game of Thrones, Gundog Displays and so much more.
We will be welcoming the British BMX Bike winner, Inspire Motorbike Stunt Team, the awe inspiring Dog and Duck Show both in the main ring and dog ring, Falconry displays by Angie and Rick displaying the wonderful world of wings and will also have an amazing static display of birds, history Revisited village, Dog tricks and displays and our HUGE Classic Car Show at the same time.
For all those foodie’s out there, why not watch our cookery demonstrations held throughout the day from some wonderful Chefs from far afield as well as extremely local and don’t forget to visit our small food producers with an array of quality products for sale and support small and local.
The very talented Markele Magic from Britains Got Talent will be at the show, you will not be disappointed watching one of his many shows. The Buccaneers touring Musical will also be there – a fabulous pirate show who will host performances four times daily. We have some very talented and wonderful local musicians and choirs on both days who will be playing and singing throughout the day including some wonderful bands.
WE LOVE DOGS which is running alongside our Country Show is greatly popular with its Charity Fun Dog with over 20 Dog Classes, Pedigree Dog Show with over 20 classes all of which the proceeds go to a variety of animal Charities, Owner and Celebrity Lookalike Competition, Dog Agility, Dogs Have Got Talent, Flyball, Gundog Displays and so much more. We love Dogs raised close to £18,000 for Charity in 2022.
YOUNGER FUN: Our younger visitors will be kept happy at the show with our wonderful Punch and Judy, Puppet Shows, Gemma’s Petting Farm, Amazing Reptiles, Superhero’s, Donkey Rides and so much more to do.
RURAL CRAFTERS – Handcrafted and Made with Love – we will have some fabulous Rural Crafters demonstrating and making what they sell at the show – made with love and not for the sake of it. There will also be the most wonderful Chainsaw Carving Demonstrations by some wonderful artists and last but not least, try your luck with our ARCHERY HAVE A GO.
Cilla and the Swinging 60's, 23rd August 2024, 19:30 to 22:30 at Headgate Theatre Colchester, Chapel Street North, Colchester (12.8 miles)
Celebrating the Life and Music of the legendary Cilla Black, Cilla & The Swinging 60s is a highly entertaining show, which also includes a handpicked selection of her well-known contemporaries, including Dusty Springfield, Lulu, Petula Clark, The Beatles and many more.
Starring the unforgettable voice of Sandy Smith, along with her talented dancers, the show will take you on a rollercoaster journey through many of the greatest pop songs of the 60s including Cilla’s own chart toppers ‘Anyone Who Had A Heart’ “Alfie” and ‘You’re My World’.
This show is selling out theatres around the country and the reviews speak for themselves.
Other great songs of the decade are featured including “Dancing in the Street”, “Shout”, “Do You Love Me” and “Proud Mary” which will leave you all with that “feel-good” vibe. Hit after hit brings you to your feet ‘Cilla & The Swinging 60s’ has everything – smash hit songs, great music, dancing, singing and a huge smiling memory of the unforgettable Cilla Black.
Tickets £15 plus booking fee.
Wind in the Willows , 24th August 2024 at Headgate Theatre Colchester, Chapel Street North, Colchester (12.8 miles)
We are Burnt Coffee, a theatrical company based in East Anglia. We are back on tour, offering an imaginative adaptation of WIND IN THE WILLOWS. This Summer, we are encouraging families to delve into the world of Rat, Mole and Toad. With a cast of eight playing over thirty characters, and no prop being used only once, the stage will be booming with creativity and colour… you’ll think we’re by the riverbank!
This adaptation has been written with Kenneth Grahame’s classic at the forefront, with a little comedic flair to make it our own. The tale follows Mole and Mr Rat, as they bask in the sun enjoying a hamper of earthworm sandwiches. An uninvited guest, the owner of Toad Hall, interrupts and adventure ensues. Expect motorcars, boats, carriages, prison, angry badgers and even a weasel or two!
Performances at 2pm and 6pm.
Tickets £9, £7 plus booking fee
Are you retired? On your own, lonely and in need of fellowship? meet at Christian Outreach Centre, Broad Street Green Road, Great Totham, Maldon (9.5 miles)
Why not join us, a Christian based club for men and women that is open to non-Christians. Sing a hymn of your younger days, share memories and have someone to have a game of draughts, dominoes etc. There will always be someone to have a have a chat with or you could join in a singalong! Come have a tea or coffee and make new friends. We meet on the 2nd Tuesday of every month.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Buffalo Springs CMC meet at Tolleshunt Knights Village Hall, Top Road, Tolleshunt Knights, Maldon (9.5 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01245 491252 or 01245 281488
Chelmsford Chess Club meet at North Springfield Community Association, Forsythia Close, Chelmsford (7.8 miles)
Chelmsford Chess Club is an established and sucessful chess club with over 30 full-time members, whose standards range from beginner through to county level. Affiliated to the British Chess Federation, the club competes in the North Essex Chess League (NECL) where, this year, it's highly successful 'A' team were crowned League Champions for the 3rd successive season. In all, the club fields 4 teams in the league, providing all members with the opportunity to experience competitive chess. It also hosts an annual Club Championship as well as a time-handicapped 'Summer Tournament'.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Chelmsford Ice Dance Club meet at Riverside Ice and Leisure Centre, Victoria Road, Chelmsford (9 miles)
Riverside Ice Dance Club is based at the Riverside Ice and Leisure Centre in Chelmsford and meet on Tuesday evenings 6.45 - 8 p.m. New members and visiting skaters are welcomed.
If you'd like more information, you can visit thier website
Chelmsford Opera Group meet at Great Baddow United Reform Church, High Street, Great Baddow, Chelmsford (9.9 miles)
We welcome singers of any ability to join us to have some fun. Monday nights at 8pm until 10pm at Great Baddow united reform church
We are rehearsing for July's performance of Carmen at Cramphorn theatre. We still need to fill some main roles...Don Jose,Escamillo,Morales, El Remendado and Frasquita
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Frank Midgley on 01376 511513 or email Frank Midgley
Chelmsford Riverside Ice Skating Club meet at Riverside Ice & Leisure Centre, Victoria Road, Chelmsford (9 miles)
Affiliated to NISA (National Ice Skating Association of UK) based at the Riverside Ice & Leisure Centre in Chelmsford. Our skaters meet at "Club Nights" each Friday where they get an hour of on-ice activity with 2 Professionals organising games, discos, stroking etc.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Dunmow air cadets meet at Drill Hall, High Street, Dunmow (7 miles)
We are recruiting now!
if youy are free on monday and thursday nights and aged between 13 and 18 then come to the drill hall on the high street
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Essex Acorn User Group meet at Great Baddow Village Hall (9.8 miles)
Each meeting is on the second Tuesday of the month.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club
Futuristics Baton Twirlers meet at Broomfield Methodist Church (Hall), Main Road, Broomfield, Chelmsford (7.7 miles)
Open to girls and boys aged from 2 1/2 years to have FUN and make new friends and learn how to twirl a baton, use pom poms, have the chance to take part in competitions, carnivals and displays.
We meet Thursdays with different sessions based on age: Tiny Tots 'A' group - 2 1/2 years - 3 1/2 years - 4-4.30pm
Tiny Tots 'B' group - 3 1/2 years - 5 years - 4.30-5pm
Juvenile Beginners - 6-9 years - 5-6pm
Junior Beginners - 10-12 years - 5-7pm
Seniors - 13+ years - 5-7pm
Come along and have a try for FREE (Subject to availability).
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01245 444059 or visit thier website
Gap Youth Group meet at Christian Outreach Centre, Broad Street Green Road, Great Totham, Maldon (9.5 miles)
The vision of the Gap Youth Group is aimed at young people between the ages of 11-16. However, young people who are above this age range are welcome to take part. The name of the group the GAP means to bridge the gap with the young community in Heybridge and Maldon. It provides a youth orientated club with relevant bible teaching and worship. This is combined with plenty of fun, indoor and outdoor activities.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Grove Tennis Club meet at Grove Lawn Tennis Club, Moulsham Drive, Chelmsford (9.9 miles)
Grove Tennis Club welcome upcoming tennis stars of all ages
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Recoil Trampoline Club meet at Parsonage Downs, Parsonage Downs, Dunmow (7.3 miles)
Our club offers coaching to all who wish to enjoy the sport, including children and adults of all ages, abilities and needs. We have dedicated and integrated sessions for those members with special needs, members who bounce at a recreational level for fun and exercise, and for those who train at an advanced level to compete at regional, national and international competitions.
As a growing club, we have a good number of National grade competitors and in 2012 had a record number successfully qualify for the National Finals in Birmingham in July. We are a dedicated club with dedicated coaches giving their time for the benefit of a dynamic and challenging sport to enable every one of our members to participate to the best of their ability.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01277 500282, email the club or visit thier website
Silver Wings meet at Marconi Athletic & Social Club, Beehive Lane, Chelmsford (10 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Russell on 01245 601796
Sunbeams meet at Christian Outreach Centre, Broad Street Green Road, Great Totham, Maldon (9.5 miles)
Sunbeams is a new Toddler Group in Heybridge for all pre-school children. The group runs every term-time Tuesday from 9.30am-11.30am. Our group meets at the Christian Outreach Centre in Heybridge for a morning of fun, games, crafts, and singing! We hope to see you there
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
The Fun Factory meet at Christian Outreach Centre, Broad Street Green Road, Great Totham, Maldon (9.5 miles)
An evening club for children aged between 5 and 11. The Fun Factory is held every Tuesday evening between 5.30pm and 6.30pm during term time and features games, stories competitions and the now-legendary, joke contest!
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Tiptree United CMC meet at Tiptree Social Club, Chapel Road, Tiptree, Colchester (8.5 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Graham on 01245 491252