Have you ever started writing a brilliant story – but then got stuck on what happens next? This hour-long workshop for writers aged 7 to 11 will teach you how to structure stories from beginning to end. We’ll explore how the storycoaster takes your characters on a wild ride, giving you everything you need to [...]
Bring along your unwanted clean clothes, shoes and accessories (womens’, mens’ and childrens’) that you have no further use for and enjoy swapping them for items that you will use. De-clutter your wardrobe and swap it for a new look!Drop off your items from 9.45am - 10.15amSwappers and non swappers can arrive 10.45am - 12 [...]
Get expert feedback on your art – book a free one-on-one portfolio review in our Portfolio Surgery morning sessions.In our free Artist Portfolio Surgery, an established artist and industry expert will provide constructive feedback, professional guidance and practical tips on how to strengthen your presentation, technique, and overall artistic vision.They’ll help you identify areas for [...]
Love it or loathe it, Jumbo has a story to tell. Discover how Colchester’s iconic water tower became the centre of a Victorian debate about public health, taxation and the role of local government with historian and researcher David Grocott. Today, Colchester’s Jumbo Water Tower is a much-loved local landmark. But when it was completed [...]
Join us for a fun, festive family workshop where you’ll design and decorate a lantern to take home and enjoy throughout the winter season.As Colchester lights up for winter, get creative and make your own colourful festive lantern to brighten up your home during the darker evenings.What to expectStart by exploring different ways to decorate [...]
Get into the festive spirit and give old clothes a new lease of life in this creative, hands-on workshop exploring the art of upcycling.Bring along an old, ripped, worn or unworn piece of clothing and transform it into something new for winter – from a festive accessory or badge to colourful decorations.What to expectLearn how [...]
November is National Novel Writing Month. Every year, thousands of writers around the world challenge themselves to write a book in thirty days – and this year, you can be one of them! Colchester Library’s Young Writers Novella November is a special series of three creative writing workshops designed to help writers aged 12 to [...]
New for 2026, our team have created a Live Captioned Talk + Tour of Colchester Castle, aimed at Deaf, deafened and hard of hearing audiences.Accompanied by live captions and images, our guide will first talk through the Castle’s 2,000-year history! After a Q&A, you will then be taken down into the Roman Vaults, the foundations [...]
Tickets on Sale Now → https://www.fatsoma.com/e/ujaqobxx/la/ue97The Northern Soul Day Party is coming! 🕺🎶Get ready for an afternoon of rare grooves, spinning soles, and feel-good soul as we celebrate one of the most iconic dance movements of all time. From underground classics to dance floor favourites, this is all about the music, the movement, and the [...]
Origami is a paper folding art originally from Japan/China. Learning origami not only helps with hand-eye coordination but improves concentration and problem-solving skills.This ancient art form has been used as meditation, stress relievers and a fun social activity with friends. In our Origami Workshop, Lu Yu will guide you step by step through the creation [...]
Our astronomy volunteers from Tiptree Star Gazers, will have telescopes set up for you to observe the Moon, any visible planets, and other fascinating objects in the night sky. 🔭⭐🌙Learn about the constellations, discover how to recognise them, and ask any astronomy-related questions you may have. Our knowledgeable volunteers will also be giving talks throughout [...]
Tickets £10 in advance, £12 on the door.Doors open 6.30pm. First band on 6.45pm.This gig is for a standing audience.All tickets cover admission and a free copy of the Dismanibus Dacia album to be collected on the door.Dismanibus, local melodic death band and titans of the Essex metal scene, are launching their magnum opus concept [...]
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