Events

A laugh-out-loud slapstick whodunnit featuring four actors, a dozen characters and a whole load of chaos.When a priceless painting goes missing at a private auction, Detective Stuart Pidcock is called upon to uncover the mystery. However, when he cannot solve it himself he is forced to enlist the help of an old nemesis. Together, the [...]

NOT YOUR AVERAGE UKULELE BAND. JOIN US FOR A FUN UKULELE SINGALONG IN THE GROUND FLOOR BAR OF THREE WISE MONKEYS FROM 7.30PM. FREE ENTRYTurn up, tune up and get involved. There is a different songbook each month, downloadable via QR code on the night so anyone can play or sing along. It's not about [...]

Is there a more beautiful sound than bird song? Learn to recognise the sounds of spring, join our expert guide Liz for a half day workshop to introduce you to the world of birdsong.Start the morning with an hours theory talk inside before heading out onto the reserve to see what you can hear!£15. Places [...]

I will be in attendance with my full range of home made Chilli sauces, Chutneys, Jams, Alcoholic jams, marmalade's, and cordials.

​Masters students from Art History at the University of Essex present ‘Call it Love’.Love is fluid, messy, and often political. This exhibition rethinks the narratives we inherit—beyond romance, beyond tradition—to explore love in all its complexity. From chosen families to radical acts of care, this exhibition showcases contemporary artists and archival materials that challenge the [...]

Vinyl Nights - Thursday evenings every other month starting from May 1st. Enjoy a relaxed evening of great music, good company, and some fantastic records spinning all night long! This month - 70s sounds!!!

Join us for a special evening : one of our guides will take you round the reserve in a small group private tour of the reserve to enjoy the speculator sound of the Nightingale.Visitor center cafe and shop will be open from 6-7pm for hot and cold drinks, snacks.Walk will commence at 7pm for approx [...]

A FREE monthly Open Workshop, a chance for current & potential members to come together and catch up.Thinking of becoming a member and want to know more? Already a member and want to catch up with the others? Colchester Makerspace Socials are free of charge, include a short introduction to Colchester Makerspace and an opportunity [...]

Test your knowledge of films and help raise money for an incredible cause!- £3 a head (cash only, all proceeds to charity)- Maximum 6 to a team - Food available throughout - Book via https://sevn.ly/xJWOHUhNIf you book and then decide not to attend, please cancel your booking. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the [...]

We are a local life drawing group in Colchester. We meet up for untutored drawings with professional models from all backgrounds.All abilities are welcome. Just drop in, draw and pay £10 cash for the session.Drawing boards, easels, papers, charcoal and pencils are provided for free or bring your materials.Accessible venue.Location: Straight Road Community Centre329 Straight [...]

Tickets £6.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.Monthly nights of retro horror screenings from the mainly Brit school of Hammer, Amicus etc. Presented by Classic Horror buff and local musician Jason Frederick. Popcorn, a monthly themed cocktail, plenty of dry ice and often very daft over-blown intros. Join us!SHOCK WAVESFeaturing the gold and silver age masters of [...]

Join us for an our brand new Thursday night here in Colchester! The big news is it’s 25%Off all drinks all night! 🥤🍸🍷🍺 Plus it’s FREE Entry!After dinner, the pub or Karaoke in the city why not end your night in Colchester with a dance and a drink before you head home!