Headgate Theatre Productions presentThe Chalk Garden by Enid BagnoldWed 18th – Sat 21st June 2025Directed by Elly Kent JohnsonFirst performed in 1955, The Chalk Garden by Enid Bagnold, tells the story of the imperious Mrs St Maugham and her granddaughter Laurel, a disturbed child under the care of Miss Madrigal, a governess.Miss Madrigal’s secretive past [...]

Headgate Theatre Productions presentThe Chalk Garden by Enid BagnoldWed 18th – Sat 21st June 2025Directed by Elly Kent JohnsonFirst performed in 1955, The Chalk Garden by Enid Bagnold, tells the story of the imperious Mrs St Maugham and her granddaughter Laurel, a disturbed child under the care of Miss Madrigal, a governess.Miss Madrigal’s secretive past [...]

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 £12 / £10 concessions.Doors open 7pm, starts 7.30pm.An all-star night of wordsmithery in partnership with WORD HABIT.Andy RileyAndy Riley is an exceptionally funny man with a comedy CV to die for! He’s written for a whole host of beloved comedy shows, including Big Train, Smack The Pony, Armstrong and Miller, Black Books, Spitting Image, [...]

Do you love all things 90s?! Are you a huge fan of drag?! Well shantay this way because “NOW! That’s What I Call…DRAG! Me Back To The 90s!" is HERE!Combining the iconic decade of the 90s with tons of camp, comedy and chaos, get ready for a classic slice of British drag cabaret as we [...]

Headgate Theatre Productions presentThe Chalk Garden by Enid BagnoldWed 18th – Sat 21st June 2025Directed by Elly Kent JohnsonFirst performed in 1955, The Chalk Garden by Enid Bagnold, tells the story of the imperious Mrs St Maugham and her granddaughter Laurel, a disturbed child under the care of Miss Madrigal, a governess.Miss Madrigal’s secretive past [...]

It's back!! We will be putting on our second Cider and Cheese festival.Loads of great proper cider and plenty of tasty cheese!! 20 real ciders will be pouring and there will be some wonderful cheese from the Church Street Deli.

Enjoy a top quality Afternoon Tea at the historic Tymperleys in Colchester, followed by ‘Secrets of Showbiz’ with Steve Scruton and Alan Goldsmith, revealing backstage stories from the biggest stars, featuring music, film and laughter.To book: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/layermarneytower1/1679180

Come to The Minories and try your hand atorigami. Free workshops on the third Friday of everymonth from 6pm-8pm. This event is run by members of @britishorigami whohave their archive and library at The Minories.

Friday 20th June, 6pm - 9pmFree entry, market, DJ and bar*Happy Hour 6-7pm* exclusive trader preview and a jazzy birthday drink/snack offer from PatchChildren must be aged 13+ and accompanied by an adultSaturday 21st June, 10am - 4pm Free entry, our daytime market continuesPatch will be open for breakfast and lunchAll ages welcomeColchester Makerspace and [...]

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ROCKEOKE returns to Roots & Grooves Colchester, on The Third Friday of The Month!Come along to our karaoke night with a twist; we want YOU to sing along to your favourite alternative tracks!That's right, the songs you think nobody wants to hear are the exact songs we want you to sing!Join us from 19:00 - [...]