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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ History Tours
DESCRIPTION:The tour is approximately 30-45 minutes long and will run on Saturday\, 14 June\, at 2 PM. \nColchester Castle is offering free* monthly tours focusing on LGBTQ+ historical figures and themes\, open to anyone with an interest in new historical perspectives. Each tour promises a unique exploration of LGBTQ+ history\, and no two tours will be the same. \nThese tours cover a wide range of fascinating topics\, from Julius Caesar’s love for a Bithynian king to the stories of those imprisoned in Colchester Castle Gaol. Participants will gain an understanding of how the historical and cultural context of different eras has shaped LGBTQ+ history. Suitable for ages 16+. \nPlease note the tour includes climbing uneven stairs and crouching to pass through low archways. For useful information\, such as how to find us and what facilities Colchester Castle has\, we recommend reading our Access information. \n*The tour is free. If you wish to explore the museum afterwards\, you must pay for entry or show your Museums Pass at the front desk.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/lgbtq-history-tours-6/
LOCATION:Colchester Castle\, Colchester Castle
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Museums":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T220000
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SUMMARY:Northlane | Arts Centre Colchester | EU/UK Summer Tour | UK
DESCRIPTION:Northlane EU/UK Summer Tour \nSaturday 14th June Arts Centre Colchester – UK \nhttps://northlaneband.com/
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/northlane-arts-centre-colchester-eu-uk-summer-tour-uk/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T190000
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SUMMARY:Colchester Charter Hall - Coldplace
DESCRIPTION:🎶✨ Coldplace — The Leading Tribute to Coldplay ✨🎶 \n📅 Saturday 14th June📍 Charter Hall\, Colchester \nJoin us for an epic night with Coldplace\, the UK’s number one tribute to Coldplay\, bringing all the anthems and atmosphere of a real Coldplay show. \n💡 Collect your Xylo band on entrance and become part of the unforgettable\, synchronised light show experience — just like at a Coldplay concert! \n🎟️ Tickets available now — don’t miss out on this incredible night!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colchester-charter-hall-coldplace/
LOCATION:Colchester Charter Hall\, Colchester Charter Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T071007Z
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SUMMARY:Boudicca 50
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the release of Middle-Aged Angst\, the debut album by those kool Kat’s\, Ecto Peach. \nit’s also Their 50th gig and Matt’s turned 50 recently. \nWith special guests including The Rebel Party\, it will be a superb night!!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/boudicca-50/
LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecto Peach":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T223000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T071008Z
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SUMMARY:French Masterpieces
DESCRIPTION:Ravel: BoléroMassenet: Le Cid – ballet musicBerlioz: Symphonie fantastique \nConductor: Chris PhelpsLeader: Philippa Barton \nTickets: £18; under 25s free.To order tickets please call 01206 271128 or email csotickets1@gmail.com.Tickets are also available at the door.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/french-masterpieces/
LOCATION:St Botolph’s Church Walk\, Colchester\, CO2 7\, United Kingdom\, St Botolph's Church Walk\, Colchester\, CO2 7\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T223000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T071008Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Quiz @ Dice & a Slice
DESCRIPTION:Are you a movie buff that wants to test their knowledge against fellow cinephiles?Come along to our Movie Quiz Night at Dice & a Slice \n£3 per head\,maximum team of 6 people!  \nFood & Drink available & a fully licenced Bar \nSign your team up at the link below \nhttps://form.jotform.com/251183083032043
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/movie-quiz-dice-a-slice/
LOCATION:Dice & A Slice\, 37 Queen Street\, Colchester\, CO1 2PQ\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Dice &amp%3B a Slice":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T003000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
CREATED:20250611T071001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T071008Z
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SUMMARY:DJ Panaflex Presents : GET YA FREAK OFF 5
DESCRIPTION:Come on down and get your freak on (or off) at the Queen Street Brewhouse! Be prepared to be transported through decades with DJplaying an eclectic mix of of Punk\, Rock and Electro from 19:30 to 00:30
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/dj-panaflex-presents-get-ya-freak-off-5/
LOCATION:7 Queen Street\, CO1 2PG Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 7 Queen Street\, CO1 2PG Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Queen St Brewhouse":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T230000
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SUMMARY:Northlane
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £26.50.Doors open 8pm.This show is for a standing audience. \nFresh from the DOWNLOAD festival – Aussie metallers from Blacktown\, formed in 2009. The band comprises guitarists Jon Deiley and Josh Smith\, drummer Nic Pettersen and vocalist Marcus Bridge. \nNorthlane have released six studio albums: Discoveries (11 November 2011); Singularity (22 March 2013)\, which reached No. 3 on the ARIA Albums Chart; Node (24 July 2015)\, a number-one album; Mesmer (24 March 2017)\, Alien (2 August 2019) and Obsidian (22 April 2022). \nAt the ARIA Music Awards of 2015 the group won the Best Hard Rock or Heavy Metal Album category for their album Node. At the ARIA Music Awards of 2017\, the band won again with Mesmer. The band won the Best Hard Rock or Heavy Metal Album category for the third time at the ARIA Music Awards of 2019 for their 2019 album Alien. \nhttps://northlaneband.com/
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/northlane/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T130000
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SUMMARY:Getting Started with Drawing - Food
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Getting Started with Drawing\, a relaxed and beginner-friendly drawing workshop\, where you’ll explore sketching with pencil and fine-line pens. \nWhether you are completely new to drawing or looking to build confidence in your skills\, this workshop will help you master different drawing techniques and materials. \nEach session will focus on a new theme – such as portraits\, architecture\, or still life – giving you the chance to develop a broad range of drawing skills. For ages 16+. \nFor more info & tickets: https://firstsite.uk/event/getting-started-with-drawing/
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/getting-started-with-drawing-food/
LOCATION:Lewis Gardens\, CO1 1JH Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Firstsite Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
CREATED:20250211T071019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T071016Z
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SUMMARY:Steampunk Shenanigans and Market
DESCRIPTION:Ladies and gentlemen… \n…we cordially invite you to join us at the East Anglian Railway Museum for this\, our Steampunk fair hosted in conjunction with the League of Essexordinary Gentlemen. \nSuitably attired in all your splendour\, you may enjoy the delights of tea-duelling\, free-style hula-hooping and… emerging from his dungeon especially for this day… the legendary Herr Doktor. Meet the stall holders and browse their wares and you can disappear into the world of Steampunk! \nWe will also be holding a special Steampunk Market\, there will be a range of stalls in our new Exhibition Hall and outside on the events field. If you are a stall holder please see towards the bottom of this page about how you can get involved. \nSpectacular Steampunk Market \nTraders – come along and take part in our Steampunk Market\, from the every day to the unusual\, as well as speciality food and snacks\, everyone is welcome\, but we quick as we have a limited number of pitches available. \nOutside Pitches – 3m x 3m\, please bring along your own marquee\, table and equipment – £15 \nInside Pitches – within out new Exhibition Hall paved area. 1.8m frontage x 1.6m depth. – £25 \nLimited number of tables available for hire – £5. These are limited and on a first come\, first reserved basis. \nBe quick as places are limited.  \nAdmission:If you book in advance you can save 5%.Adults: £13.50Children: (4-15) £9.50Under 4s: Free  \nBook in advance now\, or book your place for the market via www.earm.co.uk/steampunk
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/steampunk-shenanigans-and-market/
LOCATION:East Anglian Railway Museum\, Chappel & Wakes Colne Station Station Rd\, Colchester\, CO6 2DS\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="East Anglian Railway Museum":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T160000
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SUMMARY:Father’s Day Meal & Comedy
DESCRIPTION:Make Father’s Day a special day by celebrating the best way- dad jokes\, beer and good food.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/fathers-day-meal-comedy/
LOCATION:1-2 Castle Road\, Colchester\, 1-2 Castle Road\, Colchester
ORGANIZER;CN="The Foresters Arms":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T203000
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SUMMARY:Vix & The Bleeding Hearts
DESCRIPTION:Making thier Victoria Inn debut and fresh from their album launch\, Vix & The Bleeding Hearts will be here to play some indie-psychedelic-pop tracks for you. \nThis is a free gig but donations are encouraged!! \nLet’s keep live music alive!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/vix-the-bleeding-hearts/
LOCATION:10 North Station Rd\, Colchester
ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Inn Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
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SUMMARY:Alan Barnes and Andy Panayi Sextet: Salute to Cannonball & Coltrane
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £17 / £16 concessions.Doors open 7pm\, starts 7.30pm.This gig is for a seated audience. \nAlan Barnes has been at the forefront of British jazz since 1980 and his musicianship and sense of humour have made him hugely popular in jazz clubs and festivals across the UK and beyond. He is best known for his work on clarinet\, alto and baritone saxes\, where he combines a formidable virtuosity with outstanding musical expression.  \nAndy Panayi is an exceptionally gifted musician\, skilled in performance\, composition and arranging. He plays all the flutes and all the saxophones and currently leads his own groups\, both jazz and classical. He also writes commissioned works and compositions & arrangements for his own ensembles. \nThey first played together more than three decades ago\, and since then have both gone on to be multi-award winners. \n‘Salute to Cannonball and Coltrane’ features material arranged by Alan Barnes and Andy Panayi from the extensive playbooks of John Coltrane and Cannonball Adderley\, including some from their collaboration with Miles Davis. The sextet will be playing post-bop tunes from a golden era of jazz\, including some from the 1959 album ‘The Cannonball Adderley Quintet in Chicago’\, re-released in 1964 as ‘Cannonball and Coltrane’ and John Coltrane’s album ‘Blue Trane’ from 1957. \nAlan Barnes: alto saxAndy Panayi: tenor saxRobbie Robson: trumpetJohn Donaldson: piano Simon Thorpe: double bassPete Cater: drums
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/alan-barnes-and-andy-panayi-sextet-salute-to-cannonball-coltrane/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250616T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250616T200000
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SUMMARY:Mercury Masterclass – Introduction to Intimacy Coordination Masterclass by Lucy Fennell
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Intimacy Coordination Masterclass by Lucy Fennell.  \nThis is a Mercury Creatives Masterclass in Association with Harlow Playhouse.  \nLocation: Harlow Playhouse (Studio Theatre)\, HarlowDate & Time: Mon 16 Jun\, 6-8pm \nThis workshop will introduce participants to principles and tools for approaching intimacy in performance. Participants will explore how artists can stage intimate content for theatre in a consent-forward way\, including communicating boundaries clearly and effectively to maintain actors’ wellbeing and create dynamic physical storytelling. The workshop will also discuss the practicalities of working on intimate scenes in the industry (for actors\, directors\, and producers) and the process of collaborating with Intimacy Directors. \nPlease note: there will be no nudity\, simulated sex or kissing in the workshop. Participants will be offered exercises which include basic non-romantic/erotic physical touch within boundaries\, but nobody will have to participate in anything they don’t want to. If you have any specific concerns please reach out on taylorhuntr@gmail.com.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/mercury-masterclass-introduction-to-intimacy-coordination-masterclass-by-robbie-taylor-hunt/
LOCATION:Harlow Playhouse Theatre\, Harlow Playhouse Theatre
ORGANIZER;CN="Mercury Theatre Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T210000
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SUMMARY:Pet Portrait Workshop\, Vic\, Tue
DESCRIPTION:Join my drawing workshop every third Tuesday\, 7-9 at the legendary Victoria Inn\, North Station Rd\, Colchester. £25 per person\, materials and guidance supplied. Sadly drinks are not supplied\, but do buy one (and there is no pressure to buy alcohol – teetotallers are 100% welcome in this pub!). Participants should bring a photo of an animal to work from. Please book this and any of my workshops via Eventbrite. I look forward to spending a fun\, relaxing time with you and helping you to get creative. 🙏
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/pet-portrait-workshop-vic-tue-2/
LOCATION:Victoria Inn Colchester\, 10 North Station Rd\, Colchester\, CO1 1RB\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Tina Bullen Fine Art":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T223000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T071029Z
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SUMMARY:Iona Lane
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £14.Doors open 7.30pm\, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience. \n‘Swilkie’\, the new album from highlands-based songwriter Iona Lane\, weaves ecology\, conservation\, islands and folklore into poetic songs and contemplative melodies. Written during three residencies on the Isle of Eigg\, Isle of Mull and Sanday in Orkney\, sense of place and landscape are at the core of these songs. From basking sharks to lighthouses\, lichen to vanishing islands\, curlews to shipwrecks; the album was recorded in a boathouse on the West Coast of Scotland and the eager listener may even hear the lapping sound of the tide murmuring through the album. Iona’s connection to places by the sea is translated through these songs with evolving vocal melodies\, subtle guitar and droning shruti box. \n“Lyrics and musical arrangements crackle with wide-eyed curiosity.” – Jude Rogers\, The Guardian \n“A real talent!” – Mark Radcliffe\, BBC Radio 2 Folk Show \n“Iona feels like a kindred spirit with her gorgeous evocations of landscape and geeky scientific references.” – Karine Polwart \n“An ethereal voice\, poetic phrase and storytelling” – BBC Countryfile Magazine
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/iona-lane/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250618T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250618T164500
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
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SUMMARY:HTP: The Chalk Garden
DESCRIPTION:Headgate Theatre Productions present \nThe Chalk Garden by Enid Bagnold \nWed 18th – Sat 21st June 2025 \nDirected by Elly Kent Johnson \nFirst 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 life is a mystery that is solved during the action of the play.The story also explores the impact of Miss Madrigal on a dysfunctional household\, including the put-upon manservant\, Maitland\, and the unseen but malignant ex-butler living upstairs. \nTickets available in April. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2003685853448126/?event_time_id=2003685870114791
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/htp-the-chalk-garden/
LOCATION:14 Chapel Street North\, CO2 7AT Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 14 Chapel Street North\, CO2 7AT Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Headgate Theatre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250618T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250618T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
CREATED:20250523T071023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T071000Z
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SUMMARY:Pale Ale Beer & Food Taster Evening
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday 18th June for our Pale Ale Beer & Food Taster Evening. \nSpend the evening exploring a curated range of Pale Ales\, expertly paired with delicious dishes designed to complement the bold and refreshing flavours of each beer. Expect great food\, great beer\, a bit of trivia\, and a lot of fun. \nTickets online cost £35. Availability is limited for this event so pre-booking is essential. \nStarts 7pm in our tasting room \nOver 18s only. \nGuests with specific dietary requirements or with allergies should contact the team via info@othermonkeybrewing.com prior to ticket purchase. \nAccess – There is no lift to access the tasting room at Other Monkey Brewing The Taproom. There is one flight of stairs to reach the tasting room.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/pale-ale-beer-food-taster-evening/
LOCATION:5-6 St Nicholas St\, CO1 1LB Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 5-6 St Nicholas St\, CO1 1LB Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Other Monkey Brewing - The Taproom":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250618T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250618T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
CREATED:20250524T071104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T071000Z
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SUMMARY:HTP: The Chalk Garden
DESCRIPTION:Headgate Theatre Productions present \nThe Chalk Garden by Enid Bagnold \nWed 18th – Sat 21st June 2025 \nDirected by Elly Kent Johnson \nFirst 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 life is a mystery that is solved during the action of the play.The story also explores the impact of Miss Madrigal on a dysfunctional household\, including the put-upon manservant\, Maitland\, and the unseen but malignant ex-butler living upstairs. \nTickets available in April. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2003685853448126/?event_time_id=2003685863448125
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/htp-the-chalk-garden-2/
LOCATION:14 Chapel Street North\, CO2 7AT Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 14 Chapel Street North\, CO2 7AT Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Headgate Theatre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T164500
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SUMMARY:HTP: The Chalk Garden
DESCRIPTION:Headgate Theatre Productions present \nThe Chalk Garden by Enid Bagnold \nWed 18th – Sat 21st June 2025 \nDirected by Elly Kent Johnson \nFirst 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 life is a mystery that is solved during the action of the play.The story also explores the impact of Miss Madrigal on a dysfunctional household\, including the put-upon manservant\, Maitland\, and the unseen but malignant ex-butler living upstairs. \nTickets available in April. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2003685853448126/?event_time_id=2003685873448124
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/htp-the-chalk-garden-3/
LOCATION:14 Chapel Street North\, CO2 7AT Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 14 Chapel Street North\, CO2 7AT Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Headgate Theatre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
CREATED:20250605T071013Z
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SUMMARY:Life Drawing - Thursday\, 19th June 2025
DESCRIPTION:We are a local life drawing group in Colchester. We meet up for untutored drawings with professional models from all backgrounds. \nAll abilities are welcome. Just drop in\, draw and pay £10 cash for the session. \nDrawing boards\, easels\, papers\, charcoal and pencils are provided for free or bring your materials. \nAccessible venue. \nLocation: Straight Road Community Centre329 Straight Road\, Colchester\, CO3 9EF
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/life-drawing-thursday-19th-june-2025/
LOCATION:Straight Road Community Centre\, Straight Road Community Centre
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Seram":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T220000
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UID:124448-1750359600-1750370400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Andy Riley + James Domestic + Leon The Poet + Dawn Vincent
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £12 / £10 concessions.Doors open 7pm\, starts 7.30pm. \nAn all-star night of wordsmithery in partnership with WORD HABIT. \nAndy 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\, The Armando Iannucci Show\, Veep\, Trigger Happy TV\, and Year of the Rabbit to name just a few. He’s won not only a BAFTA\, but an Emmy as well\, and is the creator\, author and artist of the best-selling series of Bunny Suicides cartoon books (thus far selling around one and a half million copies). Expect hilarious stories\, poems\, and laughs aplenty from a man that has been involved some of the greatest comedies of the last couple of decades or so. A hysterical delight not to be missed! \nJames DomesticDomestic has been wowing crowds across the country over the past few years with his quirky\, funny\, and often poignant observations on the minutiae of everyday life effortlessly crafted into irreverent\, punk-ish poems. He’s appeared on BBC Radio a number of times\, guested on various podcasts\, and even performed on BBC Breakfast telly as part of a feature on the 50th anniversary of Ceefax (!). He has several books to his name\, most published by Earth Island Books\, and has supported legends such as Luke Wright and Attila The Stockbroker\, Subhumans\, Andy Riley\, and Pet Needs to name but a few. He’s received much praise from highly regarded poets and musicians alike and will appear at a number of festivals throughout 2025. \nLeon The PoetLeon The Poet has been making a name for himself on the East Anglian poetry scene with his sometimes tender\, and often hilarious words. With poems on pop culture\, parenthood\, heartbreak\, pubs\, fruit-based mishaps\, machismo\, politics\, God\, sandwiches\, and the career trajectory of dogs\, there’s something here for everyone. Leon was raised in\, but has since left\, a high control religious group. His debut collection of poetry\, ‘Sometimes I’m The Bull\, Sometimes I’m The China Shop’\, takes a big swing at life in 2024\, and is published by Earth Island Books. \nDawn VincentDawn Vincent opens the evening. Her poems explore a variety of topics\, including mental health\, body image\, and relationships. Serious stuff\, but always delivered with warmth and humour\, and bursting with humanity. Not to be missed\, so don’t be late!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/andy-riley-james-domestic-leon-the-poet-dawn-vincent/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T223000
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UID:123775-1750359600-1750372200@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:NOW! That's What I Call...DRAG! Me Back To The 90s! Colchester!
DESCRIPTION: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! \nCombining 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 travel back in time! Packed with iconic songs\, boyband and girlband classics and some iconic club bangers\, strap in for fabulous lip synching\, stunning live vocals\, camp comedy\, audience games and of course…a soundtrack to die for! \nStarring some of East Anglia’s finest drag stars Knuckle Sandwich and Will Power (with special guests TBA!) you’ll be in for a night of camp\, colour and chaos! So put on double up that denim\, paint those brows on thin and let’s get ready for the drag mixtape to begin! Trust us\, you won’t want it to end! \nThis event is seated\, with standing room available! Seating is first come\, first served! Please note the venue is upstairs and unfortunately\, is not wheelchair accessible. \nDoors at 7pm! Show at 7.45pm(ish)! There are 2 intervals throughout the night and the bar will be open during the show! \nGeneral Admission tickets – £11 each*On The Door tickets – £13 each \n(*Booking fees apply) \nPlease note: We unfortunately do not offer refunds – please message if you have any questions! \nNOTE: “NOW! That’s What I Call…DRAG!” is a queer led Drag Cabaret show\, and we strive to welcome all audiences into our events! We have a ZERO tolerance policy towards homophobia\, transphobia and all forms of abuse. The performers and the audiences deserve your respect at all times. If you do not respect everyone\, you will be asked to leave. \nWe kindly ask that ANY hen or stag party wanting to attend MUST message in advance of tickets being purchased. We reserve the right to refuse admittance if there is no prior contact\, and refunds will not be issued. Thank you.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/now-thats-what-i-call-drag-me-back-to-the-90s-colchester/
LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
ORGANIZER;CN="Knuckle Sandwich":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
CREATED:20250524T071107Z
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UID:124586-1750362300-1750370400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:HTP: The Chalk Garden
DESCRIPTION:Headgate Theatre Productions present \nThe Chalk Garden by Enid Bagnold \nWed 18th – Sat 21st June 2025 \nDirected by Elly Kent Johnson \nFirst 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 life is a mystery that is solved during the action of the play.The story also explores the impact of Miss Madrigal on a dysfunctional household\, including the put-upon manservant\, Maitland\, and the unseen but malignant ex-butler living upstairs. \nTickets available in April. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2003685853448126/?event_time_id=2003685876781457
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/htp-the-chalk-garden-4/
LOCATION:14 Chapel Street North\, CO2 7AT Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 14 Chapel Street North\, CO2 7AT Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Headgate Theatre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T220000
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CREATED:20250521T071144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T071010Z
UID:124378-1750424400-1750543200@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Cider & Cheese Festival Volume 2
DESCRIPTION:It’s back!! We will be putting on our second Cider and Cheese festival. \nLoads of great proper cider and plenty of tasty cheese!!  \n20 real ciders will be pouring and there will be some wonderful cheese from the Church Street Deli.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/cider-cheese-festival-volume-2/
LOCATION:Victoria Inn Colchester\, 10 North Station Rd\, Colchester\, CO1 1RB\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Inn Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
CREATED:20250501T071052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T070959Z
UID:124011-1750428000-1750437000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Secrets of Showbiz Afternoon Tea
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTo book:  \nhttps://www.tickettailor.com/events/layermarneytower1/1679180
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/secrets-of-showbiz-afternoon-tea/
LOCATION:Tymperleys\, Tymperleys
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T200000
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CREATED:20250611T071002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T070959Z
UID:124939-1750442400-1750449600@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Free Origami Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/free-origami-workshop/
LOCATION:74 High Street\, CO1 1UE Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 74 High Street\, CO1 1UE Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="The Minories":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
CREATED:20250521T071144Z
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UID:124379-1750442400-1750532400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Colchester Makerspace Summer Solstice Market '25
DESCRIPTION: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 adult \nSaturday 21st June\, 10am – 4pm Free entry\, our daytime market continuesPatch will be open for breakfast and lunchAll ages welcome \nColchester Makerspace and its members invite you to our annual 2-day Summer Solstice Maker Market and to help us celebrate our 7th birthday. Over 20 stalls\, in partnership with our neighbouring restaurant Patch.  \nLocal ceramicists and printmakers will showcase their stunning creations\, turning our event into a true feast for the senses. \nWhat to Expect:Unique Ceramics: Discover one-of-a-kind ceramics\, from handcrafted ornaments and tableware to beautiful decorative pieces. These talented ceramicists will offer a diverse range of exquisite items that make ideal gifts or eye-catching additions to your own collection. \nArtistic Prints: Explore the world of printmaking with a curated selection of prints\, each telling a story through ink and paper. From colourful summery designs to thought-provoking artworks\, you’ll find a wide variety to adorn your home or give to loved ones. \nOur wonderful neighbours Patch\, the vegetarian\, plant-led restaurant\, will be open both days. Satisfying all your needs. \nLocation:Colchester MakerspaceTrinity Works24 Trinity StreetCO1 1JN (behind Patch) \nPoster and artwork by Sam Elston\, lovingly printed by Heidi Sharpe on the Makerspace Risograph.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colchester-makerspace-summer-solstice-market-25/
LOCATION:Colchester Makerspace\, Trinity Works\, 24 Trinity Street\, Co11jn Colchester\, United Kingdom\, Colchester Makerspace\, Trinity Works\, 24 Trinity Street\, Co11jn Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Makerspace":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
CREATED:20240911T071123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T070959Z
UID:118232-1750446000-1750456800@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:COLCHESTER: The Style Councillors 'Shout To The Top' 40th Anniversary Concert
DESCRIPTION:Info --> https://www.seetickets.com/event/the-style-councillors/colchester-arts-centre/3038953
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colchester-the-style-councillors-shout-to-the-top-40th-anniversary-concert/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
ORGANIZER;CN="The Style Councillors":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191920
CREATED:20250521T071144Z
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UID:124381-1750446000-1750456800@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:ROCKEOKE @ ROOTS & GROOVES COLCHESTER 20/6/25
DESCRIPTION:ROCKEOKE returns to Roots & Grooves Colchester\, on The Third Friday of The Month! \nCome along to our karaoke night with a twist; we want YOU to sing along to your favourite alternative tracks! \nThat’s right\, the songs you think nobody wants to hear are the exact songs we want you to sing! \nJoin us from 19:00 – 23:00 and sing your hearts out to all things rock\, metal\, punk\, and everything in between… where we turn YOU into a rockstar! \nDJs until 2am \nFree Entry!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/rockeoke-roots-grooves-colchester-20-6-25/
LOCATION:Roots & Grooves Cafe\, Roots & Grooves Cafe
ORGANIZER;CN="Impious Spirit Productions":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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