Keep Colchester Cool

Nicolas Meier World Group: "Jazz at the intersection of gypsy, flamenco, and the Middle East."
2025-11-16 19:30 - 2025-11-17 21:30 (Europe/London) | Wivenhoe Congregational Church, 101 High Street, Colchester, CO7 9AB, GB
“It’s jazz at the intersection of gypsy, flamenco, rock and the Middle East, and it works really well.” – Jazz Views
“Meier’s scintillating playing on assorted fretted and fretless guitars is sometimes reminiscent of Metheny or McLaughlin, but with a highly melodic, pan-Mediterranean eclecticism of his own . . . ” – The Scotsman
“. . . the passion he has for his unique meld of Turkish, Balkan and jazz modes make his gigs a vibrant experience.” – Jazzwise
Drawing from a love of Turkish, Eastern, and Middle Eastern music, flamenco, tango, and more — all mixed with jazz — Nicolas’ versatility and musical fluency extend far beyond these influences. His considerable talents drew the attention of rock guitar legend Jeff Beck, who made him a mainstay in his group and took him on two world tours.
Having made a lasting impression on the legendary Bill Bruford, the aforementioned Jeff Beck, and Steve Vai, Nicolas is unquestionably one of today’s most well-rounded, ambitious and masterful talents on guitar.
Nicolas Meier (Guitars) Alex Hutton (Keyboard) Tom Mason (Bass) Demi García Sabat (Percussion)

I Need to Cher
2025-11-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £12 / £10 ConcessionsDoors open 7pm, show starts 7:30pm.This event is for a seated audience.
I Need to Cher returns for a one-off Christmas special at Colchester Arts Centre – Chermas.
Join Cher* as she leads you on her TeD talk on the 5 lessons of Chermas. Adorned amidst a Christmas cracker of Chers & Cher themed acts.
Celebrate the life of Cher, learn about Cher. Watch feminist cabaret based on Cher and dance with us to a Cher only playlist.
Line up TBC
Reviews for I Need to Cher:
“Your doing Gods work” – Lauren Laverne“Bold, brave, beautiful” – Time Out London“I Get it” – Cher
Audience members reviews:
“Like being in someone else’s lucid dream.”“The single most charming night I’ve ever been to.”“Possibly the most unprofessional show I’ve ever seen and I loved every minute of it.”
About I Need to Cher https://www.instagram.com/ineedtocher/
I Need to Cher is a conceptual variety cabaret lead by Heather Bandenburg (Fist Club, Mummy Vs) – we invite drag, burlesque, circus & performance artists to create an act inspired by a Cher song or the life of Cher. Past performers have included Lilly Snatchdragon, Cleopantha, Sh!t Theatre, Vijay Patel, That Ray, Emma Frankland, Lolo Brow, Amy Kingsmill & many more. We’ve graced stages at Latitude, Camden People’s Theatre, The Space & many other places across London & Brighton. After an intermittent hiatus, we are returning due to popular demand to spread Cher’s ever relevant story.

Martin Simpson *
2025-11-17 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
FolkTickets £15 / £14 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This show is for a seated audience.
“One of the virtuoso instrumentalists of the English music scene… sounds better than ever” **** The Guardian
One of England’s most revered folk performers, widely acknowledged as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players in the world, Martin’s interpretations of traditional songs are masterpieces of storytelling. His remarkable solo shows are intense, eclectic, spellbinding and deeply moving. Always prolific, and never one to rest long without a guitar in his hands and a song in his head, Martin Simpson continues to travel the length and breadth of the UK and beyond giving rapt audiences passion, sorrow, love, beauty, tragedy and majesty through his remarkable intimate solo performances. Martin has been nominated an astounding 32 times in the 18 years of the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards – more than any other performer – and has won numerous awards.
Martin’s latest solo album, Skydancers, was released on Topic Records in April 2024. The album is a twin release featuring a live CD recorded on recent gigs and a studio CD including some of Martin’s absolutely favourite musicians.
Last year’s album with Nashville’s Thomm Jutz, Nothing But Green Willow : The Songs Of Mary Sands And Jane Gentry, received superlative reviews from both sides of the Atlantic.
“Drizzling with Simpson’s shining guitars” The Guardian“A record of rare power and significance” 9/10 Guitarist
A virtuoso player without question, but above all Martin Simpson conveys his diverse treasure trove of material from the heart, performing with rare subtlety, intensity and honesty. A true master of his art.
Praise for Skydancers:“an excellent record from a master of his craft” – KLOF MAG“acoustic finger-picking magic” – UNCUT“Penguin Eggs-good. Seriously” – **** MOJO“It’s stunning and without doubt his finest work in almost half a century of being at the vanguard of british guitar players, songwriters, singers and true custodians of folk music” – RICHARD HAWLEY“I do believe this set could be equal to, maybe better than, anything he’s ever done” – Ian Anderson, TRADFOLK

BENCHspace jewellery Winter Exhibition
2025-11-18 09:30 - 2025-11-23 16:30 | The Sentinel Gallery, The Sentinel Gallery
Oh yes it’s that time again!Our wonderful winter exhibition is on from 18th-23rd November 9.30am – 4.30pm with a late night on Thursday 20th til 7pm!
Where: The Sentinel Gallery, Wivenhoe, CO7 9DXWhat: Come and see what our students learn on our jewellery courses, browse the work of 14 talented jewellers and buy a unique one-off handmade piece crafted with love (and usually lots of swearing 😂)See you there for an exquisite unique jewellery pop up !
No tickets or booking needed

Creative Colchester November Social
2025-11-18 18:30 - 21:30 | Dice & A Slice, 37 Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PQ, GB
Our next social will be an evening event at Dice and a Slice and we will be joined by some special guests!
Please come along and meet our new chair, Joanne Ooi. Joanne is really excited to meet members of Colchester’s creative network and would love to hear what you need from us as an organisation, as well as what projects you may have lined up that we can share and support.
Also in attendance will be Marc De’ath and Julia Payne, the co-founders of Made in Essex. This dynamic new network is dedicated to unifying and amplifying the voices of our county’s vibrant, hyper-local creative communities like ours.Established to foster greater collaboration and give the sector a collective platform, Made in Essex is on a mission to make sure creativity is counted.
Please join us to hear about their vital work on the Greater Essex Cultural Manifesto, which states our industry’s vision and needs for the near and medium term, in anticipation of the county’s political devolution. Discover what this means for you, how you can lend your support, contribute your insights, and get actively involved in shaping the future of culture in Essex.
Our socials are a great way to meet fellow creatives, share your projects, find collaborators, share advice, and spend time with lovely people.
Spaces are free but limited so please book using the following link
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-colchester-november-social-tickets-1908985219179?aff=oddtdtcreator

Monochrome Print League Competition - 1st Round
2025-11-18 19:30 - 22:00 | Ireton Road, CO3 3AT Colchester, United Kingdom, Ireton Road, CO3 3AT Colchester, United Kingdom
Appraisal by Jackie Gilman-Dace CPAGB BPE2*
Header Image: Seeking Enlightenment – Kate Jackson

The Primitives
2025-11-18 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £21.50.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a standing audience.
The Primitives emerged from the UK independent music scene of the mid-1980s with a sound that distilled the shimmering guitar chime of The Byrds, the buzzsaw style of The Ramones and 60’s girl group melodies into two-and-a-half-minute pop gems.
After topping the indie singles chart several times, their widely acclaimed first album, Lovely, made them one of the UK’s most revered alternative rock acts, while the international success of the single “Crash” saw them cross over to a mass audience. Further chart success followed, along with two more studio albums, Pure and Galore, plus extensive tours of Europe and the US, before the band called it a day in 1992.
In 2008, Mojo Magazine named The Primitives’ second single “Really Stupid” one of the top 40 greatest UK indie singles of all time.
The band were reunited in 2009 by the untimely passing of their original bass player Steve Dullaghan, reforming to play a show in his memory later that year in their hometown Coventry; their first time on stage together for 17 years. Bolstered by the success of this and of a secret show in London, they went on to tour the UK in April 2010, followed by shows in the US and Europe.
In 2011 The Primitives released the Never Kill A Secret EP through Fortuna Pop! The record featured two brand new songs and two covers of female fronted pop obscurities, the latter two being a taster for the covers album Echoes and Rhymes, released on Elefant records in 2012.
An album of new original Primitives songs entitled Spin-O-Rama was released in 2014 and was showered with lavish praise; the general opinion being that it sounded like an alternative follow-up to their classic 1988 debut album Lovely.
In 2025 Elefant Records put out the double vinyl collection Let’s Go Round Again – Second Wave Singles & Rarities 2011 – 2025, featuring new material along with all of the A sides, B sides and other miscellaneous tracks that the band have released over the past 14 years.
Since reforming The Primitives have toured the UK multiple times, performed all around Europe and paid several visits to the US and Japan.
The current line-up of the band includes original members Tracy Tracy (vocals), Paul Court (guitar/vocals) and Tig Williams (drums).
https://linktr.ee/theprimitives

Christmas Wreath Making Workshop at The Alma
2025-11-19 18:30 - 21:30 | The Alma, Copford, The Alma, Copford
Come and make a fresh Christmas wreath at The Alma with a Hot Beverage and Cake or lunch.Choice of the following delicious lunches:Fish & chipsBraised bavette, horseradish mash, bacon savoy cabbage and red wine jusChickpea tagine, couscous and saladAll materials provided and no experience required.Email info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk to book via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) or via eventbrite (fees apply)

Other Monkey Brewing Tasting Experience
2025-11-19 19:00 - 22:00 | 5-6 St Nicholas St, CO1 1LB Colchester, United Kingdom, 5-6 St Nicholas St, CO1 1LB Colchester, United Kingdom
Join us on Wednesday 19th November for our Other Monkey Brewing Tasting Experience!
Spend the evening exploring a curated range of Other Monkey Brewing beer, 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.
Tickets online cost £35. Availability is limited for this event so pre-booking is essential.
Starts 7pm in our tasting room
Over 18s only.
Guests with specific dietary requirements or with allergies should contact the team via info@othermonkeybrewing.com prior to ticket purchase.
Access – 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.

Magic The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Pre-Release Event
2025-11-19 19:00 - 23:00 | ACE Comics, 42 Culver Street East, Colchester, CO1 1LE, GB
Whether you’re taking your first steps into Magic, finishing up your Standard deck, or diving deep into Modern, Commander, and more—Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender is here, come play and pick up this set early.
Avatar The Last Airbender Prerelease is coming and we will be running 3 pre-release events for this set new other universe set in the magic timeline.
What you get
For each event, you’ll receive a Avatar The Last Airbender Prerelease Kit which contains:6 Avatar The Last Airbender Play Booster Packs1 year-stamped rare or mythic promo card in foil A Spindown D20 to track your life totalA handy deck box to help transport and store your deck
Aim of the day is to build a Minimum of a 40 card deck with the boosters you get and compete in swiss rounds to find a winner (Land boxes are provided so all you need to bring is you).
Every player will receive an extra booster at the end of the event for playing and another is put into the prize pot, 1 booster for each player in the pre-release event.
Start time: 7:00pmFinish Time 23:00pmCost £40.00
Please note all of these events have limited spaces of 50 people, so to avoid missing out please either click attend on this event, come in and speak to a member of staff of call us on 01206 561912 to make sure you don’t miss out.

Easy Virtue by Noel Coward
2025-11-19 19:45 - 22:00 | Headgate Theatre, Headgate Theatre
Easy Virtue By Noel Coward
Platform Musicals & Plays
When young John Whittaker announces he is bringing home his new bride, his snobbish mother and sisters are delighted… until they meet her! A sophisticated older woman with a scandalous past, a battle of wills ensues in this sharp expose of social hypocrisy.
Written with Noel Coward’s signature wit and flair, Easy Virtue was filmed in 2008 with Colin Firth and remains strikingly relevant today. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see one of Coward’s earliest and most successful plays in its centennial year.
This is an amateur production presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk
https://www.facebook.com/events/2799806226878246/?event_time_id=2799806233544912

Ali Matthews & Co: Mushroom Language - A Fungal Gothic
2025-11-19 20:00 - 23:00 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Pay what you can affordDoors open 7:30 pm, Show starts 8 pmThis show is for a seated audience
Mushroom Language: A Fungal Gothic
They eat nappiesThey eat toothbrushesThey eat bombsThey eat newspapers about how the world will end…a species running slowly in parallel preaching change silently digesting muck into matter and back again.
Mushroom Language: A Fungal Gothic is about the cycles that shape us – eruption, reproduction and decay. It’s about role-playing the lichen love stories, spore shoot-outs and truffle siren songs found in our forests.
In an eerie and funny homage to folk horror, two human performers absorb and mimic ‘mushroom language’ through ritual and power dynamics. Who are these creatures, and what are the mushrooms trying to tell them? Dreamlike conversations and movement sequences are underpinned by original music from composer Hannah Miller (of the Moulettes) and playful design by Rūta Irbīte.
Mushrooms offer us a lens into a more sustainable future, but nature is hilarious and terrifying.
Click here for visual access guide

Mercury Reads: Kynochtown
2025-11-20 16:00 - 19:00 | Mercury Theatre Colchester, Mercury Theatre Colchester
Join us for Mercury Reads a series of lively rehearsed readings celebrating local voices and fresh new writing. Each event spotlights an exciting playwright from our region, giving audiences the chance to see new stories take shape for the very first time.
In this session, join us in the Café Bar on Thu 20 Nov at 4pm as we look at Kynochtown by Vickie Donoghue. On the banks of the river Thames, hidden within the Essex marshes, is a thriving explosives factory. Within it are the women of Kynochtown. With the men away fighting on the battlefield, it is the women who must step up into the dangerous roles that have been left vacant.
This play is about the female impact on this dangerous industry and how the history that those women made, once victory was had in WW1, disappeared into the marshes as fast as it had appeared. And with the smoke, the canteen banter and the constant threat of explosions, it was also the women’s troubles, their sacrifices, their love and their loss that were all lost to the mud.
Inspired by the true story of the brave women from Kynoch Explosives Factory in Essex, Kynochtown sets out to readdress the fact that women are seldom remembered in history. Their part in significant historical events is frequently minimised. This play will shine a light on a group of women who changed everything and nothing. Their struggle is still our struggle. This play is about friendship. Motherhood. And survival.

Life Drawing - Thursday, 20th November 2025
2025-11-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Straight Road Community Centre, Straight Road Community Centre
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 Road, Colchester, CO3 9EF

The Live and Let Live Stanway Colchester presents Big Jims Interactive Quiz Night
2025-11-20 19:30 - 22:30 | The Live and Let Live, The Live and Let Live
The Live and Let Live brings Quizzing back and refreshed, its time to get Quizzical with Big Jim and the world famous Intreractive Quiz Experiance at Camea Cider Pub of the Year 23Quiz starts at 8pm
60 General Knowledge Quesions including Bonus Questions and a chance to Play the Quizzy 8 for the top 8 teams, to try and steal the winners money.
No pens or paper needed just make sure you’ve got your battery charged on your internet device, get a table booked, gather your 6 and get ready to get Quizzical Quizzy Peeps, as we start a new era of quizzing every third Thursday of each month.
Book your table to avoid dissapointment or standing at the Bar.
The New Way to Quiz, my Quizzy Quiz Lovers

Anna Mudeka: Mama Afrika
2025-11-20 20:00 - 23:00 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £19.50 / £18.50 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This show is for a seated audience.Duration 120 minutes with interval.
Zimbabwean born singer, musician and storyteller Anna Mudeka tells the remarkable life story of an iconic South African singer, songwriter and civil rights activist, Miriam Makeba, charting her rise from the townships of Johannesburg to global star, forced into exile for her stand against apartheid and marginalised for championing Black rights.
Told in four character incarnations chronicling a life blighted by hardship, tragedy and struggle; Mama Afrika the story of hope, determination and song features many best loved songs including Mbube, Pata Pata and Soweto Blues, embodying an irrepressible spirit and integrity and which earned her legendary status.
Mama Afrika is a solo performance by Anna Mudeka. Script by Zimbabwean writer Tomas Lutuli Brickhill, musical direction by John Vigar at Totena Music, backing soundtrack recorded by Zimbabwean multi-instrumentalist Ziva Guveya. Directed by Tonia Daley-Campbell.
Produced by Arts La’Olam. Originally co-commissioned by Norwich Arts Centre and Supported by The Arts Council England, The Makeba Foundation & Norwich Theatre.

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2025-11-20 20:00 - 23:00 | Queen St Brewhouse, 7 - 9 Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PG, GB
SIMON CRAZE and SUZY CRAMER in back to back largely original song mode at their favourite haunting ground aka QUEEN ST BREWHOUSE.They are very likely to be wearing Green.

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2025-11-20 20:00 - 23:00 | 7 Queen Street, CO1 2PG Colchester, United Kingdom, 7 Queen Street, CO1 2PG Colchester, United Kingdom

DJPressplay’s - Back To The 80s
2025-11-21 19:00 - 22:00 | 63 High street, Colchester, 63 High street, Colchester
Get ready to rewind time and hit the dance floor as DJ PressPlay takes you on a sonic journey back to the electrifying 1980s!
Join us for a night packed with neon lights, retro vibes, and all the synth-driven anthems that defined a generation. From Madonna to Michael, Prince to The Police, DJ PressPlay will be spinning the ultimate mix of pop, funk, new wave, and rock classics that will keep you moving all night long.
Get ready to press play on pure 80s nostalgia
7-2am
Glow sticks and themed cocktails available.
Free entry all night long

MYOPIA
2025-11-21 19:30 - 22:30 | 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom, 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
Myopia return to the stage with support from our very good friends Shed and Charcoal.

East Anglian Wine and Cheese Pairing (Colchester)
2025-11-21 19:30 - 22:30 | No 10 Museum St, No 10 Museum St
Join us for a deliciously local journey through East Anglia’s finest flavours. This tasting experience brings together six carefully selected wines from across the region, each paired with an artisanal East Anglian cheese chosen to complement and enhance its character.
From elegant sparkling wine, to beautiful smooth reds, you’ll discover the diversity and quality of our local vineyards. Alongside, you’ll enjoy a handpicked selection of regional cheeses – from creamy soft varieties to a mellow, buttery blue – each thoughtfully matched to highlight the best of both glass and plate.
Whether you’re a wine and cheese enthusiast or simply curious to taste something new, this will be a relaxed, indulgent evening celebrating the very best of East Anglia’s produce.
Tickets £55pp.
Ticket includes: 6 wines, 6 cheeses, crackers, and a tasting notes booklet.

Craig Gould & The Nobel Thieves / Motel Sundown
2025-11-21 19:30 - 22:30 | Colne Delta, Community Centre, Lower Park Road, CO7 0LG Brightlingsea, United Kingdom, Colne Delta, Community Centre, Lower Park Road, CO7 0LG Brightlingsea, United Kingdom
Craig Gould & The Noble Thieves
Craig Gould’s music combines honest, emotional storytelling with the timeless sounds of americana, folk, country and blues. His debut album, Songs from the Campfire, earned critical acclaim, drawing comparisons to icons like Cat Stevens, Leonard Cohen, and Fleetwood Mac.Released to widespread praise, the record charted in the Top 20 of the UK’s Official Americana, Folk, and Indie Breakers charts. Named one of 2023’s Best Albums by At The Barrier, Music News Monthly, and BluesBlues, it chronicles Gould’s journey through mental illness, with all proceeds donated to the mental health charity CALM.
“Beautiful music & masterful musicianship” – Americana UK
With five UK headline tours, standout appearances at The Long Road, YNot, Camper Calling, and Rock n Ribs Festivals, alongside BBC Radio support, Craig’s live sound showcases an ability to connect with audiences through heartfelt songs. His evolving sound, shaped alongside his band The Noble Thieves, blends the soul of americana with the grit of blues, the spirit of country, and the storytelling of folk.
Intimate & mellifluous country sounds” – RnR Magazine
Craig’s momentum continues to grow with the release of an ambitious live EP in 2025, available in both audio and visual formats. His highly anticipated second studio album, Songs of Love and War, is due in late 2026.
Endorsed by Tanglewood Guitars, supported by the AMA-UK as a showcase artist, featured on the Folk on Foot Folk Albums Chart Show, and award-nominated by the BCMA, Gould’s blossoming reputation as both writer and performer shows no signs of slowing down.
“Make a note of the name” – Folking.com
Motel Sundown
With a sound reminiscent of soft-rock bands of the 60s & 70s, Motel Sundown draw listeners with their blend of heartfelt lyrics over luscious three part harmonies.
The three friends began writing together in 2018 after discovering mutual influences, releasing their debut album If You Were Listening in 2022 following a trio of singles. Labelled “a band to watch in 2024 and beyond” (Fatea) the Liverpool based band have since supported The Hanging Stars, Ashley Campbell, The Chapin Sisters and more recently, US Grammy nominated artist Courtney Marie Andrews, with two UK tours under their belt.
2024 proved their busiest year yet following the release of their debut EP El Dorado in June, (“vividly nostalgic songs that envelop and intrigue you” – Boot Music) and sold out shows at the Music Room, Liverpool and Green Note, Camden. Gaining momentum, the trio made their second appearance at Black Deer Festival in the Summer, before sharing a line-up with The Jacksons at Liverpool Pier Head, closing the year with a 9-date UK and Ireland tour selling out venues in Wales, Ireland and Liverpool.
Their 2025 itinerary sees them continue with their highly anticipated self-releases, following the success of their fingerpicked ballad Rosie which has received comparisons to the likes of Nick Drake and Fleetwood Mac, surpassing 20k streams on Spotify. Catch their harmonies live at Festivals this Summer and at their headline show at ARC, Liverpool in July.
“After all their time playing in Liverpool, it’s no surprise their sound is already honed and song craft accomplished.”
AMERICANA UK
“The perfect soundtrack to a road trip at sunset, leaving your troubles behind and your hopes out in front.”
URBANISTA
“This is sophisticated Americana that should see them going places.”
FATEA

I'm Every Whitney
2025-11-21 20:00 - 23:00 | Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester Arts Centre
I’m Every Whitney LIVE
Kieshia brings an incredible tribute to the late, great Whitney Houston with her fantastic ‘Million Dollar Band’.
Her show is shared up and down the country and brings Whitney’s greatest hits from ‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody’ and ‘So Emotional’ to ‘Greatest Love of All’ and ‘I Will Always Love You’.
Kieshia’s shows encourage the audience to sing, dance and enjoy the best of Whitney, described as “a stunning impersonator of the legendary Whitney Houston…”
Join I’m Every Whitney LIVE for an evening of fun, laughter and nostalgia as they take you on an unmissable ride to remember the Queen of the Divas

Forever Clapton
2025-11-21 20:00 - 23:00 | Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester Arts Centre
This is your chance to get a SNEEK PEEK of this brand new production for 2026, starting its theatre tour in 2026 an outstanding tribute to one of the most iconic Blues and Rock guitarists of all time!
Forever Clapton is a fully LIVE 6 piece showband that along with audio-visual displays tells the story of the incredible guitarist Eric Clapton.Taking you through Clapton’s career from 1965 to present day, from the Blues Breakers, to Cream, Derek and the Dominos, and of course those unplugged performances.
This faultless show is performed by Benny “guitar” Smith, who along with his hand picked band perform all the greats such as – I shot the Sheriff,Lay down Sally, Cocaine, Crossroads, Holy mother, Layla and so many more iconic songs in this near 2 hour show.
This is a seated show.

Motel Sundown / Craig Gould & the Nobel Thieves @ Colne Delta Blues & Americana Club, Brightlingsea
2025-11-21 20:00 - 23:00 | Colne Delta Blues and Americana, Colne Delta Blues and Americana
We fancied a road trip 🚗 we’ll see you in November, Brightlingsea!
We’ll be heading out as a four piece with some new tunes in the bag & we can’t wait to see you there.
Tickets:https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/94903

Frock Swap
2025-11-22 09:45 - 12:45 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
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 noon.Swapping begins at 10.45amFree admission.Any donations to the Dora Love Prize welcome.

Langham Christmas Handmade Fair - Colchester
2025-11-22 10:00 - 15:30 | Langham Community Centre
🎄 Save the Date🎄
Our Christmas event returns on Saturday 22nd November, so be sure to mark the date in your planner!
Expect everything from home décor, jewellery and beauty products to textiles and one-of-a-kind Christmas presents.
For more updates and news, follow our main page @langhamhandmadefair or visit www.langhamhandmadefair.co.uk
It’s the perfect chance to find something special for everyone on your festive shopping list!

The Firstsite Art Fair
2025-11-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Lewis Gardens, CO1 1JH Colchester, United Kingdom
The Firstsite Art Fair is a vibrant celebration of creativity, bringing together a diverse range of artists, collectors, art lovers and all who are simply curious about art.
Set in a welcoming environment, our fair showcases a stunning array of original artworks, including paintings and sculptures.
You will have the opportunity to meet talented emerging and established artists, explore their unique creations, and purchase one-of-a-kind pieces to add to your collections.
With interactive workshops, live demonstrations, and thought-provoking artworks, the event offers something for everyone.
Join us for an inspiring and dynamic experience where art, culture, and community come together.
For more info: https://firstsite.uk/event/the-firstsite-art-fair/or call us on 01206 713 700.

Christmas Fayre, Live Music & Entertainment!🎄
2025-11-22 10:00 - 19:30 | 7A Culver Square, CO1 1JQ Colchester, United Kingdom, 7A Culver Square, CO1 1JQ Colchester, United Kingdom
Join us at Culver Square on 22nd November, 10am – 7:30pm for a festive day out before the town Christmas light switch on.
Enjoy dance performances from local schools, live entertainment, and browse 12 local stalls selling gifts, treats, drinks, and more:
Sweet Delights Milson Rose Gifts & Events Bobbin Along SandSJewellery Essex Sparkle HolsBakes Once Upon A High Tide Flossie’s Coastal Craft Bars 4 Events Ltd Country Cottage Preserves PS Bride Babes Little Dainty Closet
Plus, meet some magical reindeer from 2pm – 6pm where you can purchase reindeer food, with all donations going directly to Colchester Foodbank!
👉 Find out more and plan your visit: www.culversquare.co.uk/christmas-fayre-at-culver-square/

CODA - Acoustic Showcase
2025-11-22 15:00 - 17:30 | 63 High street, co1 1dn Colchester, United Kingdom, 63 High street, co1 1dn Colchester, United Kingdom
A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:Erin’s Grove??Stu E Skinner(Hosting)Event Info:A weekly event featuring 3 to 5 acts performing live acoustic sets between 3-5:30pm.Hot & cold beverages served from 2:30pm onwards.This is a family friendly event so younglings are welcome providing they’re properly managed.Mics, pa and backline are provided but performers are welcome to bring their own microphones etc
