A family bike ride with free bike flags, spokey dokeys, streamers and horns. A safe, flat, marshalled ride. All welcome (0-99 yrs). Children under 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. With Jean Quinn and Kim Barnetson.Meet (and end point): 2pm, Richmond Rd kid’s play park, CO2 7FR (1.5m, 0.5hrs). Cafe stop, with play [...]

The tour is approximately 30-45 minutes long and will run on Saturday, 10 May, at 2 PM.Colchester 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 [...]

Join longtime Jaywick resident, community ​motivator and ​TV pundit​, Danny Shine On Sloggett, for ​a walk along ​Jaywick's seafront​ and hear from the people who live there: "​We've been left out for years. My job in life is for us not to be left out any more. Everywhere you go in life has culture and [...]

A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:Ed Talbot??Rosalind Harniess (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 [...]

Get ready for an epic showcase of indie short films at the Colchester 5th Independent Short Film Festival 2025!

Get ready for an epic showcase of indie short films at the Colchester 5th Independent Short Film Festival 2025!

A panel-led discussion of the campaign to protect Middlewick Ranges for biodiversity and as a green space for people (with Martin Pugh, Caroline White, Mark Goacher and Ted Benton). Speakers will cover the role of citizen science in establishing the importance of the site for wildlife, the effectiveness of local planning, and the vision for [...]

Tickets £15.Doors open 7pm, starts 7.30pm.Age Restriction 18+This is a standing event, with a limited amount of unreserved seating at the sides of the space.After a year of wonderful events for the Mayor’s Charities, please come celebrate with us at the Marvellous Masquerade Ball!Get ready for a night to remember as we come together to [...]

Have you ever listened to a symphony and wanted to know more about it?We will be delving into what makes Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 so great. A guest speaker will give a talk, along with example musical excerpts from the orchestra.SBMS will then give a full performance of, in Beethoven’s own words, “one of my [...]

Showing at Firstsite Cinema - Björk’s Cornucopia (12A)!This unique cinematic experience immerses viewers in Björk’s spectacular stage production, featuring a setlist spanning her iconic early works to the visionary Utopia (2017) and Fossora (2023).The production showcases bespoke instruments, including a magnetic harp, a circular flute, an aluphone, and a reverb chamber.Björk is joined on stage [...]

This walk gives children an introduction to Jumbo, combined with the opportunity to draw and paint the iconic water tower close to and on the skyline. All materials provided. A walk for primary aged children, 7-11 years. Pre-booking is required. To book, please email: info@walkcolchester.org.uk giving this walk number. All children to be accompanied by [...]

The Rec Community Market – Our Second Market is Coming!After a fantastic launch, we’re back for round two—and it’s set to be even better!📅 Sunday 11th May⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM📍 Old Heath Recreation Ground, Colchester (next to the play park)💥 Free EntryExpect a fun-filled day out with:25+ local stalls selling everything from crafts [...]