Keep Colchester Cool

Fenland Folklore @ East Anglian Folklore Centre
2025-09-13 17:00 - 19:00 (Europe/London) | The Minories, The Minories
Get your tickets here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/artemiswritersuk/1790541
£9 + £1 booking fee/ £7 + £1 booking fee for concessions
In this creative writing workshop, we will explore the legends of the Fens, drawing on a range of texts to inspire new creative visions. You will leave the workshop thoroughly immersed in the folklore of the area and brimming with ideas about how to develop setting and plot. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned novelist, these hands-on exercises and stimulating source material will fire your imagination.

Harvey FEST Charity Ball 2025
2025-09-13 18:30 - 2025-09-14 00:00 | The Essex Golf & Country Club, The Essex Golf & Country Club
NEW DATE. NEW POSTER. NEW VIBES!!!
Harvey’s Wish Harvey FEST Charity Ball 🍍🏖️
SAVE THE DATE NOW!
SATURDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER 2025
A fantastic night of Music, Entertainment & Dancing with our fabulous DJ Mark Anderson& photographer Martin Webb as well as lots of amazing prizes up for grabs in our Raffle & Auction.
£60 per person – 3 course meal & FREE Welcome Glass of Prosecco 🥂
Table of 10 are available for larger groups
▪️Please message me through this page ▪️To be paid in full in order to secure place
Harvey is 14 years old & has a diagnosis of…▪️Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy ▪️Full time wheelchair use▪️Vision Impairment▪️Global Developmental Delay▪️History of Epilepsy/Seizures ▪️Scoliosis – (3.5 years post Spinal Fusion)
All proceeds from the night will be going to towards Harvey’s ongoing private physiotherapy treatment at both Mini Wonders Children’s Physiotherapy & Physio Goals 4 Kids
Unfortunately this therapy isn’t available to Harvey on the NHS & is vital for him, to be able to reach his full potential in his development & to help him live the best life he can whilst battling with Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy 💚
⭐Wheelchair access to & from the building
⭐Hotel Accommodation available – booking separate!
We have been a registered charity the last 9 years & fundraise through www.justgiving.com/harveyswish
We promise you an amazing night & really hope we can make this night a HUGE success ❤️
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!!

80s and 90s Party Night
2025-09-13 19:30 - 22:30 | JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, CO4 5UP Colchester, United Kingdom, JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, CO4 5UP Colchester, United Kingdom
Join us for the latest in our ever-popular series of party nights. This time around we are celebrating 2 amazing decades – the 80s and the 90s – so gather your wild boys, and your spice girls and hit the Jobserve Community Stadium for an evening of fun, nostalgia and the BEST music!

Keep Colchester Cool presents Colchester’s Sound 8: Rev Simpkins + Ecto Peach + Shed + BIG big SKY
2025-09-13 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £7Doors open 7:30pm, show starts 8:00pmThis gig is for a standing audience
Our local showcase night in partnership with KEEP COLCHESTER COOL returns! This time featuring…
Rev SimpkinsEcto PeachShedBIG big SKY

La Bouche Manouche Feat. Irene Serra present "Got A Little Rhythm!"
2025-09-13 20:00 - 22:00 | Mercury Theatre Colchester, Mercury Theatre Colchester
La Bouche Manouche featuring Irene Serra present an evening of much-loved gypsy jazz tunes and foot-tapping swing numbers from the Great American songbook, all in their inimitable Manouche style!
For this performance, they will be showcasing music from their newly released second album, “Got A Little Rhythm!” and playing a set of their most popular repertoire that has seen them amass over 5 million views on YouTube. From Django Reinhardt originals to Billie Holiday classics, favourite swing tunes, French chansons and tangos, this show is an unmissable evening of gypsy jazz celebration.
Featuring critically-acclaimed Irene Serra on vocals, La Bouche Manouche is a vintage jazz quintet influenced by the chic era of the Jazz Age. Their creative repertoire is rooted in the sound of the Parisian Hot Club, featuring Django Reinhardt originals, gypsy tunes and Edith Piaf classics as well as Charlestons, Latin flavours and the Great American Songbook.
With Andy Ruiz-Palma on lead guitar, Nathan Mansfield on violin/trumpet, Amy Baldwin on double bass and Quentin Derudas on rhythm guitar, La Bouche Manouche is made up of highly experienced, in-demand performers who have played in many prestigious venues such as the Royal Albert Hall, the Barbican Centre, the Southbank Centre, the Royal Festival Hall and Ronnie Scotts. Catch this highly anticipated performance from one of the UK’s top gypsy jazz bands!
“…sublime vocals…” – JAZZ FM
“…Serra’s voice is graceful and sensual, an occasional added vibrato giving it a hint of the chanteuse. The sound is beautiful…” – All About Jazz

Acoustic Showcase
2025-09-14 13:00 - 16:00 | 5-6 St Nicholas St, CO1 1LB Colchester, United Kingdom, 5-6 St Nicholas St, CO1 1LB Colchester, United Kingdom
Join us for an afternoon of incredible live music at the OMB Acoustic Showcase! Starting at 3pm, immerse yourself in a vibrant array of acoustic performances by talented local artists.
Performers:MATT CALDERBANKNATHAN LISGOIF NOT NOWMATT-AS-TROPHE
Time: Music begins at 3pmHost: Sam Young
Come and enjoy a relaxing Sunday filled with soulful tunes and great company. Don’t miss this opportunity to support local musicians and experience some fantastic acoustic sets!

Dog 'Ole Acoustic at The Victoria Inn, Colchester
2025-09-14 17:00 - 20:00 | Victoria Inn Colchester, 10 North Station Rd, Colchester, CO1 1RB, GB
Punk/folk collective who refuse to be put into a musical category and insist that they are #justaband. Loud, bold and full of mischief, Dog ‘Ole have a mix of raucous original songs plus a few covers and are guaranteed to bring the noise.
Our first time playing the Victoria Inn as Dog ‘Ole…though you may recognise us from other acts that play there regularly! We’ll be doing this one as an acoustic show.

Hibiscus Haze
2025-09-14 18:00 - 21:00 | 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom, 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
Hibiscus Haze, New Single Photo Booth with support from Star Crossed
Join us on Sunday 14th September for a special night on the Top Floor of Three Wise Monkeys as Hibiscus Haze celebrate the release of their brand new single Photo Booth. Expect rising local talent, with support from Star Crossed.
📅 Date: Sunday 14th September� 🕕 Time: Doors 6:00 PM� 📍 Venue: Top Floor, Three Wise Monkeys �🎟️ Tickets: £4 + booking fee
Important Information* Accessibility: Please note that access to the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys does not have a lift. However, there are rest points available between each flight of stairs.
* Lighting: Viewer discretion is advised as the show may contain flashing and strobing lighting effects.
* Refund Policy: Ticket refunds cannot be processed within 7 days of the event. We understand plans may change, but unfortunately we’re unable to accommodate refund requests during this timeframe.

The Hot Club of Wivenhoe. Bezique: Nu-Gypsy Acoustic Jazz
2025-09-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Wivenhoe Congregational Church, 101 High Street, Colchester, CO7 9AB, GB
Bezique Promo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDTUtg0Y5PM
“Smart’s playing, both with and without the bow, is exceptional throughout.” – The JazzMann
“A fascinating melting pot of musical influences.” – World Music Central
“. . . she morphs seamlessly from Stephane Grappelli-like swing and Bird-like bebop . . .” Jazzwise
Led by cellist Shirley Smart, Bezique perform a variety of acoustic jazz and café music from around the world. Their repertoire includes material by Django Reinhardt, Richard Galliano, and Bireli Lagrene, as well as original compositions.
They also incorporate an occasional and rarely heard North African flavour to their repertoire through the inclusion of works by the Algerian chaabi pianist Maurice el-Medioni, giving them a uniquely cosmopolitan sound on the UK gypsy jazz scene.
Shirley is recognised as one of the UK’s most versatile and creative cellists, being equally at home and well versed in jazz, Middle Eastern, and classical music.
Originally trained under Raphael Wallfisch at the Guildhall School of Music and Janos Starker in Paris, she subsequently moved to Jerusalem, where she remained for 10 years, studying and performing a wide variety of musical traditions from North Africa, Turkey, and the Middle East. She was also highly active on the jazz scene, working with artists including Avishai Cohen, Omer Avital, and Yasmin Levy.
Since returning to the UK, as well as leading several groups of her own, she has worked with many leading jazz and world music artists, including Antonio Forcione, Mulato Astatke, Gilad Atzmon, Neil Cowley, Julian Ferraretto, Robert Mitchell, and Alice Zawadski.
Shirley Smart (Cello) Peter Michaels (Guitar). Mike Guy (Accordion). Marcus Penrose (Double Bass)

Bezique: Nu-Gypsy Acoustic Jazz
2025-09-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Wivenhoe Congregational Church, 101 High Street, Colchester, CO7 9AB, GB
“Smart’s playing, both with and without the bow, is exceptional throughout.” – The JazzMann
“A fascinating melting pot of musical influences.” – World Music Central
“. . . she morphs seamlessly from Stephane Grappelli-like swing and Bird-like bebop . . .” Jazzwise
Led by cellist Shirley Smart, Bezique performs a variety of acoustic jazz and café music from around the world. Their repertoire includes material by Django Reinhardt, Richard Galliano, and Bireli Lagrene, as well as original compositions. They also incorporate an occasional and rarely heard North African flavour to their repertoire through the inclusion of works by the Algerian chaabi pianist Maurice el-Medioni, giving them a uniquely cosmopolitan sound on the UK gypsy jazz scene.
Shirley is recognised as one of the UK’s most versatile and creative cellists, being equally at home and well versed in jazz, Middle Eastern, and classical music.
Originally trained under Raphael Wallfisch at the Guildhall School of Music and Janos Starker in Paris, she subsequently moved to Jerusalem, where she remained for 10 years, studying and performing a wide variety of musical traditions from North Africa, Turkey, and the Middle East. She was also highly active on the jazz scene, working with artists including Avishai Cohen, Omer Avital, and Yasmin Levy.
Since returning to the UK, as well as leading several groups of her own, she has worked with many leading jazz and world music artists, including Antonio Forcione, Mulato Astatke, Gilad Atzmon, Neil Cowley, Julian Ferraretto, Robert Mitchell, and Alice Zawadski.
Professor of Musicianship and Improvisation at the Royal College of Music and a Lecturer in Music at Kent University, Shirley also teaches at Trinity Laban and the RCM Junior Department. She is a visiting tutor for the National Youth Jazz Collective and an in-demand workshop leader.
Shirley Smart (Cello), Peter Michaels (Guitar), Mike Guy (Accordion), Marcus Penrose (Double Bass).

Bézique: Nu-Gypsy Acoustic Jazz
2025-09-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Wivenhoe Congregational Church, 101 High Street, Colchester, CO7 9AB, GB
Led by cellist Shirley Smart, Bézique performs a variety of acoustic jazz and café music from around the world. Their repertoire includes material by Django Reinhardt, Richard Galliano, and Bireli Lagrene, as well as original compositions. They also incorporate an occasional and rarely heard North African flavour to their repertoire through the inclusion of works by the Algerian chaabi pianist Maurice el-Medioni, giving them a uniquely cosmopolitan sound on the UK gypsy jazz scene.
Shirley is recognised as one of the UK’s most versatile and creative cellists, being equally at home and well versed in jazz, Middle Eastern, and classical music.
Originally trained under Raphael Wallfisch at the Guildhall School of Music and Janos Starker in Paris, she subsequently moved to Jerusalem, where she remained for 10 years, studying and performing a wide variety of musical traditions from North Africa, Turkey, and the Middle East. She was also highly active on the jazz scene, working with artists including Avishai Cohen, Omer Avital, and Yasmin Levy.
Since returning to the UK, as well as leading several groups of her own, she has worked with many leading jazz and world music artists, including Antonio Forcione, Mulato Astatke, Gilad Atzmon, Neil Cowley, Julian Ferraretto, Robert Mitchell, and Alice Zawadski.
Shirley is Professor of Musicianship and Improvisation at the Royal College of Music and a Lecturer in Music at Kent University. She also teaches at Trinity Laban and the RCM Junior Department. She is a visiting tutor for the National Youth Jazz Collective and an in demand workshop leader.
Shirley Smart (Cello), Peter Michaels (Guitar), Mike Guy (Accordion), Marcus Penrose (Double Bass).

FM Brotherhood Tour + Brave Rival // Colchester Arts Centre
2025-09-14 19:30 - 22:30 | Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester Arts Centre
FM are pleased to announce their new full band “Brotherhood” tour for Sept 2025
FM will perform songs from their past 14 albums including their 1984 debut album Indiscreet, plus Tough It Out, Metropolis, Synchronized and many more.
Formed in the 80’s by the Overland brothers FM have become one of the UK’s seminal Rock Bands. The bands current line is Steve Overland – Vocals, Merv Goldsworthy – Bass, Pete Jupp – Drums, Jem Davis – Keyboards and Jim Kirkpatrick – Guitar.
“From our meeting in a Notting Hill pub in 1984 to our “one off” comeback gig at Firefest 2007, it’s great to now tour beyond our 40th Anniversary shows,” says FM’s drummer, Pete Jupp. “Who’d have thought we’d reach such a milestone?”
Joining FM as special guest in London, Wolverhampton, Manchester and Leeds we have Rosalie Cunningham. In Edinburgh, Newcastle, Bristol, Cardiff, Colchester & Southend we have hotly tipped Brave Rival. With the exceptionally talented Jack J Hutchinson joining the band at Grimsby, Birdwell, Gloucester and Chester.
Rosalie Jo Cunningham is an English singer-songwriter that started with the band Ipso Facto in 2007. After their break-up, Cunningham started a new project named Purson in 2011. However, she has performed as a solo artist since 2017, following the end of her previous project.
Despite lineup changes and shifting trends, the Tygers never lost their bite. After a brief hiatus, they roared back in the late ‘90s, proving their staying power with critically acclaimed releases like Ambush (2012) and Ritual (2019). Still active, still delivering classic heavy metal with modern fire, Tygers of Pan Tang remain one of the genre’s most enduring and underrated forces.
Brave Rival are the South East’s blues-rock powerhouse, bringing a fresh, fiery energy to the genre. Hailing from Portsmouth, this UK Blues Award-nominated band is driven by the powerhouse twin vocals of Chloe Josephine and Lindsey Bonnick, whose harmonies cut deep with soul and raw emotion. Guitarist Ed “The Shred” Clarke delivers soaring solos and thunderous riffs, while Billy Dedman (bass) and Donna Peters (drums) provide the rock-solid groove that keeps the whole machine firing on all cylinders.
Drawing inspiration from blues and rock legends like Aretha Franklin, Heart, Fleetwood Mac, Led Zeppelin, and Tedeschi Trucks Band, Brave Rival blend classic influences with a modern edge. Their sound is both familiar and refreshingly unique—deeply rooted in blues tradition yet bursting with contemporary fire. Whether on record or tearing up the stage, Brave Rival are a band you need to hear—and one you won’t forget.
Jack J Hutchinson is a British blues-rock firebrand, known for his soulful vocals, searing guitar work, and a sound that blends classic rock swagger with modern grit. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, and The Beatles, his music channels the raw energy of vintage blues-rock while keeping one foot firmly in the present.
Hutchinson’s love for rock ‘n’ roll was ingrained early—his childhood was soundtracked by Exile on Main Street, Revolver, and The Beatles’ iconic red and blue albums. But it was discovering Jimmy Page as a teenager that sealed the deal. “I bought some dragon flares and never looked back,” he recalls.
With a reputation for electrifying live shows and albums packed with riffs, hooks, and deep grooves, Hutchinson continues to carve his own path in the blues-rock world, earning a dedicated following and critical acclaim along the way.
Become a VIP ticket holder to access the venue early! VIP meet and greet prior to the performance with FM and receive a signed souvenir poster and Ltd edition tour laminate. There are a limited number of tickets allocated to each show, booking early recommended to avoid disappointment.(VIP Customers should arrive at the venue 1hr 15mins before advertised door times)

Christine Collister SOLO tour 2025
2025-09-15 20:00 - 23:00 | Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester Arts Centre
With a voice described by The Times as “personally delivered by God,” Christine Collister returns to the stage this year with a beautifully expanded live experience based around her acclaimed 2024 project Children of the Sea — a spellbinding suite of original songs inspired by the folklore of her native Isle of Man.Following a warm reception for both the album and its richly illustrated companion book, Christine is thrilled to bring audiences deeper into this magical world. In 2025, she shares additional new material drawn from the same thematic well, alongside a fresh collection of video storytelling created for earlier fan favourites — all seamlessly woven into an intimate evening of music, myth and memory.With her trademark blend of soul, folk, blues, jazz and country — and that effortlessly powerful voice — Christine continues to defy genres and captivate audiences worldwide. From her early days singing the iconic BBC theme The Life and Loves of a She-Devil, through collaborations with Richard Thompson, Clive Gregson, Daphne’s Flight, Dave Kelly and Michael Fix, she has carved out a singular space in the musical landscape.Over 42 years, 26 albums, and countless sold-out performances later, Christine remains a magnetic, moving and utterly unique live performer. This year’s tour promises an atmospheric, heartfelt and visually rich celebration of stories — old and new — told as only she can.“Boundary-breaking is routine for Collister… one of the finest grown-up vocalists on the planet.” – Q Magazine

Iceland In Winter - Talk by Colin Westgate MFIAP FRPS MPAGB APAGB
2025-09-16 19:30 - 22:00 | Ireton Road, CO3 3AT Colchester, United Kingdom, Ireton Road, CO3 3AT Colchester, United Kingdom
Colin has been photographing landscapes for over 60 years andhas never wavered in his enthusiasm and passion for this diverse subject. One of his favourite locations is Iceland, a country he has returned to repeatedly. The raw and dramatic volcanic scenery offers endless and exciting opportunities for photography.In winter, the unique Icelandic landscape is transformed into something truly magical, with a blanket of snow and ice covering everything, including frozen rivers, lakes, and waterfalls. The special quality of light during this season adds another dimension to the scenery, and the longer nights increase the chances of experiencing the Northern Lights.
(Visitors £5.00)
Header Image: Winter Light, Iceland – Colin Westgate MPAGB FRPS MFIAP APAGB

German Taster Evening
2025-09-17 19:00 - 22:00 | 5-6 St Nicholas St, CO1 1LB Colchester, United Kingdom, 5-6 St Nicholas St, CO1 1LB Colchester, United Kingdom
Get a taste of Bavaria at our German Taster Evening! Join us on Wednesday 17th September throughout the evening we will guide you through a selection of authentic German beers paired with traditional German food.
Tickets online cost £35. Availability is limited for this event so pre-booking is essential.
Starts 7pm in our tasting roomOver 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.

National Theatre Live: Inter Alia
2025-09-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Lakeside Theatre, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, CO4 3SQ, GB
Inter Aliaa new play by Suzie Miller
Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind Prima Facie.
Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance, can she hold her family upright?
Writer Suzie Miller and director Justin Martin reunite following their global phenomenon Prima Facie, with this searing examination of modern motherhood and masculinity.
Running Time:120min TBC
BBFC Certificate:15 ‘as live’ TBC

POSTPONED CK9R Pub Quiz at Hole in The Wall - 19/09/2025
2025-09-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Hole in the Wall, Hole in the Wall
Due to the influx of animals in the rescue and personal circumstances going on at the moment, we need to postpone the quiz night tomorrow.
As the rescue is ran by a limited number of volunteers, we need to ensure our time is being put first for our personal lives and the animals lives.
We will liaise with Hole in the Wall and get a new date arranged.
Those of you that have booked a table, we have messaged you privately.
We are really sorry to cancel last minute but we need to make sure we look after ourselves and the animals as a priority.
The pub will be hosting a karaoke night and there will be a pot for donations that can be left for the rescue. Please feel free to share the support and keep an eye on our social media for a new quiz date!
Thank you for understanding🐾

The Country Music Experience: Colchester - Charter Hall
2025-09-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Charter Hall, Charter Hall
The Country Music Experience by The Country Collective: Colchester
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We are thrilled to bring our sell out show back to Colchester’s go to live event destination!
The Country Collective brings you an incredible country experience like no other, throw on those cowboy hats, two step into your boots and head on down to our ranch, where you can dance the night away to some of the biggest country anthems from the decades! 👢💃
Experience our our collective of musicians bringing to life the sounds of Country, nostalgic & new in a live 90 minute show stopping performance! 🌵🎤
Performing the music of:⭐️ Dolly Parton⭐️ Luke Combs⭐️ Morgan Wallen⭐️ Kenny Rogers⭐️ Darius Rucker⭐️ John Denver⭐️ Shania Twain⭐️ Chris Stapleton⭐️ Taylor Swift⭐️ Blake Shelton
🎟️ THE COUNTRY MUSIC EXPERIENCE – TICKET INFO 🎟️
⭐ All tickets are seated, you will be able choose your seats using the map feature on Eventbrite!
⭐ Children aged 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over. We recommend a minimum age of 14+ due to the nature of the show!
⭐ Once tickets are gone there will be no additional releases!

Meteora - The Linkin Park Tribute / with support from Limpbiscuit
2025-09-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Coda Colchester, Coda Colchester
Meteora make their Colchester debut – The UK’s #1 Tribute to LINKIN PARK
“These talented guys really inhabit the energy of Linkin Park and are clearly dedicated fans of the songs, which they perform with impressive harmonies and nostalgic riffs. They transported me back to my teens!”
with support from LIMPBISCUIT
Friday 19th September 2025
7pm Doors
£15 adv / £18 otd
18+ ONLY

Faulty Towers: The Original Dining Experience
2025-09-19 19:00 - 22:30 | Colchester United FC, JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester, CO4 5UP, GB
50 years to the day since the show first aired, come and celebrate Faulty Towers’ success with this interactive dining experience.
The audience will enjoy a beautiful 3 course meal alongside 5 star comedy whilst you become diners in the ‘Faulty Towers’ restaurant. Basil, Sybil & Manuel will host this entertaining evening, where you can certainly expect the unexpected!
Doors open at 7pm, with the meal being served from 7.30pm. Approx 10pm finish. Over 16’s only.
Parking is free at the stadium when attending one of our events. Simply enter your car registration number into the tablets in the reception foyer as you enter.
If you wish to leave your vehicle overnight, you may do so and your parking validation will cover you until the following day. Please ensure that your vehicle is collected by 10am.

Yazmin wood ~ summer party 🎉
2025-09-19 19:00 - 23:00 | The Lexden Crown, Bistro Pub – Colchester, The Lexden Crown, Bistro Pub - Colchester
✨don’t miss this✨
🍾🍸🍾🍸🍾🍸Summer send off atThe Lexden Crown, Bistro Pub – Colchester!
Tickets on sale now!only £10 see link 🔗 in comments to book ✨

THE LEYLINES with support from Wilswood Buoys
2025-09-19 19:30 - 22:30 | 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom, 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
The Leylines: ‘Phosphenes’ Album Tour 2025
19th September | Doors 7:30pm | £15 + booking fee | Over 18s only
Experience the long-awaited third album from The Leylines as they bring ‘Phosphenes’ to life. Six years in the making, this transformative record blends cinematic rock with indie-folk authenticity, marking a bold evolution in the band’s sound.Hailing from the West Country, The Leylines have forged a unique musical identity where folk roots meet festival energy. Their live shows are legendary – a thrilling mix of soaring violin, electrifying guitar riffs, and lyrics that speak to both social conscience and the joy of living.
With support from Wilswood Buoys
Location:Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester (Top Floor)Please note, access to the top floor does not have a lift. There are five short flights of stairs with rest opportunities between each flight, ensuring everyone can enjoy the show.
Viewer Discretion:Please be aware that this event may feature flashing and strobing lighting effects.
Refund Policy:Please note that we will be unable to process any ticket refunds within 7 days of the event. We understand that circumstances may arise that prevent attendance, but unfortunately, we cannot accommodate refund requests within this timeframe.

Missrepresent & Friends
2025-09-19 22:00 - 2025-09-20 04:00 | Colchester
Babas 5 Crouch StreetColchester CO3 3EN
07581 043041

Watercolour Saturdays with Justine Moss
2025-09-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Lewis Gardens, CO1 1JH Colchester, United Kingdom
Explore the materials, techniques and colour theory used to develop watercolour paintings and meet other watercolour lovers in this relaxed social session.
During each workshop session a different subject will be provided for you to paint.
Your tutor can also guide you to work on a painting you are already working on or a subject you have always wanted to paint.
Basic materials provided.
For more info: https://firstsite.uk/event/watercolour-saturdays-justine-moss/ or call us on 01206 713 700.

Autumn Wreath Workshop
2025-09-20 10:30 - 13:30 | The Lexden Crown, Bistro Pub – Colchester, The Lexden Crown, Bistro Pub - Colchester
Come and make an Autumn Wreath, all materials provided. You can bring additional foliage if you wish.
Suitable for beginners and those with experience.
Choose from a Hot Beverage and Cake or a Lunch from the following options
Fish pie & garden peasChilli con carne & riceVegan burger & sweet potato fries
Book via Eventbrite with fees or email info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk to pay via Paypal or Bank Transfers (no fees).

Faux Leather Tote Workshop
2025-09-20 13:30 - 16:30 | The Lexden Crown, Bistro Pub – Colchester, The Lexden Crown, Bistro Pub - Colchester
Come and make a Faux Leather Handbag
Suitable for beginners and those with experience.
Choose from a Hot Beverage and Cake or a Lunch from the following options
Fish pie & garden peasChilli con carne & riceVegan burger & sweet potato fries
Book via Eventbrite with fees or email info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk to pay via Paypal or Bank Transfers (no fees).

Jamie Catto- The Old Forest Path: Book Launch and Performance
2025-09-20 16:15 - 19:15 | 63 High street, Colchester, 63 High street, Colchester
British musician, (Faithless, 1 Giant Leap) filmmaker, author, and transformative coach, Jamie Catto, performs songs and reads from his new book, The Old Forest Path – a children’sbook with evocative illustrations by Kanako Wakabayashi that intertwines themes of music, magic, and liberation.
Jamie Catto is a British musician, filmmaker, author, and workshop leader best known for his innovative fusion of music, spirituality, and personal growth. He was a founding member of the pioneering electronic band Faithless, helping shape its distinctive sound and global success. Catto later co-created 1 Giant Leap, a groundbreaking multimedia project that combined music, spoken word, and global cultural voices to explore themes like unity, consciousness, and human connection. The project featured collaborations with artists and thinkers from around the world, blending diverse musical styles into a powerful narrative. While his later work expanded into filmmaking, writing, and transformational workshops, music has remained at the heart of his creative expression. His workshops often include rhythm, sound, and voice to unlock deeper emotional insight. Jamie Catto’s work continues to blur boundaries between art and inner exploration, using music as a bridge to healing, awareness, and authentic human connection.
The Old Forest Path by Jamie Catto is a beautifully written children’s book that takes young readers on a gentle, magical journey through nature and self-discovery. Set along a winding forest path, the story introduces simple yet profound ideas about emotions, mindfulness, and the beauty of being present. With lyrical, calming language and a warm, nurturing tone, the book offers children a safe and imaginative space to explore their feelings and inner world. Each step through the forest introduces comforting characters and gentle life lessons that encourage kindness, curiosity, and self-acceptance. Jamie Catto, known for his work in music and personal growth, brings a unique sensitivity to this book, creating a peaceful experience ideal for bedtime or quiet moments. The Old Forest Path is more than a story—it’s an invitation for children (and the adults reading with them) to slow down, breathe deeply, and find calm in their own hearts.

PUNX 4 THE ANIMALS
2025-09-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Queen St Brewhouse, 7 - 9 Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PG, GB
PUNX 4 THE ANIMALS Queen St Brewhouse, Colchester.
DollFace- 6:00-6:40
Rudimentary Paste- 7:00-7:40
Dudesmell- 8:00-8:40
Kerozine- 9:00-9:40
The Domestics- 10:00-10:40
Creature Arcade- 11:00-11:40
Free Entry gig, but donations are welcomed. Cheers 💜🩷💜

James Bond Concert Spectacular - Charter Hall, Colchester
2025-09-20 19:30 - 22:30 | Colchester Charter Hall, Colchester Charter Hall
Q The Music’s James Bond Concert Spectacular is the world’s finest and most critically acclaimed tribute to the music of James Bond.
Celebrating more than 20 years as the first original and pioneering Bond concert, they are known for their stirring emotional and adrenaline-fueled performances, mixed in with superb musicianship and flair. Indeed, every fan club around the world recognises them as the best and finest performances of the songs since the originals.
Focusing not only on theme songs, the show also pays homage to the complete canon covering chase music, incidental cues and suites from across the series.
Some of the most notable praise has come from hugely influential Bond related stars including:
Five-time Bond composer David Arnold: “They do a phenomenal job”
Former James Bond actor George Lazenby: “They did John Barry proud”
Sir Roger Moore’s Office (following his official Memorial at Pinewood Studios): “They helped make a wonderful day an extraordinary day”
Steven Saltzman (son of legendary founding Bond producer Harry Saltzman): “You did my Dad proud”
Even The Times national newspaper raved about their performance in a 4-star review of their West End debut: “It’s hard to imagine this music being served better. Simply stunning.”
Becoming synonymous with the top Bond events around the world, in 2019 they performed at an event with George Lazenby: the 50th anniversary event for On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, held at Piz Gloria in the Swiss Alps. In 2019 they had the honour to provide the music at Sir Roger Moore’s official memorial event at Pinewood Studios. Appearing in London’s West End multiple times they have sold out several of the most prestigious venues to huge critical acclaim.
The show features all the Bond songs such as Goldfinger, Diamonds Are Forever, Live and Let Die and Nobody Does It Better – performed by musicians taken from the UK’s leading orchestras, sessions and shows. Caroline Bliss, who played Moneypenny in The Living Daylights and Licence To Kill, will guide you through the concert as compere, sharing the odd anecdote about her time working in this legendary series.
With stunning singing, an informative compere, and a show full of iconic tunes performed to an unparalleled level of detail it really is a night of the highest quality guaranteed. As the only James Bond concert created by die-hard Bond fans, for Bond fans, by people who understand the music better than anyone else: you won’t want to miss it.

Groove On Up
2025-09-20 20:00 - 23:00 | 10 North Station Rd, Colchester
The Victoria Inn’s ‘Groove On Up’
Get ready for “Groove On Up,” a night of classic soul, disco, and funk!
DJs Ben Howard and Dave Mansfield, known for their legendary club nights, are set to get everyone grooving at the Victoria Inn on Saturday 20th September.
They’ll supply you with a mix of timeless tracks, from Motown classics to the golden era of disco to singalong funk and soul anthems.
And the best part? It’s free entry!
