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Number of results: 18
Address
128 Gloucester Avenue, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 9LGTelephone
+441245 979 481Chelmsford
Creative balloon workshops for groups of 8–10 children aged 8–11. Perfect for birthdays, clubs and youth groups, with every child taking home their own balloon creations.
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- 30 Aug 2026to30 Aug 2027Open 11:00 - 12:00
Address
Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713700Price
Price £11.00 Per TicketHigh Street, Colchester
Discover the art of handmade bookbinding in this practical workshop with artist Martine, where you will learn how to create your own beautifully crafted notebook from start to finish.
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Dates
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- 5 Sept 2026
Address
Hollytrees Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282920Price
Price £25.00 Per TicketColchester
Discover how tarot can be used for reflection, creativity and intention setting in this hands-on workshop at Hollytrees Museum.
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Dates
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- 5 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 13:00
Address
Hopefield Animal Sanctuary, Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9BZTelephone
01277 201110Price
Price £64.50 Per TicketBrentwood
Learn potentially life-saving skills including canine CPR, choking response, bleeding control and emergency assessment in this practical Dog First Aid Training Course for dog owners and animal professionals.
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Dates
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- 5 Sept 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Address
Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713700Price
Price £21.00 Per TicketHigh Street, Colchester
Explore expressive still life painting through the techniques and ideas of Impressionism in this hands-on oil painting workshop focused on colour, light, and observation.
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Dates
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- 6 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
Address
The Big Red Buoy, Belton Bridge, Leigh On Sea, Essex, SS9 1AAPrice
Price £45.00 Per TicketLeigh On Sea
Take a walk around the old fishing town of Leigh On Sea, collecting sounds as you go.
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- 6 Sept 2026
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- 11 Oct 2026
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- 15 Nov 2026
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- 13 Dec 2026
Colchester
A monthly gathering for artists, creatives, and the curious to explore the uncharted territories of imagination.
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- 10 Sept 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
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- 1 Oct 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
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- 12 Nov 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
Address
Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206713700Price
Price £51.00 Per TicketHigh Street, Colchester
Explore paper sculpture and lino printing in this two-part creative workshop inspired by vintage decorative art and handmade animal sculptures.
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- 11 Sept 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
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- 18 Sept 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
01206 282931Price
Price £40.00 Per TicketColchester
Unwind beneath the Museum of the Moon with a restorative Reiki sound bath featuring crystal bowls, gongs and deep relaxation in the atmospheric surroundings of Colchester Castle.
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Dates
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- 17 Sept 2026Open 18:15 - 20:30
Address
Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713700Price
FreeHigh Street, Colchester
Based on different themes, Art Jam with Art Harbour at Firstsite is a free opportunity to explore, experiment and develop your own art ideas.
Venue
Dates
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- 18 Sept 2026Open 16:30 - 18:30
Address
Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713700High Street, Colchester
Step into a world of unlimited creativity at our monthly Fabulous Fridays! Immerse yourself in a world of artistic inspiration with different workshops, art, tasty treats and films.
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Dates
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- 18 Sept 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
01206 282931Price
Price £6.00 Per TicketColchester
Join us for Moon, Magick & Mystery, a unique festival exploring folklore, witchcraft, spirituality, astronomy, superstition and the unexplained.
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Dates
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- 9 Oct 2026Open 18:00 - 22:30
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- 10 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 21:00
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
01206 282939Colchester
Step into a world of mystery at Colchester Castle with talks, workshops, psychic readings, paranormal investigations and moon-inspired magic across a fascinating and atmospheric event.
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Dates
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- 9 Oct 2026Open 18:00 - 22:30
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- 10 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 16:45
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- 10 Oct 2026Open 18:30 - 21:30
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
01206 282931Price
Price £40.00 Per TicketColchester
Unwind beneath the Museum of the Moon with a restorative Reiki sound bath featuring crystal bowls, gongs and deep relaxation in the atmospheric surroundings of Colchester Castle.
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 30 Oct 2026Open 18:15 - 20:30
Address
Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206713700Price
Price £21.00 Per TicketHigh Street, Colchester
Create your own handcrafted willow lantern in this practical making workshop, where you'll learn traditional willow construction techniques to design a unique lantern for your home or garden.
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Dates
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- 30 Oct 2026Open 17:30 - 21:30
Address
Natural History Museum, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1DNTelephone
01206 282931Price
FreeColchester
Explore bird specimens, handle museum collections and support the redevelopment of Colchester's Natural History Museum at these free sessions.
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- 4 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 12:30
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- 4 Nov 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
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- 6 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 12:30
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- 6 Nov 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
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- 11 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 12:30
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- 11 Nov 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
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- 13 Nov 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
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- 18 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 12:30
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- 18 Nov 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
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- 20 Nov 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
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- 25 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 12:30
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- 25 Nov 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
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- 27 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 12:30
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- 27 Nov 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
Address
Natural History Museum, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1DNTelephone
01206 282931Price
FreeColchester
Explore mollusc specimens, handle museum collections and support the redevelopment of Colchester's Natural History Museum at these free sessions.
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- 2 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 12:30
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- 2 Dec 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
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- 4 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 12:30
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- 4 Dec 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
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- 9 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 12:30
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- 9 Dec 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
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- 11 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 12:30
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- 11 Dec 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
Address
Layer Marney Tower, Layer Marney, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9USTelephone
01206330784Price
Price £71.00 Per TicketColchester
Join us for a festive wreath-making workshop led by our Head Gardener, Claire. Enjoy a glass of fizz and a mince pie as you create your own beautiful Christmas wreath.
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Dates
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- 11 Dec 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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