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Number of results: 19
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.
Dates
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- 30 Aug 2026to30 Aug 2027Open 11:00 - 12:00
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.
Venue
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.
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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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- 18 Sept 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
Colchester
A monthly gathering for artists, creatives, and the curious to explore the uncharted territories of imagination.
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- 1 Oct 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
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- 12 Nov 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
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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- 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
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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- 11 Oct 2026
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- 15 Nov 2026
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- 13 Dec 2026
Address
Mill Lane, Walton on the Naze, Essex, CO14 8PFTelephone
01255 851505Price
Price £10.00 Per TicketWalton on the Naze
Join the creator of Frinton's much-loved Naughty Seagull series for a fun, hands-on workshop exploring how to write and illustrate your own children's stories.
Dates
- From:
- 18 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
Address
Mill Lane, Walton on the Naze, Essex, CO14 8PFTelephone
01255 851505Price
Price £25.00 Per TicketWalton on the Naze
Take your short-story writing to the next level in an inspiring, practical masterclass with award-winning novelist and short story writer Jane Rogers FRSL.
Dates
- From:
- 25 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
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.
Venue
Dates
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- 30 Oct 2026Open 17:30 - 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
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- 30 Oct 2026Open 18:15 - 20:30
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 10:00 - 12:30
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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
Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713700Price
Price £8.00 Per TicketHigh Street, Colchester
Discover the fascinating world of natural inks! Explore how everyday natural materials can be transformed into inks with their own distinctive colours, textures and qualities.
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 13 Nov 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
Address
Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713700Price
Price £16.00 Per TicketHigh Street, Colchester
Discover a more expressive approach to self-portraiture in this hands-on oil painting workshop, where you'll explore how a portrait can capture character, emotion and identity without needing to look exactly like you.
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Dates
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- 14 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
01206 282931Price
Price £55.00 Per TicketColchester
Create three fused glass Christmas decorations, enjoy festive refreshments, and explore Colchester Castle in this beginner-friendly seasonal workshop.
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- 28 Nov 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30
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- 28 Nov 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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
- From:
- 11 Dec 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
Address
Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713700Price
Price £40.00 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.
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 27 Feb 2027to28 Feb 2027Open 10:30 - 15:30
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