Gardens Beautifully Maintained  in a Historic Countryside Setting

Explore the grounds at Beeleigh Abbey which is open each month on a limited number of days.

You will see three acres of beautifully maintained gardens in a historic countryside setting, with mature trees surrounding the many plant and water features.

There are also woodland walks leading to the tidal River Chelmer, Beeleigh Falls, cottage & bog gardens, along with an extensive formal rose garden filled with over 300 English roses, kitchen & soft fruit garden, orchard, wildflower meadow, wisteria walk, and stunning 85 metre long mixed border displays. The extensive lawn contains the remains of a 12th century abbey incorporated into a mainly 17th century private residence, with an ornamental glasshouse & herb garden. Scenic backdrop of remains of 12th CenturyC12 abbey incorporated into the private house.

A new feature for the gardens from 2021 is the new Tea Cabin and Courtyard refreshment area. Buy refreshments including hot and cold drinks, cakes and rolls from our Tea Cabin and courtyard area.

Free Community Festival

A whole Day of Fun Activities to Celebrate the Queen’s Baton Relay

Maldon District Council will be hosting a free, community festival on Friday 8 July to celebrate the arrival of the Queen’s Baton Relay to the District.

The Festival

UFest, will feature activities, stalls and events for the whole community, focusing on health, wellbeing and fun.

Activities will begin at 11am and run through into the evening with a stage line-up of musicians and entertainment, a food court and a Community Marquee with local organisations, sports clubs, schools and businesses offering fun engagement activities for everyone to enjoy.

The Baton Relay

One of the highlights of the day will be the arrival of the Queen’s Baton relay in the afternoon. The Baton contains a message from Her Majesty The Queen to the Commonwealth and has been carried around the
world on a 294-day, 90,000-mile journey. It will reach its final destination at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games on 28 July, where the message will be read out at the start of the Games.

When the Baton arrives in Maldon it will be carried by 10 specially chosen Batonbearers on a 2km course around Promenade Park, including paying a visit to the statue of Saxon hero Byrhtnoth, before concluding
on the UFest stage.

Join us for a Posh Picnic

Bring a blanket and feast on a home-made picnic whilst taking in our beautiful grounds.

Enjoy some fabulous live entertainment.

Historic Vehicles – Dog Show – Stalls – Refreshment

Lots to see and a must for lovers of dog shows and also historic vehicle enthusiasts.

Come and admire cars, motorcycles, tractors, commercials and military vehicles and watch the dogs showing what they can do!

This is a charity event in aid of Church Restorations, with volunteers from Althorne, Creeksea and Steeple churches working together.

Mayland Boot Sale

This Boot Fair is held every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month.

All money raised is donated to the Henry Samuel Hall Renovation Fund.

Come and Find Yourself a Bargain.

Researching Your Family History?

Are you currently researching your family history? Come and join our informal group to discuss your ideas and bring fascinating family stories to life.

Concert is performed by Samuel Kimuli on the organ.

Churches Together in Maldon has resumed its popular series of lunchtime concerts set in the spacious Maldon United Reformed Church.

The church opens at 12:30 with hot drinks and light refreshments available to purchase, or you are very welcome to bring your own lunch.

Concerts start at 13:00 and last just under an hour so they can be safely enjoyed during your work lunch hour.

Concerts are free, but donations go towards the musicians’ fees and expenses.

Gardens Beautifully Maintained  in a Historic Countryside Setting

Explore the grounds at Beeleigh Abbey which is open each month on a limited number of days.

You will see three acres of beautifully maintained gardens in a historic countryside setting, with mature trees surrounding the many plant and water features.

There are also woodland walks leading to the tidal River Chelmer, Beeleigh Falls, cottage & bog gardens, along with an extensive formal rose garden filled with over 300 English roses, kitchen & soft fruit garden, orchard, wildflower meadow, wisteria walk, and stunning 85 metre long mixed border displays. The extensive lawn contains the remains of a 12th century abbey incorporated into a mainly 17th century private residence, with an ornamental glasshouse & herb garden. Scenic backdrop of remains of 12th CenturyC12 abbey incorporated into the private house.

A new feature for the gardens from 2021 is the new Tea Cabin and Courtyard refreshment area. Buy refreshments including hot and cold drinks, cakes and rolls from our Tea Cabin and courtyard area.

Drinks at The Manor

Tantalise your taste buds with 5 freshly shaken (or stirred) cocktails served with canapes.

The Very Best of our Top UK Tributes in one place

A fantastic line up. Headlining Act Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Michael Jackson, Freddie Mercury,  Chaz & Dave, Tribute to Madness & Ska, Luther Vandros, Barry White, 80’s Divas, Dolly Parton, George Benson Tribute to UB40 & Reggae, Oasis . Plenty of acts to keep you entertained.

Hosted By Tina Williams & DJ Dan.  This Event will go ahead no matter the weather, feel free to bring chairs, rain coat, umbrellas, & wellies, anything that will protect you from potential bad weather. Sorry No dogs allowed.

Please Note this festival is family friendly so drugs or violence is under a No Tolerance Rule, anyone violating these rules will be immediately escorted off the premises, we will also have a Dog Unit on patrol for sniffing duties and for defusing any volatile situations, All efforts are made to secure Acts by contract and deposit, however on the very rare occasion an act was to cancel at the last minute, Management withhold the right to change the Entertainment act without prior notice,

Burnham-on-Crouch Farmers and Artisan Market

Held on the 3rd Sunday of each month.

Stalls include fresh meat, bread, cakes, fruit & veg, fish and other local products including ceramics, hand made candles and cushions.

Free entrance and parking.

For more information Tel: 07706 450681

Gardens Beautifully Maintained  in a Historic Countryside Setting

Explore the grounds at Beeleigh Abbey which is open each month on a limited number of days.

You will see three acres of beautifully maintained gardens in a historic countryside setting, with mature trees surrounding the many plant and water features.

There are also woodland walks leading to the tidal River Chelmer, Beeleigh Falls, cottage & bog gardens, along with an extensive formal rose garden filled with over 300 English roses, kitchen & soft fruit garden, orchard, wildflower meadow, wisteria walk, and stunning 85 metre long mixed border displays. The extensive lawn contains the remains of a 12th century abbey incorporated into a mainly 17th century private residence, with an ornamental glasshouse & herb garden. Scenic backdrop of remains of 12th CenturyC12 abbey incorporated into the private house.

A new feature for the gardens from 2021 is the new Tea Cabin and Courtyard refreshment area. Buy refreshments including hot and cold drinks, cakes and rolls from our Tea Cabin and courtyard area.

Midsummer Weekend at Creeksea Place Farm

Join us for two evenings of delicious local food and talented musicians!

We have a brilliant line up of fantastic singers and bands, local food vendors, a real ale tent, a cocktail bar and fun for the kids!

There is parking at the Parlour Cafe and the overflow parking will be open, however we recommend walking where possible.

There is a direct footpath from Burnham on Crouch that follows the train track, though bring a torch for the way home as it is unlit.

Please do not bring in any outside food or drink to the event.

Please note that this event is not suitable for dogs.

Music on the Green for Your Enjoyment

Grab your picnic blanket and head to The Square, Tillingham for a night of music and entertainment!

• 7.15pm Kids Superheros Parade
• 7.30pm – 8pm Kid’s Disco
• 8pm – 9.15pm Black Rabbit Band
• 9.15pm – 9.45pm Interval & Raffle
• 9.45pm – 11pm Black Rabbit Band

Tillingham Flower Show is back!

The show kicks off with a procession through the village, starting from the top of Manor Road in Dengie.

The procession includes Tillingham fire crew with their fire engine, vintage cars, tractors, dancers, Tillingham Tigers FC, fancy dress and floats.

The Grand Parade leaves the Dengie Straight at 1pm to arrive at the West Field at approx 2pm. There are seven awards to be won in the parade for floats, best adult, best child and group awards.

The parade will include floats, dancers, Tillingham fire engine, vintage tractors and cars, sports cars, fancy dress, dancers and more!

Over on the field, there will be plenty for everyone! Highlights include a Dog Show, dog scurry, dance performances, Tillingham Tigers penalty shoot out, the Tillingham Stocks, donkey rides, tug of war, ice cream van, plenty of food & drink options, crafts, and two tents bursting with horticultural and handicraft entries.

New for this year is a Pimms & Prosecco Tent and a Horsebox Bar.

The running order for the show arena:

• 2.05pm – 2.25pm Street Dancing Display by Epic Dance Academy
• 2.30pm – 2.50pm Gymnastic Display by Swallows Gymnastics Club
• 2.55pm – 3.15pm First Aid by Dengie First Responders
• 3.20pm – 3.40pm Jujitsu Display by Wakarishin Jujitsu Association
• 3.45pm – 4.05pm Latin and Ballroom Dance Display by E&E Dance
• 4.05pm – 4.15pm Vintage Car Trophy presentation
• 4.15pm – 4.45pm Tug of War
• 4.45pm – Prize giving for parade winners, Best Dressed House and Scarecrow Competition

A Best Dressed House and scarecrow competition will also be taking place over the weekend.

Langford Country Fete at the Museum of Power

All that a Country Fete has to offer – Folk Music, Talks & Workshops, Agricultural Machinery, Country Crafts, Games and fun for all.

Celebrating the traditions of Harvest through story telling, dancing, live music, craft and trade stalls.

Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies)

‘Astaria’ model village OPEN

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air and other oil / diesel engines will be running.

Mayland Boot Sale

This Boot Fair is held every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month.

All money raised is donated to the Henry Samuel Hall Renovation Fund.

Come and Find Yourself a Bargain.

Inflatable Fun Days at Promenade Park

Join us in the park for a series of action packed inflatable fun days courtesy of Mega Inflatables Ltd. Among the activities on offer will be an Assault Course, Activity Units, Bouncy Castles, Slides and Fun Runs.

There will be 2 sessions each day – 11am – 1pm & 2pm – 4pm

Opera in The Orchard at Creeksea Manor

Bring a blanket or your favourite outdoor seats and make your way to our beautiful orchard to enjoy a picnic and stunning operatic performance.