New Group Just Starting

Come and join us at our Bible Study Group for new and old believers. We will meet every Tuesday at 7.30pm starting on Tuesday 26th April.

For more information please call John on Mobile Number: 07956 363349

Take part in The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Beacon Trail.

Take part in this historic celebration with the official family story-trail in Mayland. Nearby are 7 whimsical characters to find as they go on an adventure.

Not only that but Sir Barnaby Beacon will guide you through the history of The Queen’s 70 year reign. Simply scan the QR codes, displayed at 7 locations nearby, to collect digital stamps. You’ll get to choose what happens in the story and see the characters come to life in augmented reality.

Click Here to visit the website to start your free, family adventure.

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.

A new feature for the gardens from 2021 is the new Tea Cabin and Courtyard refreshment area.

Scenic backdrop of remains of 12th CenturyC12 abbey incorporated into the private house.

Buy refreshments including hot and cold drinks, cakes and rolls from our Tea Cabin and courtyard area.

Come to Maldon Library for our Jubilee Celebration

Join us for ‘Love Your Library Day’ fun with a suitably royal theme in honour of the Jubilee.

10.30am – Royal Story time.

10am – 4pm – Crafts and special guests for the children.

10am – 12pm – Free tea and coffee fit for a Queen, ( or King! )

No need to book just come along.

Telephone:0345 603 7628 for more information.

ALL WELCOME

Henry Samuel Art Group

Come and see what we have achieved as absolute beginners at our very first art exhibition.

It will be held at The Henry Samuel Hall, where we meet.

Refreshments available.

The group was founded in January 2022.
The tutors are :

• Tim Edwards (Drawing/Painting)
• Jenny Owen (Sculpture/Ceramicist)
• Carole Pointer (Potter/Ceramicist) who give their time on a volunteer bases

They currently have 35 group members.

They decided to call themselves  ‘Absolute Beginners”.

They meet every other Thursday 10am – 1pm at Henry Samuel Hall in Mayland.

Cost – £3 a session to cover refreshments.

Members have studied the fundamentals of drawing and painting to date and after the show are moving on to sculpture and ceramics.

Contact details:
Tim Edwards 07715 486840
Tim’s Instagram: @tim.edwards.9210
Facebook: Henry Samuel Art Group
The group also has a closed chat room in Messenger to communicate.

Come to Southminster Library for our Jubilee Celebration

Join us for ‘Love Your Library Day’ fun with a suitably royal theme in honour of the Jubilee.

10.30am – Red, White and Blue Lego Club.

12pm – 4pm – Make your own crown and Jubilee flag.

No need to book just come along.

Telephone:0345 603 7628 for more information.

ALL WELCOME

BOOT SALE IN ALTHORNE

Sell your unwanted items from a table in front of your house.

Trail maps are available from Athhorne church.

£1 per map – Grab yourself a bargain. 

Event in aid of St Andrews Church Repair Fund.

Don’t miss possibly your last chance to see the amazing Carters Steam Fair.

It has just been announced that the famous historic touring fair will be travelling for its last season in 2022 before being sold. It will be arriving at Promenade Park at the end of May, bringing past times fun for all ages, including over the Platinum Jubilee weekend.

Experience the thrills of a bygone era and feast your senses: the rock’n’roll music, sumptuous colours, steam engines, twinkling lights, lilting fairground organ, the aroma of doughnuts, candy floss and coal.

A fabulous family day out.

Entry to the fair is free but you must have tokens for all the rides and stalls which will be available online, including special deals with extra free rides!

Family-friendly bundles start from just £30

OPEN DAY AT CROUCH RIDGE VINEYARD IN ALTHORNE

Celebrating English Wine Week

Ross and Sam Lonergan at the Crouch Ridge Estate would like to invite you to their Vineyards to celebrate English Wine Week.

Attractions include; Gin and Bubbles Bar – also local beer, cider, tea, coffee and soft drinks.

GUIDED VINEYARD TOUR –  11am, 1.30pm & 3.30pm

Live Music 4.30pm – 9.30pm

Refreshments – Cheese and meat plates, seafood, BBQ and pizza oven as well as ice-cream.

Pop up stalls as well as wine and gift shop. FREE Parking.

COME ALONG IT WOULD BE A SHAME TO MISS IT.

Wings and Wheels back by Popular Demand!

Our signature show, Wings and Wheels, returns in the summer of 2022.

This stonking Air and Ground event showcases the best of aviation and motor vehicles and it ALWAYS sells out.

Admission is strictly by advance ticket only, by ground or air.

Bring the whole family to enjoy the event.

Set in the wonderful open space of the Aerodrome, you can view the classic cars, vans and motorcycles, explore the new Guiding the Empire and Words Without Wires exhibitions, see the Model T Ford up close.

You might even get a chance to get up close and personal with the aircraft on a Flightline walk, led by our knowledgeable team.

Enjoy lunch from the BBQ or in the Airmen’s Mess Café, and don’t forget to pick up some souvenirs in the shop.

If you would like your club to exhibit vehicles, please Download the application form and return it NO LATER THAN 30th APRIL.

Just complete it, scan it and send it digitally to info@stowmaries.org.uk .

We welcome applications from clubs where members drive pre-1984 Classic vehicles, and individuals if we have space left.

Any number of wheels are welcome – We can’t wait to hear from you!

Attention all Witches and Wizards

Take part in this exciting themed afternoon tea with Hogwarts students. Fun and games plus meet Hedwig!

Childrens Menu

Lightning bolt sandwiches, Pretzel broom stick, Bertie Botts Beans, Chocolate frogs, themed sweet treat and Polyjuice poition drink.

2 Lesson times available at 12pm – 1.30pm and 2.30pm – 4pm