Food & Drink Festival at Meadowcroft

 Saturday 13th August – 10am – 8pm                                  Sunday 14th August – 10am – 4pm

With over 30 stalls, there wll be a selection of some of the finest artisan food & drink suppliers attending, many of which are based locally.

The Tiptree Bus will be serving cream tea and cocktails throughout the weekend.

The bar will be selling local Newhall Wine and award-winning Crouch Vale Beer as well as some German Beer and more!

You’ll be able to shop mouthwatering chutneys, delicious cheese, flavoursome nuts and olives, freshly baked breads and cakes, locally brewed and distilled alcohol and freshly pressed juices and more!

Trudles doodles will be on hand to face paint the children with any design they wish and our traditional fete style games will be open too for lots of fun.

Live music will be provided by George Bone, Ze Trio, Blazin Aces, D’Ukes.

The garden centre & restaurant ‘Meadow Croft Kitchen’ will be open all weekend as normal.

The Mini Meadows Golf Course and Play Area will also be open all weekend.

Experience History Through the Ages

We will have hundreds of military vehicles across all eras and nationalities – from push bikes to massive trucks that even make the tanks look small!

We have an amazing turn out of living history displays with many re-enactors depicting military life from many periods and nationalities. These historical re-enactors go to massive lengths to represent history as accurately and authentically as possible and are always happy to answer your questions or demonstrate equipment so don’t be afraid to ask! This is a fantastic opportunity to see how the soldiers and people of different nationalities and time periods lived and to get close to the weapons, equipment and atmosphere of the time.

There will be Arena activities during the day, The vehicle parade allows you to get close with a convoy of trucks and armoured vehicles, see and hear them roaring around the arena and learn a little about their history. As always, there will be battles and fire power demonstrations!

There’s so much more for the kids to get involved in and watch, what better way is there for the younger generation to learn about our history than to hear about it from those who made it – our wonderful veterans are always happy to tell their own story. Back by popular demand will be our live ‘wartime’ entertainment in our huge marquee all day, including music and a ’40s fashion show.

Dengie Emergency Services and Country Show

If you are interested in emergency services vehicles as well as country life this is the show for you. There will be vehicles old and new, tractors, steam engines, demonstrations as well as craft stalls and local produce. Not forgetting the food stalls and beer tent. Come and enjoy the fun at Patch Farm.

A two day event on Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 6pm each day.

Tel: 07775 830824 for further information

A Time for Essex will return to us in 2022.

This hugely popular, multi-period Living History, Museum and Air Display event gives us the opportunity to make the most of the rich cultural history of the County.

Our dog friendly and accessible site welcomes everyone to enjoy a day celebrating the heritage of Essex. On offer will be vintage aircraft flying (if weather permits), living history demonstrations, aircraft in hangars, and interactive exhibitions including the new Guiding the Empire and Words Without Wires.

The Airmen’s Mess cafe will open for hot and cold food, drinks and cakes and the BBQ will be fired up. The shop will be open selling a wide range of gifts and souvenirs.

Danbury and Villages Rotary Treasure Hunt

15 clues ….. set to amuse and for you to find in the Danbury area. Open to All.

WIN a fantastic ‘Original’ oil on canvas painting 600mm x 450mm of a snow leopard worth ITR of £500. Painted by a local artist and member of Danbury & Villages Rotary Club.

For entry details please email geof.clark@hotmail.co.uk  Clues will be supplied and available as a pdf.

All entries to be returned to the above email address before the  16th September.

Entry anytime up to September 15th.

Close and Winner drawn on 21st September.

All proceeds will go into Danbury & Villages Rotary Charity account to be used for charitable purposes.

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

PE Style Fitness Sessions run by the Townsend Twins

Suitable for all ages and abilities with the aim for people to enjoy being active at Maldon Prom Park on the events field.

The Jungle Book by DOT Productions at the Museum of Power

DOT Productions return to with their own adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s ‘The Jungle Book’.

Join Mowgli as Bagheera and Baloo help him on his journey through the jungle back to the man- village. Watch as they encounter the monkeys, run from Shere Khan the tiger and get hypnotised by Kaa the snake. A fun family show that takes you on a rollercoaster adventure! Brought to the stage by a cast of 5 actors, this production is sure to entertain the smallest to the eldest of your wolf pack.”

This is an Open Air Event please bring blankets or seating.

Doors Open at 2:00PM
Production from 3:00PM to 4:00PM

Pygmalion by DOT Productions at the Museum of Power

DOT Productions return in their 12th year of touring with their own adaptation of a well loved classic, George Bernard Shaw’s ‘Pygmalion.’

Will professor of phonetics Henry Higgins transform Eliza Doolittle enough to convince upper-class society that she is one of them, or will Eliza never forget who she really is?
Pygmalion explores the English class system with all of its petty attitudes and posturing. Full of wit & wisdom Shaw exposes the hollowness at the heart of that society, but it is not just about accents or class. It is about the battle of the sexes, of control!

Brought to the stage by a cast of 5 actors and DOT’s unmistakable entertaining style this is not to be missed.

This is an Open Air Event please bring blankets or seating.

Doors Open at 6:30PM

Production from 7:30PM to 9:45PM

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.

Live Music Festival at The Star Inn Steeple

Live music from 11.00 am till midnight. 2 stages, stalls, beer and food. A fund raising event in aid of Farleigh Hospice.

• Co Co
• Terry Dungate
• Standing Band
• Andy Capp
• The Craic Heads
• Hot Rock Juke Box
• Jay Wesy & Friends
• Freefall
• Kingsnakes & a No….Good Woman
• Maskara
• One BigSugar
• Black Rabbit
• String of Fire
• Roxxi Red

Camping Available.

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

Mayland Classic Car and Motorbike Show

Join us for the first Classic Car and Motorbike Family Fun Day in Mayland.

There will be lots of activities for all ages.

Contact

Debbie: 07983 882519 or Linda: 07972 307318 for more information

email – hshfriends@outlook.com if you would like to register to bring your vehicle to our event.

All proceeds in aid of Henry Samuel Hall renovation fund.

Steeple Vintage Vehicle Gathering is Back!

If you want a venue to show off your vintage vehicle in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere on a local farm this is the place for you. If you enjoy looking at vintage vehicles there will be lots of interesting cars, tractors, and bikes to see. There will also be a refreshment marquee and a variety of stalls to peruse.

This event is organised by ‘The Eccentrics’ in aid of the Steeple Church Belfry Restoration.

For more information Tel: 07711 472 132

Performing Arts Summer School in Maldon

They are delighted to announce that they will be running two FUN PACKED Performing Arts Summer Camps this August.

• Disney Delights will run from Monday 1st – Friday 5th August – Moana – Beauty & the Beast – The Little Mermaid – Encanto – The Lion King

• Musical Madness will run from Monday 22nd – Friday 26th August – Annie – Bugsy Malone – Frozen – Matilda – High School Musical

Their Summer Camps are open to all young people aged 6 – 16 years of age and will run from  10am – 4pm each day from All Saints’ Primary School, Maldon.

FUN and EXCITING workshops in acting, singing, and dancing will be the nature of the day as we work our way through scenes, songs, and dances from some of the most successful films and musicals of all time.

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

PE Style Fitness Sessions run by the Townsend Twins

Suitable for all ages and abilities with the aim for people to enjoy being active at Maldon Prom Park on the events field.

RHS Craft and Design Fair at Hyde Hall

The Craft & Design Fair returns to RHS Garden Hyde Hall, where you can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere as you browse and buy at this unique shopping experience. Selected from the finest professional contemporay craft makers and artists in the UK, it presents a true showcase of original and inspiring crafts not often seen at other craft fairs.

From 10am to 5pm each day.

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.

Sailing Taster Day on the River Crouch

Experience Sailing at Eyott Sailing Club this Summer

Come along to our Saturday taster days and one of our experienced helms will take you for a sail in a club dinghy.

Please book in advance with Mike 07795 849519 or Liesl on 01245 321986

Eyott Sailing Club has:-

• A family friendly environment
• Over 70 years dinghy experience
• Members of all ages and abilities
• Structured training and mentoring
• Club boats and equipment
• Step aboard boat access
• Beautiful views of the countryside
• Members with canoes and rowing boats
• Membership from just £90 a year

58th Annual Exhibition of Paintings by Members of Burnham Art Club

• Open 10am to 5pm weekends and Bank Holiday Monday
• 1.30pm to 5pm – Tuesday 30th August to Friday 2nd September.

Over a hundred paintings for sale by our talented Art Club members many of whom joined in the past year. Browse or buy, framed and unframed, ideal gifts or mementos of a lovely day out in Burnham!
Wide range of subjects, marine scenes, local views, landscapes, animals and abstract. Reasonably priced. Card payments welcome.

Enquiries email Sue: sjrspiers@gmail.com

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