Community Bulletin Board

On our community bulletin board you can find details of events, exhibitions and things to do in the Epping area.

If you'd like to tell us about your event, look out for contact details at the foot of this page.

Larry Berkovitz & Zak Barrett - HOT JAZZ - still swinging after Xmas

When: 02 January to 03 January, 2:30pm to 8pm

Where: Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1JG

What is it: An intimate night-club atmosphere with a unique style of the best ‘Great American Songbook’ standards. Hot Jazz at The Chelmsford Theatre Studio.

Cost: Tickets £24.50

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The Flowers

When: 10 December to 31 January 2026, 10am to 40pm

Where: The Gallery Maldon, 14 High Street, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5PJn

What is it: A stunning floral exhibition featuring the works of talented artists. Experience the enchanting world of flowers through the eyes of some wonderful artists.

Cost: Free

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Shrek the Musical

When: 13 December to 04 January 2026, 2pm to 10pm

Where: Colchester Charter Hall, Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, CO1 1YH

What is it: This musical brings to life the world of Shrek. Join Shrek and Donkey on their daring quest to rescue Princess Fiona. Meet a fire breathing Dragon, a Gingerbread man with attitude, Pinocchio and other fairy tale misfits.

Cost: Adult tickets £25.00, Child tickets £20.00.

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Farm for a Fiver - Twixmas

When: 27 December to 04 January 2026, 10am to 5pm

Where: Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Rd, South Woodham Ferrers, Essex, CM3 5WPS

What is it: A fun day for all the family with friendly farmyard animals, adventure play, jaw-dropping dinosaurs and more. Book online. Upgrade to a ride ticket, to enjoy our the new skating rink, Upside Down House and brilliant rides. See website for prices.

Cost: Basic adult £5.00 per ticket, Basic child £5.00 per ticket

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New Years Steam Day

When: 01 January 2025, 10am to 4pm

Where: East Anglian Railway Museum, Chappel & Wakes Colne Station, Station Road, Wakes Colne, Colchester, Essex, CO6 2DS

What is it: Celebrate the new year with a visit to the Museum, and a ride on a train hauled by a real life steam engine.

Cost: Adult tickets £11.50, Child tickets £8.50, Under 4s free

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Tiptree Tea Room, Shop & Museum

When: Monday to Friday and Saturday to Sunday, 9:30am to 4:30pm but these vary

Where:Tiptree Tea Room,Shop & Museum, Wilkin & Sons Ltd, Factory Hill, Tiptree, Colchester, Essex, CO5 0RF

What is it: Over 50 years ago, John Wilkin began collecting the paraphernalia of preserve making. Get a taste of Tiptree and The John Wilkin Collection where the famous jam was first prepared. Enjoy freshly made lunches and home-made cakes in our tea room or terrace

Cost: N/a

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