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.

The Thaxted Festival - Ultimate Film Music

When: 12 July, 5pm

Where: Thaxted Parish Church, Watling Street, Thaxted, Dunmow, Essex, CM6 2PE.

What is it: A cross-generational last-night at the movies with a tribute to: John Williams, Hans Zimmer, Enrico Morricone and more. Experience the Docklands Sinfonia with the emotion and excitement of your favourite movies.

Cost: Per ticket: £38, £34, £30, £22, £14., Age 30 and under: £10; age 18 and under: £5

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Proms In The Park

When: 04 July, from 5pm to 9:25pm

Where: The Bandstand, Harlow Town Park, Essex, CM20 2QQ

What is it: An open air celebration for the reopening of The Bandstand with a spectacular Last Night of the Proms-style concert performed by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra. A range of food will be available and also a fireworks finale.

Cost: Free 

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Donkey Derby, Theydon Bois Scout Gp 

When: 12 July, 12pm – 4:30pm.

Where: Theydon Bois, The Green, Theydon Bois, EPPING, Essex, CM16 7ES 

What is it: An afternoon on the green with a funfair, a big wheel, craft stalls, food, drink, vintage cars and motorbikes, a grand prize draw and a Viking battle plus more and Tote betting on the 6 donkey races. There will also be children's races;

Cost: Free.

Find out more: Facebook: Theydon Bois Donkey Derby


Theydon Bois Party In The Park

When: 04 July, from 7:30pm

Where: Theydon Bois Golf Club, Theydon Road, Epping, Essex, CM16 4EH

What is it: A party in the park to which everyone is welcome! Live music, BBQ and drinks. Bring your own picnic blankets and chairs.

Cost: £20 per ticket in advance and £25 on the day. Children 12 and under are free.

Find out more Email: samwalker@theydongolf.co.uk Theydon Bois Party In The Park


The Epping Town Show

When: 05 July, 12pm to 5pm

Where: Stonards Hill Recreation Ground, Epping, Essex, CM16 4QF

What is it: An annual community day brining together community organisations and businesses. Also there will be many outdoor activities including arena displays, funfair rides, entertainment and more. Forest Radio will be there too playing good time oldies and providing a PA system. 

Cost: Free

Find out more  Facebook: Epping Town Council Events


Upstage Theatre Company - ‘It’s Behind You’.

When: 03, 04 July, from 7pm

Where: Lopping Hall, 189 High Road, Loughton, Essex IG10 4LF

What is it: A send up to all things Pantomime with boos, cheers, villains, pirates, adventure, a raffle and more. Suitable for all ages.

Cost:Ticket prices - check the website £15.22, (£14.00 + £1.22 booking fee) 

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Harlow Recovery Cafe 

When: Weekly, every Wednesday at 10:30am

Where: The Harlow Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Harlow, Essex, CM20 1LS

What is it: A clean and sober place for people 'in recovery' to meet and have a chat.

Cost: Free

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The Wednesday Health Walk 

When: Weekly, every Wednesday at 12:00pm

Where: The Herts and Essex Community Hospital, Cavell Drive/Haymeads Lane, Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 5JH.

What is it: A gentle walk aimed at most abilities lasting 20 to 30 mins. Meet at Reception at midday. New joiners to arrive 15 minutes earlier to register.

Cost: Free

Find out more: Phone: 01279 655191


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