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Seafront Fireworks
Southend Seafront
Saturday 4th November 2023, 8.00 pm to 8.15 pm
“Embrace the exciting atmosphere, the smell of chips, the sounds of Adventure Island, the buzz of the seafront arcade machines.”
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Fallout
Secret Nuclear Bunker, Kelvedon Hatch, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 0LA
Saturday 4th November 2023
“Expect a wide range of natural & man-made obstacles over undulating farmland, in woodland, lakes, bogs & through our award winning mud!”
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Writtle Art Group Exhibition
Writtle Village Hall, 18 The Green, Writtle, Chelmsford CM1 3DU
Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th November 2023, 11am -5pm
Paintings for sale. Teas and refreshments.
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Puddings Galore
Copped Hall, Crown Hill, Epping, CM16 5HS
Sunday 5th November 2023, 3pm to 5pm
“Our famous Pudding Evening has been changed slightly but you will still enjoy tasting our magnificent selection of hot and cold puddings. Everything is homemade of course – some old favourites and a few new ones!”
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Essex Christmas Shopping Fair
Cressing Temple Barns, nr Braintree
Friday 10th November 2023 to Sunday 12th November 2023
“Exhibitors will include Arts & Crafts, Fashion & Beauty, Food & Drink, Gifts & Household Accessories, Outdoor & Garden goodies as well as the unique and uncategorisable.”
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Seafront Fireworks
Southend Seafront
Saturday 11th November 2023, 8.00 pm to 8.15 pm
“Embrace the exciting atmosphere, the smell of chips, the sounds of Adventure Island, the buzz of the seafront arcade machines.”
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Epping Ongar Lights Express
Epping Ongar Railway
Friday 17th November 2023 to Sunday 19th November 2023
“The Epping Ongar Lights Express is an incredible light show on and in a steam train, consisting of thousands of coloured LED lights and LED wristbands, creating a kaleidoscope of different colours and flashing patterns. The train looks amazing, inside and out!”
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Antiques and Vintage Fair
Theydon Bois Village Hall, Coppice Row, Theydon Bois CM16 7ER
Saturday 18th November 2023, 9.30am to 3.30pm
“Come along to the Theydon Bois Village Hall, where we use both halls with tables of antiques, vintage, retro and bygone days collectables to browse at your leisure. Our caterer will have freshly made hot and cold sandwiches, drinks and homemade cakes.”
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Havering Singers – Faure Requiem and Poulenc Gloria
St Peter’s Church, Gubbins Lane, Harold Wood, Essex RM3 0AQ
Saturday 18th November 2023 7.30pm
“Join the choir, under the baton of Jonathan Rathbone with Jonathan Lilley (organist), Cheryl Enever (Soprano) and Emyr Lloyd Jones (Baritone).”
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Essex Craft Christmas Fair
Foakes Hall, 47 Stortford Rd, Dunmow CM6 1DG
Saturday 18th November 2023
“Join us for a festive celebration of arts and crafts. With around 30 makers selling unique handmade items, you’ll be sure to find an original Christmas gift from some of our talented crafters… ”
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Seafront Fireworks
Southend Seafront
Saturday 18th November 2023, 8.00 pm to 8.15 pm
“Embrace the exciting atmosphere, the smell of chips, the sounds of Adventure Island, the buzz of the seafront arcade machines.”
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Firewalk
Green Barn Farm Shop and Cafe, North Benfleet Hall Fishery, Benfleet SS12 9JR
Saturday 18th November 2023 6pm
Walk over hot coals to support Headway Essex!
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Guided Tour Day
Copped Hall, Crown Hill, Epping, CM16 5HS
Sunday 19th November 2023, 10am to 11am starting times
“Visitors are accompanied by an experienced guide throughout who will explain the rich history of Copped Hall, covering the whole of the Gardens, including the sites of the earlier houses, the Walled Garden and a large part of the existing Mansion.”
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Hylands House and Estate Open Day
Hylands Estate, Chelmsford CM2 8WQ
Sunday 19th November 2023
“Hylands Estate is fully open for you to explore and enjoy at your leisure. Discover more about the history of Hylands House at the monthly exhibition in the library. Fee entry.”
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Epping Ongar Lights Express
Epping Ongar Railway
Friday 24th November 2023 to Sunday 26th November 2023
“The Epping Ongar Lights Express is an incredible light show on and in a steam train, consisting of thousands of coloured LED lights and LED wristbands, creating a kaleidoscope of different colours and flashing patterns. The train looks amazing, inside and out!”
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Essex Craft Christmas Fair
Foakes Hall, 47 Stortford Rd, Dunmow CM6 1DG
Saturday 18th November 2023
“Join us for a festive celebration of arts and crafts. With around 30 makers selling unique handmade items, you’ll be sure to find an original Christmas gift from some of our talented crafters… ”
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RHS Glow
RHS Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Rettendon Common CM3 8ET
Thursday 23rd November 2023 to Saturday 25th November 2023
“See the garden in breathtaking beauty as amazing illuminations light your way on our spectacular Glow trail.”
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Enlightened – Hylands Estate
Hylands House, Hylands Estate, Chelmsford CM2 8WQ
Friday 24th November 2023 to Monday 1st January 2024, 4.30pm until 9pm
“For the fourth consecutive year, Enlightened will transform the landscape of the estate into a unique, mile-long journey of enchantment and illumination.”
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Seafront Fireworks
Southend Seafront
Saturday 25th November 2023, 8.00 pm to 8.15 pm
“Embrace the exciting atmosphere, the smell of chips, the sounds of Adventure Island, the buzz of the seafront arcade machines.”
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Christmas Gift and Food Fair
Chelmsford City Racecourse
Sunday 26th November 2023 – 10am to 4pm
“Over 100 small local businesses, with the majority from Essex and Suffolk. There will be an exciting variety of high-quality, unique gifts, decorations, crafts and festive foods to get you in the Christmas spirit.”
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RHS Glow
RHS Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Rettendon Common CM3 8ET
Wednesday 29th November 2023 to Saturday 16th December 2023 (Wed – Sat weekly)
“See the garden in breathtaking beauty as amazing illuminations light your way on our spectacular Glow trail.”
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