What? Wat Tyler Country Park
Where? Pitsea Hall Lane, Pitsea, Basildon
When? 9am-5pm everyday
Nominated by English Nature as a ‘Site of Specific Interest’, Wat Tyler Country Park has 125 acres of country walks, wildlife spotting, and adventure play for kids. There are always events going on to keep the kids entertained (including Easter events and trails!) and a lovely café to catch a family lunch!
What? Hadleigh Spring Fair
Where? Hadleigh Old Fire Station, Hadleigh
When? Sunday 28th April 2019
Get ready to celebrate spring with this family fun spring fair! Craft Stalls, a merry-go-round, children’s activities, home-made cakes and lots of fun to be had, this event promises no one will go bored, and best of all – it’s free!
What? Rent
Where? Chelmsford City Theatres, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex
When? Monday 29th April - Saturday 4th May
This April, the talented and award-winning Young Gen will be performing Jonathan Larson’s hit rock musical ‘Rent School Edition’. This inspiring musical tells the story of a group of friends and young artists struggling to survive and create a life in the East Village of New York City. With phenomenal songs, this is a show that you must see.
What? London Marathon
Where? Various London locations, London
When? Sunday April 28th 2019
Join the crowds of spectators lining the 26.2 mile route of the world-famous London Marathon and cheer on your favourite runners as they break a sweat while wending their way through the capital. You'll find the largest crowds at Tower Bridge and Embankment and the emotional finish of the Marathon takes place on the Mall in front of Buckingham Palace.
What? Calendar Girls: The Musical
Where? Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea
When? Tuesday 23rd – Saturday 27th April
Calendar Girls- The Musical by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth is the award-winning production based on the true story of the calendar girls – a group of ordinary ladies who achieved something extraordinary. This marvelous musical comedy received fantastic five star reviews in London’s West End and features an all-star cast.
What? Free Mini Golf
Where? Canary Wharf
When? From April 15th 2019
Brush off your putting skills, because free mini golf is back! With 9 holes to play through, including the classic ‘loop-de-loop’, the ‘death drop’, and many more trick shot opportunities to show off your prowess, this is the perfect chance to foster some healthy competition in the office and have fun at the same time.
What? Dr Feelgood
Where? Civic Theatre, Chelmsford
When? Friday 19th April
Formed on Canvey Island in Essex in the early 1970s, Dr. Feelgood remains one of the most popular and exciting live rhythm and blues acts in the world. The raw and uncompromising style of their performance resulted in the album Stupidity that immediately went to the number one position in the U.K. charts.
What? Chelmsford Jazz Club
Where? Cramphorn Studio, Chelmsford
When? Sunday 14th April
Matt Wates (Sax) Leon Greening (Piano) Julian Bury (Bass) Matt Fishwick (Drums) come together to play some incredible jazz. For an evening of great music, drinks and entertainment, come on down.