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HELIX
Hadleigh Essex Local Information eXchange
Celebrating 20 years of existence (founded Mar
2006)
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WHAT’S ON IN HADLEIGH & nearby
Last updated on Mon 13 Apr 2026
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APR 2026
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Sun 12 Apr – Sun 19 Apr 2026
HIGHLANDS ART WEEK
A collection of local art comprised of
‘Community Art’ and ‘Artist Art’. The event is part
of Highlands Methodist Church centenary celebrations.
At Highlands Methodist Church, Sutherland
Boulevard, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 3PT.
Church open from 10.00am to 4.00pm each
day.
Sun 12 Apr 10.30am – Communion
service
Tue 14 Apr to Fri 17 Apr – Portrait booth (try drawing a friend)
Sat 18 Apr – ArtBash (creative arty fun for all)
Sat 18 Apr 10.00am to 2.00pm – Live Portrait Sessions ( with local
artist Susan Allen)
Sun 19 Apr 2.30pm to 3.30pm –
Charity Auction
Sun 19 Apr 4.00pm to 4.20pm –
Celebration Service
Profits raised will go to Little Havens
Hospice.
Highlands Methodist Church website: https://www.highlandsmethodist.org.uk
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Tue 14 Apr 2026
ST BARNABAS ‘KETTLE’S ON’ COFFEE MORNING
Free cuppa and chat.
At St Barnabas Church, Church Road/Woodfield
Road corner, Hadleigh, SS7 2EJ.
From 10.30am to 12 noon, every Tuesday.
All welcome.
St Barnabas Church website: https://www.stbarnabas-hadleigh.org.uk
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Tue 14 Apr 2026
THE ART MINISTRY – COMMUNITY ART & CRAFT SESSIONS
The Art Ministry is a small Hadleigh-based
charity that runs art and craft sessions for the local community to help
improve their mental health and wellbeing.
At 1 Church Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2DQ (next to United Reformed
Church).
From 11.00am to 1.00pm – for adults with mixed needs, every Monday
during term time and the Whitsun and summer holidays.
From 6.00pm to 7.30pm – for senior school children and young people with SEN
– every Monday.
Cost £5.00. (First session free.)
For more information, phone 07582 025163
or e-mail contact@theartministry.org.uk.
The Art Ministry website: https://www.theartministry.org.uk
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Tue 14 Apr 2026
HADLEIGH LIBRARY KNIT & NATTER GROUP MEETING
Come and join our knitting circle, with
friendly people and plenty of nattering.
At Hadleigh Library, 180 London
Road, Hadleigh,
SS7 2PD.
From 1.00pm to 3.00pm, every Tuesday.
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Wed 15 Apr 2026
WESTWOOD ART GROUP MEETING – NEW MEMBERS WELCOME
The Westwood Art Group is seeking new
members. We are a friendly, sociable group from starters to improvers in all
art and craft mediums. Subscriptions are £20 for 3 months.
At the Salvation Army Hadleigh Temple
Hall, 146-148 London Road, Hadleigh,
SS7 2PF.
From 9.30am to 12 noon, every Wednesday.
For more info, contact Ian on 07768
871875.
Website: http://westwoodartgroup.weebly.com
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Wed 15 Apr 2026
ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH COFFEE MORNING
At St Michael’s Church, St
Michael’s Road, Daws Heath, SS7
2UW.
From 10.00am to 11.45am, every Wednesday.
Church website: http://stpeters-stmichaels.co.uk
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Wed 15 Apr 2026
THE ART MINISTRY – ART & CRAFT SESSION FOR ADULTS WITH MENTAL
HEALTH ISSUES
The Art Ministry is a small Hadleigh-based
charity that runs art and craft sessions for the local community to help
improve their mental health and wellbeing.
At 1 Church Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2DQ (next to United Reformed
Church).
From 12.00 noon to 2.00pm.
Cost £5.00. (First session free.)
For more information, phone 07582 025163
or e-mail contact@theartministry.org.uk.
The Art Ministry website: https://www.theartministry.org.uk
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Wed 15 Apr 2026
LUNCHTIME CONCERT WITH FELICITY LATHAM AND TOM JACOB (FLUTE AND GUITAR)
At Southend Civic Centre, Victoria Avenue,
Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6ER.
From 12.15pm to 1.00pm.
Free admission with retiring collection
for the musicians.
Full list of lunchtime concerts on
Southend City Council website:
https://www.southend.gov.uk/art-music/lunchtime-recitals-civic-centre
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Wed 15 Apr 2026
THE BIBLE COURSE AT ST BARNABAS CHURCH – SESSION 1 of 8
The Bible Course (2025 edition) is a great
way to grow in confidence in
reading scripture. Over eight sessions, it helps us to explore the big story of
the Bible from Genesis to Revelation, making sense of how it all fits
together and what it means for us today. Whether you are quite new to the
Bible or have been reading it for years, it is a helpful and accessible
course with teaching, discussion and space for reflection.
At St Barnabas Church, Church
Road/Woodfield Road corner, Hadleigh,
SS7 2EJ.
Each session
held at 1.00pm and 7.30pm (every Wednesday for eight weeks).
All welcome.
St Barnabas
Church website: https://www.stbarnabas-hadleigh.org.uk
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Wed 15 Apr 2026
TOP OF THE HILL CLUB MEETING
Join us for friendship and fun. Just chat
or play games such as Rummikub, Scrabble, Uno, card games and more. Purchase
drinks at the bar.
At The White Hart pub, Hart Road, Thundersley, SS7 3PF.
From 2.00pm to 4.00pm.
Free to attend. Free parking and easy access with
accessible toilet.
We meet on the 1st and 3rd
Wednesdays of every month except August.
All are welcome.
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Thu 16 Apr 2026
THURSDAY DROP-IN
Feeling lonely? Need
advice? We invite you for a warm and friendly chat with free tea and toast or
coffee and cake.
At the Salvation Army
Hadleigh Temple, 146-148 London Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2PB.
From 9.30am to
12.30pm, every
Thursday.
Everybody welcome.
Hadleigh Temple Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/HadleighTemple
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Thu 16 Apr 2026
COFFEE MORNING
At Hadleigh United Reformed Church, 1
Church Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2DQ.
From 10.30am to 12 noon, every Thursday
Profits donated to HARP homeless charity.
All welcome.
Hadleigh URC website: http://www.hadleighessexurc.org.uk
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Thu 16 Apr 2026
THE ART MINISTRY – ART & CRAFT SESSION FOR ADULTS WITH MIXED NEEDS
The Art Ministry is a small Hadleigh-based
charity that runs art and craft sessions for the local community to help
improve their mental health and wellbeing.
At 1 Church Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2DQ (next to United Reformed
Church).
From 2.00pm to 4.00pm.
Cost £5.00. (First session free.)
For more information, phone 07582 025163
or e-mail contact@theartministry.org.uk.
The Art Ministry website: https://www.theartministry.org.uk
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Thu 16 Apr 2026
POETRY READING GROUP – POEMS OF DONNA ASHWORTH
At Hadleigh Library, 180 London Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2PD.
From 2.30pm to 3.30pm, every 3rd Thu of the month.
All welcome.
Donna Ashworth website: https://donnaashworth.com
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Thu 16 Apr 2026
THE BIBLE COURSE AT ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH – SESSION 1 of 8
The Bible Course (2025 edition) is a great
way to grow in confidence in
reading scripture. Over eight sessions, it helps us to explore the big story
of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation, making sense of how it all fits
together and what it means for us today. Whether you are quite new to the
Bible or have been reading it for years, it is a helpful and accessible
course with teaching, discussion and space for reflection.
At St Michael’s Church, St
Michael’s Road, Daws Heath, SS7
2UW.
Starts at
7.30pm (every Thursday for eight weeks).
All welcome.
Church website: http://stpeters-stmichaels.co.uk
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Fri 17 Apr 2026
HADLEIGH LIBRARY BABY SENSORY SESSION
For babies aged 2 years and under. Meet
local parents.
At Hadleigh Library, 180 London
Road, Hadleigh,
SS7 2PD.
From 9.30am to 11.00am, every Friday.
Essex Libraries Facebook page:
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Fri 17 Apr 2026
CASTLE POINT ART CLUB SESSION
We are a friendly, creative group of all
standards in painting and drawing. We cater for beginners and tuition is available
if wanted. We are connected with the Art Ministry and our fees are used to
support that charity’s activities. In return, we are able to display
work at their annual exhibition in HOFS.
At 1 Church Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2DQ (next to United Reformed Church).
From 10.00am to 12 noon, every Friday.
Cost £4.00 per session. (First session
free).
To attend, please contact Ted Rodway on
01702 555113 or email tedrodway@aol.com.
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Fri 17 Apr 2026
ADULT CRAFT & KNITTING CLUB
INCORPORATING ESSEX KNITTERS & STITCHERS
Join us to meet like-minded people who are
passionate about craft and enjoy a chat.
At Hadleigh Library, 180 London Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2PD.
From 12.30pm to 2.30pm, every Friday.
For more information, phone Essex
Libraries on 0345 603 7628.
Essex Knitters & Stitchers website:
https://essex.knittersstitchers.org.uk
Essex Knitters & Stitchers FB page: https://www.facebook.com/essexknittersstitchers
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Fri 17 Apr 2026
BENFLEET ART & CRAFTS CLUB MEETING
Why not come and join us?
All crafts and skill levels welcome.
At Hadleigh Methodist
Church, Chapel Lane, Hadleigh, SS7 2PQ.
From 1.00pm to 3.30pm, every Friday.
For more
information, phone Keith on 07867 944238 or Terry on 01702 554358 or send an
e-mail to benfleetart@outlook.com.
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Fri 17 Apr 2026
SOUTHEND CITY COUNCIL CONCERT – DUO DORADO (HARPSICHORD AND VIOLIN)
Programme to include music by Vivaldi and
friends.
At Southend Civic Centre, Victoria Avenue,
Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6ER.
Starts at 8.00pm.
Tickets: £12.00, under-18s £5.00 –
may be booked online here.
Tea, coffee and soft drinks will be
available to purchase during the interval.
Council web page: https://www.southend.gov.uk/culture-southend/concert-series
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Sat 18 Apr 2026
FRIENDS OF HADLEIGH CHURCH COFFEE MORNING & AGM
Friends of Hadleigh
Church (St James the Less Church), which was formed in 1997, is an
independent Charitable Society and has as its main objectives to
“Maintain, repair, restore, improve, beautify and reconstruct for the
benefit of the public, the fabric of the Church.” The Friends hold
events such as concerts and talks to raise funds to meet those objectives.
The Friends was set up to
embrace a wider population than the normal worshippers of the Church as many
others relate to the beautiful Church building, built in the 12th Century
(before Hadleigh castle). The Friends are purposefully not religious in
outreach (although most of the Committee are members of the Church
fellowship) seeking to attract well-wishers from the whole community.
Membership of the Friends is by way of an Annual Subscription of £24, which
can be paid in monthly instalments.
At St James the Less
Church, High Street, Hadleigh, SS7 2PA.
Coffee Morning from 10.30am with AGM at
11.00am.
St James the
Less Church website: https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/6384
Friends of Hadleigh Church page:
https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/6384/page/52485/view/
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Sat 18 Apr 2026
MUSIC IN THE PARK – MELVIN BEDDOW BIG BAND
A free, live musical performance.
At the Bandstand, Priory Park, Victoria
Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6NB.
From 3.00pm to 4.30pm.
NB: The venue is open air and no seats are
provided so bring a chair or blanket for comfort. Parking is limited so
please walk or cycle if possible, or use public transport.
Performances can be cancelled at short notice in the event of bad weather or
illness.
Music in the
Park web page: https://www.southend.gov.uk/art-music/music-park
Melvin Beddow Big Band website: https://www.mbbb.co.uk
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Sat 18 Apr 2026
QUIZ NIGHT AT ST GEORGE’S CHURCH
In aid of Operation
Christmas Child. Do join us for an enjoyable evening of fellowship, fun and
fundraising. Please share within your churches and communities.
At St George’s
Church, Rushbottom Lane, Thundersley, SS7 4DN.
Starts at 7.30pm –
doors open 7.00pm.
Tables of 8 –
please feel free to form your own team, or we will be happy to allocate you
to a table
Entry £5.00 per person.
To book, or for more
information, please phone Jennifer on 07909 677018
St George’s Church website: https://www.stgeorges-church.org.uk
St George’s Church Facebook page: here
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Sat 18 Apr 2026
CHARITY QUIZ NIGHT
In aid of Lady McAdden
breast cancer charity.
At St Mary’s Church
Hall, High Road, Benfleet, SS7 5HN.
Starts at 7.30pm –
doors open 7.00pm.
Teams of 4 or more (max
8).
Entry £5.00 per person.
To book, phone Darren on 07941
449901 (payment required in advance).
Lady McAdden charity website: https://ladymcadden.org
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Sun 19 Apr 2026
RACKHAM REVISITED – WEST WOOD WALK
In celebration of the 40th
anniversary of Dr Oliver Rackham’s book ‘The Woods of South East
Essex’, Southend's Tree Wardens are hosting ‘Rackham
Revisited’, a series of guided walks exploring the local ancient
woodlands. Each walk offers a gentle 2 to 3-hour wander led by knowledgeable
volunteers. All walks are free of charge, with optional donations to the
Woodland Trust and Ancient Tree Forum welcome. Up to 25 people can join each
walk, and they are suitable for all ages.
At West Wood, Hadleigh.
From 10.00am to 12 noon.
To book your place or find out more, email
treewardens@southend.gov.uk.
Rackham Revisited Walks info here.
Tree Wardens info here.
Oliver Rackham Guardian obituary here.
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Sun 19 Apr 2026
MUSIC IN THE PARK – SOUTHEND JAZZ CO-OPERATIVE
A free, live musical performance.
At the Bandstand, Priory Park, Victoria
Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6NB.
From 3.00pm to 4.30pm.
NB: The venue is open air and no seats are
provided so bring a chair or blanket for comfort. Parking is limited so
please walk or cycle if possible, or use public transport.
Performances can be cancelled at short notice in the event of bad weather or
illness.
Music in the
Park web page: https://www.southend.gov.uk/art-music/music-park
Southend Jazz Co-operative website: https://www.southendjazzco-op.co.uk
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Mon 20 Apr 2026
CHAIR-BASED EXERCISE CLASS
A gentle, chair-based exercise class open
to all.
At Thundersley Methodist Church,
Kennington Avenue, Thundersley, SS7
4BS.
From 10.00am to 11.00am, every Monday.
Entry £2.00, includes refreshments.
For more information, phone Jeanette on
07956 290221.
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Mon 20 Apr 2026
THE ART MINISTRY – COMMUNITY ART & CRAFT SESSIONS
The Art Ministry is a small Hadleigh-based
charity that runs art and craft sessions for the local community to help
improve their mental health and wellbeing.
At 1 Church Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2DQ (next to United Reformed
Church).
From 11.00am to 1.00pm – for any adult, every
Monday during term time.
From 5.00pm to 7.00pm – for junior school children – every Monday.
Cost £5.00. (First session free.)
For more information, phone 07582 025163
or e-mail contact@theartministry.org.uk.
The Art Ministry website: https://www.theartministry.org.uk
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Mon 20 Apr 2026
SMART MINDS DEMENTIA GROUP SESSION
A friendly club for those living with dementia
and their carers/families. We do a variety of art activities as well as
socialising with tea and biscuits.
At Hadleigh United Reformed Church, 1
Church Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2DQ.
From 1.00pm to 3.00pm, every Monday.
If interested in attending or volunteering
to help, please phone Sue Lesser on 07889 762172 or e-mail Sue at
lessersu@gmail.com.
Flyer available here.
Smart Minds FB page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571552517215
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Mon 20 Apr 2026
HADLEIGH LIBRARY AFTERNOON TEA & CHAT
Aiming to help you feel more connected to
your local community and meet others in the safe and pleasant environment of your
local library. Refreshments provided.
At Hadleigh Library, 180 London
Road, Hadleigh,
SS7 2PD.
From 2.30pm to 4.30pm, every Monday.
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Mon 20 Apr 2026
BENFLEET & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY TALK
‘OUR STREET’ BY BRIAN CARLINE
At Richmond Hall, off Richmond Avenue, South Benfleet, SS7 2EJ.
Starts
at 7.30pm.
Admission:
Visitors £3.00. New members welcome (£10.00 per annum).
Entry to car park is via
Richmond Avenue.
For more information, see website (link
below) or e-mail Mrs Jan Lane at billandjan.lane@btinternet.com.
B&DHS website: http://www.benfleethistorical.org
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Thu 23 Apr 2026
RACKHAM REVISITED – HADLEIGH GREAT WOOD WALK
In celebration of the 40th
anniversary of Dr Oliver Rackham’s book ‘The Woods of South East
Essex’, Southend's Tree Wardens are hosting ‘Rackham
Revisited’, a series of guided walks exploring the local ancient
woodlands. Each walk offers a gentle 2 to 3-hour wander led by knowledgeable
volunteers. All walks are free of charge, with optional donations to the
Woodland Trust and Ancient Tree Forum welcome. Up to 25 people can join each
walk, and they are suitable for all ages.
At Hadleigh Great Wood, Hadleigh.
From 10.00am to 12 noon.
To book your place or find out more, email
treewardens@southend.gov.uk.
Rackham Revisited Walks info here.
Tree Wardens info here.
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Sat 25 Apr 2026
MUSIC IN THE PARK – SOUTHEND WIND ORCHESTRA
A free, live musical performance.
At the Bandstand, Priory Park, Victoria
Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6NB.
From 3.00pm to 4.30pm.
NB: The venue is open air and no seats are
provided so bring a chair or blanket for comfort. Parking is limited so
please walk or cycle if possible, or use public transport.
Performances can be cancelled at short notice in the event of bad weather or
illness.
Music in the
Park web page: https://www.southend.gov.uk/art-music/music-park
Southend Wind Orchestra website: https://www.southendwinds.org
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Sat 25 Apr 2026
SOUTHEND CHORAL SOCIETY CONCERT & SOUTHEND FESTIVAL CHORUS
CONCERT
Programme:
Carl Orff ~ Carmina Burana
John Rutter ~ Gloria
Conductor:
Roger Humphrey, Organist: Stephen King.
At Kings Road
United Reformed Church, 91 Crowstone Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 8LH.
Starts at 7.30pm.
For tickets or more information, phone
01702 465460 or 01702 347983.
Southend Choral Society website: http://www.southendchoral.org
Southend Festival Chorus website: https://southendfestivalchorus.org.uk
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Sun 26 Apr 2026
MUSIC IN THE PARK – INTERPLAY (Modern jazz quartet)
A free, live musical performance.
At the Bandstand, Priory Park, Victoria
Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6NB.
From 3.00pm to 4.30pm.
NB: The venue is open air and no seats are
provided so bring a chair or blanket for comfort. Parking is limited so
please walk or cycle if possible, or use public transport.
Performances can be cancelled at short notice in the event of bad weather or
illness.
Music in the
Park web page: https://www.southend.gov.uk/art-music/music-park
Interplay information: https://www.johnseeleyjazz.co.uk/professional-jazz-groups
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MAY 2026
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Fri 1 May 2026
HADLEIGH LIBRARY YOUNG ADULT BOOK GROUP
An informal group for young people aged 13
to 19 to relax and chat about what you’ve been reading recently.
At Hadleigh Library, 180 London
Road, Hadleigh,
SS7 2PD.
From 5.00pm to 7.00pm, first Friday of
the month.
No need to book; just turn up. Refreshments provided.
Essex Libraries Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/EssexLibraries
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Sat 2 May 2026
PEOPLE’S INDEPENDENT PARTY (PIP) COUNCILLORS’ HADLEIGH STREET
STALL
Come and meet local PIP councillors and
discuss matters of concern. We usually have a supply of pink sacks, kitchen
waste bins and glass recycling bins on our stall.
Outside Iceland store, 2-10 Rectory Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2ND.
From 10.00am to 12 noon.
Held on the 1st Saturday of every month
except August and December but may change owing to extreme weather conditions
or unforeseen circumstances.
PIP Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/peoplesindependentparty
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Sat 2 May 2026
SOUTHEND BACH CHOIR CONCERT
Programme:
Rossini’s ‘Stabat Mater’
Schubert’s ‘Mass in G’
At Holy Trinity Church, Southchurch
Boulevard, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 4XA.
Starts at 7.00pm.
Tickets: £12.00 at the door.
Southend Bach Choir website: https://www.southendbachchoir.org.uk
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Tue 5 May 2026
RACKHAM REVISITED – BELFAIRS PARK WALK
In celebration of the 40th
anniversary of Dr Oliver Rackham’s book ‘The Woods of South East
Essex’, Southend's Tree Wardens are hosting ‘Rackham
Revisited’, a series of guided walks exploring the local ancient
woodlands. Each walk offers a gentle 2 to 3-hour wander led by knowledgeable
volunteers. All walks are free of charge, with optional donations to the
Woodland Trust and Ancient Tree Forum welcome. Up to 25 people can join each
walk, and they are suitable for all ages.
At Belfairs Park, Leigh-on-Sea.
From 10.00am to 12 noon.
To book your place or find out more, email
treewardens@southend.gov.uk.
Rackham Revisited Walks info here.
Tree Wardens info here.
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Wed 6 May 2026
TOP OF THE HILL CLUB MEETING
Join us for friendship and fun. Just chat or
play games such as Rummikub, Scrabble, Uno, card games and more. Purchase
drinks at the bar.
At The White Hart pub, Hart Road, Thundersley, SS7 3PF.
From 2.00pm to 4.00pm.
Free to attend. Free parking and easy access with
accessible toilet.
We meet on the 1st and 3rd
Wednesdays of every month except August.
All are welcome.
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Sat 9 May 2026
PEOPLE’S INDEPENDENT PARTY (PIP) COUNCILLORS’ THUNDERSLEY STREET
STALL
Come and meet local PIP councillors and
discuss matters of concern. We usually have a supply of pink sacks, kitchen
waste bins and glass recycling bins on our stall.
At Thundersley Village, Hart Road, Thundersley.
From 10.00am to 12 noon.
Held on the 2nd Saturday of
every month except August but may change owing to extreme weather conditions or
unforeseen circumstances.
PIP Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/peoplesindependentparty
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Sat 9 May 2026
HADLEIGH METHODIST CHURCH COFFEE MORNING
At Hadleigh Methodist Church, Chapel Lane,
Hadleigh, SS7 2PQ.
From 10.00am to 12 noon.
Church Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/hadleighmethodistchurch
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Sat 9 May 2026
ST JAMES’ BEAT AND BEANS CAFÉ WITH LYNDA JIGGENS & FRIENDS
Relax in historic
surroundings and enjoy music by Lynda Jiggens & Friends with coffee, tea
and snacks available.
At St James the Less
Church, High Street, Hadleigh, SS7 2PA.
From 10.30am to 12.30pm,
every 2nd Saturday of the month.
Free
admission. Come and go as you please.
St James the
Less Church website: https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/6384
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Sat 9 May 2026
ST PETER’S CHURCH COFFEE MORNING & BOOK SALE
At St Peter’s Church Hall, Church
Road, Thundersley, SS7 3HG.
From 10.30am to 12.30pm, every 2nd Sat of the month.
Church website: http://stpeters-stmichaels.co.uk
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Sat 9 May 2026
THE ORPHEUS SINGERS & SOUTHEND WIND ORCHESTRA - SPRING CELEBRATION
At the Salvation Army
Hadleigh Temple, 146-148 London Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2PB.
Starts at 7.30pm.
Tickets £10.00 – to
book, phone 07518 382390.
Flyer available here.
The Orpheus
Singers website: https://www.theorpheussingers.co.uk
Southend Wind Orchestra website: https://www.southendwinds.org
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Fri 15 May 2026
RACKHAM REVISITED – HADLEIGH GREAT WOOD WALK
In celebration of the 40th
anniversary of Dr Oliver Rackham’s book ‘The Woods of South East
Essex’, Southend's Tree Wardens are hosting ‘Rackham
Revisited’, a series of guided walks exploring the local ancient woodlands.
Each walk offers a gentle 2 to 3-hour wander led by knowledgeable volunteers.
All walks are free of charge, with optional donations to the Woodland Trust
and Ancient Tree Forum welcome. Up to 25 people can join each walk, and they
are suitable for all ages.
At Hadleigh Great Wood, Hadleigh.
From 10.00am to 12 noon.
To book your place or find out more, email
treewardens@southend.gov.uk.
Rackham Revisited Walks info here.
Tree Wardens info here.
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Fri 15 May 2026
SOUTHEND CITY COUNCIL CONCERT – BUTE WIND QUINTET
Programme to include music by Sullivan,
Vaughan Williams, Frank Fridge, Malcolm Arnold and more.
At Southend Civic Centre, Victoria Avenue,
Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6ER.
Starts at 8.00pm.
Tickets: £12.00, under-18s £5.00 – may
be booked online here.
Tea, coffee and soft drinks will be
available to purchase during the interval.
Council web page: https://www.southend.gov.uk/culture-southend/concert-series
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Sat 16 May 2026
SOUTHEND BAND WITH ALUMNAE PRESENT ‘BELLES AND BRASS’
Alumnae are St
Bernard’s Old School Girls Choir.
At Wesley Methodist
Church, Elm Road, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 1SJ.
More details to come.
Southend Band
website: https://southendband.com
Alumnae Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/179914193422141
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Wed 20 May 2026
LUNCHTIME CONCERT WITH AILSA HUNTER (VIOLIN)
At Southend Civic Centre, Victoria Avenue,
Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6ER.
From 12.15pm to 1.00pm.
Free admission with retiring collection
for the musicians.
Full list of lunchtime concerts on Southend
City Council website:
https://www.southend.gov.uk/art-music/lunchtime-recitals-civic-centre
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Thu 21 May 2026
POETRY READING GROUP – POEMS ABOUT SPRING
At Hadleigh Library, 180 London Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2PD.
From 2.30pm to 3.30pm, every 3rd Thu of the month.
All welcome.
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Sat 23 May 2025
STRAWBERRY CREAM TEAS
At St Michael’s Church Hall, St
Michael’s Road, Daws Heath, SS7
2UW.
From 2.00pm to 4.00pm.
In aid of Christian Aid.
Church website: http://stpeters-stmichaels.co.uk
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Sat 30 May 2026
HADLEIGH & THUNDERSLEY COMMUNITY ARCHIVE DROP-IN
An opportunity for local residents to share memories of Hadleigh and
Thundersley, bring photos and documents for scanning, view the H&TCA
website, and purchase local history books and greetings cards.
At Hadleigh Library, 180 London Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2PD.
From 10.30am to 12 noon.
Drop-in sessions in 2026 will be held on the last Saturday of
odd-numbered months. If you can’t make the drop-in, feel free to
contact us by e-mail at admin@hadleighhistory.org.uk.
H & T Community Archive website: http://www.hadleighhistory.org.uk
H &
T Community Archive FB page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/735524362781692
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JUN 2026
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Sat 6 Jun 2026
RACKHAM REVISITED – BELFAIRS PARK WALK
In celebration of the 40th
anniversary of Dr Oliver Rackham’s book ‘The Woods of South East
Essex’, Southend's Tree Wardens are hosting ‘Rackham
Revisited’, a series of guided walks exploring the local ancient
woodlands. Each walk offers a gentle 2 to 3-hour wander led by knowledgeable
volunteers. All walks are free of charge, with optional donations to the
Woodland Trust and Ancient Tree Forum welcome. Up to 25 people can join each
walk, and they are suitable for all ages.
At Belfairs Park, Leigh-on-Sea.
From 10.00am to 12 noon.
To book your place or find out more, email
treewardens@southend.gov.uk.
Rackham Revisited Walks info here.
Tree Wardens info here.
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Sat 13 Jun 2026
ST JAMES’ BEAT AND BEANS CAFÉ WITH VOCAL EASE
Relax in historic
surroundings and enjoy music by Vocal Ease with coffee, tea and snacks
available.
At St James the Less
Church, High Street, Hadleigh, SS7 2PA.
From 10.30am to 12.30pm,
every 2nd Saturday of the month.
Free
admission. Come and go as you please.
St James the
Less Church website: https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/6384
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Sat 13 Jun 2026
SOUTHEND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CONCERT
Conductor: John
Chillingworth
Leader: Richard Brittain.
Programme:
Britten ~ Four Sea Interludes
Elgar ~ Sea Pictures (Soloist Ruby Bak)
Mendelssohn ~ Hebrides Overture
Khachaturian ~ Adagio of Spartacus And Phrygia
Bax ~ Tintagel
At the Salvation Army
Hadleigh Temple, 146-148 London Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2PB.
Starts at 7.30pm.
Tickets: General £15.00,
Concessions £12.00, 18s and under £5.00.
Tickets available via SSO
website (see below) and at the door.
Southend Symphony Orchestra website: https://www.southendsymphony.com
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Tue 16 Jun 2026
RACKHAM REVISITED – WEST WOOD WALK
In celebration of the 40th
anniversary of Dr Oliver Rackham’s book ‘The Woods of South East
Essex’, Southend's Tree Wardens are hosting ‘Rackham
Revisited’, a series of guided walks exploring the local ancient
woodlands. Each walk offers a gentle 2 to 3-hour wander led by knowledgeable
volunteers. All walks are free of charge, with optional donations to the
Woodland Trust and Ancient Tree Forum welcome. Up to 25 people can join each
walk, and they are suitable for all ages.
At West Wood, Hadleigh.
From 10.00am to 12 noon.
To book your place or find out more, email
treewardens@southend.gov.uk.
Rackham Revisited Walks info here.
Tree Wardens info here.
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Wed 17 Jun 2026
LUNCHTIME CONCERT WITH TALIA LIEBERMAN (SOPRANO)
At Southend Civic Centre, Victoria Avenue,
Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6ER.
From 12.15pm to 1.00pm.
Free admission with retiring collection
for the musicians.
Full list of lunchtime concerts on
Southend City Council website:
https://www.southend.gov.uk/art-music/lunchtime-recitals-civic-centre
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Fri 19 Jun 2026
SOUTHEND CITY COUNCIL CONCERT – THE LONDON CHAMBER ENSEMBLE PIANO TRIO
Programme to include music by Brahms and
Dvorak.
At Southend Civic Centre, Victoria Avenue,
Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6ER.
Starts at 8.00pm.
Tickets: £12.00, under-18s £5.00 –
may be booked online here.
Tea, coffee and soft drinks will be available
to purchase during the interval.
Council web page: https://www.southend.gov.uk/culture-southend/concert-series
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Sat 20 Jun 2026
SUMMER FAIR
Organised by St James the Less and St
Barnabas churches.
At The Rectory, Rectory Road, Hadleigh, Hadleigh, SS7 2NA.
More details to come.
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Fri 26 Jun 2026
RACKHAM REVISITED – BELFAIRS PARK WALK
In celebration of the 40th
anniversary of Dr Oliver Rackham’s book ‘The Woods of South East
Essex’, Southend's Tree Wardens are hosting ‘Rackham
Revisited’, a series of guided walks exploring the local ancient
woodlands. Each walk offers a gentle 2 to 3-hour wander led by knowledgeable
volunteers. All walks are free of charge, with optional donations to the
Woodland Trust and Ancient Tree Forum welcome. Up to 25 people can join each
walk, and they are suitable for all ages.
At Belfairs Park, Leigh-on-Sea.
From 10.00am to 12 noon.
To book your place or find out more, email
treewardens@southend.gov.uk.
Rackham Revisited Walks info here.
Tree Wardens info here.
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JUL 2026
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Sat 4 Jul 2026
RACKHAM REVISITED – WEST WOOD WALK
In celebration of the 40th
anniversary of Dr Oliver Rackham’s book ‘The Woods of South East Essex’,
Southend's Tree Wardens are hosting ‘Rackham Revisited’, a series
of guided walks exploring the local ancient woodlands. Each walk offers a
gentle 2 to 3-hour wander led by knowledgeable volunteers. All walks are free
of charge, with optional donations to the Woodland Trust and Ancient Tree
Forum welcome. Up to 25 people can join each walk, and they are suitable for
all ages.
At West Wood, Hadleigh.
From 10.00am to 12 noon.
To book your place or find out more, email
treewardens@southend.gov.uk.
Rackham Revisited Walks info here.
Tree Wardens info here.
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Sat 11 Jul 2026
ST JAMES’ BEAT AND BEANS CAFÉ WITH ANY GOOD THING
Relax in historic
surroundings and enjoy music by Any Good Thing with coffee, tea and snacks
available.
At St James the Less
Church, High Street, Hadleigh, SS7 2PA.
From 10.30am to 12.30pm,
every 2nd Saturday of the month.
Free
admission. Come and go as you please.
St James the
Less Church website: https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/6384
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Sat 11 Jul 2026
SOUTHEND CHORAL SOCIETY SUMMER CONCERT
At Kings Road
United Reformed Church, 91 Crowstone Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 8LH.
Starts at 7.30pm.
More details to come.
Southend Choral Society website: http://www.southendchoral.org
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Wed 15 Jul 2026
LUNCHTIME CONCERT WITH CHELMSFORD GUITAR ORCHESTRA
At Southend Civic Centre, Victoria Avenue,
Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6ER.
From 12.15pm to 1.00pm.
Free admission with retiring collection
for the musicians.
Full list of lunchtime concerts on
Southend City Council website:
https://www.southend.gov.uk/art-music/lunchtime-recitals-civic-centre
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Sat 25 Jul 2026
HADLEIGH & THUNDERSLEY COMMUNITY ARCHIVE DROP-IN
An opportunity for local residents to share memories of Hadleigh and
Thundersley, bring photos and documents for scanning, view the H&TCA
website, and purchase local history books and greetings cards.
At Hadleigh Library, 180 London Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2PD.
From 10.30am to 12 noon.
Drop-in sessions in 2026 will be held on the last Saturday of
odd-numbered months. If you can’t make the drop-in, feel free to
contact us by e-mail at admin@hadleighhistory.org.uk.
H & T Community Archive website: http://www.hadleighhistory.org.uk
H &
T Community Archive FB page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/735524362781692
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AUG 2026
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Fri 7 Aug 2026
INTERNATIONAL T20 CRICKET MATCH – HTCC v. PCA ENGLAND LEGENDS
A team from Hadleigh & Thundersley
Cricket Club take on a PCA England Legends team, with ex-England
international players.
At John Burrows Recreation Ground, Rectory
Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2NQ.
1st innings start time - TBA.
HTCC website: https://hadleighandthundersleycricketclub.co.uk
PCA England Legends web page: https://www.thepca.co.uk/recreational
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Sat 8 Aug 2026
ST JAMES’ BEAT AND BEANS CAFÉ MUSIC DAY
Relax in historic surroundings
and enjoy music with coffee, tea and snacks available. With bric-a-brac
stall, plant stall and more.
Running order:
10.30: Yardarm Folk Orchestra
11.30: TLC Light Thursday Classics
12.30: Mainstay Shanty Crew
13.30: Pete Hillman
At St James the Less
Church, High Street, Hadleigh, SS7 2PA.
From 10.30am to 3.00pm.
Free
admission. Come and go as you please.
St James the
Less Church website: https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/6384
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SEP 2026
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Sun 6 Sep 20245
HADLEIGH COMMUNITY SUMMER FAYRE
Organised by Hadleigh Community Group. With local
business stalls, fun dog show, food stalls, craft and game stalls, infant
soft play area, arena displays, live music stage, various bars and more.
At John Burrows Recreation Ground, Rectory Road, Hadleigh.
From 11.00am to 5.00pm.
Admission by donation.
More details to come.
HCG website: http://www.hadleighcommunitygroup.co.uk/home.html
HCG FB page: https://www.facebook.com/hadleighcommunitygroup
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Sat 12 Sep 2026
ST JAMES’ BEAT AND BEANS CAFÉ WITH YARDARM FOLK ORCHESTRA
Relax in historic
surroundings and enjoy music by Yardarm Folk Orchestra with coffee, tea and
snacks available.
At St James the Less
Church, High Street, Hadleigh, SS7 2PA.
From 10.30am to 12.30pm,
every 2nd Saturday of the month.
Free
admission. Come and go as you please.
St James the
Less Church website: https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/6384
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Sat 26 Sep 2026
HADLEIGH & THUNDERSLEY COMMUNITY ARCHIVE DROP-IN
An opportunity for local residents to share memories of Hadleigh and
Thundersley, bring photos and documents for scanning, view the H&TCA website,
and purchase local history books and greetings cards.
At Hadleigh Library, 180 London Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2PD.
From 10.30am to 12 noon.
Drop-in sessions in 2026 will be held on the last Saturday of
odd-numbered months. If you can’t make the drop-in, feel free to
contact us by e-mail at admin@hadleighhistory.org.uk.
H & T Community Archive website: http://www.hadleighhistory.org.uk
H &
T Community Archive FB page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/735524362781692
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OCT 2026
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Mon 5 Oct 2026
BENFLEET & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY TALK
‘HISTORY THROUGH ESSEX TOWN AND VILLAGE SIGNS’ BY DAVID KEITH
LOVELL
At Richmond Hall, off Richmond Avenue, South Benfleet, SS7 2EJ.
Starts
at 7.30pm.
Admission:
Visitors £3.00. New members welcome (£10.00 per annum).
Entry to car park is via
Richmond Avenue.
For more information, see website (link below)
or e-mail Mrs Jan Lane at billandjan.lane@btinternet.com.
B&DHS website: http://www.benfleethistorical.org
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Sat 10 Oct 2026
ST JAMES’ BEAT AND BEANS CAFÉ WITH MONDAY FOLK
Relax in historic surroundings
and enjoy music by Monday Folk with coffee, tea and snacks available.
At St James the Less
Church, High Street, Hadleigh, SS7 2PA.
From 10.30am to 12.30pm,
every 2nd Saturday of the month.
Free
admission. Come and go as you please.
St James the Less
Church website: https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/6384
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NOV 2026 onwards
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Mon 2 Nov 2026
BENFLEET & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY TALK
‘THE HISTORY OF ESSEX WITCHES’ BY ELINOR PRIZEMAN
At Richmond Hall, off Richmond Avenue, South Benfleet, SS7 2EJ.
Starts
at 7.30pm.
Admission:
Visitors £3.00. New members welcome (£10.00 per annum).
Entry to car park is via
Richmond Avenue.
For more information, see website (link
below) or e-mail Mrs Jan Lane at billandjan.lane@btinternet.com.
B&DHS website: http://www.benfleethistorical.org
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Sun 8 Nov 2026
SOUTHEND CHORAL SOCIETY CONCERT – HANDEL’S MESSIAH
At Kings Road
United Reformed Church, 91 Crowstone Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 8LH.
Starts at 3.30pm.
More details to come.
Southend Choral Society website: http://www.southendchoral.org
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Sat 14 Nov 2026
ST JAMES’ BEAT AND BEANS CAFÉ
Relax in historic
surroundings and enjoy music by (to be advised) with coffee, tea and snacks
available.
At St James the Less
Church, High Street, Hadleigh, SS7 2PA.
From 10.30am to 12.30pm,
every 2nd Saturday of the month.
Free
admission. Come and go as you please.
St James the
Less Church website: https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/6384
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Sat 28 Nov 2026
HADLEIGH & THUNDERSLEY COMMUNITY ARCHIVE DROP-IN
An opportunity for local residents to share memories of Hadleigh and
Thundersley, bring photos and documents for scanning, view the H&TCA website,
and purchase local history books and greetings cards.
At Hadleigh Library, 180 London Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2PD.
From 10.30am to 12 noon.
Drop-in sessions in 2026 will be held on the last Saturday of
odd-numbered months. If you can’t make the drop-in, feel free to
contact us by e-mail at admin@hadleighhistory.org.uk.
H & T Community Archive website: http://www.hadleighhistory.org.uk
H &
T Community Archive FB page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/735524362781692
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Join the Mayor, councillors and Santa Claus for
this festive occasion.
By the Christmas tree in Hadleigh town centre.
Community carol singing from 4.15pm.
Christmas Lights switch-on at 4.30pm.
Refreshments served afterwards in St James the
Less Church.
Organised by the Friends of Hadleigh Church and
Hadleigh Community Group.
Friends of Hadleigh Church web page
Hadleigh Community Group: Website – Facebook page
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Sat 12 Dec 2026
SOUTHEND CHORAL SOCIETY CHRISTMAS CONCERT
At Kings Road
United Reformed Church, 91 Crowstone Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 8LH.
Starts at 7.00pm.
More details to come.
Southend Choral Society website: http://www.southendchoral.org
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