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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 17 Aug 2026
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Tue 18 Aug 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 18 Aug 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 18 Aug 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 19 Aug 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 19 Aug 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 19 Aug 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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Thu 20 Aug 2026
THURSDAY DROP-IN (TEMPORARY CHANGE OF VENUE)
Feeling lonely? Need
advice? We invite you for a warm and friendly chat with free tea and toast or
coffee and cake.
At Hadleigh Methodist Church, Chapel Lane,
Hadleigh, SS7 2PQ.
From 9.30am to
12.30pm, every
Thursday.
Everybody welcome.
Hadleigh Temple Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/HadleighTemple
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Thu 20 Aug 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 20 Aug 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.
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Thu 20 Aug 2026
POETRY READING GROUP – AMERICAN POETS (moved from 16 Jul)
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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Fri 21 Aug 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 21 Aug 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 21 Aug 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 21 Aug 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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Sat 22 Aug 2026
MUSIC IN THE PARK – SOUTHEND OPERATIC AND DRAMATIC SOCIETY
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
SODS website: https://www.sodsofficial.com
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Sun 23 Aug 2026
MUSIC IN THE PARK – PAT ENGLISH 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
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Mon 24 Aug 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 24 Aug 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 24 Aug 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 24 Aug 2026
THE ART MINISTRY – CASTLE POINT CHILDREN’S CREATIVE CLUB SESSION
The Art Ministry are running a weekly
inclusive art and craft session for children with and without additional
needs, aged between 6 and 15, during the summer holidays.
Thanks to funding from Essex County
Council, the session is free for children living in Castle Point and £5.50 if
living outside.
At 1 Church Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2DQ (next to United Reformed
Church).
From 5.00pm to 7.00pm
To book, go to Eventbrite at https://bit.ly/TAMSummerCP or call or
email us.
Bring a snack or pay for McDonald’s
at cost.
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 27 Aug 2026
KIDS SUMMER ECO CRAFT CLUB (Session 4 of 4)
A two-hour session of eco arts and crafts,
with the emphasis on creativity and fun, not perfection! We use items from
nature and recycled resources in our sessions. One or two main activities per
session with other activities available for those who don’t wish to
take part in the main activity.
At Hadleigh Old Fire Station, High Street,
Hadleigh, SS7 2PA.
From 11.00am to 1.00pm.
Cost: £15.00 per child.
Suitable for ages 7-11. SEND friendly. No
photos taken of children.
Other sessions on 23 Jul, 30 Jul and 27
Aug.
To book, or for more information, e-mail
Kate at ecocraftclubsouthend@gmail.com.
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Fri 28 Aug 2026
FRIDAY NIGHT SOCIAL AT THE HUB – JAKE ALEXANDER
Organised by Hadleigh Farm Estate.
Featuring a live performance by Jake Alexander plus a delicious special menu
available in the Hub Cafe
At The Hub, Chapel Lane, Hadleigh, SS7 2PP.
From 6.00pm to 8.00pm
Free. No need to book, everyone welcome. Please show your support by
purchasing food and drink in the cafe. Please note that we accept card
transactions only.
Jake Alexander Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/jakealexandersolo
Hadleigh Farm Estate website: https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/hadleighfarm
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Mon 31 Aug 2026 (BH)
MUSIC IN THE PARK – THE FAMOUS POTATOES
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
Famous Potatoes website: https://famouspotatoes.co.uk
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Wed 2 Sep 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 3 Sep 2026
MONTHLY FARMERS MARKET
Organised by Hadleigh Community Markets in
collaboration with Hadleigh Community Group and HOFS.
At Hadleigh Old Fire Station, High Street,
Hadleigh, SS7 2PA.
From 10.00am to 2.00pm.
HCM Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592336216645
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Fri 4 Sep 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 5 Sep 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 5 Sep 2026
MUSIC IN THE PARK – ESSEX POLICE 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
Essex Police Band FB page: https://www.facebook.com/essexpoliceband
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Sun 6 Sep 2026
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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Sun 6 Sep 2026
MUSIC IN THE PARK – SID BOLAN 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
Sid Bolan Big Band website: http://www.sidbolanbigband.co.uk
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Sat 12 Sep 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 12 Sep 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 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 12 Sep 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 except August.
Church website: http://stpeters-stmichaels.co.uk
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Sat 12 Sep 2026
MUSIC IN THE PARK – SWAN SAXOPHONE 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
Swan Saxophone Quartet FB page:
https://www.facebook.com/SwanSaxophoneQuartet
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Sun 13 Sep 2026
MUSIC IN THE PARK – SOUTHEND 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
Southend Band website: https://southendband.com
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Wed 16 Sep 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 17 Sep 2026
POETRY READING GROUP – SIMON ARMITAGE (moved from 20 Aug)
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 19 Sep 2026
MUSIC IN THE PARK – HADLEIGH SALVATION ARMY 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
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Sun 20 Sep 2026
MUSIC IN THE PARK – ESSEX YEOMANRY 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
Essex Yeomanry Band website: https://essexyeomanryband.org.uk
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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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Sat 26 Sep 2026
MUSIC IN THE PARK – CHRIS ROBSON 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
Chris Robson Band website: http://www.chrisrobsonmusic.co.uk
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Sun 27 Sep 2026
RAYLEIGH TOWN WALK
Hear about the Bathchair Murder, Peculiar
People, Rayleigh's listed buildings etc.
Led by Mike Davies BEM, Curator of Rayleigh Town Museum.
Meet outside the Museum at 91 High Street,
Rayleigh.
Starts at 10.30am.
Limit of 15 people per walk which will
last approximately 2 hours and will include a Museum visit and refreshments.
Tickets: £6.00 for Friends of the Museum,
£8.00 for non Friends.
Tickets are available by phoning the
Museum on 01268 773535 or by emailing welcome@rayleightownmuseum.org.
Rayleigh Town Museum website: http://www.rayleightownmuseum.org
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Sun 27 Sep 2026
MUSIC IN THE PARK – ANITA CARMICHAEL (SAXOPHONIST) AND FRIENDS
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
Anita Carmichael website: https://www.anitacarmichael.co.uk
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Sat 3 Oct 2026
A SOUTHENDIAN SHOWCASE
The Old Southendian Organ Society invites you to a
varied concert with something for everyone, featuring music from an eclectic
mix of instruments and voices, and the War Memorial Organ, as we are
entertained by past and current musical talent from the School.
At Southend High School for Boys,
Prittlewell Chase, Southend-on-Sea,
SS0 0RG.
Starts at 3.00pm – doors open at
2.30pm.
Tickets
£8.00 (free for 18s and under). To
book, visit TicketSource.
Poster available here.
The Old Southendian Organ Society website: https://www.osos.org.uk
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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
B&DHS programme for 2026 available here.
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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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Sun 11 Oct 2026
HARVEST SUNDAY SOCIAL
Join us and enjoy some light refreshments,
friendly conversation, a quiz, games and table tennis.
At Hadleigh Methodist Church, Chapel Lane,
Hadleigh, SS7 2PQ.
From 12 noon to 2.00pm.
Cost £3.50 per person.
All welcome.
Church Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/hadleighmethodistchurch
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Sat 17 Oct 2026
SOUTHEND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CONCERT
Conductor: John
Chillingworth
Leader: Richard Brittain.
Programme:
Sibelius ~ Swan of Tuonela
Rachmaninov ~ Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini
Sibelius ~ Symphony N 2
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 will be available
in due course via SSO website (see below) and at the door.
Southend Symphony Orchestra website: https://www.southendsymphony.com
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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
B&DHS programme for 2026 available here.
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Sat 7 Nov 2026
GAUDEAMUS CHOIR: IN TUNEFUL ACCORD
Join us for an afternoon of music with award-winning
Gaudeamus choir, as we share choral music and explore the role of the organ
in accompaniment. The programme will feature a mix of music both a cappella
and accompanied by the magnificent War Memorial Organ at Southend High School
for Boys.
At Southend High School for Boys,
Prittlewell Chase, Southend-on-Sea,
SS0 0RG.
Starts at 2.30pm – doors open at
2.00pm.
Tickets
£12.00 (free for 18s and under). To
book, visit TicketSource.
Poster available here.
Old Southendian Organ Society website: https://www.osos.org.uk
Gaudeamus website: https://www.gaudeamuschoir.co.uk
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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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Sat 28 Nov 2026 (DATE TO BE CONFIRMED)
HADLEIGH CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
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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Sun 13 Dec 2026
CHRISTMAS SUNDAY SOCIAL
Join us and enjoy some light refreshments,
friendly conversation, a quiz, games and table tennis.
At Hadleigh Methodist Church, Chapel Lane,
Hadleigh, SS7 2PQ.
From 12 noon to 2.00pm.
Cost £3.50 per person.
All welcome.
Church Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/hadleighmethodistchurch
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