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05/06/2026

VISIT A LOCAL VINEYARD NEXT WEEKEND! 🍷🍾🍇

Toppesfield Vineyard is hosting a unique three-day Sculpture & Wine Festival from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 June.

The event will bring together leading contemporary sculptors, award-winning fine English wine, and a rich artistic heritage in the Essex countryside.

Set within a working vineyard, the festival will offer visitors the opportunity to experience sculpture in a natural landscape, alongside tastings of Toppesfield wines and seasonal food from The Watering Place Café at Gainsborough’s House. A children’s sculpture workshop led by artist Claire Isles will run on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, encouraging creative exploration for younger visitors.

Peter Moore, co-owner of Toppesfield Vineyard, will be running vineyard tours at 3pm on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.

• Friday 12 June (7pm–10pm): Charity Preview Evening (adults only), in aid of Kids Inspire
• Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 June (12pm–6pm): Public festival days. Vineyard tours at 3pm on each day.

Find the link in the comments to purchase tickets.

03/06/2026

Fantastic opportunity for an over 60s day out below from Halstead Town Council 👇

🚌🚌Places still available on our next over 60s trip.🚌🚌
These outings are normally sold out well in advance, but we still have spaces on our trip on 10th June to sunny(!?) Cromer 🏖️
These spots aren't limited just to Halstead residents, so if you're available, and fancy spending a day at the beach, do get in touch.

01/06/2026

MINI FOOTBALLERS ASSEMBLE! ⚽

To celebrate the beginning of the World Cup and upcoming Father's Day - George Yard Shopping Centre will be hosting a free mini football event for children underneath the bandstand with a mini skills workshop and a charity penalty shootout to raise money for a local club.

Sunday 14 June, 11am to 2pm.

29/05/2026

BRAINTREE CARNIVAL NEXT WEEKEND! 🎪🎠🎡

Braintree & Bocking Carnival is just over a week away on 6 June and will see a day of fun in Braintree including a procession and funfair!

This years' theme is 'I love Carnival' and is raising money for FaNs Network

Entertainment on Meadowside CM7 5UG from 12 - 8pm (quiet hour 12 - 1)
Procession from Lakes Road CM7 3SS to Meadowside from 2:30pm

27/05/2026

BRAINTREE FIRE STATION OPEN DAY 👨‍🚒🚒

Braintree Fire Station will be hosting an open day on Saturday 6 June from 10am to 4pm.

You will be able to meet the crews, have a look around the station and inside fire engines.

There will be lots of activities and stalls for all ages so pop down and support our local fire service.

25/05/2026

LITTLE LEGS FESTIVAL! 🤩

Braintree’s favourite preschooler festival Little Legs is back for 2026!!!

For just £6 for everyone over 1 (including adults) all entertainment is free. There are rides, inflatables, petting zoo, magician, kid’s entertainers and lots of local children’s businesses offering activities and information.

The festival is open 9.30am to 3pm on the 17, 18 and 19 June at Braintree and Bocking Public Gardens

Find a link to book tickets in the comments.

22/05/2026

East Anglia's newest Fantasy Fayre!

13-14 June

World’s Edge is an unusual village. It spins through space and time, picking up inhabitants as it goes. Walk into World’s Edge and you might encounter fae, mermaids, starfighters or people from the distant reaches of history.

It’s said that for just one weekend a year near Midsummer, it connects to our own world - at the incredible medieval Cressing Temple in north Essex, between Braintree and Witham. On that weekend, the citizens of World’s Edge hold a special market, shows and a Saturday evening party to welcome you one and all in the spirit of imagination.

Link to book tickets in the comments!

20/05/2026

The Braintree Salvation Army is hosting a Spring Thing Fayre this late May Bank Holiday on Monday 25 May from 10am to 2pm.

This is a free fun-filled day for all ages with crafts, games, stalls, and treats — perfect for families and friends to enjoy together.

🎨 Crafts
🎯 Games
🍰 Food & treats

At The Salvation Army, 26-28 Rayne Road, Braintree

18/05/2026

Toppesfield Vineyard will host a unique three-day Sculpture & Wine Festival from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 June 2026. The event will bring together leading contemporary sculptors, award-winning fine English wine, and a rich artistic heritage in the Essex countryside.

Set within a working vineyard, the festival will offer visitors the opportunity to experience sculpture in a natural landscape, alongside tastings of Toppesfield wines and seasonal food from The Watering Place Café at Gainsborough’s House. A children’s sculpture workshop led by artist Claire Isles will run on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, encouraging creative exploration for younger visitors.

Peter Moore, co-owner of Toppesfield Vineyard, will be running vineyard tours at 3pm on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.

• Friday 12 June (7pm–10pm): Charity Preview Evening (adults only), in aid of Kids Inspire
• Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 June (12pm–6pm): Public festival days. Vineyard tours at 3pm on each day.

Find the link in the comments to purchase tickets.

16/05/2026

ONE WEEK TO GO UNTIL FESTIVAL IN THE GARDENS!

Festival in the Gardens is taking place on the 23-24 May in Braintree and Bocking Public Gardens and is always a local favourite!

From live music performances to artisanal craft stalls, a diverse selection of culinary delights and fun activities for the kids, Festival in the Gardens offers a great day out for all the family.

Tickets are just £13 and kids under 12s go free. Buy tickets in advance or pay on the door.