What's on in Bocking

Essex, England

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Bocking sits snugly in Essex with a history that makes you wonder if time moves slower here. The Howard Hall Masonic Club has been hosting local gatherings for years, keeping the calendar full without needing a single digital invitation. It is rare to find a spot where neighbours actually know each other's names and what is on tonight. Pub nights and community meetings roll in steadily through the year. You can rely on Near Here to keep you informed so you are never left wondering if the bus will arrive before the show starts. Life here is simple, steady, and plenty entertaining for anyone who prefers a quiet village over a crowded city.

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Social

One for the diary — Social at Bradwell Village Hall. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Fri 24 Apr19:00Bradwell Village Hall(3.1mi)

via Bradwell Village Hall

Friday Night Club - BAR - 7.30 - 9.30 ish

Friday Night Club - BAR - 7.30 - 9.30 ish. Howard Hall Masonic Club. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Fri 24 Apr19:30Howard Hall Masonic Club(0.2mi)

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Bluebell Glade - In Thick & Thin Acrylics

Bluebell Glade - In Thick & Thin Acrylics

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] With David Pasfield. Saturday 25th April 2026, 9.30am-4pm (please arrive 9am to set up) £48 payable in advance Using an underpainting technique to apply a first impression painting followed by texture build-up using a palette knife with heavy body acrylics in an impasto style. Free up your painting style, being bold and not worrying about detail. Free refreshments provided, but bring or buy your own lunch Please check the class details for the equipment and materials list Materials: No additional materials cost Equipment & Materials Acrylic paints – vibrant colours Heavy duty Impasto Gel MDF or hardboard (pre-primed with white gesso). You can also use canvasses or canvas board. (Size should be at least 50×50 cm) Large bristle brushes (old decorator’s brushes will suffice) Palette knife Easel – (table or free-standing) Palette – greaseproof paper over cardboard is adequate, or ‘stay-wet’ palette 2 large water pos and roll of kitchen towel Sketches or photos for inspiration Do wear old clothes as this can be quite messy! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] Share this: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email

Sat 25 Apr09:30Braintree Community Centre(0.2mi)

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Braintree St George MEETING

Howard Hall Masonic Club has got Braintree St George MEETING pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Sat 25 Apr10:00Howard Hall Masonic Club(0.2mi)

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St Mary Chapter - MEETING - INSTALLATION

St Mary Chapter - MEETING - INSTALLATION? At Howard Hall Masonic Club? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Mon 27 Apr16:00Howard Hall Masonic Club(0.2mi)

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Thomas Paycocke Lodge - MEETING

We've tracked down Thomas Paycocke Lodge - MEETING at Howard Hall Masonic Club. For the rest of the intel, you'll want their website.

Tue 28 Apr16:00Howard Hall Masonic Club(0.2mi)

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Bingo

Bradwell Village Hall is putting on Bingo and we're making sure you know about it. Job done. Details on their site.

Fri 8 May19:00Bradwell Village Hall(3.1mi)

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Triva Night

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Triva Night

A fun packed evening that will test your knowledge in this family-friendly trivia night.

Sat 9 May18:00Cressing Community Church(2.9mi)

via Cressing Community ChurchLocal gem

FA Cup Final

Bradwell Village Hall is being delightfully mysterious about FA Cup Final. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Sat 16 MayBradwell Village Hall(3.1mi)

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Painting & Drawing People in Watercolours and Graphite Pencils

Painting & Drawing People in Watercolours and Graphite Pencils

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] Art With Bianca. Join us as we explore the art of capturing the human form, from the delicate details of a graphite sketch to the vibrant washes of watercolour. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting, you’ll learn essential techniques to bring your subjects to life, including understanding proportion, creating depth, and mastering light and shadow. Come discover the joy of creating a personal and powerful piece of art. 10am – 2:00pm (15 min break) Refreshments provided, no lunch break but learners welcome to bring their own snacks for a 15 min tea break[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] Resources Required: For all sessions bring an HB pencil, an eraser, a sketchpad, masking tape. (If a painting session) additionally bring at least one palette knife for mixing paint and paper towel or cloths if you’d prefer. It would be very helpful to have a drawing board. Links to resources are suggestions, if learners bring the required equipment it doesn’t need to come from Amazon. * Watercolour paints, * Suitable paper 200gsm minimum *Paint brushes suitable for watercolour painting, * Paint palette, * Water pots x 2 *Selection of graphite pencils *Smudge stick or cotton buds *Putty eraser [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]*Refreshments, please note although there is lactose-free milk and caffeine free beverages, if specialist dietary resources...

Sat 16 May10:00Braintree Community Centre(0.2mi)

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Textile Hub May 2026

Textile Hub May 2026

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] Sale of Craft and Textile Goods At Braintree Community Centre Do come along and socialise, make new friends, enjoy tea, coffee and cake. We currently have stocks of fabric, wool, buttons, cottons & various craft supplies for sale at affordable prices. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] Share this: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email

Sat 23 May12:30Braintree Community Centre(0.2mi)

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Annual Parish Meeting

Please pop along to the Village Hall for some chat and refreshments. Doors and our local groups & societies will start their presentations from 7.15pm.

Wed 27 May18:30Shalford Village Hall(3.4mi)

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Social

Bradwell Village Hall is putting on Social and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Fri 29 May19:00Bradwell Village Hall(3.1mi)

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Dog Show

Found this on Bradwell Village Hall's radar. Dog Show — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Sat 30 MayBradwell Village Hall(3.1mi)

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Charity Walk

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Charity Walk

Raising funds in memory of friends and family we have lost or are in need of care.

Sat 6 Jun10:30Cressing Community Church(2.9mi)

via Cressing Community ChurchLocal gem

Shalford Village Fete 2026

Shalford Village Fete 2026 Place holder for our 2026 fete.

Sat 6 Jun13:00Shalford Village Hall(3.4mi)

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Textile Hub June 2026

Textile Hub June 2026

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] Sale of Craft and Textile Goods At Braintree Community Centre Do come along and socialise, make new friends, enjoy tea, coffee and cake. We currently have stocks of fabric, wool, buttons, cottons & various craft supplies for sale at affordable prices. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] Share this: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email

Sat 20 Jun12:30Braintree Community Centre(0.2mi)

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Strawberry Fair

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Strawberry Fair

Celebrate the taste of summer with a fun-filled day of strawberries, stalls, and family entertainment at our village Strawberry Fair.

Sat 18 Jul12:00Cressing Community Church(2.9mi)

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