What's on in Braintree

Essex, England

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Braintree sits comfortably in Essex and has never needed to shout to be heard about what's on this weekend. The local cinema keeps things moving while community halls host everything from family storytimes to evening talks. It is a very nice place to live without needing a map to find the fun. Pub nights pop up regularly and markets appear when the weather permits, offering plenty of options for a lazy Sunday afternoon. Near Here gathers these scattered bits of local life into one tidy spot so you don't waste time hunting for ideas. We know exactly where the action is before anyone else has even thought about it.

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Textile Hub July 2026
Community

Textile Hub July 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 18 Jul12:30Braintree Community Centre(0.2mi)
via Braintree Community Centre
Textile Hub September 2026
Community

Textile Hub September 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 19 Sept12:30Braintree Community Centre(0.2mi)
via Braintree Community Centre
Autumn Woodland - In Thick & Thin Acrylics
Community

Autumn Woodland - In Thick & Thin Acrylics

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] With David Pasfield. 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. Equipment & Materials –    Acrylic paints – vibrant colours (Winsor & Newton Galeria range are good) – do not worry if you do not have a large range of colours, the tutor can provide some extra. –    Extra heavy matt gel (impasto). –    Canvas or MDF or hardboard, pre-primed with white gesso.  At least 50×50 cm in size. –    Large bristle brushes and palette knife –    Easel – preferably free-standing but a table easel will suffice. –    Palette – stay-wet palette or greaseproof paper sheets clipped to cardboard backing is adequate. –    2 water pots and roll of kitchen towels. Free refreshments provided, but bring or buy your own lunch. Please arrive around 9am to set up your equipment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1629726733259{background-color: #efefef !important;}”][vc_column] Register your interest: Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Your Telephone Number (required) Your Postal Address (optional) Additional comments (optional) Thank you for registering your interest in one of our workshops. Our admin team will be in touch when we have more details to offer.

Sat 26 Sept09:30Braintree Community Centre(0.2mi)
via Braintree Community Centre
Beetle Drive
Children & FamilyCommunity

Beetle Drive

Compete against each other to be the first to complete their drawing of a beetle. A roll of the dice determines which body part to draw.

Sat 10 Oct18:00Cressing Community Church(2.5mi)
via Cressing Community ChurchLocal gem
Textile Hub October 2026
Community

Textile Hub October 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 24 Oct12:30Braintree Community Centre(0.2mi)
via Braintree Community Centre
Late Autumn Gardens - In Thick & Thin Acrylics
Community

Late Autumn Gardens - In Thick & Thin Acrylics

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] With David Pasfield. 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. Equipment & Materials –    Acrylic paints – vibrant colours (Winsor & Newton Galeria range are good) – do not worry if you do not have a large range of colours, the tutor can provide some extra. –    Extra heavy matt gel (impasto). –    Canvas or MDF or hardboard, pre-primed with white gesso.  At least 50×50 cm in size. –    Large bristle brushes and palette knife –    Easel – preferably free-standing but a table easel will suffice. –    Palette – stay-wet palette or greaseproof paper sheets clipped to cardboard backing is adequate. –    2 water pots and roll of kitchen towels. Free refreshments provided, but bring or buy your own lunch. Please arrive around 9am to set up your equipment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1629726733259{background-color: #efefef !important;}”][vc_column] Register your interest: Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Your Telephone Number (required) Your Postal Address (optional) Additional comments (optional) Thank you for registering your interest in one of our workshops. Our admin team will be in touch when we have more details to offer.

Sat 31 Oct09:30Braintree Community Centre(0.2mi)
via Braintree Community Centre
Trivia Night
Children & FamilyCommunity

Trivia Night

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

Sat 14 Nov18:00Cressing Community Church(2.5mi)
via Cressing Community ChurchLocal gem
Winter Landscape - In Thick & Thin Acrylics
Community

Winter Landscape - In Thick & Thin Acrylics

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] With David Pasfield. 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. Equipment & Materials –    Acrylic paints – vibrant colours (Winsor & Newton Galeria range are good) – do not worry if you do not have a large range of colours, the tutor can provide some extra. –    Extra heavy matt gel (impasto). –    Canvas or MDF or hardboard, pre-primed with white gesso.  At least 50×50 cm in size. –    Large bristle brushes and palette knife –    Easel – preferably free-standing but a table easel will suffice. –    Palette – stay-wet palette or greaseproof paper sheets clipped to cardboard backing is adequate. –    2 water pots and roll of kitchen towels. Free refreshments provided, but bring or buy your own lunch. Please arrive around 9am to set up your equipment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1629726733259{background-color: #efefef !important;}”][vc_column] Register your interest: Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Your Telephone Number (required) Your Postal Address (optional) Additional comments (optional) Thank you for registering your interest in one of our workshops. Our admin team will be in touch when we have more details to offer.

Sat 21 Nov09:30Braintree Community Centre(0.2mi)
via Braintree Community Centre
Textile Hub November 2026
Community

Textile Hub November 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 28 Nov12:30Braintree Community Centre(0.2mi)
via Braintree Community Centre
community
Community

Christmas Light Switch on

Join us for our annual Christmas Light Switch on with our usual stalls, refreshments and activities.

Sat 5 Dec17:00Shalford Village Hall(3.8mi)
via Shalford Village Hall
Christmas Community Tea
Live MusicFood & DrinkCommunity

Christmas Community Tea

Join us for a relaxed afternoon of tea, cakes, and festive music from the choir of Lyons Hall Primary School.

Fri 11 Dec13:00Cressing Community Church(2.5mi)
via Cressing Community ChurchLocal gem
Christmas Tree Festival
CommunityFestivals & Events

Christmas Tree Festival

You are invited to take part in our annual Christmas Tree Festival.

Sat 12 Dec14:00Cressing Community Church(2.5mi)
via Cressing Community ChurchLocal gem
community
Community

Amy Wilkinson & Nicholas banns 1

Spotted Amy Wilkinson & Nicholas banns 1 on St John the Evangelist Church's listings. We do the finding, they do the hosting. Team effort, really.

Sun 12 AprSt John the Evangelist Church(6.3mi)
via St John the Evangelist ChurchCurated
children-family
Children & FamilyReligion & Spirituality

Communion with Sunday School - Dan + Janis

St John the Evangelist Church has got Communion with Sunday School - Dan + Janis pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Sun 12 AprSt John the Evangelist Church(6.3mi)
via St John the Evangelist ChurchCurated
religion-spirituality
Religion & Spirituality

Communion - Dan + Pauline

St John the Evangelist Church is hosting and we're advertising. Communion - Dan + Pauline — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Sun 12 AprSt John the Evangelist Church(6.3mi)
via St John the Evangelist ChurchCurated
All Age Service | St Andrews Hatfield Peverel & All Saints Ulting Churches
Community

All Age Service | St Andrews Hatfield Peverel & All Saints Ulting Churches

Another belter from St Andrew's Church, Hatfield Peverel. All Age Service | St Andrews Hatfield Peverel & All Saints Ulting Churches — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Sun 12 Apr10:15St Andrew's Church, Hatfield Peverel(7.8mi)
via St Andrew's Church, Hatfield PeverelLocal gem
community
Community

The Second Sunday Of Easter - Vestry Meeting and APCM

We found this gem on St Mary with St Leonard, Broomfield's website. The Second Sunday Of Easter - Vestry Meeting and APCM — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Sun 12 Apr11:00St Mary with St Leonard, Broomfield(8.5mi)
via St Mary with St Leonard, Broomfield
community
Community

Sing and Praise

One for the diary — Sing and Praise at United Reformed Church. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Sun 12 Apr17:30United Reformed Church(9.2mi)
via United Reformed Church
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