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The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Clapdog Green.

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DOT Productions presents The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Step onto the Yellow Brick Road this summer with DOT Productions’ magical family theatre adventure, Frank L. Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. In this fast-paced 60-minute production, Dorothy is swept into a dazzling world where nothing is quite as it seems and adventure waits around every corner. Along the way she encounters curious companions, peculiar places, and powerful forces that test courage, kindness, and belief. Bursting with fun, silliness, and lively songs, this fantastical retelling sparkles with imagination and theatrical magic. Created for families and audiences of all ages, DOT Productions brings its signature warmth and playfulness to Baum’s timeless tale. A joyful celebration of wonder and friendship, this summer adventure reminds us all that there’s no place like home.

Thu 23 Jul16:00Grange Barn(2.7mi)

via Grange Barn

Likely freeArts & Culture

Crafting Saturdays

Whatever the weather and for all level of skills, why not join us on alternate Saturdays to bring out your inner crafting skills. Suitable for all ages and free to attend.

Sat 25 Jul09:00The Witham Hub(4.5mi)

via The Witham Hub

Food & Drink

Lodge Xv Meetring - Morning - Lunch & - Afternoon - Provisional - Mike Hall

We keep tabs on Howard Hall Masonic Club so you don't have to. Lodge Xv Meetring - Morning - Lunch & - Afternoon - Provisional - Mike Hall caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Sat 25 Jul10:00Howard Hall Masonic Club(3.1mi)

via Howard Hall Masonic Club

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Quiz Night - Howard Hall

Howard Hall Masonic Club is hosting and we're spreading the word. Quiz Night - Howard Hall — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Sat 25 Jul19:30Howard Hall Masonic Club(3.1mi)

via Howard Hall Masonic Club

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Junior Church

We are launching JUNIOR CHURCH ON THE 28TH JUNE AT 2.30-3.15 P.M. at STISTED CHURCH - repeating on every 4th Sunday. A combination of songs, crafts, children's Bible story and prayers suitable for young children up to 11 years old and their families. Each monthly session will be followed with Refreshments until 4.00 p.m. when our regular Evening Worship will be held. We look forward to welcoming you.

Sun 26 Jul15:30All Saints' Church(1.9mi)

via All Saints' ChurchLocal gem

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Helping Hands

This group was created to help families that are in need of support and somebody to talk to. If you are struggling with anything, the group is hear to listen but also where possible try and support with solutions or signposting to organisations or guidance that can help you further. The group cannot promise to make the problems go away, but the group will try its best to make life easier where it can.

Mon 27 Jul11:00The Witham Hub(4.5mi)

via The Witham Hub

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Essex Provincial Grand Stewards Chapter MEETING

Essex Provincial Grand Stewards Chapter MEETING? At Howard Hall Masonic Club? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Mon 27 Jul17:30Howard Hall Masonic Club(3.1mi)

via Howard Hall Masonic Club

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The Humble Ballpoint Pen

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join our weekly Summer School where you’ll unlock the secrets of Line and Form, Portraiture, Colour theory and mixing colours, Oil Pastels, Watercolour paints, Negative Space, Chalk Pastels and much more………. All skill levels are welcome – come explore your artistic potential![/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”7976″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Mondays- except bank holidays: 6.00pm – 8.00pm* *April 13th to July 27th 2026– Braintree Summer school Sessions with Bianca Garcia. For all sessions bring an HB pencil, an eraser, your sketchpad, masking tape. (If a painting session) additionally bring water pots and at least one palette knife for mixing paint, a drawing board would be very helpful. *Please note prospectus for time and date amendments[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] WEEK SUBJECT EQUIPMENT Week 1 (April 13th) Assessment- Line and Form-lets see where you are in your art journey Sketching graphite pencils, charcoal, pencil sharpener or craft knife, putty rubber, hard eraser, smudging sticks if you have them Week 2: (April 20th) Portraiture As above Week 3: (27th April) Colour theory and mixing colours Acrylic Paints, heavy body (or thin body and a mixing medium) Palette knife, palette, suitable support, small selection of paintbrushes suitable for acrylic Early spring bank holiday 4th May- no...

Mon 27 Jul19:00Braintree & Bocking Community Association(3.2mi)

via Braintree & Bocking Community Association

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Around £50

Pony day

Tuesday 21st and 28th July. 9-12pm £50 over 5’s

Tue 28 JulDeanswood Equestrian Centre(1.6mi)

via Deanswood Equestrian CentreCurated

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Around £70

Own a pony

Tuesday 21st and 28th July . 8.30-3pm £70 over 10’s

Tue 28 JulDeanswood Equestrian Centre(1.6mi)

via Deanswood Equestrian CentreCurated

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Bingo

Get your dibbers ready

Wed 29 Jul20:00The Braintree & Bocking Constitutional Club(3.1mi)

via The Braintree & Bocking Constitutional ClubCurated

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Around £50

Gymkhana Pony day

Thursday 30th July 9am-12pm £50 over 5's Gymkhana lesson and hack

Thu 30 JulDeanswood Equestrian Centre(1.6mi)

via Deanswood Equestrian CentreCurated

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Around £70

Gymkhana Own a pony

Thursday 30th July 8.30am-3pm £70 over 10's Gymkhana lesson and hack.

Thu 30 JulDeanswood Equestrian Centre(1.6mi)

via Deanswood Equestrian CentreCurated

Children & Family

Family Fun Morning

The summer Family Fun Morning will be lots of fun for all children aged 0-11 years old and their families, with stories, craft, games, songs and food. Only £3 per family. All welcome.

Thu 30 Jul11:00Christ Church Braintree(3.3mi)

via Christ Church BraintreeCurated

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Up to 50% Off Night

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Fri 31 Jul18:00The Blue Anchor(4.3mi)

via The Blue Anchor

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Lodge of St Mary - GPC Meeting - DINING ROOM

Something's afoot at Howard Hall Masonic Club and it goes by the name of Lodge of St Mary - GPC Meeting - DINING ROOM. Their site has the particulars.

Fri 31 Jul20:00Howard Hall Masonic Club(3.1mi)

via Howard Hall Masonic Club

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Friday Night Club - BAR - 7.30 - 9.30 ish

Howard Hall Masonic Club is being delightfully mysterious about Friday Night Club - BAR - 7.30 - 9.30 ish. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Fri 31 Jul20:30Howard Hall Masonic Club(3.1mi)

via Howard Hall Masonic Club

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Venues with events near Clapdog Green

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Deanswood Equestrian Centre1.6 miles away All Saints' Church1.9 miles away Grange Barn2.7 miles away

More about Clapdog Green

Essex, England

Clapdog Green sits comfortably in Essex with a quiet charm that makes for a perfect Saturday afternoon. There are always local gatherings waiting to be found without needing to hunt through endless lists. The village feels like it knows exactly what you want before you even ask. Near Here keeps the calendar full so you never have to wonder where to spend your Sunday evening.

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