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Talks & Lectures

Talk – Women’s Land Army – ‘The Land Army fights in the fields!’

We are delighted to welcome back speaker Wendy Shepherd for a fascinating look at the vital role of the Women’s Land Army during the Second World War. The post Talk – Women’s Land Army – ‘The Land Army fights in the fields!’ appeared first on The Harwich Society.

Mon 30 Nov14:00Ha’penny Pier & Visitors Centre(4.7mi)

via Ha’penny Pier & Visitors Centre

Community

Around £2

December Quiz Night

December 10, 2026 - 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm United Services Club Barrack Lane Harwich

Thu 10 Dec19:30Harwich Museum(4.7mi)

via Harwich Museum

Community

Longest Night Service

Something's afoot at Homelands Free Church and it goes by the name of Longest Night Service. Their site has the particulars.

Sun 20 Dec18:00Homelands Free Church(4.9mi)

via Homelands Free Church

History & Heritage

The Siege of Colchester

Wed. 22nd July - 11am Walking tour with Blue Badge Guide

Wed 22 JulManningtree Museum(6.3mi)

via Manningtree MuseumLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

Mass - St. James's

Mass - St. James's at St Christophers Church. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Wed 22 Jul09:30St Christophers Church(9.9mi)

via St Christophers Church

Community

Reformer - Foundation Reformer

Foundation Reformer Class £22 per class, maximum 6 people per class, (discounts available with a package or membership) Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to refresh their Pilates basics, this class focuses on proper technique, alignment, and breath while using the reformer machine. You’ll learn how to move with control and precision, build strength, improve flexibility, and increase body awareness—all in a supportive, steady-paced environment. Suitable for all levels Please bring your own grip socks, if you don't have any we can lend you a pair or you can buy a pair for £3 Cancellation Policy At our Pilates studio, we strive to create a welcoming environment for all our clients. To ensure that we can accommodate everyone and maintain the quality of our classes, we have instituted a no credit refund policy for cancellations made less than 24 hours prior to a class or 12 hours for members. The main reason for this policy is to prevent no-shows, which can block other clients who would like to join our classes. We have found many individuals are not comfortable being placed on a waitlist, so we want to ensure that all spots are available to those who are eager to participate. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause, but by adhering to this policy, we can better serve our community and make Pilates accessible for everyone. Thank you for your understanding and support.

Wed 22 Jul17:30GEM Health Ltd(7.3mi)

via GEM Health LtdCurated

Community

Reformer - Flex & Flow

Dynamic Reformer Class £22 per class, maximum 6 people per class, (discounts available with a package or membership) This energising class is designed to challenge your strength, stamina, and coordination. Flowing through continuous movement, you’ll experience a dynamic flow that builds heat, tones muscles, and improves endurance. Expect to leave feeling strong, empowered, and recharged. Please bring you own grip socks, if you don't have any we can lend you a pair or you can buy a pair for £3 Cancellation Policy At our Pilates studio, we strive to create a welcoming environment for all our clients. To ensure that we can accommodate everyone and maintain the quality of our classes, we have instituted a no credit refund policy for cancellations made less than 24 hours prior to a class or 12 hours for members. The main reason for this policy is to prevent no-shows, which can block other clients who would like to join our classes. We have found many individuals are not comfortable being placed on a waitlist, so we want to ensure that all spots are available to those who are eager to participate. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause, but by adhering to this policy, we can better serve our community and make Pilates accessible for everyone. Thank you for your understanding and support.

Wed 22 Jul18:35GEM Health Ltd(7.3mi)

via GEM Health LtdCurated

Arts & Culture

Life Drawing Classes

Have you waned to take up drawing or perhaps brush up on your already established skills? Sharon will be taking classes drawing models, she’ll help you with techniques and help beginners give it a try or experienced artists practice and join in with others. For more information or to book please contact Twice monthly classes

Wed 22 Jul20:00The Red Lion(6.2mi)

via The Red Lion

Religion & Spirituality

Mass - St Christopher's

Another belter from St Christophers Church. Mass - St Christopher's — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Thu 23 Jul09:00St Christophers Church(9.9mi)

via St Christophers Church

Community

Reformer - Flex & Flow with Natalia

FLEX & FLOW Class £22 per class, maximum 6 people per class, (discounts available with a package or membership) Lengthen, release, and move with intention. Flex & Flow is a gentle yet powerful reformer class designed to restore mobility, improve flexibility, and reconnect you with your natural rhythm of movement. Through fluid sequences, deep stretches, and breath-led transitions, this class invites you to soften tension, enhance joint mobility, and improve posture. With an emphasis on control and mindfulness, Flex & Flow helps create space in both body and mind—leaving you feeling grounded, open, and rebalanced. Level: Suitable for all levels. Perfect as an active recovery or complement to more strength-focused sessions. Please bring your own grip socks, if you don't have any we can lend you a pair or you can buy a pair for £4 Cancellation Policy At our Pilates studio, we strive to create a welcoming environment for all our clients. To ensure that we can accommodate everyone and maintain the quality of our classes, we have instituted a no credit refund policy for cancellations made less than 24 hours prior to a class or 12 hours for members. The main reason for this policy is to prevent no-shows, which can block other clients who would like to join our classes. We have found many individuals are not comfortable being placed on a waitlist, so we want to ensure that all spots are available to those who are eager to participate.

Thu 23 Jul09:30GEM Health Ltd(7.3mi)

via GEM Health LtdCurated

Likely freeFestivals & Events

Festival of Archaeology: Sand pit archaeology & handling objects

Thursday 23 July & Saturday 25 July 2026, 11am to 4pm Come to Felixstowe during the Festival of Archaeology to discover our local archaeology! Children can excavate finds in our sandpit, and families can explore our varied handling collection. Both activities shall be outdoors and free (please note if it rains, we shall have to close the sandpit). Why not pop into the museum and find out more about the archaeological finds in the area, including displays on Walton Old Hall and dressing up for children (small admissions fee)?

Thu 23 Jul12:00Felixstowe Museum(5.7mi)

via Felixstowe Museum

Community

Reformer - Foundation Reformer

Thu 23 Jul13:10GEM Health Ltd(7.3mi)

via GEM Health LtdCurated

Sports & Fitness

Thursday Night Social Tennis

Join us every Thursday from 6.00pm to 7.30pm for an extra social session to add to your weekly hit. Whether you’re looking for some friendly competition, a great workout, or simply a fun evening at the club, this is the perfect way to enjoy more time on court.

Thu 23 Jul18:00Frinton-on-Sea Lawn Tennis Club(5.7mi)

via Frinton-on-Sea Lawn Tennis Club

Community

Pizza Night

Summer Pizza Nights are back!

Thu 23 Jul18:00Frinton-on-Sea Lawn Tennis Club(5.7mi)

via Frinton-on-Sea Lawn Tennis Club

Community

Book Group

Regular group meeting to discuss the books the group are reading and to extend the range of genres and authors they are familiar with. The book group can usually arrange loan books through the county library, so you don’t have to buy every book ! For more information just come along to any meeting.

Thu 23 Jul20:30The Case is Altered(7.9mi)

via The Case is AlteredCurated

Community

Nautical Photograph Competition 2025

Pin Mill Sailing Club is based on the South side of the River Orwell, just outside of Ipswich in Suffolk

Fri 24 JulPin Mill Sailing Club(6.2mi)

via Pin Mill Sailing ClubLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Tea & Toast

Join us for Tea & Toast on Friday mornings from 8.45 to 10.30 a.m. The post Tea & Toast appeared first on Landseer Road Methodist Church.

Fri 24 JulLandseer Road Methodist Church(8.9mi)

via Landseer Road Methodist Church

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Essex, England

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