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SUMMARY:Chelmsford Flip Into Wonder
DESCRIPTION:Chelmsford Flip Into Wonder\nby Children & Authors’ Literary Fanfare & Events (CALFE)\nA Magical Day of Stories\, Creativity\, Culture\, and Imagination\nSaturday 17 October 2026\n10.30am – 1.00pm and 1.30pm – 4.00pm\nChelmsford Library\nFor ages 4-12\n\nTickets: Free\nBook at: eventbrite.com\nJoin CALFE at Chelmsford Library for a day where stories come alive\, creativity takes centre stage and young imaginations can run free. \nBring your young ones along for an exciting day packed with stories\, creativity\, music\, art\, games and hands-on experiences designed to spark curiosity and imagination. \nFlip Into Wonder is a vibrant celebration for children and their families\, bringing together talented authors\, creative workshop leaders and performers\, for a day where every activity opens the door to a new story\, idea or adventure. \nFrom meeting authors and discovering brilliant books to getting creative with art\, writing and illustration\, there will be something for every curious young mind. \n  \n\nMeet the Authors\nCome along and meet some fantastic award-winning children’s authors:\nTola Okogwu\, Kandace Chimbiri and Sade Fadipe. \nHear stories\, discover new worlds and meet the people behind some wonderful children’s books. \n  \nGet Creative and Explore…\nwith illustrators\, Tolu Shofule and Rob Lawrence \nChildren can also get involved in a fantastic range of activities\, including Author Workshops\, Arts and Craft\, Mancala Strategy Game\, Toddler Music (PM) and Singing\, Storytelling\, Mask-Making and Creative Writing. \nDelived by seasoned workshop leaders: Triggerbliss\, Sherry Belizaire and Jennifer Flint. \nAnd don’t miss our Mobile-Museum with TV Celebrity-Chef Patti Sloley and her travel back in time Utensil and Spice Workshop. \nThe day will round-up with the Chelmlsford #kidlit Carnival by dance gurus: Julia Obasa & Gurpreet Tumber – it’s certainly set to be a fanfare of literature and representational books! \n  \nIt’s a day for Children will Enjoy Stories From Parts of the World\nChoice journeys through stories and cultural experiences inspired by Ghana\, Zimbabwe\, Nigeria\, England\, Jamaica and more. There will be numerous opportunities to create\, play\, listen\, imagine and discover. \nThis is a chance for children and families to discover different traditions\, stories and creative ideas while having lots of fun along the way. \nWhether your child loves books\, enjoys making things\, wants to try something new\, or simply loves a great story\, Flip Into Wonder offers a wonderful opportunity to explore\, create and connect. \nExpect imagination\, laughter\, creativity\, culture and plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nCome ready to play. Come ready to create. Come ready to discover. \nCome ready to Flip Into Wonder! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/chelmsford-flip-into-wonder/
LOCATION:Chelmsford Library\, County Hall\, Market Road\, Chelmsford\, CM1 1QH
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,FREE,Partner Event,Young Essex
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SUMMARY:Stories in Transit
DESCRIPTION:Stories in Transit\nMarina Warner\, Philip Terry\, Hannah Machover\, Gemma Brockis and Joan Ashworth\nThursday 03 September 2026\, 12.00pm – 5.00pm\nSt Leonard-at-the-Hythe\, Hythe Hill\, Colchester\, Essex\, CO1 2NP.\nStories in Transit is an ongoing workshop series\, inviting participants who have lived experience of migration to imagine and create fantastical stories together. Together with artists\, musicians\, animators and writers\, stories that emerge through play\, games and walks are developed and performed. \nTickets: Free\, places limited\, booking essential. Reserve a spot here..\nSome participants will be invited to attend via a number of local organisations who we are partnering with on this event. \nThis event is kindly funded by The Bean Trust. \nDetails of the venue including how to get there and parking can be found at stleonard-at-the-hythe.org.uk/visiting-the-church. \nPhoto of workshop by Lee Shearman.\n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/12043/
LOCATION:St Leonard-at-the-Hythe Church\, Hythe Hill\, Colchester\, Essex\, CO1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T150000
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SUMMARY:Family Storytelling & Games
DESCRIPTION:Family Storytelling\, Games & The Young Ones Eco-Workshops\nSaturday 27 June 2026\, 12.00pm – 3.00pm\nHarlow Museum & Walled Gardens\, Muskham Road\, Harlow\, CM20 2LF\nCome and celebrate stories in Harlow Museum’s Walled Gardens with storytellers\, crafts and games for all the family. Free to attend. \nHarlow Museum’s Walled Gardens are alive with stories. Come one\, come all\, gather round and listen to storyteller Dave Tonge\, the Yarnsmith of Norwich\, as he transports you back to long\, long ago. Gather close and enjoy silly stories and mind mangling riddles from Saxon\, Viking Medieval and Tudor times. Tall tales of wise fools and foolish wise\, of lazy long limbed lads\, and miserly merchants. Silly stories about poor penniless pedlars\, dark and dangerous dragons\, and even a plain and simple radish that was worth 100 gold coins! \nGet crafty and messy with our Young Ones Eco-Workshops – try your hand at eco-printing using ink made from Essex oak galls\, or Write a Letter to the future. \nBring a picnic and create your own stories\, craft new characters and play fun-filled games in our gardens. \nFree. Drop in between 12 and 3pm. No booking required.\n  \nPart of our Harlow weekend – Essex Book Festival is delighted to be heading to Harlow for a weekend of writing workshops\, author and artist talks\, family games\, and poetry. Find out more at essexbookfestival.org.uk/harlow-weekend/. \n  \nThe Eco-Workshops are part of The Young Ones project which is supported by Essex County Council’s Cultural Development Project Fund\, to support the growth of cultural venues and organisations that bring culture to the heart of communities in Essex. \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/family-storytelling-games/
LOCATION:Harlow Museum & Walled Gardens\, Muskham Road\, Harlow\, Essex\, CM20 2LF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE,Partner Event,Young Essex
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629
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SUMMARY:A Poet in Every Port with the mobile National Poetry Library
DESCRIPTION:A Poet in Every Port with the mobile National Poetry Library\nSaturday 27 – Sunday 28 June 2026\nIn partnership with Southbank Centre \nWe are working in partnership with Southbank Centre to welcome the mobile National Poetry Library to Chalkwell Hall as part of Essex Writers House 2026. Be prepared for a mini programme of weekend activity for all ages to enjoy\, with the opportunity to contribute prose\, poetry and words to the Mobile Poetry Library. Local artist and poet Maddi Crease will be helping us to celebrate Essex’s unique coastal stories. \n  \nFind out more about A Poet in Every Port at Chalkwell Hall here. \n  \nPhoto of Maddi Crease © Maddi Crease \nMaddi Crease is a poet and artist and is currently a member of Southbank Centre’s New Poets Collective\, representing Southend for A Poet in Every Port. She has received commission from BBC Sounds and Arts Council England Funding and is a recent Fine Art graduate of South Essex College. \nA Poet in Every Port is a Southbank Centre initiative which aims to celebrate the UK’s diverse dialects and languages by telling the stories of our coastal communities and showing that poetry is for everyone. It marks Southbank Centre’s 75th anniversary. \n  \n \nPart of Essex Writers House – A collaborative partnership between Metal and Essex Book Festival\, 01 – 30 June 2026\nEssex Writers House is a month-long programme hosted by Metal\, based in Southend. Chalkwell Hall opens its doors through June as a creative hub\, offering a range of events from talks\, open advice sessions and workshops to collaborative workspaces for writers\, story tellers and book lovers of all levels. Find out more at essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/essex-writers-house-2026/.
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/a-poet-in-every-port-with-the-mobile-national-poetry-library/
LOCATION:Metal at Chalkwell Hall\, Chalkwell Avenue\, Southend-on-Sea\, SS0 8NB
CATEGORIES:Essex Writers House,FREE,Poetry
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T084011Z
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SUMMARY:Stories in Transit - Postponed
DESCRIPTION:Stories in Transit\nMarina Warner\, Philip Terry\, Sophie Herxheimer\, Hannah Machover and Gemma Brockis\nFriday 26 June 2026\, 12.00pm – 5.00pm\nSt Leonard-at-the-Hythe\, Hythe Hill\, Colchester\, Essex\, CO1 2NP.\n** This event has been postponed until later in the year. ** \nStories in Transit is an ongoing workshop series\, inviting participants who have lived experience of migration to imagine and create fantastical stories together. Together with artists\, musicians\, animators and writers\, stories that emerge through play\, games and walks are developed and performed. \nTickets: Free\, places limited\, booking essential. Reserve a spot here..\nSome participants will be invited to attend via a number of local organisations who we are partnering with on this event. \nThis event is kindly funded by The Bean Trust. \nPhoto of workshop by Lee Shearman \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/stories-in-transit/
LOCATION:St Leonard-at-the-Hythe Church\, Hythe Hill\, Colchester\, Essex\, CO1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE,POSTPONED
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T210000
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SUMMARY:Writing and the Power of Language: Camilla Balshaw\, Emily Abdeni-Holman and Boakye D. Alpha
DESCRIPTION:Writing and the Power of Language: In conversation with Camilla Balshaw\, Emily Abdeni-Holman and Boakye D. Alpha\nWednesday 24 June 2026\, 7.00pm – 9.00pm\nChalkwell Hall\, Southend-on-Sea\, SS0 8NB\nIn partnership with National Centre for Writing \nJoin us for an evening with the National Centre for Writing’s Escalator Writers Emily Abdeni-Holman and Boakye D. Alpha\, in conversation with award-winning author Camilla Balshaw about writing and the power of language\, with discussion rooted in cultural histories\, oppression and identity. \nTickets: Free\, places limited\, booking essential \nBook tickets: eventbrite.co.uk/metal. \nThe panel:\nCamilla Balshaw is an award-winning author. She has been published in numerous journals\, and her essays have featured in the Guardian\, Therapy Today and the Observer. Camilla’s debut memoir\, Named: A Story of Names and Reclaiming Who We Are (2025)\, has been described by Diana Evans as a ‘valuable meditation on the origins of what we call ourselves\, packed full of rich storytelling’ and by Bonnie Burke-Patel as an ‘utterly fascinating\, insightful and meaningful memoir.’ In 2025\, Named won the best Memoir & Biography category in the East Anglian Book Awards. \nNamed is a fascinating exploration of names\, global naming conventions and identity politics woven into a moving\, personal narrative about the finding of family and self. At the intersection of memoir and social and cultural history it is a truly fascinating book about the seemingly ordinary and every day. \nEmily Abdeni-Holman was raised in England and Lebanon\, and is particularly interested in crossing-points\, of identities\, languages\, and places. She enjoys experimenting with different kinds of style and form and is currently working on a couple of projects: a collection of short stories\, mostly converging around Lebanon; and a more hybrid work about Arab-European identity\, pre- and post-October 2023. \nHer first book\, Body Tectonic\, on Lebanon’s socioeconomic crisis\, is an experiment in approaching structural disaster through poetry (Broken Sleep Books\, 2024). In 2025\, she was one of five writers shortlisted for the BBC National Short Story Award. \nBoakye D. Alpha is a Ghanaian interdisciplinary creative whose works include poetry\, prose\, screenplays\, creative nonfiction\, and filmmaking. His writing has appeared in Lolwe\, The Shallow Tales Review\, and elsewhere. In 2025\, his short story was longlisted for the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. Although a versatile writer\, his heart lies in literary fiction\, and continues to explore experimental\, layered narratives that provoke reflection on society and the experiences of underrepresented voices. \nHis work in progress explores the reality for some women in Ghana who endure violence and systemic oppression rooted in superstition. Through intergenerational narratives\, the novel exposes the haunting effects of gendered violence. \n  \n \nPart of Essex Writers House – A collaborative partnership between Metal and Essex Book Festival\, 01 – 30 June 2026\nEssex Writers House is a month-long programme hosted by Metal\, based in Southend. Chalkwell Hall opens its doors through June as a creative hub\, offering a range of events from talks\, open advice sessions and workshops to collaborative workspaces for writers\, story tellers and book lovers of all levels. Find out more at essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/essex-writers-house-2026/.
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/writing-and-the-power-of-language-camilla-balshaw-emily-addeni-holman-and-boakye-d-alpha/
LOCATION:Metal at Chalkwell Hall\, Chalkwell Avenue\, Southend-on-Sea\, SS0 8NB
CATEGORIES:Essex Writers House,FREE,In Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T210000
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SUMMARY:Writing family with Clare Shaw
DESCRIPTION:Writing family with Clare Shaw\nMonday 22 June\n7.00pm – 9.00pm\nColchester Quaker Meeting\, 6 Church Street\nEvent by WriteNight \nDoes your family share particular words\, phrases or sayings that only you know? \nJoin Colchester WriteNight and fabulous local writer Clare Shaw to discuss writing family\, and have a go at writing activities using prompts from your own family conversations… \nEveryone is welcome to come along to talk and write with us 🤗 \n*pic is 4 generations of Shaw mothers and daughters! \n  \nFind out more at Facebook.com. \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/writing-family-with-clare-shaw/
LOCATION:Quaker Meeting House\, 6 Church Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:For Writers,FREE,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T203000
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SUMMARY:Stand Up For Diversity Clacton
DESCRIPTION:Stand Up For Diversity Clacton\nSaturday 20 June 2026\, 6.30pm – 8.30pm\nCommunity Voluntary Services Tendring\, 22 Rosemary Road\, Clacton-on-Sea\, CO15 1NZ\nIn partnership with Essex Cultural Diversity Project. \nYou are invited to an evening of three-minute mini-talks and short shout-outs\, bringing together those who want to champion diversity in Clacton. \nCome along to make new connections\, explore the transformative power of creativity\, and collectively celebrate diverse voices involved in the arts and in our communities. All welcome. \nTickets: Free\, places are limited so booking is essential.\nBox Office: Eventbrite.co.uk \n  \n* PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE *\nThis event will now take place at Sam’s Hall\, CVS Tendring on Rosemary Road. \n  \nPart of Clacton Rocks!\nEssex Book Festival is teaming up with Essex Cultural Diversity Project and Clacton Arts Centre to host ‘Clacton Rocks’\, a day of fun activities on Saturday 20 June across Clacton including The Human Library\, Stand up For Diversity Clacton\, and Art:Up Poetry Open Mic. Visit essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/clacton-rocks/ for details. \n \n \n \n  \n \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/stand-up-for-diversity-7/
LOCATION:Community Voluntary Services Tendring\, 22 Rosemary Road\, Clacton-on-Sea\, CO15 1NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T180000
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SUMMARY:Art:Up! Homecoming Poetry Reading And Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Art:Up! Homecoming Poetry Reading And Open Mic\nSaturday 20 June 2026\, 4.00pm – 6.00pm\nCVS Tendring\, Sam’s Hall\, Imperial House\, 20-22 Rosemary Road\, Clacton-on-Sea\, CO15 1NZ\nJoin The Art:UP! This collaborative poetry project launched at the 2025 Essex Book Festival\, and has seen more than fifty poets from across Essex get together and share new poetry. \nThe final instalment of this year’s project is on the topic ‘Homecoming’. \nYou can get involved by:\nsigning up to write something new with a partner\,\nwriting your own poem on the theme\,\nor just coming along to support diverse voices from around the county. \nThis project is lead by The University of Essex\, Essex Book Festival\, Waxes Lyrical in Chelmsford\, PoetryPlus in Manningtree and Clacton’s own Boho Banter. \nWe actively encourage new and neurodivergent writers to participate in this project. \n  \nTickets: Free\, booking recommended\nBox Office: eventbrite.co.uk \nTo find out more\, email Dr Jordan Savage: jksava@essex.ac.uk\, or find us on insta: art_up_poetry \n  \n* PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE *\nThis event will now take place at Sam’s Hall\, CVS Tendring on Rosemary Road. \n  \nPart of Clacton Rocks!\nEssex Book Festival is teaming up with Essex Cultural Diversity Project and Clacton Arts Centre to host Clacton Rocks! a 1-day (and night) programme of events\, including Stand up For Diversity; Performance poet Atilla the Stockbroker; The Human Library; Art:Up Poetry Open Mic; Storytelling and Workshops. Visit essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/clacton-rocks/ for details. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/artup-homecoming-poetry-reading-and-open-mic/
LOCATION:Community Voluntary Services Tendring\, 22 Rosemary Road\, Clacton-on-Sea\, CO15 1NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE,Open Mic,Poetry
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T160000
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SUMMARY:Writing with Images
DESCRIPTION:Writing with Images\nPenny Simpson and Ania Ready\n\nSaturday 20 June 2026\, 2:00 – 4:00pm\nRoom 1.02 North Teaching Centre\, University of Essex\, Colchester\, CO4 3SQ\n\nIn this creative writing workshop\, fiction writer Penny Simpson and photo-artist Ania Ready will guide you to explore ways of writing about characters whose lives are not fixed in one place. You will learn new approaches to writing through playful experiment with text and image. \nThe workshop will take inspiration from the poetry and short stories of Sophie Gaudier-Brzeska (1872-1925) held in the Special Collections in the Library at the University\, and from Ania’s process of ‘re-enactment’ which she used to create a series of black and white photographs re-imagining Sophie’s life. \nThe workshop is free and is open to writers of all levels and suitable for ages 16+. \nTo book your free place\, please email: pcsimp@essex.ac.uk.
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/writing-with-images/
LOCATION:University of Essex\, Wivenhoe Park\, Colchester\, CO4 3SQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE,Partner Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091958Z
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SUMMARY:The Human Library - Clacton
DESCRIPTION:The Human Library – Clacton\nunjudge someone\nSaturday 20 June 2026\, 11.00am – 3.00pm\nVenue: CVS Tendring\, Sam’s Hall\, Imperial House\, 20-22 Rosemary Road\, Clacton-on-Sea\, CO15 1NZ\nThe Human Library is coming to Clacton! \nJust like in a real library\, a visitor to the Human Library can borrow a book from a range of titles. The difference is that books are PEOPLE\, and reading is a CONVERSATION. \nBooks in our Human Library come from all walks of life\, and each has an experience to share. Come along\, connect with people you wouldn’t normally meet\, and celebrate positive differences in our communities. \nThe Human Library is part of Clacton Rocks! a day of talks\, drop-in events and family activities taking place across the town as part of Essex Book Festival 2026. \nTickets: Free\, no booking required. Drop in anytime between 11am and 3pm.\nCold and hot drinks will be available to purchase as part of the event. \n\n  \n \nWant to be Human Book ?\nDo you defy a stereotype? Are you like an open book and do you have valuable experiences that readers could benefit from learning about? Are you motivated to help challenge stigma and stereotypes through dialogue and personal conversations? Then maybe we can publish you to our readers. \nThe Human Library Organisation is always looking for Human books for future events\, building up a network of local organisers and book depots around the world\, that not only recycle Human Books\, but also ensure they are well kept in between events. \nBeing a book in the Human Library is more than you expect and something you will never forget. It is also an opportunity to meet a lot of people that are different from you and yet you will find you share a lot in common. \nSound interesting and exciting? Then contact Jo on jo@essexcdp.com for a chat\, or fill in the online form at the Human Library Organisation’s website. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/the-human-library-clacton/
LOCATION:CVS Tendring\, Sam’s Hall\, Imperial House\, 20-22 Rosemary Road\, Clacton-on-Sea\, Essex\, CO15 1NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T143000
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SUMMARY:Walk and Explore Prittlewell Greenway with Lora Aziz
DESCRIPTION:Walk and Explore Prittlewell Greenway with Lora Aziz\nEssex Writers House\nSaturday 20 June 2026\, 11.00am – 2.30pm\nMeeting point: Metal\, Chalkwell Hall\, Southend -> Belfairs Nature Reserve\nJoin artist Lora Aziz exploring the Prittlewell Greenway through landscape\, observation and language. How can we pull inspiration from the backstreet places and welcome in wonders we might pass every day? \nWalk a familiar pathway and discover new perspective through storytelling\, local histories\, layers of intuitive plant knowledge\, and creative encounters with place. \nTogether we’ll slow down and tune into what is often passed by\, from tree canopies to plants pushing through tarmac to running water sources\, fragments of story held in hedgerows\, footpaths and back lanes. \nThrough guided prompts\, gentle conversation and nature journalling\, we’ll explore how memory\, ecology and imagination intertwine through sensory mapping and writing\, letting language and symbols move as freely as the landscape itself. \n  \nTickets: Free\, includes packed lunch. Places limited\, booking essential\nBook tickets: eventbrite.co.uk \n\n\nPart of Essex Writers House – A collaborative partnership between Metal and Essex Book Festival\, 01 – 30 June 2026\nEssex Writers House is a month-long programme hosted by Metal\, based in Southend. Chalkwell Hall opens its doors through June as a creative hub\, offering a range of events from talks\, open advice sessions and workshops to collaborative workspaces for writers\, story tellers and book lovers of all levels. Find out more at essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/essex-writers-house-2026/.
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/walk-and-explore-prittlewell-greenway-with-lora-aziz/
LOCATION:Metal at Chalkwell Hall\, Chalkwell Avenue\, Southend-on-Sea\, SS0 8NB
CATEGORIES:Essex Writers House,FREE,Guided Walk
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SUMMARY:Clacton Rocks!
DESCRIPTION:Clacton Rocks!\nSaturday 20 June 2026\nEssex Book Festival is teaming up with Essex Cultural Diversity Project\, Clacton Arts Centre and others to host ‘Clacton Rocks’\, a day of fun activities on Saturday 20 June across Clacton including Eco-workshops\, Beach Hut Storytelling\, The Human Library\, Stand up For Diversity Clacton\, and Art:Up Poetry Open Mic. \n  \n\n\nKnow your Beach Workshop\nSeaside Explorer’s Libby Scarfe\n10.00am – 12.00pm\nClacton Beach\, meet by Clacton Pier\n \nJoin Seaside Explorers on Clacton beach to explore the local habitat. We’ll be looking for treasures that the seaside has to offer to inspire some creative art from around the world. And\, of course\, there will also be some time for a story and maybe some marine mischief! \nStories and songs will be BSL supported. \nSuits ages 5-11 but everybody welcome! \nTickets: £3 per young person. Accompanying adult free.\nBook tickets: https://BSLknowyourbeach.eventbrite.co.uk \n  \nThis event is part of The Young Ones project which is supported by Essex County Council’s Cultural Development Project Fund\, to support the growth of cultural venues and organisations that bring culture to the heart of communities in Essex. \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n\n  \nFun at the Beach Hut\nMer Richardson\n10.00am – 4.00pm\nCVST beach hut- just along from Toby Carvery\, Clacton-on-Sea.\n \nTendring CVS invite you to their beach hut (near Toby Carvery) for some family fun. \nFrom farm boggarts to funny fairies come and join local Storyteller Mer Richardson weaving warm tales connecting us to the world. \nFamily friendly. Free. Drop in anytime between 10am and 4pm. \n10am – 2pm Beach Hut Storytelling\n10am – 2pm Pebble Painting\n10am – 12pm Community Litter Pick\n12pm – 4pm Trash to Treasure: Art Workshops \n \n \n \n\n  \nThe Human Library – Clacton\nunjudge someone\n11.00am – 3.00pm\nCVS Tendring\, Sam’s Hall\, Imperial House\, 20-22 Rosemary Road\, Clacton-on-Sea\, CO15 1NZ\n \nThe Human Library is coming to Clacton! \nJust like in a real library\, a visitor to the Human Library can borrow a book from a range of titles. The difference is that books are PEOPLE\, and reading is a CONVERSATION. \nBooks in our Human Library come from all walks of life\, and each has an experience to share. Come along\, connect with people you wouldn’t normally meet\, and celebrate positive differences in our communities. \nTickets: Free\, no booking required. Drop in anytime between 11am and 3pm.\nCold and hot drinks will be available to purchase as part of the event. \nFind out more including how to become a human book at essexcdp.com/event/human-library-clacton/. \n \n  \n \n  \n \n  \n\n  \nThe Young Ones Eco-Workshops\n12.00pm – 3.00pm\nClacton Library\, Station Road (opposite the Town Hall)\, Clacton-on-Sea\, CO15 1SF\nWise Ram workshop credit Lorna Powell \nJoin in the fun with these free interactive workshops. \nWrite a Letter to the Future which will become part of a county-wide children’s zine. \n  \nThe Vanishing Lake with Wise Ram Theatre – Wise Ram Theatre will be running a free\, family friendly drop-in activity at Clacton Library. All are welcome for fun creative activities\, from drawing characters\, doing crafts and playing games. By taking part you will help create a new fantasy adventure show called ‘The Vanishing Lake’. \nWise Ram Theatre is a theatre company based in Harwich making theatre with humour\, heart and nerve. In 2025 they delivered a Eco-Theatre workshop for Manifesto4Essex in Colchester and family workshops at Essex Green Weekend. Read more on their website wiseramtheatre.co.uk or follow on social media @wiseramtheatre. \n  \nTickets: Free\, drop-in\, no booking required \nThis event is part of The Young Ones project which is supported by Essex County Council’s Cultural Development Project Fund\, to support the growth of cultural venues and organisations that bring culture to the heart of communities in Essex. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCreative Wellbeing Workshop\nMer Richardson\n2.30pm – 3.30pm\nClacton Art Gallery\, Rosemary Road\, CO15 1TF\n \nBefriending Your Thoughts To Change Your World. \nCreative wellbeing workshop by local wellbeing coach and storyteller Mer Richardson. Learn how to rewire your brain and make personalised oyster shell decoupage affirmations. \nTickets: Free\, drop-in – donations welcome \n \n \n\n  \nTiptoes Creatives Launch\n3.00pm – 4.00pm\nCVS Tendring\, Sam’s Hall\, Imperial House\, 20-22 Rosemary Road\, Clacton-on-Sea\, CO15 1NZ\nA new group in Clacton for those wanting to explore journaling and creative writing to help their wellbeing. \n  \n* PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE *\nThis event will now take place at Sam’s Hall\, CVS Tendring on Rosemary Road. \n \n\n  \nArt:Up! Homecoming Poetry Reading And Open Mic\n4.00pm – 6.00pm\nCVS Tendring\, Sam’s Hall\, Imperial House\, 20-22 Rosemary Road\, Clacton-on-Sea\, CO15 1NZ\nArt Up photo credit Christian Leppich \nJoin The Art:UP! This collaborative poetry project launched in the 2025 Essex Book Festival\, and has seen more than fifty poets from across Essex get together and share new poetry.\nThe final instalment of this year’s project is on the topic ‘Homecoming’. \nYou can get involved by:\nsigning up to write something new with a partner\,\nwriting your own poem on the theme\,\nor just coming along to support diverse voices from around the county. \nThis project is lead by The University of Essex\, Essex Book Festival\, Waxes Lyrical in Chelmsford\, PoetryPlus in Manningtree and Clacton’s own Boho Banter. \nWe actively encourage new and neurodivergent writers to participate in this project. \nTo find out more\, email Dr Jordan Savage: jksava@essex.ac.uk\, or find us on insta: art_up_poetry \nTickets: Free\, booking recommended\nBox Office: artupclacton.eventbrite.co.uk \n  \n* PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE *\nThis event will now take place at Sam’s Hall\, CVS Tendring on Rosemary Road. \n \n\n\nStand Up For Diversity Clacton\n6.30pm – 8.30pm\nCVS Tendring\, Sam’s Hall\, Imperial House\, 20-22 Rosemary Road\, Clacton-on-Sea\, CO15 1NZ\n \nYou are invited to an evening of three-minute mini-talks and short shout-outs\, bringing together those who want to champion diversity in Clacton. \nCome along to make new connections\, explore the transformative power of creativity\, and collectively celebrate diverse voices involved in the arts and in our communities. All welcome. \nTickets: Free\, booking recommended\nBox Office: su4d-clacton.eventbrite.co.uk \n  \n* PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE *\nThis event will now take place at Sam’s Hall\, CVS Tendring on Rosemary Road. \n  \n \n \n  \n \n\n  \nAttila the Stockbroker\n8.30pm\nThe Robert Burre\, 183 Burrs Rd\, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 4LH\n \nClacton Arts Centre and Unity in the Community present Attila the Stockbroker\, punk poet\, multi instrumentalist musician and songwriter. \nFree\, no booking required. \n \n  \nClacton Pier Photo credit Ryan Grice unsplash.com
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/clacton-rocks/
LOCATION:Clacton – Various venues\, Clacton-on-Sea\, Essex\, CO15 1TE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T123000
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SUMMARY:Thurrock Local Authors Fair
DESCRIPTION:Thurrock Local Authors Fair\nSaturday 20 June 2026\, 10.00am – 12.30pm\nGrays Central Library\, Orsett Road\, Grays\, RM17 5DX\nDiscover the rich wealth of local writing as Thurrock Libraries celebrates authors and poets from across the borough. Discuss writing\, discover author stories\, learn creative writing tips\, and browse their books to buy and take home. \nTickets: Free\, no booking required.\nEmail libraries@thurrock.gov.uk for further details \n  \nThe date of this event has changed since first advertised\, from Saturday 13 June to Saturday 20 June. All other details remain the same. \n  \n \n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/thurrock-local-authors-fair-4/
LOCATION:Grays Central Library\, Thameside Complex\, Orsett Road\, Grays\, Thurrock\, RM17 5DX
CATEGORIES:FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T125216Z
CREATED:20260420T125216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T125216Z
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SUMMARY:Murder in Season - Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Book Launch – Murder in Season by Rosie Sandler\nCome and hear Rosie Sandler\, author of The Gardener Mysteries\nFriday 19 June\, 1.00pm – 4.00pm\nFrancis Way\, Silver End\, Essex\nRosie Sandler will be in conversation with Silver End Heritage Society secretary\, Jackie Nesbitt. They will discuss Rosie’s latest book\, Murder in Season (new from Embla)\, set in a fictionalised version of Silver End garden village. \nFree to attend. No booking required. Refreshments available. \nRosie will be selling and signing copies of her book. \n~ Part of Silver End Heritage Centenary Celebrations ~ \nAuthor photo by Kim Tobin
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/murder-in-season-book-launch/
LOCATION:Francis Way\, Silver End\, Essex\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE,Partner Event
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T130931Z
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SUMMARY:Writing Buddy Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Writing Buddy Meet Up\nLizzie Chantree and Chris Penhall\nThursday 18 June 2026\, 10.30am\nFête Grays Yard\, 10-13 Grays Brewery Yard\, Chelmsford\, CM2 6QR\nWhether you’re a published author\, or a budding writer looking to kickstart your new hobby\, come and join international bestselling author Lizzie Chantree & award winning author Chris Penhall for a morning of writing in this FREE writing buddy session at Fête Grays Yard\, Chelmsford! \nThe aim of the session is to bring together likeminded people to write\, support and share creative ideas in a welcoming and relaxed environment. The morning will consist of two 30 minute writing sprints with a break to buy a coffee or two in between. \nWhy not join us to work on your novel/short story/flash fiction/play/screenplay/essay/memoir? Book your free place now! \nTickets: Free\, places limited so booking essential\nBox Office: exploretock.com/fetegraysyard/event/416782
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/writing-buddy-meet-up-5/
LOCATION:Fête Grays Yard\, 10-13 Grays Brewery Yard\, Chelmsford\, Essex\, CM2 6QR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:For Writers,FREE,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T145825Z
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SUMMARY:Radical Essex Architecture Tour: Silver End
DESCRIPTION:Radical Essex Architecture Tour: Silver End\nSunday 14 June\, 2.00pm\nFree\, reserve a spot at eventbrite.co.uk.\nTime: 2:00 pm\nVenue: Meet at Silver End Village Hall\nWalk time: approx 1 hr\nAfter the tour Cressing Temple Barns are close by for refreshments\nJoin us for a tour of Silver End\, an Essex model village built on Utopian ideals celebrates its 100th anniversary. \nA pioneering site of British Modernism\, Silver End was built by Francis Henry Crittall in 1926 to house employees working at his nearby metal window factory. The distinctive white\, flat roofed houses were designed to be “full of air\, light and space” with large gardens and civic amenities incorporated into the countryside village. It was no wonder Silver End was quickly dubbed the “metal window kingdom of happiness”. Suitable for all ages – all welcome. \nThe walk is led by Jess Twyman\, contributor to ‘Radical Essex’ publication\, 2018. \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/radical-essex-architecture-tour-silver-end/
LOCATION:Silver End Village Hall\, 3 Broadway\, Silver End\, Witham\, Essex\, CM8 3RQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE,Guided Walk,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T133000
DTSTAMP:20260524T121114Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes of Snowy Joy & The Toysavers
DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes of Snowy Joy & The Toysavers \nSunday 14 June\, 12.30pm – 1.30pm\nThe Minories\, 74 High Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1UE\nA Special Free Family Event. \nStep into the magical world of Snowy Joy – a heart-warming tale of migration\, belonging\, and hope\, brought vividly to life as a stage production. \nFollowing two sell-out runs at Colchester Arts Centre\, this special event offers a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes of Snowy Joy & The Toysavers! and discover how the story journeyed from page to stage. \nMeet adult cast member Dee Lana\, alongside the young cast from Colchester\, Chelmsford and London\, as they share what it’s like to be part of this exciting production: from rehearsals to live performances: especially as child actors. \nSharing exclusive insight into how this inspiring story was developed and brought to life for the stage is: Sade Fadipe (Author)\, Margaret Omoniyi (Director) and Colchester-based Julia Obasa (Choreographer). \n❄️ The Q&A session with the Snowy Joy Cast is a rare chance to step inside the world of Snowy Joy and meet the adults (and children!) who bring its magic to life. \n  \nTickets: Free (donations welcome). Places limited so booking essential \nBook tickets: SnowyJoyToysaversBehindTheScenes.eventbrite.co.uk \n  \nThe cast and team of Snowy Joy and the Toysavers will be in The Minories Garden after this event\, for fun and games to celebrate the work and efforts of the young people who took part in the performances. \n  \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/behind-the-scenes-of-snowy-joy-the-toysavers/
LOCATION:The Minories\, 74 High Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1UE
CATEGORIES:FREE,Young Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T105500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260612T082224Z
CREATED:20260326T090052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T082224Z
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SUMMARY:Midsummer Madness Family Fun
DESCRIPTION:Midsummer Madness Family Fun\nSunday 14 June 2026\nThe Minories\n74 High Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1UE\nA day of other worldly storytelling and creative mayhem in the enchanted setting of The Minories\, Colchester’s oldest art gallery and garden. Our Midsummer Madness Family Day is the perfect place to get crafty and messy with our delectable range of free hands-on drop-in workshops\, and more. \nFree\, drop-in\, no booking required – so come along and see us\, all ages welcome! \n \n\nTicketed Events\n11.00am – 12.00pm\nThe Enchanted Cinema presents Where the Wild Rumpus Is\n \nAn interactive\, enchanted cinema experience for wild things of all ages. \nThe wild rumpus begins! Hands\, voices\, and instruments from around the world create a live soundtrack as forests rustle\, monsters roar\, and oceans swell. Featuring live narration of Sendak’s book and led by professional musician Kieron Chissik on electric viola and keyboard\, this screen-free\, immersive experience invites children and grown-ups to become the orchestra for a cinematic book. For ages 5+. All those aged under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. \nTickets: £6 per person\nBox Office: eventbrite.co.uk \n\n\n\n\n\n12.30pm – 1.30pm\n❄️  Behind the Scenes of Snowy Joy & The Toysavers ❄️\n\n\nA Special Free Family Event. \nStep into the magical world of Snowy Joy – a heart-warming tale of migration\, belonging\, and hope\, brought vividly to life as a stage production. \nFollowing two sell-out runs at Colchester Arts Centre\, this special event offers a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes of Snowy Joy & The Toysavers! and discover how the story journeyed from page to stage. \nMeet adult cast member Dee Lana\, alongside the young cast from Colchester\, Chelmsford and London\, as they share what it’s like to be part of this exciting production: from rehearsals to live performances: especially as child actors. \nSharing exclusive insight into how this inspiring story was developed and brought to life for the stage is: Sade Fadipe (Author)\, Margaret Omoniyi (Director) and Colchester-based Julia Obasa (Choreographer). \n❄️ The Q&A session with the Snowy Joy Cast is a rare chance to step inside the world of Snowy Joy and meet the adults (and children!) who bring its magic to life. \nTickets: Free (Donations Welcome). Places limited so booking essential \nBook tickets: SnowyJoyToysaversBehindTheScenes.eventbrite.co.uk \n\n\n\n\n\n2.00pm – 3.00pm\nKes Gray – From Oi Frog! to Oi Dinosaurs!\n\nPhoto of Kes Gray © Paul Starr \n\n\nJoin in this hilarious interactive event with multi-award-winning author Kes Gray as he talks about the evolution of his Oi! picture book  series\, from Oi Frog! to Oi Dinosaurs! Guaranteed to get everyone giggling. For ages 3+. All those aged under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. \nTickets: £6\nBox Office: eventbrite.co.uk \n \n\n\nDrop-in Activities\n12.00pm – 3.00pm\nThe Young Ones Eco-Workshops and Storytelling\n\nWise Ram workshop credit Lorna Powell \nGet crafty and messy with our free\, hands-on\, drop-in workshops taking place in the enchanted garden at The Minories. \nUse materials gathered from the Essex coast to create your very own Beached-Up Sea Monster. \nWrite a Letter to the Future which will become part of a county-wide children’s zine. \nThe Vanishing Lake with Wise Ram Theatre – Wise Ram Theatre will be running a free\, family friendly drop-in activity at our Midsummer Madness day at The Minories. All are welcome for fun creative activities\, from drawing characters\, doing crafts and playing games. By taking part you will help create a new fantasy adventure show called ‘The Vanishing Lake’. \nWise Ram Theatre is a theatre company based in Harwich making theatre with humour\, heart and nerve. In 2025 they delivered a Eco-Theatre workshop for Manifesto4Essex in Colchester and family workshops at Essex Green Weekend. Read more on their website wiseramtheatre.co.uk or follow on social media @wiseramtheatre. \nEssex Libraries will be joining us for some super storytelling. Watch out for a strange creature in the garden with terrible tusks\, and terrible claws\, and terrible teeth in terrible jaws; knobbly knees and turned-out toes\, and a poisonous wart at the end of a nose… \nAll ages welcome. \nTickets: Free\, drop-in\, no booking required\nAll taking place in The Minories Garden \n\n\n\n12.00pm\nMarvellous Music\n\n\nColchester Chamber Choir is a small vocal ensemble praised for imaginative programming and exceptional music making. Come and hear them sing some surprising songs in the delightful Minories Garden. \n\nTickets: Free\, drop-in\, no booking required\nTaking place in The Minories Garden \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/midsummer-madness-family-fun/
LOCATION:The Minories\, 74 High Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1UE
CATEGORIES:FREE,Young Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T140000
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SUMMARY:The Pitch - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:The Pitch – A speed-date with an industry professional for aspiring writers.\nSaturday 13 June 2026\, 12.30pm – 2.00pm\nLakeside Theatre Cafe\, University of Essex\, Colchester\, CO4 3SQ\nAttendees who have purchased a ticket for at least one of The Writers Room events have an opportunity to take part in The Pitch – a 10 minute speed date with an industry professional. \nFree\, spaces are limited so booking is essential. \nDue to high demand\, attendees can only choose one professional to pitch to. \nThe Industry Professionals: \nThe Literary Agent – Camilla Shestopal\, Shesto Literary – Book Here *Fully Booked*\nThe Publicist – Sabah Khan\, Publicity Director\, Simon & Schuster – Book Here *Fully Booked*\nThe Editor – Elizabeth Briggs\, Publishing Director\, Saqi Books – Book Here *Fully Booked* \n  \n  \nCamilla Shestopal\n \nCamilla Shestopal has been involved in publishing all her career\, having worked at Penguin Random House\, Chorion and Entertainment Rights (now Classic Media). In 2009 she moved to Peters\, Fraser & Dunlop to become agent and Director over Estates\, representing clients such as Georges Simenon\, Margery Allingham\, Eric Ambler\, C S Forester and many others. She now runs Shesto Literary. \nCamilla was shortlisted for the British Book Awards Literary Agent of the Year in 2017\, and is a trustee of the Essex Book Festival. \nCamilla is interested in the following: \ncrime fiction (encompassing thriller\, mystery\, psychological thriller);\nWomen’s fiction\nRomance\nSome historical fiction\nSome self help non-fiction \n  \nSabah Khan\n\nA former Bookseller Rising Star and one of the Publisher Association’s People of Publishing 2024\, Sabah Khan is an award-winning Publicity Director (Adult\, Fiction & Non-Fiction) at Simon & Schuster UK working across a variety of titles including Colleen Hoover\, Britney Spears\, Emma Grede and Jason Arday. \nShe was co-chair of Simon and Schuster’s Diversity\, Equity & Inclusion Council and has always been a key supporter and driver of diversity and inclusion initiatives. At HarperCollins she launched informal network groups for women as well as being a founding member of Elevate. \n  \nElizabeth Briggs\nPhoto of Elizabeth Briggs by Eleonora C. Collini \nElizabeth Briggs is Publishing Director at Saqi Books. Her experience spans agenting\, the non-for-profit literary sector and independent publishing. She has collaborated with some of the industry’s most prominent voices and spoken at festivals including Hay-on-Wye and The London Book Fair. In 2026 she was shortlisted for the Young Publisher of the Year. \nElizabeth is a trustee of the international arts and cultural festival Shubbak. She has a degree in Classics from Durham University. Her first book Dissenters: Britain’s Lost Faiths and Forgotten Radicals is forthcoming (HarperCollins\, April 2027). You can find her on Substack @dissenters. \n  \n  \nThis event is part of The Writers Room \nEssex Book Festival and the University of Essex are hosting an exciting 1-day programme of writers’ and writing events. Events include author talks and workshops\, multi-genre panel discussions\, and The Pitch (a 10-minute speed-date with an industry professional). Plus\, an opportunity to engage with and explore the J.A. Baker Archive. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/the-pitch/
LOCATION:Lakeside Theatre\, University of Essex\, Wivenhoe Park\, Colchester\, CO4 3SQ
CATEGORIES:For Writers,FREE,SOLD OUT!
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T133558Z
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SUMMARY:Thurrock Local Authors Fair - Date Changed to 20 June
DESCRIPTION:Thurrock Local Authors Fair\n** The date of this event has changed to Saturday 20 June 2026 – see essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/thurrock-local-authors-fair-4/ for details\nSaturday 13 June 2026\, 10.00am – 12.30pm\nGrays Central Library\, Orsett Road\, Grays\, RM17 5DX\nDiscover the rich wealth of local writing as Thurrock Libraries celebrates authors and poets from across the borough. \nDiscuss writing\, discover author stories\, learn creative writing tips\, and browse their books to buy and take home. \nTickets: Free\, no booking required.\nEmail libraries@thurrock.gov.uk for further details \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/thurrock-local-authors-fair-3/
LOCATION:Grays Central Library\, Thameside Complex\, Orsett Road\, Grays\, Thurrock\, RM17 5DX
CATEGORIES:Date changed,FREE,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T103817Z
CREATED:20260326T090043Z
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SUMMARY:Sketching & Story Adventure - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:The Wild Space\nSketching & Story Adventure\nSunday 07 June 2026\, 11.00am – 1.00pm\nThe Wild Space\, Washington Close\, Maldon\, CM9 6JD\nSearch – Sketch – Story\nA nature-based story adventure in The Wild Space \nJoin us at the secret community green space in Maldon for a fun and creative morning where you’ll search for inspiration\, sketch & doodle your characters\, and craft your own nature-inspired story. Perfect for anyone who loves nature\, stories\, arts and crafts. \nWith help and support from the Wild Space team\, we expect to have lots of fun and laughter and\, of course\, great stories to share with us\, your family and friends! \n  \nTickets: Free\, booking recommended. Donation to OWLS (Our Wild Local Space) welcome.\nBox Office: Eventbrite.co.uk \n \n \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/sketching-story-adventure/
LOCATION:The Wild Space\, Washington Close\, Maldon\, Essex\, CM9 6JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE,Manifesto For Essex,Partner Event,SOLD OUT!,Young Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T163000
DTSTAMP:20260604T100137Z
CREATED:20260604T100137Z
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SUMMARY:Expressive Writing Workshop: Coming Home
DESCRIPTION:Expressive Writing Workshop: Coming Home\nby Art:UP! Culture Accelerator\nSaturday 06 June\n2.30pm – 4.30pm\nClacton Library\nFree\, spaces limited so please book at eventbrite.co.uk\nThis Expressive Writing Workshop supports people to create new poetry on the subject of “coming home”. \nJoin us in the meeting room at Clacton Library to explore the idea of ‘Coming Home’ through writing. \nThis gentle\, accessible workshop aims to support you to write in your own style and to share thoughts with others. Designed with neurodiversity in mind\, but open to all\, facilitator Polly Barnes holds space with light touch and gentle guidance. There will be some time to share our writing\, but no obligation to do so. \nAttendance is free but please book your place. \nBring along whatever writing equipment you prefer to use – a favourite pen\, writing journal\, laptop\, phone. A journal and pen will be provided to all participants. \nFor inspiration\, Polly suggests you may wish to bring along a small object or photo (digital is fine) of something which means ‘home’ to you. Bring yourself a cold drink. \nThis workshop is part of the Art:UP! collaborative poetry project which aims to improve access to poetry through collaboration and performance events across Essex\, in association with the University of Essex\, Essex Book Festival\, Waxes Lyrical in Chelmsford\, Poetry Plus in Manningtree and Clacton’s own Boho Banter. The final event of the project is an open mic event at Reuby’s Salt Beef and Cheesecake Bar on 20th June 2026 – Book open mic tickets here. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/expressive-writing-workshop-coming-home/
LOCATION:Clacton Library\, Station Road (opposite the Town Hall) \, Clacton-on-Sea\, CO15 1SF
CATEGORIES:For Writers,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T124500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T133000
DTSTAMP:20260603T105520Z
CREATED:20260326T090054Z
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SUMMARY:A Celebration of Dave Monk
DESCRIPTION:A Celebration of Dave Monk\nHosted by Brian Southall with guests/friends David Roberts\, Steve Scruton and Ian Wyatt.\nSaturday 06 June 2026\, 12.45pm – 1.30pm\nColchester Samaritans\nWalsingham Road Community Hall\, 34 Walsingham Road\, Colchester\, CO2 7BN\nJoin us as we celebrate the Essex life of ‘BBC legend’ and festival patron\, Dave Monk\, who sadly died last year. We will be sharing fond and funny memories\, talking about Dave’s memoir\, Whatever Happened to Dave Monk? and the contribution he made to Essex and Essex Book Festival. \n  \nTickets: Free\, donation to Kids Inspire or Farleigh Hospice kindly welcomed (donation links below) – both are charities which were close to Dave’s heart. \nPlaces are limited so please reserve a space at Eventbrite.co.uk. \nCopies of Dave’s memoir will be available to buy at the event. \nKids Inspire is a children’s mental health charity supporting children and families who would not otherwise be able to afford specialist trauma recovery support.\nFind out more and donate here. \nFarleigh Hospice provides hospice care to people affected by life-limiting illnesses and bereavement across mid Essex.\nFind out more and donate here. \n  \nPart of our Love & Loss day of events at Colchester Samaritans. \n  \n\n  \nWhatever Happened to Dave Monk? The Essex life of a ‘BBC legend’\n \nA few months into writing his memoir\, Dave Monk received some devastating news. The recently retired BBC Essex presenter was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. \nThe former solicitor\, disc jockey\, wine bar owner and compere had a seemingly endless stash of riveting stories to tell\, so he naturally included his cancer tales. \nMuch of this entertaining autobiography shamelessly name drops the many fascinating individuals Dave has encountered and interviewed. He tells of his evening with a murderer\, recalls his argument with a pop superstar\, reveals what he said to the President of France and shares what he’s learned over the years from his favourite pastime – eavesdropping. \nFrom family secrets to his love of dressing up\, Dave tells all. \nAs a hugely popular presenter on BBC Essex over five decades\, Dave spoke with the famous\, the infamous\, the happy and the miserable\, delving deep into the real stories and people of the much-maligned county of Essex. \nNow it’s time for Dave’s own story after decades of keeping his own counsel. \nOrder a copy of  Whatever Happened to Dave Monk? \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/a-celebration-of-dave-monk/
LOCATION:Samaritans Colchester\, Walsingham Road Community Hall\, 34 Walsingham Road\, Colchester\, Essex\, CO2 7BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE,Memoir,ONLY A FEW TICKETS LEFT!
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260625
DTSTAMP:20260326T090450Z
CREATED:20260326T090028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T090450Z
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SUMMARY:Common Grounds
DESCRIPTION:Harlow College Photography Students\nCommon Grounds\nWednesday 03 June to Wednesday 24 June 2026\nHarlow Library\, Cross Street\, Harlow\, Essex\, CM20 1HA\nHarlow College Photography Students (Level 3 Extended Diploma Photography Year 2) are proud to present their work on the theme of ‘Common Grounds’\, exploring what brings people and communities together. \nThe exhibition and their accompanying books represent their responses to the project set by Essex Book Festival. \nThroughout the project\, they have explored their individually preferred photographic specialisms and techniques and as a group have achieved a very diverse and creative collection of work\, ranging from Social Documentary and Fine Art to Product and Advertising. \nPop along to Harlow Library from 03-24 June to see their creative collection of work. \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/common-grounds/
LOCATION:Harlow Library\, Cross Street\, Harlow\, CM20 1HA
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T200000
DTSTAMP:20260326T134956Z
CREATED:20260326T134926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T134956Z
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SUMMARY:The Book of Coincidences
DESCRIPTION:The Book of Coincidences\nPatricia Borlenghi\nTuesday 02 June 2026\, 6.00pm – 8.00pm\nClaret & Brew\, 16 South Street\, Manningtree\, CO11 1BB\nAn introduction to local author’s memoir about her Italian family background\, various anecdotes from her life and her career in publishing. \nTickets: Free\nContact: For all enquiries about this event please contact patriciaborlenghi@gmail.com \n  \nThe Book of Coincidences\nThis memoir by Patricia Borlenghi reflects on her life\, her Italian family\, and the coincidences that have shaped her experiences\, intertwined with her commentary on contemporary political and social issues. \nThe book will appeal to readers interested in publishing\, politics and the author’s Italian background. It describes the important stages of her life; various events; the celebrities she’s encountered and coincidences discovered. And along with her thoughts on various current issues\, it briefly touches on her love of words and numbers.
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/the-book-of-coincidences/
LOCATION:Claret & Brew\, 16 South Street\, Manningtree\, Essex\, CO11 1BB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE,Memoir,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260518T111321Z
CREATED:20260518T111321Z
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SUMMARY:Oi Chelmsford! Eco-Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Oi Chelmsford! Eco-Workshops\nSaturday 30 May\, 12.00pm – 3.00pm\nMuseum of Chelmsford\n  \nGet crafty and messy with our free\, hands-on drop-in eco-workshops. Have a go at some eco-printing using ink made from Essex oak galls. Write a Letter to the Future which will become part of a county-wide children’s zine. \nMuseum of Chelmsford\, Oaklands Park\, Moulsham Street\, Chelmsford\, CM2 9AQ \nDrop-in Workshops – come along any time between 12.00pm and 3.00pm to take part in the eco-workshops.\nTickets: Free\, booking essential. A ticket is needed to gain free entry to Museum of Chelmsford.\nBox Office: eventbrite.co.uk \n  \nPart of Oi Chelmsford! – a family day of author events and creative workshops at the Museum of Chelmsford set against the fabulous backdrop of the exhibition Oi Chelmsford! Kes Gray: Chelmsford Born and Read – a celebration of the work and life of Kes Gray. \nThese workshops are part of The Young Ones project which is supported by Essex County Council’s Cultural Development Project Fund\, to support the growth of cultural venues and organisations that bring culture to the heart of communities in Essex.
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/oi-chelmsford-eco-workshops/
LOCATION:Chelmsford Museum\, Oaklands Park\, Moulsham Street\, Chelmsford\, Essex\, CM2 9AQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE,Young Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T104500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160044Z
CREATED:20260518T110227Z
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SUMMARY:Oi Chelmsford! Family Day at Museum of Chelmsford
DESCRIPTION:Oi Chelmsford!\nSaturday 30 May\nMuseum of Chelmsford\nMuseum of Chelmsford\, Oaklands Park\, Moulsham Street\, Chelmsford\, CM2 9AQ\nJoin us for a family day of author events and creative workshops at the Museum of Chelmsford set against the fabulous backdrop of the exhibition Oi Chelmsford! Kes Gray: Chelmsford Born and Read – a celebration of the work and life of Essex-born multi-award-winning children’s author\, Kes Gray. \nAll event tickets include free entry to the Museum of Chelmsford. \nMuseum of Chelmsford Members can use use their 10% off discount benefit when booking online. All members will have received a promocode in a recent email\, but if you haven’t received this\, contact them direct on museums@chelmsford.gov.uk or by calling 01245 605700. \n\n11.00am – 12.00pm\nKes Gray\nOi Chelmsford! Meet the Author\nPhoto of Kes Gray © Paul Starr \nThe man himself\, author Kes Gray\, will be joining us for this family event as he talks about the influence of his Chelmsford childhood on the many stories he has written. Get ready for a delightfully quirky fun time with all the family. \nTickets: £6 includes entry to Museum of Chelmsford\nBook tickets: Eventbrite.co.uk \n\n12.00 – 3.00pm\nThe Young Ones Eco-Workshops\n \nGet crafty and messy with our free\, hands-on drop-in eco-workshops. Have a go at some eco-printing using ink made from Essex oak galls. Write a Letter to the Future which will become part of a county-wide children’s zine. \nDrop-in Workshops – come along any time between 12.00pm and 3.00pm to take part in the eco-workshops.\nTickets: Free\, booking essential. A ticket is needed to gain free entry to Museum of Chelmsford.\nBook free tickets: eventbrite.co.uk \n  \nThese workshops are part of The Young Ones project which is supported by Essex County Council’s Cultural Development Project Fund\, to support the growth of cultural venues and organisations that bring culture to the heart of communities in Essex. \n \n \n\n1.30pm – 3.00pm\nThe Art of Playfulness Writing Workshop – A writing workshop for aspiring children’s authors \nSade Fadipe\n \nA writing workshop for grown-ups on how to write a children’s book inspired by Kes Gray’s Oi Chelmsford! exhibition. \nCome along to a hands-on workshop that will inspire you to craft your own stories for children. Sade’s narrative and unusual journey into authorship is enough to motivate anyone with dreams of one day becoming published! \nTickets: £20 / £15 concessions (students\, under 27s and unwaged) includes entry to Museum of Chelmsford\nBook tickets: Eventbrite.co.uk \n  \n\n2.00pm – 4.00pm\nComic Art Masterclass\nKev F Sutherland\nPhoto of Kev F Sutherland at Essex Book Festival © Nick Ilott \nKev F Sutherland writes and draws for Beano\, Doctor Who and Marvel comics\, and makes graphic novels adapted from Shakespeare. Now he’ll teach you how easy it is. Learn everything he knows\, so you could leave school and steal his job! For ages 7+ \nTickets: £6 per child includes entry to Museum of Chelmsford\nBook tickets: Eventbrite.co.uk \n  \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n  \n \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/oi-chelmsford/
LOCATION:Chelmsford Museum\, Oaklands Park\, Moulsham Street\, Chelmsford\, Essex\, CM2 9AQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE,Young Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260402T154408Z
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SUMMARY:Stand Up for Diversity Shoeburyness
DESCRIPTION:Stand Up for Diversity Shoeburyness\nCome along to this networking event with a difference!\nYou are invited to an afternoon of three-minute mini-talks and short shout-outs\, bringing together those who want to champion diversity in Shoeburyness. \nJoin us at the Cart & Wagon Shed to explore heritage\, community and hospitality\, and how those in the area are working to capture\, celebrate and preserve stories around ‘people and place’ for future generations. Make new connections\, find out what’s happening in the area\, and collectively celebrate diverse voices involved in the arts and in our communities. Lunch included. \nSaturday 11 April 12.30-3.00pm\nGuided Heritage Walk at 11.15am\nVenue: Cart & Wagon Shed\, Warrior Square Road\, Shoeburyness\, Southend-on-Sea SS3 9PZ\nwww.cartandwagonshed.org/\nPlaces are limited so booking is essential: su4d-shoeburyness.eventbrite.co.uk \n\nTimings for the event\nCome for the whole day or drop in just for the lunch and talks \n11.15am Guided Heritage Walk (optional)\n12.30pm Lunch & networking\n1-2pm Three-minute mini-talks & shout-outs\n2-3pm Drinks & networking \nThis event is organised by Essex Cultural Diversity Project in partnership with Cart & Wagon Shed\, run by Shoebury Coastal Community Interest Company. The Stand Up for Diversity series of events was first initiated in close partnership with Essex Book Festival in 2016. \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/stand-up-for-diversity-shoeburyness/
LOCATION:Cart & Wagon Shed\, Warrior Square Road\, Shoeburyness\, Southend-on-Sea\, SS3 9PZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE,Partner Event,Stand Up for Diversity
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T220000
DTSTAMP:20260213T114532Z
CREATED:20260213T114532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T114532Z
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SUMMARY:Art:Up! - Changing Tides
DESCRIPTION:Art:Up! – Changing Tides\nThe Red Lion\, Manningtree\nTuesday 10 March\,\nDoors from 18:30 – Poetry from 7 – FREE!\nCome along to the Changing Tides Open Mic and Poetry Reading\, featuring Ricky Frost and Anna Mae!\nThis event is a poetry reading and open mic\, and an opportunity to get involved witht the Art:Up! Poetry Accelerator! \nIf you write poetry\, please come and read your work with us\, and hear voices from across Essex. \nWe are inviting people to respond to the prompt: Changing Tides! \nIf you want\, you can just come and listen or read; if you are interested\, you can sign up to contribute to our poetry collection\, or to collaborate with a partner! \nThis event is particularly designed to be accessible to neurodivergent writers. \nTickets are free\, but please do book at eventbrite.co.uk/e/artup-changing-tides-tickets. \nThe Art:Up Poetry Accelrator is a collaborative poetry project organised by Waxes Lyrical in Chelmsford; Poetry Plus in Manningtree; Boho Banter in Clacton-On-Sea; and the University of Essex. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://essexbookfestival.org.uk/event/artup-changing-tides/
LOCATION:The Red Lion\, 42 South Street\, Manningtree\, Essex\,  CO11 1BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:FREE,Open Mic,Poetry
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