What’s On

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Tuesday April 14
BUGGY TIME
Join for Buggy Time at St Clement’s Church, Broadway, on Tuesday mornings from 10.45-11.45am. Listen to a story from the Bible and have a sing and play, play, play. For all those not old enough to go to school and any adults they want to bring along
Contact: Jane 01702 712779
HADLEIGH COFFEE MORNINGS
Whether you’re looking to get involved in the community, meet new people, or support local causes, the Rotary Club offers a welcoming space for all. Held from 10:30am to 11:30am on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at Hadleigh Library, 180 London Road, SS7 2PD. For more information, visit the club’s Facebook page, go to www.hadleighrotary.org, or email: [email protected].
RSPB SOUTH EAST ESSEX
RSPB South East Essex Local Group invite you to our indoor meetings featuring Guest Speakers, refreshments included (own mug please). First Tuesday of each month from. September 2025 to June 2026. 7.30 for 8.00pm. Belfairs Methodist Church Hall, Eastwood Road North, Leigh on Sea, SS9 4NG.Members £5, non-members £7.50. Contact Vivien Clark 07917573937.
GOSPEL CHOIR
Enjoy singing? Why not join the Fishermen’s Chapel Gospel Choir, singing traditional gospel music at the Chapel? Rehearsals are every Tuesday evening, 7-8pm. Contact Heather if you’d like more information, 07879 232231.
THE HOY AT ANCHOR FOLK CLUB
Members meet at 7.45pm every Tuesday evening at The Estuary Club, 1386 London Road, Leigh on Sea. New members are always welcome. Contact Tony Prior 07805 641797 for more details.
Wednesday April 15
COFFEE MORNING
New coffee mornings at the Fishermen’s Chapel, New Road, Leigh. 10.30am-12 noon, friendly community atmosphere. Every Wednesday – all welcome.
WESTWOOD ART CLUB
Meet every Wednesday from 9.30 am to 12 noon at Salvation Army Temple (opposite Morrisons Car Park) Hadleigh. Very friendly, sociable group painting in all mediums. Call Trish on 07702874647.
OVER 60’S SOCIAL CLUB
Over 60’s social club meets first and third Wednesday each month from 12pm to 1.30pm in the Donald Fraser Hall at Leigh Community Centre. Includes lunch and an activity at £5 per person. To book a space call the office on 01702 716288, or visit the reception.
SAFE HAVEN COMMUNITY CAFE
Run at Eastwood Baptist Church, on Nobles Green Road on the second Wednesday of every month from 2pm to 4pm. Telephone 07592 817845.
TEA DANCE
Everybody welcome to a Tea Dance at Nevenden Centre Wickford, each Wednesday from 2-4 pm in the large hall. Good music and friendly atmosphere – catering for all ballroom, Latin and sequence dances. Contact John or Linda on 07880605105.
FESTIVAL CHORUS
Southend Festival Chorus meets every Wednesday during term-time at St. Peter’s Church, Eastbourne Grove, Westcliff, 7.30 for a 7.45 start till 9.45 pm. Competent singers of all voice parts are always welcome.
THAMESIDE MUMMERS
Thameside Mummers perform traditional Mumming plays locally and nationally throughout the year. They meet and rehearse in Old Leigh on Wednesday evening. New members welcome. See them on Youtube and Facebook. Contact [email protected]
ROCHE ART GROUP
The group meets on Wednesdays from 7.15pm to 9.45pm at St Teresa’s Parish Centre, 109 Ashingdon Road, Rochford. Friendly club of all abilities that aims to promote art through drawing and painting in all media. Please contact Bernard Westerway 01702 301135.
THE CONCORD LADIES CLUB
The Concord Ladies Club in Rayleigh meet at Caley Hall at the U.R.C.Church Crown Hill Rayleigh, every Wednesday 1.30pm until 3.pm. Suitable for ladies over 55, we have interesting speakers, social afternoons and outings. Just come along, or for more information phone Eileen on 01268 784431.
LEIGH YOUTH CLUB
A free weekly youth club for young people aged 11 to 16 years old runs at the Leigh Community Centre every Thursday 6 to 8 pm. For more information, contact Youth and Community Manager Timothy Lengden on 01702 301 301.
LEIGH SING-A-LONG
Join the monthly singing sessions at the Mayflower Pub in Old Leigh. The group meet on the first Wednesday of every month from 7pm to around 10pm. The session is a friendly meet up, and all are welcome, of all ages.
TRADITIONAL TOURING CLUB (TTC)
A local walking / cycling club suitable for the mature person, featuring other regular social activities and adventures. Organiser Ron says: “come along and see what we’re all about.” Meeting
at 8pm every third Wednesday of the month at the Leigh Constitution Club, 116 Elm Road.
BLUES AT LEIGH COMMUNITY
Guitarist and singer Martin McNeill perform at the Leigh Community Centre on the first and third Wednesday of every month at the Cup of Leigh café in Leigh community Centre at 7.30 pm.
BLUES SESSIONS
Blues session hosted by singer and guitarist Martin McNeill with guest artists. Every Wednesday at the Green Bottle (above the Greedy Breakfast), Rectory Road, Leigh, 7,30pm. Contact [email protected]
Thursday April 16
KNIT AND NATTER
Members meet every Thursday from 10.30am to 12.30pm at St Clement’s Church, Broadway, Leigh.
Bring along whatever you are working on or take part in a project to make articles for charities – or just relax and chat. Tea and coffee provided. Contact Margaret: 01702 711230
KNITTING CLUB
Kent Elms Library have introduced a knitting club, held every last Thursday of the month from 2pm – 4pm. Sessions are free, but participants are asked to bring their own materials and projects along with them.
BELL PRACTICE
Bell Practice at St Clement’s Church, Broadway, Leigh. New members welcome, 7.30pm. Contact: Trevor 07920 580574 / [email protected]
BUDDIES CLUB
This is a friendly social club for single people in the 55-plus age group that meets every Thursday at the Anchor pub in Benfleet at 8 pm. Both male and female welcome. For more information call Alistair Fraser on 07729 762060.
SOUTHEND CHORAL SOCIETY
Come and sing with Southend Choral Society. The friendly choir meets every Thursday evening at Kings Road URC, Westcliff. Arrival from 7.45 pm for 8pm start, ending at 9.30pm. The choir welcome members for all voice parts.
Friday April 17
FRIDAY LUNCH
After 12noon Mass at St Clement’s from 12.45 to 1.45pm. Lovely fresh food in friendly company at very reasonable prices. All are welcome. All profits to go charity. Contact Admin 07884 148148.
CHOIR PRACTICE
New members always welcome to join, at St Clement’s Church, Broadway, Leigh, 4-6pm every Friday.
Saturday April 18
SOUTHEND JAZZ CO-OP
Learn to improvise in professionally-led Jazz workshops, open to all (any level, any instrument). Friendly, relaxed atmosphere & easy car-parking. The workshops run every Saturday, 10am-1pm, at HOFS (Hadleigh Old Fire Station, Hadleigh SS7 2PB) Contact Richard Dray [email protected] 01268 781700
COFFEE MORNINGS
Tea, Coffee and Home-Made Cake served most Saturdays 10.15am to noon. At St Clement’s Church, Leigh. Check website and church calendar for details. Contact Admin 07884 148148.
Sunday April 19
Monday April 20
SINGING FOR MUMS WITH A BUMP OR BABY!
Thula Mama relaxed singing group meets Mondays from 10.30 -11.30 am at Leigh Community Centre. Singing for pregnancy and when you have your little one. No experience necessary! Make friends, nurture yourself and soothe your baby at Thula Mama. Hot drinks and biscuits provided. Pay-as-you-go. Contact Elizabeth on 07830 466011 for more information.
MAINSTREAM JAZZ
Jazz Every Monday at The Oakwood, Eastwood with Ron Spack’s Jazz Groups. Admission free. Guests welcome. Starts 7.30 pm. 01702 512819
LEIGH ON SEA CALEDONIAN DANCERS
The group meets on Monday evenings for Scottish Country Dancing. They are a friendly group and welcome new members with or without partners. No previous experience required. All dances are walked through and called by one of the instructors. They meet at St James Church Hall, Elmsleigh Drive SS9 3DP. For more details, contact Rob on 01245 225159 or [email protected]
OVER 50S CRAFT GROUP
New members are welcome to join a friendly craft group for knitting, cross stitch, quilting, crochet and other art activities. Bring your own projects or try something new. The group meet at the Cedar Centre, 90 Castle Road, Rayleigh, SS67QF on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1pm till 3.30pm. Subs are paid quarterly with the first session free. Phone 07764 850522 or check out our website [email protected]
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