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Essex: News - May 2026
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Wellness and Connection with Heart Centred Parenting
13th May 2026
Heart Centred Parenting offers nurturing wellbeing events, family gatherings and mentoring support in Colchester, Essex, focused on community connection, nature and emotional wellbeing. This summer, tweens and teens aged 10–16 can join a Wellness and Mindset Camp on 28 August at St Mary’s...
Colchester Zoological Society (CZS) welcomes endangered chimpanzee arrival
5th May 2026
Jessie, aged 26 years old, arrived from Welsh Mountain Zoo following an EEP (EAZA Ex Situ Programme) breeding recommendation, with the hope that she will form a bond with resident male, Napoleon, who recently became a father to baby Keira, on 17th January 2026. To ensure a calm and positive introduction...
Kai Widdrington’s Evolution Tour Comes to Basildon
2nd May 2026
APPEARING AT THE TOWNGATE THEATRE ON FRIDAY 17 JULY 2026 Following a triumphant run that dazzled audiences across the UK, KAI WIDDRINGTON is set to return to the stage with the smash-hit “KAI – EVOLUTION” tour in 2026 — and he’ll be performing at the Towngate Theatre,...
Thriftwood Scout Campsite and Outdoor Activity Centre
1st May 2026
Based within Brentwood, this great woodland venue provides the perfect opportunities for children to explore exhilarating activities, from archery to high ropes, kayaking to fishing and bushcraft and so much more! With Activity Days available during half term holidays and birthday parties each weekend,...