Welcome to the  “Visit Essex” May newsletter 

This month we will be covering some of our wonderful festivals and events which are taking place in Essex (for all tastes and ages), with something going on practically every weekend throughout the whole of summer. To give you a taste of the sheer diversity of events see below!   The Visit Essex Team    Click on link in each case for more details.

The Colchester Medieaval and Oyster Fayre Market 

4 & 5 June   Lower Castle Park
A full medieval style fayre, with many of the peripheral activities that this major annual event of the period would have offered. It remembers a time when folk from the countryside and neighbouring villages would have travelled to the "Big Fayre" in town.  Lots to buy, including oysters (of course!) and many people in costume.  

http://www.oysterfayre.magix.net/public/billoffayre.html

The Big Dig - Hadleigh Country Park  

30 July 10.00am or 2.00pm

Kids become an archaeologist for the day!  Dig for Roman remains - what treasures will you find?  Booking essential. 

http://www.visitparks.co.uk/

Clacton Airshow - Celebrating 25 years! 

25 & 26 August 11.00am - 5.00pm

Clacton seafronts transformed into viewing platforms for a variety of flying displays throughout the day, as well as trade stands, attractions and food court for the whole family to enjoy.  This year there will also be night flights on 25 August - not to be missed!  Free event.

http://www.visitessex.com/thedms.aspx?dms=3&venue=0152691&feature=1

RHS Garden Hyde Hall Flower Festival  

30 July - 4 August
A spectacular event showcasing over 60 specialist nurseries and gardens, including 17 award-winners from the 2015 RHS Chelsea Garden Show.  Exhibitors will display spectacular flower displays, and you'll have the opportunity to buy a variety of flowers and plants.  Stop for a cuppa too at The Field Cafe or Barn Restaurant, and if you are an RHS member then take advantage of the full English breakfast, garden tour and early bird booking for £22.50!

http://www.visitessex.com/thedms.aspx?dms=3&venue=0176781&feature=1146

Zepfest

24 and 25 September 
A weekend of displays and events commemorating the 100th anniversary of the forced landing of the German Zeppelin L33 at Little Wigborough during the first World War.  Flypast of WW1 planes (weather permitting), plus an audio tour of the crash and reconstructions. A fabulous event of historical importance not to be missed!  

http://www.visitessex.com/thedms.aspx?dms=3&venue=0224026&feature=1000

Ladies Day Chelmsford City Racecourse

16 June
Enjoy the glitz and glamour of this fabulous day at the races for all ladies. Have a flutter (first race starts at 1.50pm), a glass of champagne and do a bit of shopping in the pop-up Village, whilst enjoying the atmosphere.

http://www.chelmsfordcityracecourse.com/events/

Essex Country Show Barleylands

10 & 11 September
A large annual country show with something for the whole family! The event showcases a variety of services, products, animal livestock and attractions to be experienced in Essex and beyond. Come along and enjoy the atmosphere! Further information 

http://www.visitessex.com/thedms.aspx?dms=3&venue=0212707&feature=1040

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