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Woodbridge School: Nurturing Talent at Every Stage
1st February 2026
Providing an exceptional education in a fresh learning environment, Woodbridge School is a co-educational independent day and boarding school for students aged 4 to 18; an all-through school, once children join the Prep School, places are guaranteed as they move through to the Senior School and then...
Thriftwood Scout Campsite and Outdoor Activity Centre
25th January 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,...
February Half Term Fun: The Wind in the Willows Trail
24th January 2026
Step into a storybook this February half term (14th–22nd February) and join Mole, Ratty, Toad and Badger on a magical adventure at RHS Garden Hyde Hall. To mark the 95th anniversary of E. H. Shepard’s much‑loved illustrations, the gardens have been transformed into an enchanting, interactive...
Exciting things to celebrate this spring at Audley End!
23rd January 2026
A new name, an updated look, new play village & Mother’s Day Fun For the past few months, we’ve been busy sprinkling a little magic behind the scenes. We have evolved our name to Audley End Enchanted Railway with a new look to match! For more than 60 years, families have known and...
Discover Holmwood House
23rd January 2026
Set within 25-acres near Colchester, Holmwood House is a leading co-educational nursery, prep, and senior school for children aged 6 months to 16 years. Holmwood places curiosity at the heart of learning. Its vision is to inspire individuality, spark curiosity, and ignite the future potential of every...
TECLA Languages: Where Learning Meets Adventure
22nd January 2026
Founded in 2009, TECLA Languages is a London-based, award-winning agency specialising in high-quality English, Spanish and French learning experiences worldwide. Its seven core services include: English study holidays, Spanish study holidays, French study holidays, online English courses, career-oriented...
Working Parent Funded Early Education Entitlement
21st January 2026
Eligible working parents of children from the term after a child is 9 months old to 4-years-old are able to access 30 hours of funded childcare per week for 38 weeks per year. To check whether you are eligible in the first instance visit www.beststartinlife.gov.uk as this will help you to understand...
Family Fun This February Half Term at Leisure World and Colchester Sports Park
20th January 2026
Looking for exciting ways to keep the whole family active and entertained this February half term? Colchester Sports Park and Leisure World have plenty of options to make your holiday memorable! At Colchester Sports Park: Free-to-Ride Area: Bring your bikes and enjoy the dedicated free-to-ride...
Baby chimpanzee born at Colchester Zoological Society (CZS) after 17 years!
19th January 2026
In the early hours of Saturday 17th January 2026, the Animal Care Team were delighted to discover female chimpanzee, Kora, had given birth to a healthy baby. Kora was born at CZS in November 1999 to mum, Billy-Joe. This is Kora’s first offspring and is the first time the Zoo has welcomed a baby...
Mythical Creatures and Half-Term Fun at Colchester Museums!
15th January 2026
Step inside the historic Colchester Castle this February and embark on a story quest before the enchanting Mythical Creatures exhibition closes on 22 February! Inspired by medieval tales, this family-friendly display brings dragons, unicorns, mermaids, and griffins to life through storytelling and...
Meet The Pawfessionals in the Essex Winter Reading Challenge
13th January 2026
Embark on an exciting journey with The Pawfessionals as they explore the amazing careers waiting for them across the fantastic and diverse county of Essex Participants are invited to complete six fun challenges from a choice of twelve and collect stickers of each of The Pawfessionals to add to their...
Colchester Zoological Society complete Mission COUNT-possible!
12th January 2026
At the end of 2025, whilst many of us were enjoying the festivities and getting ready to celebrate the New Year, the Animal Care Team at Colchester Zoological Society had a very different type of celebration. They took part in an important mission – Count Possible! The objective was clear, confirm...