You don’t have to go far for fun things to do! From creative classes, to family days out and activities to keep the kids entertained – there’s something for everyone right on your doorstep! Find out what’s going on in your town here.
Free Park Tennis starting Saturday 28th September, then every week!
Kids Full English breakfast: jam on toast, scrambled eggs on toast, or pancakes with bacon & syrup. Includes unlimited juice and a gift from Santa.
£12.95 per child. Adult breakfast starts from £4.
Here is what’s up and coming at Canvey library.
Conveniently located in the town centre, next to, and inside the Knightswick Shopping Centre, with ample parking available. SS8 7AD. Open from 10 am to 4 pm.
A chess club for children to play other likeminded children to compete at a similar skill level.
https://libraries.essex.gov.uk/events/location/castle-point/104
Hot drink and a chat at Canvey Island Youth Project
Join Community Sports at The MegaCentre Rayleigh!
No booking needed—just show up for fun and fitness.
£6 per person or £6.50 with tea/coffee
Enthusiast or wanting to learn, you are invited to join us to knit, crochet or just get creative with yarn at The Hub Cafe.
Bring your own project or join in with a seasonal group project.
Free youth club every Friday in Canvey
For more info, contact info@cyp-yellowdoor.org.uk
Encouraging good use of green space, and building a community around King George Playing Fields, Canvey, Yellow Door are hosting a new walk around the park. More info: info@cyp-yellowdoor.co.uk.
Here is what’s up and coming at Great Tarpots library.
Here is what’s up and coming at Hadleigh library.
90 minute circular walks from The Hub Cafe. Reward yourself with a hot cuppa at the end!
Meet at 1pm.
Karaoke every Friday at The Half Crown in Benfleet
Fun and friendly exercise classes with multiple benefits! See poster for details. Monday classes in Hadleigh: SS7 2PA. Wednesday classes in Thundersley SS7 3HG
Join our FREE group for tots and their carers to explore and learn together at Hadleigh Farm Estate.
Stay for a coffee and a chat.
Make sure to visit St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School’s website to keep up to date on school events and parents tours which can be arranged to match your own flexibility.
office@stjosephscanvey.net
Join Singing by Heart, a dementia-friendly singing group for those with dementia and their carers. Enjoy music, connection, and fun in a relaxed environment. Call Tara: 07586 570466 for more details.
Smartphone Quiz at The Half Crown in Benfleet
Every Thursday and Sunday we hold smartphone quiz from 8pm – prize £20 bar tab plus a chance to compete and win National Prize of £1500
Here is what’s up and coming at South Benfleet library.
Range of services taking place at St Anne’s Church in Canvey Island
Events from December 2024 to January 2025
Visit https://canveycofe.co.uk/Home/ for more details
Weekly events: https://www.stgeorges-church.org.uk/
Tues: Seniors Club 2-4pm
Wed: Hospitality Hub 9.30-12.30pm
Thurs: Toddler Group 1-2.30pm
More details: 01268 211 009 (Parish Office)
Fancy a chat?
Bringing people together through the art of conversation.
The Hub Cafe Talking Table Group.
1pm – 2.30pm
Thundersley Methodist Church has a lot going on! Take a look at our activities list above and see if anything takes your fancy.
Local tutor and teacher, Hannah in Benfleet in offering Maths, reading and English Tuition
Teaches from year 1 to 8
1 to 1 £45
Online 1 to 1 £35
Online groups £25
hannahinglistutoring@gmail.com
If you love art or being a helping hand, volunteering at The Art Ministry may be the perfect role for you!
Regular, social walks for all around Canvey Wick Nature Reserve
Contact jo.loman@buglife,org.uk for queries and to confirm attendence
Walk the Wick – Monthly: 2nd and last Wednesday
10am – 12:00pm
Meet: Morrisons community room
Join our free multi-sports club for ages 11-17! Sessions every Friday, 4-5:30 pm at local leisure facilities.
Sign up here: canveyislandyouthproject.org.uk/club… ⚽️
New classes starting from 15th October, then Tuesdays. This is perfect for a gentle stretch, improve balance and gain confidence. Chair can be used to help support! £6 per class
Police Drop in Session at South Benfleet Library!
Festive stalls and entertainment at Jotmans Halls Christmas Craft Fair!
Lots of festivities at Cedar Hall’s Christmas Fayre!
🎄 Canvey Seafront Christmas Weekend!
Sat 23 Nov: Live acts incl. Southern Heights 12:30, Rock Choir 4pm, & more!
Sun 24 Nov: Reindeer 1–5pm, choirs, Bublé tribute 4pm, & plenty more festivities!
Christmas Bazaar at Our Lady of Canvey & The English Martyrs R C Church
Raffle prize is £100!
Join us for festive fun making custom Christmas Door Wreaths! All materials and tools provided. Limited spaces, book now! Enjoy music, drinks, and nibbles.
Contact: hoorayforblooms@gmail.com.
All you can eat buffet and a DJ & Raffle Night!
£21 for adults, £10 per children (5-10yrs)
Book online or direct according to poster details!
❄️🎄CHRISTMAS FAYRE🎄❄️ at Hadleigh Methodist Church
This month the Half Crown’s themed quiz is Superheros!
Make sure to check out the many Christmas events taking place at The Half Crown
Xmas party: 29th Nov
Xmas Caroloke: 20th Dec
Xmas Jumper party: 21st Dec
Xmas Eve party: 24 Dec
www.greatukpubs.co.uk
*SAVE THE DATE* Our fabulously festive Christmas Market is returning to The Hub Cafe at Hadleigh Park!
More details to follow. For stall enquiries please email hfeadmin@salvationarmy.org.uk.
Plenty of Christmas activities and events for all ages in Canvey Island Town Centre!
Christmas fair and part of town light switch on in Hadleigh
Organised by Hadleigh Community Group
Lots of Christmas craft activities and letter writing to Santa
At Canvey Library
Christmas Wreath making at The Lobster Smack in Canvey Island
£45 per persion
Complimentary tea and coffee will be available
30 Nov 4:15pm – Lights Switch-On
1 Dec 3pm – Carol Concert (£10)
14 Dec 10:30am – Beats’n’Beans
15 Dec 11am – Carol Service
24 Dec Christingles 3:30pm & Midnight Communion
25 Dec Morning
01702 426998
Range of services taking place at St Katherine’s Church in Canvey Island
Events from December 2024 to January 2025
Visit https://canveycofe.co.uk/Home/ for more details
Range of services taking place at St Anne’s Church in Canvey Island
Events from December 2024 to January 2025
Visit https://canveycofe.co.uk/Home/ for more details
Range of services taking place at St Nicholas’ Church in Canvey Island
Events from December 2024 to January 2025
Visit https://canveycofe.co.uk/Home/ for more details
Advent walks have returned to The Hub in Hadleigh this Christmas!
Breakfast at the cafe, followed by a seasonal walk!
Sundays in December: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
Hadleigh Baptist Church wishes you a Happy Christmas and New Year!
There are plenty of services as per this poster.
More info, visit hadleighbaptist.com or email administrator@hadleighbaptist.com
The last community cinema of the year
£5 per ticket
Afternoon/evening Winter Wonderland at The Robert Drake Primary School!
Christmas services at St George’s Church in Benfleet! Between 7th – 25th Dec
Head over to St George’s FB page to view events https://www.facebook.com/p/Messy-Church-at-St-Georges-100072173132659/
Enjoy free entry at Benfleet’s craft fair this December!
Please come along and support all the local talented people and pick up some amazing Christmas presents!
At The ArtHouse, in Hadleigh Old Fire Station
£30 per ticket
Call Jayne: 07971612554
Enjoy plenty of festivities at St George’s Church this Christmas!
Free Entry, donations are £2
A Hadleigh Farm Estate event at The Hub!
Christingle trail, Christmas food/treats and family games on 7th December!
A free activity for families to enjoy!
An exciting and festive Christmas Wreath Workshop taking place in December!
£45 per person – includes drinks and nibbles
More details: contact @botanistflorist on Instagram and Facebook!
Services over Christmas
8th December, 3pm Allegro Concert – tickets on the door
15th December 11am Carol Service
24th December, 5:00pm Christingles
£6 per child
Follow the QR code on the poster to book or book here – https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/hadleighcastlerotary/t-pqdolee
Looking for a festive family day out? 🎄 Help the silly elves tick off their Christmas list in the enchanted forest, with a chance to meet The Snowman
https://www.rookeryviewhall.co.uk/enchantedforest
Carol Service at Oasis Christian Centre Church in South Benfleet.
Their contact number is 01268 565233 and a voicemail facility is in place if not available.
Christmas Carols, food, drinks and festive stalls at the Corner Club’s Christmas Market!
Donate to children aged 0-14 at Hadleigh Morrisons’ giving tree
Foodbank items welcome too
Sustainable Christmas Market selling all things local!
Services:
15 December – Carol Service – 10.45 am – all welcome
17 December – Carols and Mince Pies 2.30 pm – the Afternoon Club will be running this – all welcome
Book here https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=178020
Meet Santa in his grotto & craft for kids.
Booking slots on website: https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=178347
https://libraries.essex.gov.uk/home
Seasonal Refreshments Provided
Come along and listen, or bring a poem or a reading!
Cinderella at The Hadleigh Old Fire Station
Book tickets here https://www.tickettailor.com/events/showupproductions/1455202
Runs for 2 hours
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