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EssexEssexWHAT’S ONTHEATRE, FILM AND SHOWS29-Sep Philly Philly Wang WangPhil has made a name for himself exploring sex, romance,politics, and his mixed British-Malaysian heritage with his uniqueWang brand of smart and silly.Palace Theatre, 430 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 9LA01702 351135. www.southendtheatres.org.uk6-28 Oct Tales from Acorn WoodAn enchanting theatrical adaptation of Julia Donaldson andAxel Scheffler’s best-selling books. Jam packed with toetapping songs, audience participation and fun!Palace Theatre, 430 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 9LA01702 351135. www.southendtheatres.org.ukMUSIC16-Oct Alexander O’Neal – My Farewell TourR&B and Soul legend performing his greatest hits along withtracks from his new album with support from Mamma Freedom.Charter Hall, Colchester, Leisure World, Cowdray AvenueColchester, CO1 1YH01206 573948. www.colchester-events.co.uk/15-Nov Forever in Blue JeansStarring Carole Gordon with terrific singers, dancers andmusicians playing the best in Country music and Rock ‘n’ Roll.West Cliff Theatre, Tower Road, Clacton-On-Sea, CO15 1LE01255 433344. www.westcliffclacton.co.ukArts & Culture15Aug-18 Oct Jaywick Creatives ExhibitionDiscover three artists from Jaywick Sands: Coralina Cattrell,Josie Staessen and Steve Eden. Open every weekend 10am-4pm.Jaywick Martello Tower, The Promenade, Belsize AveClacton-On-Sea, CO15 2LFwww.explore-essex.com/whats-on/jaywick-creatives12-13 Sep Colchester’s Street of TombsLearn about the excavations at the front of the Essex CountyHospital, an area once crossed by this remarkable Roman street.Roman Circus Visitor Centre, Roman Circus Walk, ColchesterCO2 7GZ01206 501785. www.romancircus.co.uk/events13 Sep The Gibberd GardenFeatured on the BBC’s Hidden Gardens. An ideal place for thewhole family to visit with an on-site tea room and parking. Open2-5pm.The Gibberd Garden, Marsh Lane, Harlow, CM17 0NAwww.heritageopendays.org.uk13 Sep Heritage Drawing TrailDrink and Draw Chelmsford presents a drawing crawl of someof the lovely Chelmsford landmarks. Booking required.Chelmsford07779 931401. www.chelmsfordcivicsociety.co.uk/heritage-open-days.htmlSPECIAL EVENTS20 Sep Hylands Estate Farmers’ & Crafts MarketOutdoor event with seasonal food and handmade craftsincluding soy wax candles, homemade jewellery and more!Hylands House, Hylands Estate, Chelmsford, CM2 8WQ01245 605500. www.hylandsestate.co.uk07-Nov The East Anglian Winter FairAmazing shopping, great main ring acts, brilliant cookerydemos, Punch and Judy and more! Children under 5 are free.Chelsford City Racecourse, Chelmsford, CM3 1QP01728 685302. www.winterfairs.co.uk31 Oct & 1 Nov Days Out with ThomasTake a train ride behind Thomas, Daisy and Percy and meetToby and Henrietta. Watch re-enactments of Thomas storiesand see Thomas and Friends in our Model Railway displays.East Anglian Railway Museum, Chappel Station, ColchesterCO6 2DS01206 242524. www.earm.co.uk/22 Nov Crafts for ChristmasWith unique, beautifully designed and handcrafted gifts,the Essex Craft Guild fair is the perfect opportunity to purchaseyour Christmas gifts.Hylands House, Hylands Estate, Chelmsford, CM2 8WQ01245 605500. www.hylandsestate.co.ukAUCTIONS & ANTIQUES06-Sep A Summer Antique & Vintage Outdoor MarketAntique and vintage items for sale in picturesque grounds. Arttrail, model village, steam engines and museum. Vintage stylecafé and food stands.Museum of Power, Langford, Maldon, CM9 6QAwww.haddonevents.co.uk/11-Oct Southend Vintage FairVintage fashion, jewellery, furniture, collectables, curios, kitsch,kitchenalia and art. Vintage hair and make up, live music,tearoom and more.Garon Park Southend Leisure & Tennis Centre, Eastern Avenue,Southend on Sea, SS2 4FAwww.haddonevents.co.uk/91