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ALL EVENTS LISTED IN OUR APRIL AND MAY CALENDAR ARE NOW POSITIVE, ONLINE VIRTUAL EVENTS.
If you are holding date specific online events that can help individuals during these challenging times, you are welcome to add these events to the calendar (using the green button below) providing you are a charity or community group and/or the events are free to access.
Please note: The events in Essex featured are all third party events: Healthy Life Essex is not normally directly involved in organising or running any of these events. As events may be cancelled or details changed without us being informed, please always clarify details with the organiser/contact listed. Healthy Life Essex cannot accept responsibility for incorrect information shown on our events listings.
Directory advertisers can add their own ad hoc events free of charge as can most charities. Other events may incur a cost. The directors reserve the right not to accept entries or to make a small charge.
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Weird and Wonderful Wildlife – Abberton Reservori
Want to learn more about all the weird and wonderful wildlife in the world? We will think about the slimiest, the best builders and even some with very odd eating habitats. Afterwards we will go pond dipping to meet a few of the weird creatures living at Abberton. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »Water Play in the Woods – Langdon Nature Reserve
A great event for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. This is a drop-in event in the woodlands at Langdon Nature Reserve where children can enjoy 'messy play' in the water with buckets, making a mud kitchen and more. Old clothes are recommended as is a change of clothing!
Find out more »Family Orienteering – Fingringhoe Wick
Come and explore the Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve using a compass. A great family activity. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This is a drop in event, no need to book. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing for exploring outside.
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Mini rafts – Bedfords Park
Build a mini raft from natural materials and see if it will float or sink! Race your family and friends using a paper straw. This event is recommended 5+ although may be suitable for younger children with more adult support. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking Essential
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