Bank Holiday in Essex

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Let Essex Tourist Guide help you find something exciting to do or somewhere interesting to visit this Bank holiday weekend.

How about a day trip to one of the many beaches that can be found up and down the Essex coastline? A day at the beach can be lots of fun, especially for families with children. If the weather is on your side why not pack a picnic in the cool box and set off early. Alternatively if you would rather travel light, when hunger sets in visit one of the many pubs and restaurants that can be found in the coastal towns and villages of Essex.

There are also plenty of hotels, guest houses, B&B's and self catering accommodation throughout our county, so maybe a relaxing weekend away would be more to your liking.

Campsites, caravan and holiday parks are also a popular choice when it comes to Bank Holiday weekends away and Essex has a huge variety so you are sure to find one that suits your needs.

Let’s not forget the many tourist attractions, parklands and places of historical interest that can also make for an adventurous day out.

Whatever you decide to do, you are sure to have a great time this Bank Holiday in Essex…

Although not Bank Holidays you will also find events associated St. George's Day and the Chinese New Year etc. within this page.

Where available there are direct links and contact details for the event organisers who we recommend should be contacted directly for further information on any particular event before travelling.
Although accurate at the time of being entered, the information contained within maybe subject to change and as such Essex Tourist Guide does not accept responsibility for any omissions or errors to this content.

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January 2012
April 2012
May 2012
June 2012
August 2012
December 2012

- JANUARY -

- APRIL -
Easter & Summer Tuesdays 2012
School Holiday Fun at Hedingham Castle
Get the children out in the grounds and in the Keep with a wide range of themed fun including activities, quizzes, crafts, teddy bears, fancy dress and boy’s toys.
See website for different theme each Tuesday.
Time: 11am to 4pm
Normal admission rates apply.
Venue: Hedingham Castle, Bayley Street, Castle Hedingham, Essex CO9 3DJ
Website: www.hedinghamcastle.co.uk

Friday 6th April 2012 - 12.30pm to 3.30pm
The Cookery Workshop - Coastalfoods
Demo and Dine
Fish and Shellfish menu finishing with a delicious dessert!
Demonstration - £25 per person
Ashlyns House, 83 Fourth Avenue, Frinton-on-Sea, Essex CO13 9EB
Tel: 07971 100704
Email: coastalfoods@tiscali.co.uk
Website: www.Cookery-Workshop.co.uk

Sunday 8th & Monday 9th April 2012
Jousting with the Knights of Arkely with Food & Craft Fayre at Hedingham Castle
Watch the breathtaking mounted skill at arms from an era of chivalry. Laugh with the jesting rat catcher. Enjoy ‘Have a go’ archery with the Norfolk Longbowman. Watch the remarkable birds of prey flying display. Enjoy a drink in our Castle Inn and browse through the craft and food market.
Time: 10am to 5pm
Admission: Adults £11, Concessions £10, Children £8.50, Family £39
Venue: Hedingham Castle, Bayley Street, Castle Hedingham, Essex CO9 3DJ
Website: www.hedinghamcastle.co.uk

Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd April 2012
St George's Day Weekend at Colchester Zoo
This is a monster weekend at Colchester Zoo. Join us in celebrating our patron Saint as we lay on a host of extra activities for you to enjoy. You can witness a special komodo dragon or crocodile training session, take a mythological train ride, make dragon related crafts in the Discovery Centre, be amazed in the medieval themed bird show or join the jester for some not-so traditional story telling.
Plus there is the hilarious re-telling of “George and the Dragon” at the Displays arena and a chance for any novice knights to have a go at slaying a dragon themselves with our Dragon piñata.
Venue: Colchester Zoo, Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex CO3 0SL
Tel: 01206 331292
Website: www.colchester-zoo.com

Sunday 22nd April 2012
Essex St Georges Family Festival
A fun packed day of fun family entertainment to celebrate everything that is wonderful about our English Country!
Real Ale and Cider Festival - Figures from Historic England - 1970's Classic Cars - Food, Drinks and Crafts - Entertainment - Hog Roast, Butchers BBQ - Classic fairground rides!
560 FREE parking spaces or park and ride from C2C Station at Pitsea!
Time: 10am to 4pm
Admission: FREE!
Venue: Wat Tyler Country Park, Pitsea Hall Lane, Basildon, Essex
Email: stgeorgesdayessex@hotmail.co.uk

- MAY -
Sunday 6th & Monday 7th May 2012
Medieval Battle & May Fayre at Hedingham Castle
Witness the sights and sounds of a time of hand to hand combat. Wander through the living history camp lines and enjoy the medieval craft stalls. Test your skill at the 'Have a go' Archery with our Norfolk Longbowmen and meet the birds of Prey. Splendour at the remarkable presence of the 110ft Norman keep whilst enjoying a drink at the Castle Inn.
Time: 10am to 5pm
Admission: Adults £10, Concessions £9, Children £8, Family £36
Venue: Hedingham Castle, Bayley Street, Castle Hedingham, Essex CO9 3DJ
Website: www.hedinghamcastle.co.uk

- JUNE -
Sunday 3rd & Monday 4th June 2012
Jousting with The Knights of Royal England and Food & Craft Market at Hedingham Castle
Watch the breathtaking mounted skill at arms from an era of chivalry. Laugh with the jesting rat catcher. Enjoy ‘Have a go’ archery with the Norfolk Longbowman. Watch the remarkable birds of prey flying display. Enjoy a drink in our Castle Inn and browse through the craft and food market.
Time: 10am to 5pm
Admission: Adults £11, Concessions £10, Children £8.50, Family £39
Venue: Hedingham Castle, Bayley Street, Castle Hedingham, Essex CO9 3DJ
Website: www.hedinghamcastle.co.uk

- AUGUST -
Sunday 26th August 2012
Essex Dog Day
Essex Dog Day is for dog owners, enthusiasts or just families looking for a great day out.
Come along with your dog or just to enjoy the fun and the spectacle!
Time: 10am to 5pm
Admission: Adult £6, Child (4 - 16 years of age) £4, Concessions £4, Family £16 (Car parking is free!)
Venue: Crix, Main Road, Hatfield Peverel, Essex CM3 2EU
Directions: From the A12 take the Hatfield Peverel turning; if coming from Chelmsford direction turn right, if from Colchester direction go all the way through Hatfield Peverel. Then Crix is a quarter of a mile on the left.
Website: www.essexdogday.co.uk

Sunday 26th & Monday 27th August 2012
Jousting with The Knights of Royal England and Food & Craft Market at Hedingham Castle
Watch the breathtaking mounted skill at arms from an era of chivalry. Laugh with the jesting rat catcher. Enjoy ‘Have a go’ archery with the Norfolk Longbowman. Watch the remarkable birds of prey flying display. Enjoy a drink in our Castle Inn and browse through the craft and food market.
Time: 10am to 5pm
Admission: Adults £11, Concessions £10, Children £8.50, Family £39
Venue: Hedingham Castle, Bayley Street, Castle Hedingham, Essex CO9 3DJ
Website: www.hedinghamcastle.co.uk

- DECEMBER -
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