View our upcoming events for May 2012
Sat 5th May 2012 10:00-17:00 Plant Sale Come along to Thorndon Countryside Centre for our plant sale. CM13 3RZ. For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Thorndon Countryside Visitor Centre Sun 6th May 2012 10:00-17:00 Plant Sale Come along to Thorndon Countryside Centre for our plant sale. CM13 3RZ. For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Thorndon Countryside Visitor Centre Mon 7th May 2012 10:00-17:00 Plant Sale Come along to Thorndon Countryside Centre for our plant sale. CM13 3RZ. For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Thorndon Countryside Visitor Centre 10:00-16:00 Plant Sale 7th May 2012 The Chelmsford local group will be here in the centre selling a wide selection of plants at low prices. Teas and home made cakes. Normal entry donation of £2 per adult, £1 per child. Thu 10th May 2012 10:00-16:00 Book sale 5 come and find a bargin. free event Sat 19th May 2012 10:00-16:00 Optics Day May 2 Are you just starting out in birdwatching and don't know where to begin, looking to upgrade those old binoculars or thinking about getting your first telescope? Come along to Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre on an Optics Day and let our friendly Optics Team help and advise you. Our range of binoculars, telescopes, tripods and accessories, carefully selected for quality, price and value for money, will be on display so you can try before you buy. Includes Opticron and Hawke. Special offers and secondhand available. All profits go to EWT to support our conservation work around the county. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre 10:00-15:00 Plant Sale Weekend Plants for sale all weekend and advice on wildlife gardening.
Sun 20th May 2012 11:00-16:00 Optics Day 20th May 2012 Come and look at our range of binoculars, telescopes, eyepieces, tripods and accessories and David Bailes will be on hand to give you the advice you need to choose the ideal optics for you. Fri 25th May 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Sat 26th May 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Sun 27th May 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Mon 28th May 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Tue 29th May 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Wed 30th May 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Thu 31st May 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Fri 1st Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Sat 2nd Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Sun 3rd Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. 10:00-16:00 Optics Day Jun 1 Are you just starting out in birdwatching and don't know where to begin, looking to upgrade those old binoculars or thinking about getting your first telescope? Come along to Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre on an Optics Day and let our friendly Optics Team help and advise you. Our range of binoculars, telescopes, tripods and accessories, carefully selected for quality, price and value for money, will be on display so you can try before you buy. Includes Opticron and Hawke. Special offers and secondhand available. All profits go to EWT to support our conservation work around the county. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre Mon 4th Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Tue 5th Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Wed 6th Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Thu 7th Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Fri 8th Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Sat 9th Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Sun 10th Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Phil Johnstone Phil Johnstone will be exhibiting pictures of butterflies made from different media such as bits of beer cans and paint charts etc. Sat 16th Jun 2012 10:00-16:00 Optics Day Jun 2 Are you just starting out in birdwatching and don't know where to begin, looking to upgrade those old binoculars or thinking about getting your first telescope? Come along to Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre on an Optics Day and let our friendly Optics Team help and advise you. Our range of binoculars, telescopes, tripods and accessories, carefully selected for quality, price and value for money, will be on display so you can try before you buy. Includes Opticron and Hawke. Special offers and secondhand available. All profits go to EWT to support our conservation work around the county. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre Sun 24th Jun 2012 11:00-16:00 Junk to Jewels!! As it is National Recycling Week 18th - 24th June, we have decided to run a tabletop sale so you can bring along your unwanted items and sell them inside or outside of the visitor centre. Limited indoor space - first booked, first reserved. Your junk could be someone else's treasure! £5 per pitch payable in advance and a donation to Essex Wildlife Trust from your takings would be appreciated, 1 table space per person. NO TRADE. Please call the centre for more information and to book. Mon 25th Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Jenny Samuels To coincide with National Insect Week we are exhibiting the work of local artist and printmaker Jenny Samuels. She is inspired by entomology and its ecological importance and diversity. Her imaginative use of printmaking techniques, combined with her detailed observations of the wildlife and landscape around her have produced some unique and original artwork for you to enjoy. Normal Entrance Donation. Tue 26th Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Jenny Samuels To coincide with National Insect Week we are exhibiting the work of local artist and printmaker Jenny Samuels. She is inspired by entomology and its ecological importance and diversity. Her imaginative use of printmaking techniques, combined with her detailed observations of the wildlife and landscape around her have produced some unique and original artwork for you to enjoy. Normal Entrance Donation. Wed 27th Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Jenny Samuels To coincide with National Insect Week we are exhibiting the work of local artist and printmaker Jenny Samuels. She is inspired by entomology and its ecological importance and diversity. Her imaginative use of printmaking techniques, combined with her detailed observations of the wildlife and landscape around her have produced some unique and original artwork for you to enjoy. Normal Entrance Donation. Thu 28th Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Jenny Samuels To coincide with National Insect Week we are exhibiting the work of local artist and printmaker Jenny Samuels. She is inspired by entomology and its ecological importance and diversity. Her imaginative use of printmaking techniques, combined with her detailed observations of the wildlife and landscape around her have produced some unique and original artwork for you to enjoy. Normal Entrance Donation. Fri 29th Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Jenny Samuels To coincide with National Insect Week we are exhibiting the work of local artist and printmaker Jenny Samuels. She is inspired by entomology and its ecological importance and diversity. Her imaginative use of printmaking techniques, combined with her detailed observations of the wildlife and landscape around her have produced some unique and original artwork for you to enjoy. Normal Entrance Donation. Sat 30th Jun 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Jenny Samuels To coincide with National Insect Week we are exhibiting the work of local artist and printmaker Jenny Samuels. She is inspired by entomology and its ecological importance and diversity. Her imaginative use of printmaking techniques, combined with her detailed observations of the wildlife and landscape around her have produced some unique and original artwork for you to enjoy. Normal Entrance Donation. 10:30-12:30 Seed and Produce Swap If you grow your own and get excess produce, seeds or plants come along and swap for something on the swap table. Donation welcome if you have nothing to swap. Location Bedfords Park Visitor Centre Sun 1st Jul 2012 9:00-17:00 Art Exhibition by Jenny Samuels To coincide with National Insect Week we are exhibiting the work of local artist and printmaker Jenny Samuels. She is inspired by entomology and its ecological importance and diversity. Her imaginative use of printmaking techniques, combined with her detailed observations of the wildlife and landscape around her have produced some unique and original artwork for you to enjoy. Normal Entrance Donation. Sat 7th Jul 2012 9:00-17:00 Photographic Exhibition by Andy Webb Andy Webb will be back exhibiting his amazing wildlife photographs in the centre over the weekend. There is also a chance to buy if you see one you like! Sun 8th Jul 2012 9:00-17:00 Photographic Exhibition by Andy Webb Andy Webb will be back exhibiting his amazing wildlife photographs in the centre over the weekend. There is also a chance to buy if you see one you like! 9:30-17:00 Art Exhibition A well established showcase for local talent featuring prominent local artists. Pictures for sale from £20 to £1800! Sat 14th Jul 2012 11:00-16:00 Optics Day Come and look at our range of binoculars, telescopes, eyepieces, tripods and accessories and David Bailes will be on hand to give you the advice you need to choose the ideal optics for you. Sat 28th Jul 2012 10:30-12:30 Seed and Produce Swap July If you grow your own and get excess produce, seeds or plants come along and swap for something on the swap table. Donation welcome if you have nothing to swap. Location Bedfords Park Visitor Centre Sat 11th Aug 2012 10:00-17:00 Book sale 2 Free event Sun 12th Aug 2012 10:00-16:00 Book Sale 3 Free event Sat 25th Aug 2012 10:30-12:30 Seed and Produce Swap August If you grow your own and get excess produce, seeds or plants come along and swap for something on the swap table. Donation welcome if you have nothing to swap. Location Bedfords Park Visitor Centre Sun 9th Sep 2012 11:00-16:00 Optics Day Sun 9th Sept Come and look at our range of binoculars, telescopes, eyepieces, tripods and accessories and David Bailes will be on hand to give you the advice you need to choose the ideal optics for you. Sun 14th Oct 2012 10:00-16:00 Autumn Apple Fayre Join us at the visitor centre for all things autumn, there will be craft tables, local apples and juice to buy, and childrens activities too. Free event but donations requested for some activities. Location Bedfords Park Visitor Centre Sat 17th Nov 2012 11:00-16:00 Optics Day Sat 17th Nov Come and look at our range of binoculars, telescopes, eyepieces, tripods and accessories and David Bailes will be on hand to give you the advice you need to choose the ideal optics for you. Sat 24th Nov 2012 9:00-17:00 Photographic Exhibition by Andy Webb Andy Webb will be back exhibiting his amazing wildlife photographs in the centre over the weekend. There is also a chance to buy if you see one you like! Sun 25th Nov 2012 9:00-17:00 Photographic Exhibition by Andy Webb Andy Webb will be back exhibiting his amazing wildlife photographs in the centre over the weekend. There is also a chance to buy if you see one you like! Sun 2nd Dec 2012 11:00-16:00 Optics Day Sun 2nd Dec Come and look at our range of binoculars, telescopes, eyepieces, tripods and accessories and David Bailes will be on hand to give you the advice you need to choose the ideal optics for you. Ideal Christmas gift! Sun 16th Dec 2012 10:00-16:00 Christmas Celebration Event Join us for traditional christmas wreath making, childrens craft activities, craft sales tables, mulled punch, mince pies and more. Free event but donation for some activities requested. Mon 24th Dec 2012 10:00-14:00 Christmas Eve Crafts Join in with a christmas craft if you are visiting the centre today! Location Bedfords Park Visitor Centre |