Exciting and exotic Flemish and Spanish polyphony by candlelight

Candlelit concert: Prophets and Sibyls – Colchester Chamber Choir

Our candlelit concert in January is a feast of stunningly beautiful Flemish and Spanish polyphony featuring Lassus’ remarkable settings of texts by pagan sibyls foretelling the birth of Christ.  As exotic as the sibyls themselves, the music is unlike anything else from the period, with many harmonic surprises.  These motets will be interspersed with settings...

Annual Fireworks Display

Fireworks Night

Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with fun, food, and fireworks at this year's PTA Fireworks Night! Whether you're coming with friends, family, or classmates, it's the perfect way to celebrate community spirit and enjoy a dazzling display under the night sky.

Annual Fireworks Display

Fireworks Display – 2023

The annual St Peter’s Fireworks Display will this year be on Saturday 4th November. There will be a bar, BBQ, a tuck stall and glow sticks. Tickets will be priced as follows: In advance Adult: £7.50 Child: £4 Family (2 adults, 2 children): £20 On the door (subject to availability): Adult: £10 Child: £5 You...

Photography workshop using the surroundings of the Arboretum

Autumn Photography Workshop

“Autumn carries more gold in its pocket than all the other seasons.” Albert Camus. This photography workshop is all about capturing the glorious colours of autumn at Markshall Estate. We start by talking about light: angles, intensity and contrast; how to make the most of them and how – when appropriate – to control them....

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