<?xml version="1.0"?>
<rss xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">
  <channel>
    <title>Braintree and Witham Times | Arts, talks and events</title>
    <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/arts_talks_events/</link>
    <description>Braintree and Witham Times Arts, talks and events</description>
    <language>en-gb</language>
    <pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 16:52:42 +0000</pubDate>
    <lastBuildDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 16:52:42 +0000</lastBuildDate>
    <docs>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/rss/terms/</docs>
    <generator>M6</generator>
    <managingEditor>toby.granville@newsquest.co.uk (Toby Granville)</managingEditor>
    <webMaster>webmaster@digitalmedia.newsquest.co.uk (Tim Joy)</webMaster>
    <image>
        <url>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/sitelogoalt/?type=rsslogo</url>
        <title>Braintree and Witham Times | Arts, talks and events</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/arts_talks_events/</link>
    </image>

    <atom:link href="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/arts_talks_events/rss/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" />
<item>
        <title>Big Brother winner's final message to fans as Essex mum bags £100k prize</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26704474.essexs-rochelle-rackham-crowned-big-brother-2026-winner/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Essex housewife Rochelle Rackham wins Big Brother 2026 and £100,000 on November 5, becoming the show's oldest female winner despite boos and recount calls.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Essex housewife Rochelle Rackham wins Big Brother 2026 and £100,000 on November 5, becoming the show's oldest female winner despite boos and recount calls.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21678028/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21678028/" />
    

        <pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:05:00 +0000</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">b38c13617c11d40b2d2100adfeb65c49</guid>
        
        <author>jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>The little-known Essex village with a Michelin-awarded pub loved by TV chef</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/26701768.essex-village-michelin-awarded-pub-must-visit/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[It may have missed this year's best-places-to-live guide, but this little-known village has a Michelin-recognised pub and Essex's widest medieval nave.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[It may have missed this year's best-places-to-live guide, but this little-known village has a Michelin-recognised pub and Essex's widest medieval nave.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21674110/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21674110/" />
    

        <pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:45:00 +0000</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">5dd1dc17e6e2cae80d0f0f4ee228b339</guid>
        
        <author>jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Channel 4 AXES hit TV show with major Essex links after 'serious allegations'</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26701354.married-first-sight-uk-axed-review-allegations/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Channel 4 axes Essex-linked Married At First Sight UK after 10 years, following reviews into serious rape and sexual misconduct allegations involving cast members.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Channel 4 axes Essex-linked Married At First Sight UK after 10 years, following reviews into serious rape and sexual misconduct allegations involving cast members.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/13143598/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/13143598/" />
    

        <pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:45:00 +0000</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">57966a352364b31542ee9332010d95dd</guid>
        
        <author>matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Huge 90s pop group to reunite to play massive Essex festival</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26694823.five-headline-chelmsfords-summer-series-2027/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[FIVE will headline Chelmsford Summer Series at Central Park on Friday, August 27, 2027, marking 30 years since forming. Pre-sale tickets launch at 10am November 10.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[FIVE will headline Chelmsford Summer Series at Central Park on Friday, August 27, 2027, marking 30 years since forming. Pre-sale tickets launch at 10am November 10.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/20945597/?type=app&amp;htype=61" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/20945597/" />
    

        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 13:20:00 +0000</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">17ca6f7d85121bc9591a2a239c3947c5</guid>
        
        <author>matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>From Clacton to Colchester - Banksy's bold and mysterious Essex connections</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/26628870.essex-links-keep-banksy-mystery-alive/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[The latest Banksy exhibition at The Minories in Colchester has people thinking about the elusive street artist's connections to Essex.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[The latest Banksy exhibition at The Minories in Colchester has people thinking about the elusive street artist's connections to Essex.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/18638739/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/18638739/" />
    

        <pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">98c6f95cbea6419580bfd79f0c457325</guid>
        
        <author>claudia.bradley@newsquest.co.uk | Claudia Bradley</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Olly Murs tickets on sale for Essex homecoming to Lazydays Festival 2027</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26685804.olly-murs-tickets-sale-huge-essex-homecoming/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Tickets are on sale for Olly Murs’ huge Essex homecoming as the pop star prepares to perform in Southend for the first time in 16 years.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Tickets are on sale for Olly Murs’ huge Essex homecoming as the pop star prepares to perform in Southend for the first time in 16 years.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/17496026/?type=app&amp;htype=126" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/17496026/" />
    

        <pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:50:22 +0000</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">1f554f73eb2853db07a9c94e7d89f28f</guid>
        
        <author>claudia.bradley@newsquest.co.uk | Claudia Bradley</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Major Essex attraction to transform into winter wonderland with light trail</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26678337.hedingham-castle-christmas-illuminated-trail-announced/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Hedingham Castle unveils The Knight Before Christmas, a festive Essex event with theatre, lights and soundscapes running from December 6 to 20.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Hedingham Castle unveils The Knight Before Christmas, a festive Essex event with theatre, lights and soundscapes running from December 6 to 20.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21642469/?type=app&amp;htype=280" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21642469/" />
    

        <pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:59:58 +0000</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">b5ac8e787f84811379b7c76b68a51ed0</guid>
        
        <author>grace.capel@newsquest.co.uk | Grace Capel</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>TOWIE spin-offs announced for next month - what you need to know</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26675472.towie-spin-offs-follow-jordan-brook-amy-childs/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[TOWIE spin-offs Jordan &amp; Sophie: A TOWIE Baby and Amy Childs: A TOWIE Wedding will air in November on TV, covering parenthood, fertility and a wedding.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[TOWIE spin-offs Jordan &amp; Sophie: A TOWIE Baby and Amy Childs: A TOWIE Wedding will air in November on TV, covering parenthood, fertility and a wedding.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21638700/?type=app&amp;htype=502" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21638700/" />
    

        <pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">34015084cde233c4b96c8796e113b08d</guid>
        
        <author>cameron.poole@newsquest.co.uk | Cameron Poole</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Discover the spectacular English Heritage gem just 1 hour from Essex</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26670143.gorgeous-english-heritage-gem-1-hour-essex/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Discover Kenwood House and Gardens, an English Heritage gem with art, historic rooms, parkland and free pre-booked entry for families.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Discover Kenwood House and Gardens, an English Heritage gem with art, historic rooms, parkland and free pre-booked entry for families.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/19490463/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/19490463/" />
    

        <pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">9f83f989be6acaf4814edda71edf28aa</guid>
        
        <author>emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Channel 4 'axes' star-studded show backed by a Hollywood legend</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/national/uk-today/26673398.channel-4-axes-diy-show-backed-reese-witherspoon/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Channel 4 reportedly axes Renovation Rescue, backed by Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine, amid UK broadcasters’ rethink of home makeover shows.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Channel 4 reportedly axes Renovation Rescue, backed by Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine, amid UK broadcasters’ rethink of home makeover shows.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21635821/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21635821/" />
    

        <pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:25:02 +0000</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">70d1c287604ceebb70610c5cc481dc5b</guid>
        
        <author>emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Popular attraction CLOSED due to 'significant damage' amid strong winds</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26667890.chelmsford-farm-closed-day-due-significant-damage/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Marsh Farm has been closed today after significant damage caused due to strong winds.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Marsh Farm has been closed today after significant damage caused due to strong winds.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21627892/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21627892/" />
    

        <pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:21:58 +0000</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">22a027223b047d42db9411850311bcbe</guid>
        
        <author>brandon.penny@newsquest.co.uk | Brandon Penny</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>From tent to theatre: The Great British Bake Off Musical rises in Witham</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26652099.great-british-bake-off-musical-hits-witham-stage/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Set with the iconic white tent, colourful contestants and nail-biting eliminations, one of Britain’s most beloved TV shows is heading to the stage in Witham.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Set with the iconic white tent, colourful contestants and nail-biting eliminations, one of Britain’s most beloved TV shows is heading to the stage in Witham.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21605613/?type=app&amp;htype=184" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21605613/" />
    

        <pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">0ee2afbdab69956d7726c47f7d1ce256</guid>
        
        <author>claudia.bradley@newsquest.co.uk | Claudia Bradley</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Chelmsford care home residents enjoy board games with local schoolchildren</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/26651899.chelmsford-care-home-residents-play-board-games-pupils/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Care UK’s Manor Lodge care home in Chelmsford welcomed St Michael’s Junior School pupils for board games and an intergenerational Archie Project event.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Care UK’s Manor Lodge care home in Chelmsford welcomed St Michael’s Junior School pupils for board games and an intergenerational Archie Project event.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21605069/?type=app&amp;htype=147" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21605069/" />
    

        <pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">90da0aab57d0d03bba32da28fd80b664</guid>
        
        <author>Halle.Groves@newsquest.co.uk | Halle Groves</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>The James Bond favourite with a surprising Essex connection you may not know about</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26664169.james-bond-favourite-surprising-essex-connection/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Chelmsford-born Jack Lowden is reportedly the favourite to replace Daniel Craig as James Bond.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Chelmsford-born Jack Lowden is reportedly the favourite to replace Daniel Craig as James Bond.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21622753/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21622753/" />
    

        <pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">34d0d5219d8adde7f24822c3419dd554</guid>
        
        <author>emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Much-loved BBC TV presenter to step down after 35 years</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26662900.look-east-presenter-susie-fowler-watt-leaves-35-years/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[BBC Look East presenter Susie Fowler-Watt is leaving after 35 years, with her final bulletin on December 18, as she pursues a career in psychotherapy.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[BBC Look East presenter Susie Fowler-Watt is leaving after 35 years, with her final bulletin on December 18, as she pursues a career in psychotherapy.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21620729/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21620729/" />
    

        <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 08:25:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">aa2b64923f9932a29013529916245855</guid>
        
        <author>matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Iconic Radio Caroline ship to leave Essex for first time in 22 years</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26658347.radio-carolines-ross-revenge-leave-essex-repairs/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Radio Caroline’s pirate radio ship Ross Revenge will leave Essex’s Blackwater Estuary for Hull in February 2027 for vital structural repairs]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Radio Caroline’s pirate radio ship Ross Revenge will leave Essex’s Blackwater Estuary for Hull in February 2027 for vital structural repairs]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21614037/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21614037/" />
    

        <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">a7fc3a7c9323ed5737b8b43e61801036</guid>
        
        <author>ben.shahrabi@newsquest.co.uk | Ben Shahrabi</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>'If I lose one game then I’m done' - Luke Littler on new Netflix show</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26647944.essex-brothers-face-luke-littler-501-000-prize/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Contestants will face darts star Luke Littler in Netflix's Beat Luke Littler, competing for £501,000 in a live show hosted by Gary Lineker and Richard Osman.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Contestants will face darts star Luke Littler in Netflix's Beat Luke Littler, competing for £501,000 in a live show hosted by Gary Lineker and Richard Osman.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/20376501/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/20376501/" />
    

        <pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">a378eb3140d6e338fa84f0104300e1a3</guid>
        
        <author>matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Essex garden centre reveals November Christmas events programme</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26624234.hilltop-garden-centre-reveals-christmas-events-november/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[A Weeley garden centre has announced its Christmas events, including Santa’s grotto and creative workshops.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[A Weeley garden centre has announced its Christmas events, including Santa’s grotto and creative workshops.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21561857/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21561857/" />
    

        <pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">0e3eab9c8171d5618faac698cd392ffb</guid>
        
        <author>grace.capel@newsquest.co.uk | Grace Capel</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Who is Banksy? Mystery, mischief and masterpieces come to Colchester</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/26628012.banksy-mystery-comes-life-colchester-exhibition/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[THE mystery of Banksy has fuelled more than two decades of speculation, rumour, and fascination.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[THE mystery of Banksy has fuelled more than two decades of speculation, rumour, and fascination.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21568139/?type=app&amp;htype=101" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21568139/" />
    

        <pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">672e23d2a3d857c2520486253904fe78</guid>
        
        <author>claudia.bradley@newsquest.co.uk | Claudia Bradley</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Essex households could soon need TV licence to watch Netflix and YouTube</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26642660.bbc-licence-fee-may-soon-extended-netflix-youtube/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Essex households could pay a BBC licence fee to stream Netflix and YouTube under proposed Government plans, as charter reforms consider online viewing.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Essex households could pay a BBC licence fee to stream Netflix and YouTube under proposed Government plans, as charter reforms consider online viewing.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/20575142/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/20575142/" />
    

        <pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">b1017e61a8d258f8e0cbd4c480640fc1</guid>
        
        <author>Mason.Lewsey@newsquest.co.uk | Mason Lewsey</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>This legendary DJ and radio host is the latest headliner for Summer Series 2027</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26640284.dj-pete-tong-heading-essex-summer-series-gig/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Pete Tong brings Ibiza Classics to Colchester Castle Summer Series on August 27, 2027, with The Essential Orchestra, Gilles Peterson, Sonique and Todd Terry.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Pete Tong brings Ibiza Classics to Colchester Castle Summer Series on August 27, 2027, with The Essential Orchestra, Gilles Peterson, Sonique and Todd Terry.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21585897/?type=app&amp;htype=1274" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21585897/" />
    

        <pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">ef4fd693b3f1abc087a596a5a6e72eee</guid>
        
        <author>cameron.poole@newsquest.co.uk | Cameron Poole</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Simon Cowell's job at threat on Britain's Got Talent as replacement steps in</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/national/uk-today/26640819.simon-cowells-head-judge-job-threat-itvs-bgt/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Bradley Walsh praised as Britain's Got Talent guest judge after replacing Simon Cowell at Blackpool auditions alongside Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and KSI.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Bradley Walsh praised as Britain's Got Talent guest judge after replacing Simon Cowell at Blackpool auditions alongside Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and KSI.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21586677/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21586677/" />
    

        <pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:42:01 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">846a154a616fcd8c1a3539385ac4f2f2</guid>
        
        <author>emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Major Banksy exhibition proves Colchester can rival the biggest galleries</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26633428.banksy-exhibition-review-five-stars-colchester-show/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[From the moment visitors enter The Minories in Colchester, it is clear Out of Line: Banksy and the Art of Dissent is not a typical Banksy exhibition.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[From the moment visitors enter The Minories in Colchester, it is clear Out of Line: Banksy and the Art of Dissent is not a typical Banksy exhibition.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21561276/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21561276/" />
    

        <pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">f9247bfbaa16d3bed785f637c7a857d9</guid>
        
        <author>claudia.bradley@newsquest.co.uk | Claudia Bradley</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>How Essex's Mango Panda is helping the next generation of music stars</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/26627367.mango-panda-aims-support-emerging-music-artists/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Halstead’s Mango Panda, linked to Becky Hill and MNEK, is supporting emerging artists through Drop Top Sessions, events and a growing music community.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Halstead’s Mango Panda, linked to Becky Hill and MNEK, is supporting emerging artists through Drop Top Sessions, events and a growing music community.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21567283/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21567283/" />
    

        <pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">fd1b3c021a04a1784f917875881993af</guid>
        
        <author>Halle.Groves@newsquest.co.uk | Halle Groves</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Author Onjali Q. Raúf visits Lift Maltings in Witham to inspire Year 7 pupils</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26633588.author-onjali-q-ra-f-visits-lift-maltings-witham/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Author Onjali Q. Raúf MBE visited Lift Maltings in Witham to celebrate the Year 7 summer reading challenge.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Author Onjali Q. Raúf MBE visited Lift Maltings in Witham to celebrate the Year 7 summer reading challenge.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21576355/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21576355/" />
    

        <pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:45:09 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">101ab8d794cdb9a8afcdb497c91f7046</guid>
        
        <author>Anne.Suslak@newsquest.co.uk | Anne Suslak</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Chess club's winning move is creating new social hub in Great Notley</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26620352.new-chess-club-launches-build-community-great-notley/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[A new chess club in Great Notley is making a move to build a social space for collaboration and connection through a classic game.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[A new chess club in Great Notley is making a move to build a social space for collaboration and connection through a classic game.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21556526/?type=app&amp;htype=557" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21556526/" />
    

        <pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">dd437a11f95cebec0fa4a07574548fb9</guid>
        
        <author>claudia.bradley@newsquest.co.uk | Claudia Bradley</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Exclusive interview: Ronan Keating on coming to Essex, 33 years in music, and Boyzone</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/26622915.ronan-keating-promises-fans-hell-show-essex/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Ronan Keating brings his Just Getting Started World Tour to Colchester’s Lower Castle Park on August 21, 2027, with Blue and Germein Sisters.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Ronan Keating brings his Just Getting Started World Tour to Colchester’s Lower Castle Park on August 21, 2027, with Blue and Germein Sisters.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21470565/?type=app&amp;htype=190" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21470565/" />
    

        <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">075f7a9eb34baf071354fabb47e7888a</guid>
        
        <author>cameron.poole@newsquest.co.uk | Cameron Poole</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Inside the Colchester Banksy exhibition with global debut of new piece</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/26626015.banksy-exhibition-opens-colchesters-minories/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Titled Out of Line: Banksy and the Art of Dissent, the exhibition featured 28 authentic original works]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Titled Out of Line: Banksy and the Art of Dissent, the exhibition featured 28 authentic original works]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21564845/?type=app&amp;htype=329" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21564845/" />
    

        <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 10:36:33 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">0a94ea2e2cd805c6a857099318343041</guid>
        
        <author>halle.groves@newsquest.co.uk | Halle Groves</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Major exhibition of original Banksy artworks on display at Colchester gallery</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26623923.banksy-exhibition-28-original-works-opens-colchester/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[A major Banksy exhibition has come to Colchester, promising visitors a rare, up-close look at the elusive artist’s original work.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[A major Banksy exhibition has come to Colchester, promising visitors a rare, up-close look at the elusive artist’s original work.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21561265/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21561265/" />
    

        <pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">d08b41301721ee6fa0c3411be99bf611</guid>
        
        <author>claudia.bradley@newsquest.co.uk | Claudia Bradley</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Essex TV star meets wrestling legend turned-Hollywood star to promote new movie</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26622607.thomas-skinner-meets-john-cena-promote-matchbox-film/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner meets John Cena as the WWE legend promotes Matchbox: The Movie, now streaming on Apple TV in the UK.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner meets John Cena as the WWE legend promotes Matchbox: The Movie, now streaming on Apple TV in the UK.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/20714221/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/20714221/" />
    

        <pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:33:06 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">dd25668e01c301e3eb19d2cf4408a128</guid>
        
        <author>Mason.Lewsey@newsquest.co.uk | Mason Lewsey</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>TOWIE legend to enter the Big Brother house as celeb guest this week</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26619582.gemma-collins-set-return-big-brother-week/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Gemma Collins is set to return to the ITV2 Big Brother house on Friday as a celebrity guest, 10 years after her memorable Celebrity Big Brother stint.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Gemma Collins is set to return to the ITV2 Big Brother house on Friday as a celebrity guest, 10 years after her memorable Celebrity Big Brother stint.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21440934/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21440934/" />
    

        <pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">9bb10505c6081ec8b7e763eba72fb2d2</guid>
        
        <author>jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>See the spectacular autumn gardens at English Heritage sites and save 25&#37;</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/offers/26598944.see-spectacular-autumn-gardens-english-heritage-sites-save-25/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[As the weather starts to cool, gardens are transitioning into a vibrant colour palette of yellow, orange and brown. It’s a season of wrapping up but with a sense of exploring and if you want to wonder amongst some of the joyous gardens, English Heritage sites are the perfect places to visit.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[As the weather starts to cool, gardens are transitioning into a vibrant colour palette of yellow, orange and brown. It’s a season of wrapping up but with a sense of exploring and if you want to wonder amongst some of the joyous gardens, English Heritage sites are the perfect places to visit.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21525763/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21525763/" />
    

        <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">69298d5c930d2d1e17b5ed3a75644732</guid>
        
        <author>lindsey.furby@newsquest.co.uk | Lindsey Furby</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Hollywood star features in new historical drama about famous Essex story</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26611960.essexs-peasants-revolt-brought-life-the-uprising/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Andrew Garfield stars in The Uprising, Paul Greengrass’s historical drama about Essex’s 1381 Peasants’ Revolt, released nationwide in UK cinemas on October 9.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Andrew Garfield stars in The Uprising, Paul Greengrass’s historical drama about Essex’s 1381 Peasants’ Revolt, released nationwide in UK cinemas on October 9.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21544758/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21544758/" />
    

        <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">7fc4467da00f97d192e3982babe5c6d4</guid>
        
        <author>Mason.Lewsey@newsquest.co.uk | Mason Lewsey</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Katie Price to be handcuffed to Suella Braverman in 'sensational' new Channel 4 show</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/national/uk-today/26609711.channel-4-handcuff-katie-price-suella-braverman-together/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Channel 4's new series Celebrity Handcuffed will see celebrities handcuffed 24/7 to others and viewers can expect episodes to be "full of surprises".]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Channel 4's new series Celebrity Handcuffed will see celebrities handcuffed 24/7 to others and viewers can expect episodes to be "full of surprises".]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21541924/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21541924/" />
    

        <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 07:06:10 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">4fcd17f1ce934c4c187b8958c418f6f4</guid>
        
        <author>katie.collier@newsquest.co.uk | Katie Collier</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Hollywood stars descend on Essex to film chilling new drama</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26608135.new-bbc-ghost-story-starring-martin-freeman-filmed-essex/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[BBC Christmas ghost story The Bride’s Chamber, starring Martin Freeman and Jim Broadbent, was filmed at Essex’s Ingatestone Hall and adapted by Mark Gatiss.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[BBC Christmas ghost story The Bride’s Chamber, starring Martin Freeman and Jim Broadbent, was filmed at Essex’s Ingatestone Hall and adapted by Mark Gatiss.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/20085753/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/20085753/" />
    

        <pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:30:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">99f685af3bee1f77c720a123a5e4b43b</guid>
        
        <author>matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>'It still feels surreal': Former Gogglebox star on life in the spotlight</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/26587324.goggleboxs-lisa-baggs-reflects-unexpected-career/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Dunmow mum Lisa Baggs reveals how lockdown casting on Channel 4’s Gogglebox sparked a new career, growing online presence and red-carpet appearances.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Dunmow mum Lisa Baggs reveals how lockdown casting on Channel 4’s Gogglebox sparked a new career, growing online presence and red-carpet appearances.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21511771/?type=app&amp;htype=216" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21511771/" />
    

        <pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">ad8b0b4bc08e30b02f13f04b35ed0880</guid>
        
        <author>halle.groves@newsquest.co.uk | Halle Groves</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Punk duo The Meffs celebrate number one album and hail their ‘Meff Army’</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26592443.meffs-praise-fans-business-reaches-number-one/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[The Meffs, Essex punk-rock duo Lily Hopkins and Lewis Copsey, celebrate as new album Business reaches number one on the UK Independent Album Breakers Chart.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[The Meffs, Essex punk-rock duo Lily Hopkins and Lewis Copsey, celebrate as new album Business reaches number one on the UK Independent Album Breakers Chart.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21517173/?type=app&amp;htype=63" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21517173/" />
    

        <pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">3d00d57cceeb846eb9e38346ced96541</guid>
        
        <author>cameron.poole@newsquest.co.uk | Cameron Poole</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Essex-born pop star teased as contestant in popular BBC show</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26594761.sam-ryder-teased-bbcs-celebrity-race-across-world/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Essex-born Eurovision star Sam Ryder is tipped to join BBC’s Celebrity Race Across the World, as teaser images fuel speculation about the unconfirmed cast.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Essex-born Eurovision star Sam Ryder is tipped to join BBC’s Celebrity Race Across the World, as teaser images fuel speculation about the unconfirmed cast.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21520294/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21520294/" />
    

        <pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">7a519fe641a92a26c6ca054bc4ebdb3e</guid>
        
        <author>Mason.Lewsey@newsquest.co.uk | Mason Lewsey</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>BBC returns to 750-year-old antiques centre to film Essex episode</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/26593793.bbc-returns-film-fourth-time-essex-antiques-centre/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[A BBC film crew has returned to a popular antiques centre and tearooms for the fourth time to film an upcoming Essex episode.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[A BBC film crew has returned to a popular antiques centre and tearooms for the fourth time to film an upcoming Essex episode.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21519136/?type=app&amp;htype=1192" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21519136/" />
    

        <pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">d488710db6eac17276f6adec57427bda</guid>
        
        <author>halle.groves@newsquest.co.uk | Halle Groves</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Thomas the Tank Engine to visit Essex with unlimited rides and live shows</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26590173.thomas-tank-engine-event-returns-east-anglia/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Families in Essex can meet Thomas the Tank Engine at the East Anglian Railway Museum, with rides and fun activities.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Families in Essex can meet Thomas the Tank Engine at the East Anglian Railway Museum, with rides and fun activities.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21514156/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21514156/" />
    

        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:45:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">0360e75c73c6ef38b323e6aaf0fe6185</guid>
        
        <author>matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Essex pop star announces retirement from touring with final show at Wembley</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26589647.frank-turner-retire-music-wembley-show/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Essex musician Frank Turner will step away from live performances after 28 years, with his 2027 Lost Evenings shows at Wembley set to be his last.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Essex musician Frank Turner will step away from live performances after 28 years, with his 2027 Lost Evenings shows at Wembley set to be his last.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21166434/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21166434/" />
    

        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">39dcabb85628446b3c26612ffcb532ea</guid>
        
        <author>matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Joey Essex announced in line-up for new season of popular TV show</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26587619.joey-essex-scarlett-moffatt-join-cooking-stars/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Joey Essex, Scarlett Moffatt and Karen Hauer among 12 contestants announced for new series of popular TV show.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Joey Essex, Scarlett Moffatt and Karen Hauer among 12 contestants announced for new series of popular TV show.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21510342/?type=app&amp;htype=226" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21510342/" />
    

        <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:01:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">744c9b1026fc75ba80f6376a4d0ca86b</guid>
        
        <author>matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Miss Disco returns to The Institute in Braintree for Halloween Thriller</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26588057.miss-disco-return-braintree-halloween-show/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Seven-piece band Miss Disco is returning to The Institute in Braintree for their annual Halloween Thriller show.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Seven-piece band Miss Disco is returning to The Institute in Braintree for their annual Halloween Thriller show.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21510931/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21510931/" />
    

        <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:04:01 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">523484f2e25bab9812ca71b8dfe2dd1d</guid>
        
        <author>Anne.Suslak@newsquest.co.uk | Anne Suslak</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Essex storyteller walks 400km to challenge county stereotypes</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26563823.essex-storyteller-launch-book-400km-county-walk/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[A storyteller walked 400 kilometres across Essex to challenge the county’s tired stereotypes.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[A storyteller walked 400 kilometres across Essex to challenge the county’s tired stereotypes.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21483689/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21483689/" />
    

        <pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">1c2db942b2418d88103c1c7acc82a6e1</guid>
        
        <author>iman.choksy@newsquest.co.uk | Iman Choksy</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Maldon actor wins top award at North Essex Theatre Guild ceremony</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26570433.maldon-actor-dan-perring-wins-best-supporting-actor/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Maldon Drama Group performer Dan Perring won Best Supporting Actor]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Maldon Drama Group performer Dan Perring won Best Supporting Actor]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21485390/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21485390/" />
    

        <pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">6f5ffb75a8ba7d9631d13b9489dab6d5</guid>
        
        <author>ben.shahrabi@newsquest.co.uk | Ben Shahrabi</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Gemma Collins could be returning to Big Brother house in shock twist</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26577972.gemma-collins-returning-big-brother-twist/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Gemma Collins could be returning to the Big Brother house as part of a popular twist.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Gemma Collins could be returning to the Big Brother house as part of a popular twist.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/20764948/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/20764948/" />
    

        <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:05:45 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">6bfdc005baa391008a419ca2a17fae67</guid>
        
        <author>jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>16-screen cinema applies to be open 24 hours a day</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26576808.cineworld-wants-essex-cinema-open-24-hours-day/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Cineworld Basildon seeks approval for 24-hour film screenings and late-night refreshments at Festival Leisure Park. Comments due by September 23.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Cineworld Basildon seeks approval for 24-hour film screenings and late-night refreshments at Festival Leisure Park. Comments due by September 23.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21494445/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21494445/" />
    

        <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">921503e48ea436437e01ef7074f32172</guid>
        
        <author>brandon.penny@newsquest.co.uk | Brandon Penny</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Life-changing crash fuels Essex dad's mission to educate drivers 30 years on</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/26570286.essex-crash-survivor-releases-memoir-urging-road-safety/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[An Essex man who lost months of his life after a devastating crash at 17 is now using his story to warn young drivers that “one split second can change everything”.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[An Essex man who lost months of his life after a devastating crash at 17 is now using his story to warn young drivers that “one split second can change everything”.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21485698/?type=app&amp;htype=28" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21485698/" />
    

        <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">418cf67428342a3b6b8652a6052ec20e</guid>
        
        <author>halle.groves@newsquest.co.uk | Halle Groves</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Prints signed by world-famous East Anglian artist up for auction next week</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26575557.signed-john-constable-prints-auctioned-colchester/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[SIGNED pictures by a world-famous artist will go under the hammer next week.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[SIGNED pictures by a world-famous artist will go under the hammer next week.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21492544/?type=app&amp;htype=0" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21492544/" />
    

        <pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">d8e10004ab1b9f99ced9502aedae9ec7</guid>
        
        <author>ben.shahrabi@newsquest.co.uk | Ben Shahrabi</author>
        

    </item>


    <item>
        <title>Essex athlete joins Bake Off as new series begins on Channel 4</title>
        <link>https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26575436.essex-athlete-joins-great-british-bake-off-cast/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Essex sprinter Moyinola Odeniran swapped his spikes for a mixing bowl as he joined the latest series of The Great British Bake Off.]]></description>
        <media:description><![CDATA[Essex sprinter Moyinola Odeniran swapped his spikes for a mixing bowl as he joined the latest series of The Great British Bake Off.]]></media:description>

    
        <media:thumbnail url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21492317/?type=app&amp;htype=66" width="360" height="240"/>
        <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/21492317/" />
    

        <pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:58:08 +0100</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">65124f380be92f4c8c83c5fa967d4682</guid>
        
        <author>halle.groves@newsquest.co.uk | Halle Groves</author>
        

    </item>

  </channel>
</rss>