Braintree and Witham Times | What's On https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/ Braintree and Witham Times What's On en-gb Fri, 06 Nov 2026 18:02:55 +0000 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 18:02:55 +0000 https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/rss/terms/ M6 toby.granville@newsquest.co.uk (Toby Granville) webmaster@digitalmedia.newsquest.co.uk (Tim Joy) https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/resources/images/sitelogoalt/?type=rsslogo Braintree and Witham Times | What's On https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/ How one of Essex's biggest fireworks nights is brought to life https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26699712.maldon-fireworks-display-raise-funds-12-charities/?ref=rss Fri, 06 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000 97b755602673f18a53e50ddf40855864 ben.shahrabi@newsquest.co.uk | Ben Shahrabi Popular fast food joint to open at Essex shopping centre https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26707399.slim-chickens-open-lakeside-restaurant-creating-50-jobs/?ref=rss Fri, 06 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000 5844399a191629172fbd138100d2987c matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith 10 magical Stansted Airport Christmas destinations less than £100 https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26705688.stansted-airport-magical-christmas-destinations-100/?ref=rss Fri, 06 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000 536eb374d776c6f841884ac3e78562a8 brandon.penny@newsquest.co.uk | Brandon Penny Why to visit the Essex village home to one of UK's best pubs that's fit for a King https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26704801.village-dedham-great-pub-worth-visit/?ref=rss Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:00:00 +0000 1817f6341a2fccab2ca1a3148a3097cd matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith Historic Essex pub dating back to 1500s snapped up by new owners https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26704902.historic-essex-pub-layer-fox-sold-new-owners/?ref=rss Fri, 06 Nov 2026 10:30:00 +0000 d45fb13cf39706d85f7a44c4e6325740 matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith Big Brother winner's final message to fans as Essex mum bags £100k prize https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26704474.essexs-rochelle-rackham-crowned-big-brother-2026-winner/?ref=rss Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:05:00 +0000 b38c13617c11d40b2d2100adfeb65c49 jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker You Garden offers five roses for £14.95 and three lavenders for £9.97 https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/offers/26685516.roses-lavender-offer-week/?ref=rss Fri, 06 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000 eb485920af130824362778cb679ecf0d lindsey.furby@newsquest.co.uk | Lindsey Furby Queen Elizabeth II’s rare item and King Charles' cushion going to auction next week https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26703324.late-queens-handkerchief-among-royal-collection-auction/?ref=rss Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000 ee5b8219491ed7789e2853cc0c8eeb75 ben.shahrabi@newsquest.co.uk | Ben Shahrabi Essex's hidden gem Harry Potter-themed shop that's perfect for Christmas gifts https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26703447.essex-harry-potter-shop-perfect-christmas-gifts/?ref=rss Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:09:41 +0000 364b2da7662bbda0d17b1695546c00a1 jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker New Primark rival store marks next chapter in 'evolution' of Essex shopping centre https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26703237.lefties-second-uk-store-lakeside-significant-moment/?ref=rss Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000 d1c9f0d491c2a1f1a8a19ab5e12ca586 jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker Kelvedon Indian restaurant applies to sell food and alcohol https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26703091.kelvedon-restaurant-applies-food-alcohol-licence/?ref=rss Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:18:26 +0000 417336e314cad369b001c7c3146bf56f Anne.Suslak@newsquest.co.uk | Anne Suslak Six Essex fireworks events with family entertainment to enjoy on Bonfire Night https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26702710.six-essex-fireworks-events-bonfire-night-november-5/?ref=rss Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:30:00 +0000 3e1fc16eae3bd286ee3a9e2a8ed071bf jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker The little-known Essex village with a Michelin-awarded pub loved by TV chef https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/26701768.essex-village-michelin-awarded-pub-must-visit/?ref=rss Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:45:00 +0000 5dd1dc17e6e2cae80d0f0f4ee228b339 jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker Everything you need to know ahead of Colchester Castle Park fireworks tonight https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26701669.colchester-castle-park-fireworks---need-know/?ref=rss Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000 012c624373a8f9e33cf500015bd31eb5 brandon.penny@newsquest.co.uk | Brandon Penny Channel 4 AXES hit TV show with major Essex links after 'serious allegations' https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26701354.married-first-sight-uk-axed-review-allegations/?ref=rss Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:45:00 +0000 57966a352364b31542ee9332010d95dd matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith Viral burger restaurant chain opening long-awaited Essex restaurant next week https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26701177.smoke-pepper-open-chelmsford-meadows-shopping-centre/?ref=rss Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:15:22 +0000 0c343cd69736c4e6c79af46c412bcc75 jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker Riviera Travel’s latest Black Friday offer goes off with a bang https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/offers/26685177.save-20-riviera-travels-2027-holidays-black-friday-sale/?ref=rss Thu, 05 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000 86ec889eba85f2bacbc86dcc425dbe77 lindsey.furby@newsquest.co.uk | Lindsey Furby Essex weather forecast for Bonfire Night, according to the Met Office https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26700433.essex-set-dry-chilly-bonfire-night-met-office-says/?ref=rss Wed, 04 Nov 2026 20:11:10 +0000 7c0e288d2d204f56976d6cb06778fb63 Mason.Lewsey@newsquest.co.uk | Mason Lewsey Wildlife centre urges residents to check bonfires before lighting them https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26699169.essex-rescue-centre-urges-wildlife-checks-bonfires/?ref=rss Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000 be59570d7dd571448a1bf74549abc186 grace.capel@newsquest.co.uk | Grace Capel Major brand opening first Essex store TOMORROW at Lakeside Shopping Centre https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26698153.lakeside-shopping-centre-lego-store-opening-first-essex/?ref=rss Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:00:00 +0000 500cae048cd9e193d30025e54544ff15 brandon.penny@newsquest.co.uk | Brandon Penny How to get free pints at these Essex pubs this November https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26697221.essex-pubs-offer-free-pints-correct-rugby-predictions/?ref=rss Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:30:00 +0000 efa4b6d0f0f323c7de4e618434640f3a matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith FabFinds has cleaning bundles from £10.99 for a Christmas-ready home https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/offers/26680656.get-christmas-cleaning-bundles-now-fabfinds/?ref=rss Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000 574ee125458083b7c50777f7c2cb3c9d lindsey.furby@newsquest.co.uk | Lindsey Furby The 'lovely' Essex garden centre cafe with an 'excellent' breakfast and pod seating https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26692993.lovely-essex-garden-centre-cafe-excellent-breakfast/?ref=rss Wed, 04 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000 96ac7c21b97dfa7ddb1bde119f84e0b9 emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle Christmas fayre cancelled due to 'low interest' https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26696724.springfield-christmas-fayre-cancelled-due-low-interest/?ref=rss Tue, 03 Nov 2026 22:21:40 +0000 5e24af576f2e4286018a645e6331ab9e brandon.penny@newsquest.co.uk | Brandon Penny Warning issued over venomous fish spotted along Essex coastline https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26694552.weever-fish-warning-beachgoers-along-essex-coastline/?ref=rss Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000 89ac3ee6641e7c7b4980414bc0d1846b brandon.penny@newsquest.co.uk | Brandon Penny Popular Essex garden centre announces packed Christmas line-up for families https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26695680.ongar-garden-centre-unveils-christmas-events-programme/?ref=rss Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000 af297d6a712b95e81772d912a9a01d52 matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith Popular Essex bar announces closure after 16 years https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26695223.popular-essex-bar-cork-house-closes-16-years/?ref=rss Tue, 03 Nov 2026 15:00:00 +0000 4dada392a0f4c3d7f86bd3d67c8db926 matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith Huge 90s pop group to reunite to play massive Essex festival https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26694823.five-headline-chelmsfords-summer-series-2027/?ref=rss Tue, 03 Nov 2026 13:20:00 +0000 17ca6f7d85121bc9591a2a239c3947c5 matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith Plane diverted to popular Stansted destination after 'bomb threat' https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26694016.bomb-threat-plane-popular-stansted-destination/?ref=rss Tue, 03 Nov 2026 11:23:00 +0000 e5c662ffa42b3e885b7389597c440b9f brandon.penny@newsquest.co.uk | Brandon Penny Wentworth Puzzles offers 10% off for National Jigsaw Day https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/offers/26680439.get-10-off-national-jigsaw-day/?ref=rss Tue, 03 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000 23aaba7df15b6646a76b9dbafd02cd97 lindsey.furby@newsquest.co.uk | Lindsey Furby Essex pub visited by King Charles is named among UK's top 20 in new guide https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26692429.sun-inn-dedham-ranked-uks-top-20-2026-guide/?ref=rss Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:02:09 +0000 bb2460b114776235e134e7edcd5d425f jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker Major retailer returning to Essex shopping destination before Christmas https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26691086.next-make-return-braintree-village-christmas/?ref=rss Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:00:00 +0000 170a470479a4201578785ce3c01ea010 jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker Readers ditch online for independent bookshop - owner's excitement at first Christmas https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26669806.independent-essex-bookshop-transform-christmas/?ref=rss Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000 0a09de0862f52841596743d67fb6686e ben.shahrabi@newsquest.co.uk | Ben Shahrabi Warning to Stansted passengers as airline makes MAJOR rule change https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26690264.ryanair-bag-drop-deadline-changes-60-minutes/?ref=rss Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:45:00 +0000 bb3489b4c148cc40ff088f4acaa2921c matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith Global superstar announced as headliner for popular Essex festival https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26688767.shania-twain-headline-state-fayre-2027-festival/?ref=rss Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:00:00 +0000 bce2e5c33ecfaab02f9ed0bc4fbd0b69 matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith Get ready to keeep dancing at Strictly Come Dancing Live in Birmingham https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/offers/26680279.get-ready-keeep-dancing-strictly-come-dancing-live-birmingham/?ref=rss Mon, 02 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000 0a810250399e8e1fb44b524987d7f518 lindsey.furby@newsquest.co.uk | Lindsey Furby 10 Essex pubs currently looking for new owners https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26675806.10-essex-pubs-sale-looking-new-owners/?ref=rss Sun, 01 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000 f07e3835727f314f51feb4bdd089fa80 cameron.poole@newsquest.co.uk | Cameron Poole Iconic Coca-Cola Christmas truck could stop in Essex - if you have your say https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26688337.vote-essex-coca-cola-christmas-truck-stop/?ref=rss Sun, 01 Nov 2026 16:40:56 +0000 97f6e89985a558648f9150d5ecff7202 jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker Why Essex might be England’s most misunderstood county https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26684642.essex-much-famous-stereotypes/?ref=rss Sun, 01 Nov 2026 11:00:00 +0000 bc3f476096fc791bcf74d1b13cee7763 brandon.penny@newsquest.co.uk | Brandon Penny The Essex golf club restaurant named among world's best after TV chef praise https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26687266.essex-indian-restaurant-loved-tv-chef-tripadvisor/?ref=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:12:52 +0000 f6440e6ef5f4351454e91342f1f1d4a4 jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker Charming 'pocket-sized' Essex village named among best places to live in UK https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26680448.manningtree-essex-named-among-best-places-live-uk/?ref=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000 6754be11fd4b89702112d121db630608 brandon.penny@newsquest.co.uk | Brandon Penny From Clacton to Colchester - Banksy's bold and mysterious Essex connections https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/26628870.essex-links-keep-banksy-mystery-alive/?ref=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000 98c6f95cbea6419580bfd79f0c457325 claudia.bradley@newsquest.co.uk | Claudia Bradley Beloved village pub goes on the market for £1 million https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26675994.woodham-ferrers-bell-pub-put-sale-1-million/?ref=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000 cd35ad6a957bd9fbb1f65a0ec5a310e4 ben.shahrabi@newsquest.co.uk | Ben Shahrabi Why this Essex fashion expert wants shoppers to ditch fast fashion https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/26664117.essex-boutique-saying-no-fast-fashion/?ref=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000 80be91485ce90fa2dc79188bf6e9c173 claudia.bradley@newsquest.co.uk | Claudia Bradley The picturesque Essex town hiding a terrifying past that's perfect for Halloween https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26680081.manningtrees-dark-link-essex-witch-persecutions/?ref=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000 0cad1047647c63a62cf55fe6554dd719 matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith The 'creative' Essex restaurant loved by Stacey Solomon raking in rave reviews https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/leisure/26684116.stacey-solomon-loved-essex-restaurant-rave-reviews/?ref=rss Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000 2402276724fa114249819c037317681e jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk | Jessica Day-Parker Olly Murs tickets on sale for Essex homecoming to Lazydays Festival 2027 https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26685804.olly-murs-tickets-sale-huge-essex-homecoming/?ref=rss Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:50:22 +0000 1f554f73eb2853db07a9c94e7d89f28f claudia.bradley@newsquest.co.uk | Claudia Bradley 10 spooky things to do in Essex for this Halloween weekend https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26684915.10-spooky-things-essex-halloween-weekend/?ref=rss Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:30:00 +0000 ce0769d2e48b232171bd8fe875cdc7e9 claudia.bradley@newsquest.co.uk | Claudia Bradley Stansted passengers warned as airport set to close for A MONTH https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26684644.naples-airport-close-month-affecting-stansted-flights/?ref=rss Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:40:00 +0000 e537de65eb382c030818873eee85ed48 matthew.benton-smith@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Benton-Smith Countdown is on for Essex County Christmas Fair in Chelmsford https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/26681256.essex-county-christmas-fair-return-boreham-house/?ref=rss Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0000 415cf9500ca7cd6d4dd020db001fbff3 Anne.Suslak@newsquest.co.uk | Anne Suslak