The Essex Elves are back! Competitions, Twixmas treats and celebrations

Christmas is just around the corner! Make sure you check out our what’s on guide for events taking place over the festive period, Twixmas ideas and New Year celebrations. Plus, the Essex Elves are back with some amazing prizes up for grabs!

The Visit Essex Team

Any plans for Twixmas?
Twixmas – the period in between Christmas and New Year – is the perfect time to recuperate, stretch those legs and make memories with your loved ones.

Wrap up warm and venture out along the Essex Coast or take the opportunity to explore the stunning Co nstable country. Find more winter walk ideas here.
Burn off that extra energy with the kids at Colchester Castle, or Sealife Adventure in Southend provides another great day out whatever the weather.
Shop the Boxing Day sales and grab yourself a bargain at Lakeside Shopping Centre. Their Christmas Destination at Lakeside attraction is also open until 5 January – enjoy ice skating, rides, and great food and drink.
Enjoy a Boxing Day meal out at The Rayleigh Arms or Stoke-by-Nayland Resort – there’s no need to worry about the washing up!

With so much on offer in Essex, there really is no excuse to stay at home this Twixmas.
Discover Twixmas inspiration here.

Champagne and canapés to ring in 2025!

It’s almost time to say goodbye to 2024, and hello to 2025! There’s so much to do on New Year’s Eve in Essex, from meals out to exciting party nights and events. Whatever you choose to do, you’re guaranteed to celebrate the New Year in style.

Read our latest blog for ways to spend your New Year’s Eve in our beautiful county.

Celebrate with Mowgli Chelmsford’s Christmas feasting menu…

Enjoy bubbles or beer upon arrival, before heading to your table to enjoy a feast of flavours. Indulge in Mowgli chat bombs, street chat & meats, towering tiffins of meat and veg curries with rice to share. Bookending the feast is indulgence or pallet cleansing – choose from the Mowgli chocolate brownies, served warm with ice cream, or refreshing mango sorbet ice cream cones. The Mowgli Chelmsford Christmas feasting menu runs 4 November 2024 – 5 January 2025 and is just £35 per person.

Book your table now via email or call 01245 377630 and let Mowgli take care of the rest.

Introducing the Colchester Castle Summer Series!
It’s never too early to start thinking about your 2025 plans. Next summer, Colchester Castle Park will host the biggest concert series in the city’s history – the Colchester Castle Summer Series! So far, they’ve announced six massive acts: ska legends Madness, pop-punk icons Busted, chart-topper Craig David, reggae pioneers UB40 featuring Ali Campbell, Scottish favourites Texas, and indie rock heroes James.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable open-air experience, set against the stunning backdrop of Colchester Castle Park. Tickets are on sale now and would make brilliant Christmas pressie for a loved one.

Find out more.

Look out for the #EssexElves for your chance to WIN!
The Visit Essex Christmas competiton is back! In the run up to Christmas we have collaborated with Essex businesses to give away some amazing prizes. This week you have the chance to win tickets to Santa’s Magical Grotto at Romford Shopping Hall.

Head to our website to find out more, or follow us on Facebook and Instagram @visitessex. Good luck!

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