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Talk: Make do and mend

Posted on 02 Jun 202602 Jun 2026 by Editor

Wednesday, 10th June 2026 — 7pm for 7.30pm // Join the Stambourne Ladies Group for an evening all on the art of reusing, recreating and restyling your wardrobe with Amanda Sutherland. For over 10 years, Amanda Sutherland has entertained audiences with engaging talks on fashion, costume, crafts and creative business. Delivered with humour and enthusiasm, her presentations are i...

Knit & Natter Club

Posted on 01 Jun 202602 Jun 2026 by Editor

Every Thursday — 5pm - 7pm // THE Stambourne Knitting group - Get crafty with knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, quilting and more! Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome to Stitch & Bitch with us! Get crafty with knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, quilting and more! Stambourne Knittin...

Waste & recycling changes for 2026-27

Posted on 01 Jun 202602 Jun 2026 by Editor

Changes to Waste and Recycling Collections in Stambourne for 2026/27 Updated collections, clearer recycling rules, and a few new services coming to our village New collection calendar » Check the new collection calendar carefully, especially around bank holidays when collection days may change. Braintree District Council has introduced some ...

Stambourne Charity Tractor Road Run 2026

Posted on 26 May 202626 May 2026 by Editor

Sunday, 31st May 2026 - 10am // Stambourne Charity Tractor Run, raising money for Help for Heroes. Craft fair and classic car/tractor show. Run to start at 10am. Start and finish at Stambourne Playing Field. £10 a tractor (places are limited). We would love you to part up your tractors after as part of our small tractor/car display. To get your place and your booking form, con...

Talk: Britain’s Butterflies in a Changing Environment

Posted on 28 Apr 202628 Apr 2026 by Editor

Thursday, 28th May 2026 — 7.15pm // Essex Wildlife Trust (Braintree group) presents Annual General Meeting followed by "Britain’s Butterflies in a Changing Environment". Join Dr Ian Bedford to learn more about our local butterflies and how we can help them in our gardens. Essex Wildlife Trust Braintree Group: Annual General Meeting followed by Britain’s Butterflies in a C...

Create: Art with Debbie

Posted on 18 Apr 202602 Jun 2026 by Editor

Wednesday, 13th May 2026 — 7pm for 7.30pm // Whether you’re a complete beginner or simply looking to unwind and get creative, come along to experiment, have fun and leave with something uniquely your own. As usual, the evening will be a great opportunity to make new friends or meet up with old ones, over chats, laughs and delicious food. Join the Stambourne Ladies Group for a ...

Talk: The Wonderful World of Wasps

Posted on 17 Apr 202628 Apr 2026 by Editor

Thursday, 9th April 2026 — 7.30pm // Essex Wildlife Trust (Braintree group) presents "The Wonderful World of Wasps" — an illustrated talk by Adrian Knowles on the full spectrum of wasps we have living here in the UK. Essex Wildlife Trust Braintree Group: The Wonderful World of Wasps The Wonderful World of Wasps — an illustrated talk by Adrian Knowles on the full spectr...