Held at Club Grapevine based in Moulsham School, Brian Close, Chelmsford CM2 9ES

Dance Workshop from Zest.

Held at Club Grapevine based in Moulsham School, Brian Close, Chelmsford CM2 9ES

Bingo - led by volunteers

The Fawlty Towers Comedy Dinner Show by Comedy Dinner Experiences. Starring Grapevine’s very own Simon Jones!  

 Friday 3rd January 2025 at 7:30pm held at The Billericay Theatre.

This is a tribute to the classic comedy series where you will be served a three-course meal with a difference. Hosted by Basil & Sybil Fawlty. And don’t worry about Manuel, he’s from Barcelona.

 The show starts in the bar at 7.30pm. A three course meal is provided.

 Please be aware there can be loud noise, bangs and violence as Manuel will get beaten up, a lot!

 Tickets are £35 per person.

To book contact: info@grapevineessex.org.uk or Vanessa Hellier 07976578868

Transport is available for members if required

Pick up: Chelmsford College CM2 9DE at 6:45pm

This is the GIANT pantomime announcement we’ve all BEAN waiting for!

Starring award-winning television presenter, radio DJ, podcaster and number one best-selling author Rylan as The Spirit of the Beans, together with comedian Aaron James as Silly Simon, Neal Wright as Dame Trot and West End performers Nic Greenshields as Fleshcreep, Toby Miles as Jack Trot and Allana Taylor as Princess Jill.

Doomed to sell his trusty cow, join Jack and his family as they fight to outwit the evil giant, win riches beyond his wildest dreams and the hand of the girl he loves. Expect laughs, music, special effects, magic beans and bundles of audience participation in this giant of a pantomime!

Relaxed Performance

SOLD OUT

Ding, dong, ding, dong, the bells are ringing because Scrooge is coming to the theatre – and he’s meaner and greedier than ever. Bah Humbug!

Is it too late for Scrooge to change his miserly ways? Can a magical midnight visit to Christmases past, present and future help him to discover the true meaning of Christmas?

Charles Dickens’ classic story of ghosts, greed and goodwill will fill our stage with festive magic, music and merriment.

Performed by the Victoria Hall Performing Arts Association, Old Harlow

Wimpole Hall is an impressive 17th century mansion on a large estate featuring parklands, gardens and a rare breeds farm. During the day, the Mansion House will be decorated for Christmas with local choirs singing Christmas carols.

After we’ve explored the house and gardens and fed the pigs at the farm, we’ll leave the estate for an early dinner at a nearby restaurant.

Following our meal, we’ll return to Wimpole for the magnificant after-dark Illuminations trail that brings the estate to life with over a million twinkling lights and seasonal sounds. Street food vendors along the trail will be providing tempting treats such as hot chocolate and toasted marshmallows

Held in the Claret Suite of Chelmsford City Football Club, with live music from The All New Blues and Soul - the UK's leading Blues Brothers Tribute band.

Award presentations, raffle, dancing and a buffet. Get into the Christmas spirit with all your friends at Grapevine. First drink free!

Meet at: Chelmsford City Football Club, Salerno Way, Chelmsford CM1 2EH

Refreshments: Buffet meal provided / bring money for drinks and raffle tickets

Wheelchair access: Fully accessible

Mon 22 Jul - Art and Craft Workshop

Christmas Arts and Crafts

Two games of bowling and supper

Meet at: Rivermead Industrial Estate, North Bishop Hall Lane CM1 1PD

Refreshments: Lunch provided. Money or payment card for drinks/snacks

Fundraising Quiz Night

Held at The Old Chelmsfordians Club

Refreshments: Bring your own snacks and money for drinks/raffle tickets

Wheelchair access: The venue is fully accessible

Tickets can be purchased from
Vanessa Hellier 07976 578868 / Vanessa@grapevineessex.org.uk 

Held at Club Grapevine based in Moulsham School, Brian Close, Chelmsford CM2 9ES

Please pre-book as places are limited

Disco with DJ JO JO and the crew

SOLD OUT

Based on the iconic characters and stories of Dr Seuss, join the infamous Cat in the Hat as he narrates the story of Horton the Elephant, who is ignored by his friends for hearing the teeny tiny people of Whoville in a spec of dust including a who child called JoJo, a little boy with big curiosity and lots of questions.

This is a sensory adapted performance suited to young children and adults with additional needs and disabilities.

Karaoke night

Held at Club Grapevine based in Moulsham School, Brian Close, Chelmsford CM2 9ES

Dance Workshop with Hannah from Zest. Please pre-book as places are limited.

Held at Club Grapevine based in Moulsham School, Brian Close, Chelmsford CM2 9ES

Please pre-book as places are limited

Disco with DJ JO JO and the crew

Charity Bingo Night at Mace Playce -Soft play centre,

Two games of bowling and supper

Meet at: Rivermead Industrial Estate, North Bishop Hall Lane CM1 1PD

Refreshments: Lunch provided. Money or payment card for drinks/snacks

Thu 3 Oct - Only Fools and Horses

APOLOGIES BUT THIS TRIP IS FULLY BOOKED

Stick a pony in your pocket – The Trotters are back and coming to Southend’s Cliffs Pavilion! The smash hit show - direct from London’s West End - features Del Boy, Rodney, Grandad, Cassandra, Raquel and all your favourites. With the beloved theme tune from Chas & Dave and many new songs, we’re guaranteed to have a right ol’ knees-up! Only a 42 carat PLONKER would miss it!

Pick up: Chelmsford College CM2 9DE

Refreshments: Packed lunch / Money or payment card for drinks/souvenirs

Wheelchair access: Fully accessible but walking transfer necessary

Held at Club Grapevine based in Moulsham School, Brian Close, Chelmsford CM2 9ES

Bingo - hosted by Karen and led by members

Reptiles Etc are coming to show us some animals and reptiles.

Held at Club Grapevine based in Moulsham School, Brian Close, Chelmsford CM2 9ES

Quiz with Tom

Held at Club Grapevine based in Moulsham School, Brian Close, Chelmsford CM2 9ES

Dance Workshop with Hannah from Zest. Please pre-book as places are limited.

Fri 16 Aug - Leeds Castle

Leeds Castle in Kent, has been called the “loveliest castle in the world”. Listed in the Domesday Book, this castle has been a Norman stronghold, a royal residence and a royal palace. Its situation is stunning, set on two islands in a large lake. There is also a bird of prey centre and a maze to explore within the magnificent gardens.

Pick up: Chelmsford College CM2 9DE

Refreshments: Packed lunch / Money or payment card for drinks/souvenirs

Wheelchair access: Partially accessible but regrettably there is no room on the minibus for wheelchairs

Fri 9 Aug - The Curve Aqua Park / Pub Lunch

The Curve is a giant inflatable obstacle course on Mill Dam Lake in St Osyth. Have fun and get very wet trying to stay upright! Not suitable for non-swimmers. Kayaking and Tubing is also available. We’ll have lunch at the Red Lion in the village afterwards.

Pick up: Chelmsford College CM2 9DE Refreshments: Lunch provided. Money or payment card for drinks/snacks

Wheelchair access: Fully accessible but regrettably there is no room on the minibus for wheelchairs

Thu 8 Aug - Jewellery Making Workshop

Explore your creativity in our workshop making beautiful items to take home. We’ll be making named bracelets and wristbands suitable for both male and female participants.

Meet at: North Avenue Christian Centre, 7 North Ave, Chelmsford CM1 2AL

Refreshments: Drinks included

Wheelchair access: Fully accessible

Wed 7 Aug - Woburn Safari Park

APOLOGIES BUT THIS TRIP IS FULLY BOOKED

We’ll start our adventure with a Road Safari drive through sweeping parkland reserves, where we'll see wonderful wild animals with the freedom to roam in acres and acres of beautiful countryside. The route finishes up in the Foot Safari where we can walk around and visit smaller mammals and watch fascinating keeper talks and demonstrations.

Pick up: Chelmsford College CM2 9DE Refreshments: Packed lunch plus money or payment card for drinks/snacks or souvenirs.

Wheelchair access: Fully accessible but regrettably there is no room on the minibus for wheelchairs