30 things to do in Chelmsford this May half term
22 May 2025
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If you're in need of some inspiration during the school holidays, look no further than our guide to what's on in Chelmsford this half term.
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Answering your questions about the new garden waste subscription service
Chelmsford City Council recently announced that a paid subscription service for garden waste collection will begin from 1 March 2025.
Aladdin 2025 on sale following bestselling Snow White at Chelmsford Theatre
Chelmsford Theatre is already preparing for its 2025 panto, Aladdin, with tickets now on sale following its bestselling run of Snow White.
Changes to Chelmsford City Council’s services over the 2024 festive period
Over the Christmas and New Year period, there will be changes to the availability and opening times of Chelmsford City Council’s services.
New garden waste subscription service to start in Chelmsford in early March 2025
Chelmsford City Council will now follow most other English councils by switching to a paid subscription service for garden waste collection.
Hylands Estate celebrates mind, body and spirit with new wellness event
A new wellness event is coming to Chelmsford’s Hylands Estate in March 2025, celebrating all things health and wellbeing.
Poet selected for Chelmsford City Council commission
Rebecca Carter has been awarded a commission by Chelmsford City Council to write a poem about Chelmsford.
Chelmsford City Council's statement on the English Devolution White Paper
This Government has published its English Devolution White Paper, setting out its proposals for devolution and changes to local government.
Mayor of Chelmsford plants tree to commemorate year in office
Cllr Janette Potter has planted a tree to mark her year in office as the Mayor of Chelmsford.
New garden waste charges part of ‘urgent action’ to protect vital services
The council will vote whether to introduce charges for kerbside garden waste collections as part of measures to close its budget gap.
By-election and referendum results
Some Chelmsford residents went to the polls on 12 December to vote in by-elections and a referendum.
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