30 things to do in Chelmsford this May half term
22 May 2025
Corporate Communications
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.
Our top story
Ping! Five new table-tennis tables come to Chelmsford
The City Council has joined up with Ping! to bring five new table-tennis tables to Chelmsford, making a total of 19 across the city.
Discover our parks today
The City Council has released a magical new video about our parks and the people who love them.
Bookings to open for vintage afternoon tea at Hylands Estate
Earlier this year we brought you the story that afternoon teas would be coming to Hylands House. Well, it’s almost time to get booking.
Be careful what you let in
Bars are open and everyone's keen to get back to enjoying Chelmsford’s excellent nightlife. But there’s a dark side to evenings out for some
Explore Chelmsford’s new family cycle rides
Chelmsford City Council has released a set of all-new family-friendly cycle rides for the local community.
Major new Creamfields festival secured for Chelmsford
Chelmsford City Council has signed a long-term deal to bring one of the UK’s major festivals to the city.
Plasma donors needed in Chelmsford and Essex
NHS Blood and Transplant are looking for people to donate plasma for medicines, including at its plasma donor centres in Chelmsford.
Essex Book Festival’s A Criminally Good Day comes to Chelmsford
Chelmsford City Theatres host some of the Essex Book Festival’s most popular events later this month.
Grants available to help Chelmsford’s community
Chelmsford City Council is launching two grants to help provide infrastructure in the city’s urban areas and protect threatened environments
Keeping Chelmsford clean
We are determined to do all we can to keep the city clean. Find out what we are doing and how you can get involved, too.
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