New cycling facility officially opens in central Chelmsford
18 August 2025
Molly Smith
Tower Gardens’ Cycle Skills Circuit has been officially opened by the Deputy Mayor of Chelmsford.
Chelmsford Theatre launches children’s competition to record panto welcome lines
The theatre’s Voice of Panto competition has returned, giving children the opportunity to write and record panto pre-show announcements.
Hundreds of local children enjoy healthy food demonstrations at Picnic in the Park 2025
Picnic in the Park has become a staple in the summer holiday schedule for Chelmsford, and this year it was more entertaining than ever!
Revamped play area unveiled at Baddow Hall Park
A play area in Great Baddow has been given a make-over, offering children and families new play equipment and a more accessible location.
Local children win Chelmsford Theatre competition with witty Snow White lines
Three children have been selected as the ‘Voice of Panto’ this winter following a competition run by Chelmsford Theatre.
Children invited to become the welcoming voice of Chelmsford Theatre’s panto this winter
Chelmsford Theatre is inviting children aged 5 to 11 to become the voice that welcomes audiences to this year’s pantomime.
Free family fun at Chelmsford’s Recycling Open Day
On Saturday 31 August, from 10am to 1pm, Freighter House in Chelmsford is hosting a free-to-attend Recycling Open Day.
Hundreds of free meals provided at Picnic in the Park
Picnic in the Park provided free entertainment and over 270 nutritious lunches to children entitled to free school meals.
Skills Festival for Chelmsford students returned for 2024
Over 1,200 Year 8 pupils from Chelmsford secondary schools attended a festival-style careers fair organised by Chelmsford City Council.
Easter family fun around Chelmsford
Our guide to activities and events around Chelmsford this Easter.
