Council extends funding for additional nighttime police patrols in Chelmsford city centre
30 October 2026To ensure Chelmsford remains safe and welcoming for all, extra police patrols will take place from 7pm until 3am on Fridays and Saturdays.
75,000 handcrafted poppies created for Chelmsford's first Poppy Festival
Poppies created by thousands of volunteers are bringing Chelmsford together in a powerful tribute for Remembrance Day.
Meet the local creative groups joining the Chelmsford Theatre family
Chelmsford Theatre has welcomed four local performing arts groups into its growing creative community this autumn.
Night Marshal patrols extended in Chelmsford city centre
From 25 September, Chelmsford's CSAS and SIA accredited Night Marshals will be in the city centre on Friday and Saturday nights.
Council-funded police patrols deliver on challenging anti-social behaviour
Positive results achieved by Essex Police with additional evening and nighttime summer patrols.
Vote for your top treasure at the Museum of Chelmsford
What object do you treasure most at the Museum of Chelmsford?
New Street Care Rangers introduced to support ‘cleaner neighbourhoods’ priority
Chelmsford City Council announces new Street Care Ranger service, improving the appearance, safety, and accessibility of local streets.
Join the big community Knit-a-Thon at Chelmsford Cathedral this August
Chelmsford Cathedral will host a Community BIG Knit-a-Thon on Saturday 8 August 2026, from 10am to 12pm, bringing together local crafters.
Chelmsford Theatre launches new Coval Lane Studios facility to support local creative communities
A new community space in Chelmsford’s West End will increase access to performing arts facilities for groups in Chelmsford and Mid Essex.
Chelmsford’s VolFEST event returns to celebrate local charities
VolFEST returns to Chelmsford High Street to celebrate local charities as part of National Volunteers’ Week on Thursday 4 June.
