Village News and Events
In Boxted & Langham
Welcome to the latest newsletter.
If you wish to have an item included in this newsletter, please email us at newsandevents@boxted.org.uk by Thursday 5pm at the latest. Thank you.
Church Services
Sunday 11 October
9.30 am Holy Communion, St Mary’s Langham
Toddler Play and Praise
Tuesday 13 October, 9.30am
Have Your Say
Proposed limited opening of United Way after home matches
Colchester City Council is proposing a six-game trial opening the barrier from United Way onto Boxted Road for an hour after home matches, to help ease congestion.
Given the potential impact on Boxted, Cllr Thomas Rowe is inviting residents to let him know of any concerns or safeguards or conditions that should be included.
The proposal, which will be debated on Wednesday 14 October, is as follows.
9(i) Tackling Congestion at the JobServe Community Stadium
Motion F
Proposer: Cllr T. Young
This Council notes:
- The congestion and delays caused at the Jobserve Community Stadium after Colchester United men’s home team matches;
- The frustration caused by such delays to both home and away fans;
- That the Community Stadium is known as one of the worst stadiums in England to exit from its car park after matches;
- The evidential link between sporting success (especially from the local professional football club) and economic benefits to a place.
This Council resolves to:
- Support a six-game trial lifting the barrier to United Way on to Boxted Road for an hour after Colchester United men’s home team matches at the Jobserve Community Stadium to ease congestion and reduce delays;
- Ensure safe and efficient passage for supporters away from the stadium whether travelling by car, bicycle, on foot, public transport or any other mode of transport;
- Work with Essex Highways, Colchester United Football Club and its supporters to introduce the trial as soon as possible, starting before Christmas 2026;
- Encourage supporters to car share, use public transport, cycle, walk and use sustainable modes of transport to attend matches while accepting the reality that most supporters will arrive by car;
- Work with the Football Club to derive the most economic benefit from its status and support its successes both on and off the pitch.
As the motion relates to a non-executive matter, it will be debated and determined at the meeting.
Please email Cllr Thomas Rowe before then if you have any concerns: Thomas.Rowe@colchester.gov.uk
or alternatively, Karen Thompson, Boxted Parish Council Clerk: clerk@boxted-pc.gov.uk
Boxted Parish Council Meeting
Wednesday 14 October, 7.30pm
Boxted Village Hall
Meeting notes and agendas can be found on the Boxted Parish Council website.
Mobile library
Thursday 15 October
09.35am – 10.05am: Moor Road, Langham
10.10am – 10.40am: Boxted Village Hall car park
Langham Film Nights
Unfortunately, the online ticket sales aren’t working at the moment. Please purchase tickets in the shop or just turn up on the night and pay on entry.
Upcoming films for 2026/27
Saturday 28 November, Project Hail Mary
A science teacher (Ryan Gosling) wakes up alone on a spaceship. As his memory returns, he uncovers a mission to stop a mysterious substance killing Earth’s sun, and realises that an unexpected friendship may be the key.
Saturday 9 January: The Odyssey
2026 epic action fantasy film directed by Christopher Nolan and an ancient Greek epic poem attributed to Homer. The story follows Odysseus on his long journey home to Ithaca after the Trojan war. He faces mythical creatures and struggles to reunite with his family.
Expressions of Interest
RBL fete 2027
Calling all local groups and organisations.
You are warmly invited to take part in the Boxted Royal British Legion fete on Sunday 29 August 2027 at Boxted Lodge Meadow.
Please contact boxted.secretary@rbl.community by 31 October 2026 to register your interest.
Regulars in Boxted
Did you know there is an events calendar for Boxted Village Hall on the Boxted Village Website. Click here to view the calendar .
Pylons in Boxted
For all the latest information regarding the National Grid pylon project, please go to https://pylonseastanglia.co.uk/news/
Sing to beat Parkinsons
Fortnightly Wednesdays 10.30 – noon (term time). £5.00. Contact Emma Bishton at colchester.singtobeat@gmail.com for more information and check session dates at www.ejbmusic.co.uk/colchester
Boxted Royal British Legion
Check out the latest events on the RBL Facebook page.
All are welcome to all events
Email boxted.legion@gmail.com for further information
Forest Church
Fourth Saturday every month, 3pm, St Peter’s Churchyard
Boxted Bingo!
Contact Dot for more details on 01206 272676
Boxted History Group
3rd Wednesday of each month
Boxted Village Hall – 7.30 pm
For further information call 01206 272774 or contact Scott on 07904 887000.
- 18 February: Edwardian Colchester
- 18 March: Seven Wonders of the Waterways
- 15 April: £10 Poms. We Chose New Zealand
- 20 May: Roman Findings
- 15 July: Tudor Costumes and Food
- 16 September: Suffragettes
- 21 October: London Docklands
- 18 November Colchester’s Jumbo
- 16 December Christmas Special
Membership £15 for the year or £5 per evening.
Other events include:
Wednesday 19 August: Trip to Hadleigh Guildhall £10
Saturday 28 February: Quiz Night £5 per person
Thursday 18 June: Trip to Stow Maries £20 entry and cream tea
2nd Tuesday of the month 7.30pm @ Boxted Village Hall
Contact:
Geraldine Russell 07840 746953
Email Essex HQ @ admin@essexwi.org.uk
Find us on Facebook
Art and Craft Club
3rd Wednesday of each month 2 – 4 pm
Boxted Village Hall
Bowls club
Every Friday 2 – 4 pm
Boxted Village Hall
Our club meets in the village hall every fourth Thursday of the month from 2.00pm to 3.30pm. The age of our members varies but the club would suit anyone over 60, so please come along and you would be given a warm welcome. Our members are always asked for their suggestions before our yearly entertainment programme is arranged and we do try our best to cater for everyone. If you would like more information about our club please call Linda on 01206 272710 or Elaine on 01206 273183.
Mobile library
10.10am – 10.40am, Boxted Village Hall car park
You can call our Contact Centre on 0345 603 7628 Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm, to speak to an advisor, or use the 24-hour automated service (option 1) to renew your items (also at weekends).
2026 dates:
15 January
05 February
26 February
19 March
09 April
30 April
21 May
11 June
02 July
23 July
13 August
03 September
24 September
15 October
05 November
26 November
17 December
The Edge & The Zone
The Zone for 6-11 year olds 5.30pm-7pm and the Edge for 12-18 year olds 7.30pm-9.00pm. Fortnightly during term time at St Peter’s Church. Contact Linda Sheil 01206 273324
Regulars in Langham
The Langham Community Centre hosts a wide range of regular clubs and unique activities. Many of these groups would welcome new members, so don’t hesitate to browse the ‘Activities’ page on the website or see the Facebook page to find out more.
If you have an idea for a new club or event, please contact Sue Armstrong by calling 07741 284132 or emailing LanghamCC@gmail.com to further discuss your idea.
Langham Ladies meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month, 7:30pm – 10:00pm at Langham Community Centre. Contact Gill Brown on 01206 273286 or Tricia Gooding on 01206 230510.
Langham Community Cafe
Main Hall of the Community Centre on the last Friday of each month, from 10:30am until midday. All are welcome to join us for coffee/tea and cakes.
Beer and the Bible
Mobile Library
Moor Road, Langham, 9.35am – 10.05am
You can call our Contact Centre on 0345 603 7628 Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm, to speak to an advisor, or use the 24-hour automated service (option 1) to renew your items (also at weekends).
2026 dates:
15 January
05 February
26 February
19 March
09 April
30 April
21 May
11 June
02 July
23 July
13 August
03 September
24 September
15 October
05 November
26 November
17 December
In the Community
East Anglia GREEN project update
Following the name change we have also updated our project contact details which you can now use to get in touch with us here:
– contact@n-t.nationalgrid.com
– FREEPOST N TO T
– www.nationalgrid.com/norwich-to-tilbury
Langham Community Shop now has leaflets regarding National Grid’s Norwich to Tilbury pylon/cables plan. If you would like to object to their proposals, please pick up and complete the forms, which can be left at the Shop to be sent to the Secretary of State.
You can also find the petition online at: https://pylonseastanglia.co.uk/
or join the Facebook group at:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/718238339216424/
North Colchester Men’s Shed
Contact Roger Newnham 07988 736571 for more details.
Food bank donations
Food bank collection points are at Boxted British Legion Club, St Peter’s Church, Boxted, St Mary’s Church Langham and Langham Community Shop
Find out what’s needed and how you can help. Go to: https://colchester.foodbank.org.uk/
Good Neighbours
For help with transport to an important appointment (hospital, dentist, flu/covid booster, collection of prescriptions or a visit for some company. Call so we can help, Monday to Friday, 8am – 7pm:
- Monday……….230525 or 272773
- Tuesday……….271813 or 273195
- Wednesday….272755 or 272013
- Thursday……..07842 034489 or 323007 or 07765 037892
- Friday………… 07510 504026
Please phone for the day on which you make your call, not the day of your appointment.
