Events and Blogs
Just a few of the events held at The Gardens
2022 Events
DATES FOR BAND IN THE PARK
EASTER EGG HUNT
April 16th organised by the Braintree and Bocking Royal British Legion
OPEN AIR CINEMA
Possibly two screenings during the year (May 28th and early September)
LITTLE LEGS FESTIVAL
Three day event, June 15th, 16th and 17th. 9.30 am till 3pm, entry is £5.
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Three day event (Queen’s Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend) Festival in the Gardens, June 3rd & 4th – 11.00- 22.30, and June 5th – 11.00 – 18.00.
FAMILY FUN DAYS
Each Tuesday and Wednesday throughout the school summer holidays. Starting on Tuesday 26th July, throughout the 6 weeks summer holidays. Unlimited ride, slides and inflatable fun. £8 per child to ride, 12 – 5, Pay on the day.
XPLORER EVENT
Braintree District Council’s Livewell Campaign is organising free, family friendly navigation challenges this summer that are educational, fun and gives children a sense of adventure. This year’s event will be on the 23rd August 11.00 – 13.00 & 14.00 – 1600.
CLASSIC CAR SHOW
Sunday 4th September
Christmas Prize Draw Winners!
Braintree & Bocking Public Gardens Trust 2021 Grand Christmas Prize Draw Winners Harry C - 2742 - £200 Frank - 2686 - £100 Robert - 2971 - £100 Margaret - 3945 - £100 Sybil - 131 - £100 Alan - 4038 - £100 Richard - 1065 - £50 Karen - 4744 - £50 Charlotte - 6251 -...
Events for 2022
The dates for the events below are yet to be finalised however we will update when they become available.DATES FOR BAND IN THE PARK Sunday 31st July Sunday 28th August All concerts will commence at 3:00pm OPEN AIR CINEMA - Spectrum Screen Events Open Air Cinema....
Visited our Playground?
We have a wonderful playground in the Gardens to relax whilst your child uses up some energy! the playground is has a safety surface so you can relax whilst supervising.
Have you seen our Blogs?
Whether it’s a brass band or a classic car show, read our blogs to see the latest events that have been held at the Gardens, there’s always something going on.
Visited our History Page?
The gardens were donated by Sydney Courtauld in 1888. Sydney Courtauld was the nephew of Sam Courtauld, who founded what was to become the largest textile manufacturer in the world. Sydney started to work for the ..more
Did you know?
We have a Hide in the gardens where you can watch the wildlife – it is available for disabled too – there is a stumpery too which also encourages the flora and fauna.