Call all cake bakers, cake eaters and cake appreciators! We are holding our annual cake off in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support! If you enjoy baking and want to show off your baking skills then bring in your best cake to be judged at our coffee morning! Prize for the cake voted the best decorated […]
Every second Tuesday of the month, local poets, poetry lovers, and writers congrats together in the Pump Room to share their favourite poems, whether it be their own work or others, or simply come to listen. A great evening to get inspired, meet new people, and listen to local talented people's work. Its free for […]
The forth England game kicks off at 9am we will be opening up early, so you come and watch the game with us. Cheer the boys on with your fellow fans a sink a few pints whilst doing so! No booking required, free entry
Did you ever kept a diary when you were younger? Would you like a grown up masterclass in how keeping a journal can loosen your mind, sort some problems and even draw out that book you keep putting off, everyone has one inside them! Jolie Booth author of The Girl Who'll Rule the World, Never […]
Sisterhood is a gentle but fearless adventure into the dark heart of patriarchal rule. Based on the history of the witch trials, Sisterhood is a newly devised multimedia tale introducing you to a sisterhood caught between two timelines: the witch trails of the 16th C and modern-day women facing a world in political and environmental […]
Have you ever wanted to learn how to paint? then try this is a fun, relaxed, creative evening of painting whilst listening to low-level atmospheric music. No experience is necessary, all the equipment is provided; from painting equipment to aprons. You just need to bring yourself, an open mind and maybe a glass of bubbles! […]
Colchester Tango presents Argentine Tango at The Red Lion. Tango is a improvised dance so there are no routines to learn. It takes time to master, but its worth while. Not only is learning to tango a fun way to spend an evening its also great exercise, can improve your posture, balance and memory as […]
Friday Film Night is back! Theres nothing like watching a great movie with friends or a group of people! A relaxed viewing of this film so drink, sing and dance if you want to! Shown on our huge 12 foot screen in the Function Room. Featuring the classic Dirty Dancing; "Baby", a sweet daddy's girl, goes […]
You get four, yes, four comedians to entertain you all for only £7.50! Our comedians are no stranger to the London, Brighton circuits and most of them have done the Edinburg Fringe. We have lined up for you: Ben van der Velde “Exquisite comic timing…wonderfully clownish physical comedy.” - British Theatre Guide Stephen Carlin "...on his […]
SOLD OUT - Please contact the pub for reserve list. Can you tell your Grigio from your Grigori? Can you work out which one of our Buffs are Bluffing? In teams of 8-10 try to work out which of our 3 experts are telling the truth about the wine you are drinking. Bring cheese and […]
YYYYYYYEEEEESSSSS! We made it to the finals! Will we go all the way and become the world Champions!? Come and join us Saturday morning (9am kick off) to cheer the lads on, we've got the 12 foot screen up and plenty of seating space for you all. We'll help you wake up with plenty of […]
Halloween weekend we're celebrating with Rockaoke! Ever wanted to front a band? Then this is your opportunity to do so... Rockaoke is a twist on Karaoke, singing along with a band! We're dressing up too, so get your most horrifying outfit on and lets have a monster mash!! Free entry, come along and watch or sing! […]
Acoustic Jam Session hosted by Keystones guitarist Michael. Every first Sunday evening of the month from 6pm All are welcome, either bring an instrument, your voice or come and listen. Play your own songs or covers for all to join in, all levels welcome. This is an informal chilled out get together of fellow musicians […]