- 28 May -30 June 2025
- History
- Partner Event
Stony Jack and the Lost Jewels of Cheapside
A thrilling history of mudlarkers, charlatans, experts and chancers in the year the Titanic sank and London was growing anew. Diving into the underbelly of London’s bustling, occasionally lawless antiques trade at the turn of the century, narrative historian Victoria Shepherd paints a compelling scene of the city at the height of empire, in the midst of its remarkable transformation into a modern metropolis. Read more
- Fiction
- Partner Event
An Evening with Elif Shafak
Maldon Books is thrilled to welcome award-winning author, Elif Shafak, to the URC this June! Elif will be discussing her latest acclaimed novel, 'There Are Rivers in the Sky' to a live audience and signing books afterwards. Read more
- For Writers
- FREE
- Partner Event
Weekly Community Writing Surgery
It is no secret that writing is the best thing for writing – but sometimes you need some advice, or just to feel part of a community of writers. With other experienced tutors, Dr Adrian May, Community Fellow and former Deputy Director of Creative Writing at Essex University will be there on call. Read more
- For Writers
- FREE
- Partner Event
Writing Buddy Meet Up
Whether you're a published author, or a budding writer looking to kickstart your new hobby, come and join international bestselling author Lizzie Chantree & award winning author Chris Penhall for a morning of writing in this FREE writing buddy session at Fête Grays Yard, Chelmsford! Read more
- Partner Event
Rosemary Rutherford: War Artist and Designer
In this talk, Dr Catherine Pearson will explore the life and work of Rosemary Rutherford (1912-1972) a prolific artist who spent much of her life in East Anglia, and will discuss the Rutherford Project, which has conserved Rosemary’s artworks at Broomfield Church in Essex. Read more
- Discussion
- Partner Event
The State of It! Conversations on Publishing
What is the impact of AI on the world of books? Why are authors concerned? How do you get published in this current climate? Do you need an agent or can you go solo? Which is better: self-publishing or traditional? What makes a bestseller? Is the book becoming extinct? Join author, Syd Moore, as she discusses the current state of the UK publishing industry with experts and professionals. Read more
- For Writers
- FREE
- Partner Event
Weekly Community Writing Surgery
It is no secret that writing is the best thing for writing – but sometimes you need some advice, or just to feel part of a community of writers. With other experienced tutors, Dr Adrian May, Community Fellow and former Deputy Director of Creative Writing at Essex University will be there on call. Read more
- Travel Writing
- Partner Event
The Restless Coast
A fascinating evening with Roger Morgan-Grenville discussing his latest book. The Restless Coast is a moving and beautiful account of a journey around it, during which the author travels its length to discover its challenges and opportunities, and to talk to the people trying to protect it. At once informative, angry and funny, The Restless Coast is a very personal love letter to our island edge. Read more
- For Writers
- FREE
- Partner Event
- Workshop
Sundream: Monologue Writing Course – FREE
Want to learn how to write plays? This is the first of two workshops in Jaywick run by scriptwriter Molly Anne Sweeney, exploring how to craft a monologue for the stage inspired by your local surroundings - no experience is necessary. Read more