ART ON THE QUAY
Ever wondered “How do they do that?” or maybe you just want a few tips and tricks for artwork already in progress. Now is your chance to look over the shoulder of some of our favourite artists and ask away.
Art on the Quay — join us for two vibrant Sundays filled with art, inspiration and hands-on creativity! Burnham Quay will come alive with stunning artwork from local artists and makers demonstrating their processes in a variety of mediums, with the opportunity to buy artworks directly from them.
Live music is provided by the Potato Badgers on both Sundays between 12.30 and 3pm.
When: Sunday 21st & 28th June, 11am–4.30pm.
Venue: Burnham Quay, CM0 8AT.
Free — no booking required.
MALDON BOOKS POP-UP
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When: Everyday 10am-5pm Venue: Quarterdeck, The Quay, CM0 8AT |
Maldon Books is an award-winning independent bookshop based in Maldon. We’re a family-run bookshop, stocking books and gifts for both children and adults. Open seven days a week, and our booksellers are on hand to help you find your next favourite read, so visit our pop-up shop here on the Trail.
THE LITTLE SHIPS
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When: 9am-2pm (ring bell) Venue: The Royal Corinthian Yacht Club, The Quay, CM0 8AX |
Samantha Andrews’s exhibition presents images, maps, and voices exploring the Little Ships and the Dunkirk evacuation, using archive and oral histories to share the stories of those who left from Burnham. (see also TALKING HEADS and MOVIES).
Email: sa23157@essex.ac.uk
AN EVENING WITH JANE ENGLISH
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When: Wednesday 24th June 8pm Venue: The White Harte, The Quay, CM0 8AS |
Come and join this ever-popular summer evening with Jane English for poems, stories and songs.
Tickets £8
from The White Harte (includes glass of Pimms)
NEW FOR 2026
Movies
The Art Trail, Essex culture and Burnham film producers combine to provide this eclectic mix across two screenings and featuring two premieres.
Wednesday 24th June 7pm
Welcome to Essex
(40 mins) — documentary by Firstsite Gallery that follows artist Michael Landy as he crosses Essex challenging the clichés that have shaped the county’s public image.
Trail Movies
(20 mins) — an insight into Art Trail artists and their working practices, produced by Burnham’s Vince Hernan and Donata Rio.
Bigfoot: Primal Fear
(63 mins) — premiere of a new independent film blending classic camping-horror tropes with the legend of Bigfoot, by Burnham director Craig Dowsett.
Venue: Rio Cinema, 154 Station Road CM0 8HJ.
Saturday 27th June 7pm
The Joy of Essex
(60 mins) — characteristically idiosyncratic TV essay by Jonathan Meades that examines popular stereotypes about Essex.
Trail Movies
(20 mins) — an insight into Art Trail artists and their working practices, produced by Burnham’s Vince Hernan and Donata Rio.
The Little Ships
(60 mins) — premiere of a new documentary exploring the Dunkirk evacuation, weaving archival material and oral histories to share stories of those who sailed from Burnham, by Burnham producer Samantha Andrews (see also TALKING HEADS).
Venue: Rio Cinema, 154 Station Road CM0 8HJ.
Tickets £3
TALKING HEADS
Join us for three talks exploring the history, art and architecture of Essex and Burnham. All talks are illustrated and held on the first floor of the Royal Corinthian Yacht Club on the Quay.
Sunday 21st June 7pm
The Little Ships
Burnham film producer Samantha Andrews tells the story of the little ships that sailed from Burnham to Dunkirk, and the men who took part, through fragments of oral history and local memory (see also the exhibition in the ground floor lounge and Movies).
Monday 22nd June 7pm
Art & Essex
We are delighted to welcome Sally Shaw MBE, Director of Colchester’s Firstsite, to talk about how the gallery designs their programmes to reflect a full story of Essex past, present and future through the artists they present (see also “Michael Landy’s Welcome to Essex” in MOVIES, produced by Firstsite).
Wednesday 24th June 7pm
More Than the Corinthian
Mike Allen tells the story of Joseph Emberton, architect of the Royal Corinthian and so much more, including Simpsons of Piccadilly, the modernist transformation of Blackpool Pleasure Beach and modern tower block design, creating London’s first high-rise council estate.
SCHOOLS CONCERT
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When: Tuesday 23rd June 6.30pm
Venue: St Mary's Church, Southminster Rd, CM0 8DA |
Ormiston Rivers Academy is proud to present a musical evening with vocal and instrumental performances from a range of genres. Joined with performances from Burnham Primary and St Mary’s C of E school. Light refreshments available during the interval (cash only).
OPEN MIC NIGHT
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When: Thursday 25th June 7.30pm Venue: The Queens Head, 26 Providence, CM0 8JU |
Hosted by Dan Fraser and Kevin Bassett. PA and mics provided – just bring your instruments. Everyone welcome, pro or beginner.
Free
THE EVERY VOICE CHOIR
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When: Friday 26th June 2pm
Venue: The Quay, CM0 8AT |
Formed in 2021, The Every Voice Choir has grown to over 50 members. We are a mixed group, united by our love of singing – this performance is a warm up for our evening concert!
Free
THE EVERY VOICE CHOIR
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When: Friday 26th June 7pm Venue: St Mary's Church, Church Road, CM0 8DA |
We sing a wide variety of music and perform regularly throughout the Dengie for various charities. Choir size around 40 to 50 members for this concert.
Tickets £3
JAZZ IN THE VINES
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When: Sunday 28th June 2pm-5pm
Venue: Crouch Ridge Vineyard, Fambridge Road, Althorne, CM3 6BZ |
Crouch Ridge Vineyard annual music event in association with Burnham Art Trail, starring Essex Jazz Collective Band, a six-piece featuring saxophonist Zak Barrett. Bar, Boards & BBQ available (only food & drink purchased from Crouch Ridge allowed). Bring your own chairs/blankets.
Tickets £10 on the door
PARLOUR MUSIC
While you chat, snack or drink a coffee, enjoy the background music from a broad variety of local musicians performing on the garden stage each lunchtime.
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When: From 12.30 - 2pm daily
Venue: The Parlour Café, Ferry Road, Creeksea, CM0 8PJ |
| Saturday 20th June | Bassett & Fraser |
| Sunday 21st June | The Quaynotes |
| Monday 22nd June | The Potato Badgers |
| Tuesday 23rd June | The Remedy Band |
| Wednesday 24th June | Helen Watson |
| Thursday 25th June | The Every Voice Choir |
| Friday 26th June | The DHSS |
| Saturday 27th June | The Elixir Band |
| Sunday 28th June | Brian Taylor |
Enquiries
For questions, further details or to connect with our Team, please email us at info@burnhamarttrail.co.uk.
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