Halloween Fun Day at ACL Basildon
2025-10-28 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | ACL Basildon, 3SG, Churchill Ave, Broadmayne,, Basildon, Essex, SS14 3SG, United Kingdom
Spooktacular Family Fun Day Returns to Basildon – Halloween Edition!
Basildon, Essex – 28 October 2025
Address: 3SG, Churchill Ave, Broadmayne, Basildon SS14 3SG
Time: 10am-2pm
ACL Essex is thrilled to invite families across the community to our Halloween-themed Family Fun Day in Basildon – a celebration packed with creativity, learning, and spine-tingling fun!
This year’s event promises a magical mix of hands-on activities, educational experiences, and seasonal surprises for all ages. Highlights include:
• Family Crafts with a Maths Twist – families can enjoy creative crafts that sneak in a bit of numeracy fun.
• Create Your Own AI Animal – we will guide children through designing their own imaginative AI-inspired creatures.
• VR Headset Experiences – Explore virtual worlds with our IT tutors
• Spooky Hair & Halloween Nails – We will be transforming little monsters with frightfully fun styles.
• AIG Activities – We will be showcasing engaging and interactive learning experiences.
As always, face painting and slime-making will be available, adding extra layers of excitement to the day. Refreshments will be provided to keep everyone energised throughout the event.
Special Announcement: Launch of the Basildon Hair and Beauty Salon
We’re excited to unveil our brand-new Basildon Hair and Beauty Salon, a vibrant space designed to help local aspiring hairdressers and beauticians gain valuable skills and qualifications. The salon will also offer affordable treatments and appointments for residents, making professional hair and beauty services accessible to the whole community.
Community events like the Family Fun Day are more than just fun, they foster togetherness, provide educational opportunities, and create lasting memories. They also serve as a gateway to discovering the wide range of courses and programmes offered by ACL Essex. From wellbeing workshops to parenting and personal development classes, ACL Essex is committed to supporting residents in gaining skills, finding employment, and uplifting their families.
Join us for a day of spooky fun, learning, and community spirit!

Basildon Hair & Beauty Salon Launch Event
2025-10-28 10:00 - 15:00 | ACL Basildon, 3SG, Churchill Ave, Broadmayne,, Basildon, Essex, SS14 3SG, United Kingdom
Hair and Beauty Salon Launch Event!
Basildon, Essex – 28 October 2025
Address: 3SG, Churchill Ave, Broadmayne, Basildon SS14 3SG
Time: 12-2pm
We’re excited to unveil our brand-new Basildon Hair and Beauty Salon, a vibrant space designed to help local aspiring hairdressers and beauticians gain valuable skills and qualifications. The salon will also offer affordable treatments and appointments for residents, making professional hair and beauty services accessible to the whole community.

Great Pitsea Market Community Outreach!
2025-11-12 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-11 09:00 - 15:00 | Pitsea Market, North Pavement, Pitsea, Basildon, Essex, SS13 3DU, United Kingdom
Come and meet the ACL Essex team who have a stall in Pitsea Market Basildon from 9am until 3pm
📍 Pitsea Market – We’re coming for you!
💆‍♀️✨ Get ready to be pampered! Our Beauty Team will be offering mini massages and chatting about our exciting courses – PLUS we’re counting down to the grand opening of our brand-new Beauty Studio on 28th October! 💅🎉
💻 Our Tech Team will be there too, sharing all the info on Essential & Digital Skills courses to help you level up! 🚀📲
🎨👧 And yes – we’ve got fun activities for the kids to keep them busy while you explore what ACL Essex has to offer! 🧩🖍️
Come say hi, get involved, and discover your next learning adventure! 🌟
#ACLEssex #PitseaMarket #BeautyCourses #DigitalSkills #FamilyFun #CommunityVibes #LearnWithACL

Great Pitsea Market Community Outreach!
2025-11-26 09:00 - 15:00 | Pitsea Market, North Pavement, Pitsea, Basildon, Essex, SS13 3DU, United Kingdom
Come and meet the ACL Essex team who have a stall in Pitsea Market Basildon from 9am until 3pm
📍 Pitsea Market – We’re coming for you!
💆‍♀️✨ Get ready to be pampered! Our Beauty Team will be offering mini massages and chatting about our exciting courses after the grand opening of our brand-new Beauty Studio in October! 💅🎉
💻 Our Tech Team will be there too, sharing all the info on Essential & Digital Skills courses to help you level up! 🚀📲
🎨👧 And yes – we’ve got fun activities for the kids to keep them busy while you explore what ACL Essex has to offer! 🧩🖍️
Come say hi, get involved, and discover your next learning adventure! 🌟
#ACLEssex #PitseaMarket #BeautyCourses #DigitalSkills #FamilyFun #CommunityVibes #LearnWithACL

Light-up Maldon
2025-11-27 16:00 - 21:00 | Maldon highstreet, Maldon High Street, Chelmsford, CM95PN, United Kingdom
Join us at Light Up Maldon on Thursday 27th November, 5pm–9pm, for an evening full of festive fun in Maldon High Street!
Where to find us:
We’ll be in the Town Hall, ready to chat with local residents about their learning ambitions for 2026. Whether you’re thinking about upskilling, starting a new hobby, or exploring career development, our team will be on hand to guide you through the opportunities ACL Essex offers.
What’s happening:

Christmas craft activities for kids
A few festive treats to enjoy
Information and advice on courses and learning pathways for the year ahead

Event Highlights:

Christmas Lights Switch-On at 6pm
Entertainment across the High Street, including Santa’s Grotto, mascots, choirs, and live music
Craft market and stalls from local traders and community groups

Free parking is available from 4pm in Butt Lane, White Horse Lane, Friary Fields, and Prom Car Parks.
✨ Don’t miss this chance to kick off the festive season and plan your learning journey for 2026!
