Balkan Hill and Panama City live at patch
Balkan Hill and Panama City bring you an eclectic mix of Balkan Gypsy Music and Duo Singer-Songwriter loveliness at the award winning Patch Cafe in Trinity Street, Colchester who will be open for eats and drinks.
When: Thursday 9th May
Time: 7.30pm onwards
£: £4 presale, £5 on the door
Follow the link below for tickets:
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/suzy-cramer
Yoga with Shane
Join the wonderful Shane Alan Yoga for next Yoga Brunch. Shane will take you through a Slow and Stretchy yoga session followed by a patch brunch and a hot drink.
Yoga: 9am-9.45am
Brunch: 10-11am
Price: £25
Check Shane out on his socials - @shanealanyoga
Numbers are limited. Please book your space in the café, by phoning 07507722850 or via email on hello@patchcolchester.co.uk.
Anonymous Art Sale Private View
You are warmly invited to the private view of the Anonymous Art Sale!
Join us in the newly opened patch gallery to see and perhaps buy paintings, prints, ceramics, sculptures by 50 UK and local professional artists raising money for RAMA (Refugee and Migrant Action. All artwork will be on sale for £40 or less!
There will also be live piano music. :-)
This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a glass of wine, meet artists and purchase quality artwork. Numbers are limited so it is essential to book. Pop us an email on hello@patchcolchester.co.uk to reserve your place.
poetry at patch
Poetry At Events return with poetry at patch. Enjoy an evening of local poetry!
Line up is as follows:
Ricci Read
Mary-Ann (The Emotional Poet)
James Domestic
Mike Harwood
Bassie Gracie
…followed by an open mic!
What: poetry at patch
Where: patch, 24 Trinity Street, Colchester, Essex, CO11JN
Time: (doors) 6.30pm/7pm start
General ticket: (suggested) £5 - but if you want to you can pay more (all money goes to the poets - we'll be encouraging tips on the night too!)
Pay it forward ticket: £5 - by buying this ticket you are buying a place for someone else to attend who may not be able to due to financial reasons
TICKET LINK: (please copy and paste) bit.ly/poetrypatchapril
If you would like to attend but cannot afford to - please email poetryatevents@outlook.com and we'll arrange a ticket for you no questions asked.
Local beer, wine & coffee available! :-)
Jazz at patch
Join us for another fabulous evening of jazz, featuring the incredible Roberto Manzin (one of Britain’s top sax players and whose extensive CV includes a stint with James Brown) on sax, piano virtuoso Dan Banks, Simon Woods on double bass and Elmer van der Hoek on drums. A night not to miss!
Tickets are £12pp and this includes a welcome fizz. Limited capacity, reserve your tickets in the café, or pop us an email on hello@patchcolchester.co.uk
Local beers, lovely wine, a selection of soft drinks and light bites will be available on the night.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Easter Drag & Desserts
Local legends @sharcooterie and @tracey_paper_uk are back at patch for an evening of campery and confection. Expect lols, props, singing, stories, lipsyncing…and audience participation. Join us this time for a silly Easter special!
What: Drag & Desserts
When: Tuesday 2nd April
Where: patch Colchester - 24 Trinity Street, Colchester, CO11JN
Time: 7-10pm
£: £25pp
Sid & Kieran will be creating some extra special desserts and puddings especially for the evening! We need to know dietary requirements way in advance.
Book in the café, text 07507722850 or by emailing hello@patchcolchester.co.uk.
Ticket includes all desserts.
Tickets to be booked and paid for in advance.
More about the Queens:
@sharcooterie ,Queen of the Deli, is what happens when someone is bitten by a radioactive hog roast. Serving you up a little sweet, a little sour, a little sass and a lot of power and with a veritable smorgasbord of comedy, personality and powerhouse vocals on the menu, this meaty sweetie hopes that you enjoy her unique flavour of honey roast glam!
World famous supermodel.
Genius level astrophysicist. Filthy rich.
... @tracey_paper_uk is none of these things. But she's daft as a brush and looks cracking in a cheap velour bodycon dress. Originally from 'up North', this delicious Yorkshire pudding aims to make you laugh with her special blend of sequins and silliness!
Photo credit to @capturedbycorinne
Nostalgic Recollections by Mary Pullen Deacon (patch gallery opening!)
PATCH GALLERY BIG LAUNCH!
Meet local artist Mary Pullen Deacon (@lineandlanguage) and view artwork from her series 'Nostalgic Recollections'. Share your own memories; enjoy a drink; create artwork' and even treat yourself to a limited edition print!
Date: Thursday 28th March
Time: 5pm-7pm
Where: patch - 24 Trinity Street, Colchester, CO11JN
£: Free
We're really looking forward to seeing you there!
Queens, Quiz & Fizz
The patch team are proud to join forces with our pals at @outhouseessex for an evening of Queens, Quiz & Fizz - all proceeds to The Outhouse.✨
Hosted by femme fatale, Pansy Craze, and bendy bombshell, Karmen Stretch, prepare for a quiz that will test your knowledge on a variety of topics! 🧠
With drinks and a special fizz cocktail available on the night, have yourselves some fabulous fun in the name of charitable giving 🥂
Contact hello@patchcolchester.co.uk to book your team a table (max. 6 people)! 📧
poetry at patch
@billievdub and @riccireadart return with poetry at patch - International Women's Day Edition. Enjoy an evening of local poetry!
Line up is as follows:
Lorna Mackinnon @lornawrites
Evangeline Richards
Lea Marie
Leonie
Eleanor Cornell
What: poetry at patch - International Women's Day Edition
Where: patch, 24 Trinity Street, Colchester, Essex, CO11JN
Time: (doors) 6.30pm/7pm start
General ticket: (suggested) £5 - but if you want to you can pay more (all money goes to the poets - we'll be encouraging tips on the night too!)
Pay it forward ticket: £5 - by buying this ticket you are buying a place for someone else to attend who may not be able to due to financial reasons
TICKET LINK: (please copy and paste) https://bit.ly/poetryatpatchfeb
If you would like to attend but cannot afford to - please email poetryatevents@outlook.com and we'll arrange a ticket for you no questions asked.
Local beer, wine & coffee available! :-)
Mum's Day at patch
Join us for a Mum’s Day tea to celebrate all the wonderful Mums, Grans, Nans and parents out there!
Sid is creating a special afternoon tea - complete with savouries, sandwiches, scones and sweets. The food will be paired with one of our Nordisk Tea loose leaf teas or a delicious Mac N Me Coffee.
Tickets are £25pp with the option of adding a patch bellini on the day for £5.
Date: Sunday 10th March
Time: 1.30pm
£: £25pp
Where: patch, 24 Trinity Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JN
Book in the café or by emailing hello@patchcolchester.co.uk
Nomad Jazz @ patch
Join us for another fabulous evening of jazz, with Dave Lee on keys, Steve Duke on bass & Rick Wills on drums/percussion!
With light bites, local beers, wine & cocktails.
Ticket includes a welcome bellini and the entertainment. Please contact us to book on instagram or by emailing hello@patchcolchester.co.uk
More information on Nomad Jazz:
Formed in 2017, Nomad is a 3-piece band that combines jazz grooves and world music rhythms. After the pandemic they emerged with a lot of new tunes and a freshly-produced album called “Turning Point”, featuring 8 tunes composed by the band members.
They play original music that reflects their love of American and European jazz, and also incorporates musical styles from around the globe – Africa, India, the Far East, the Caribbean…..
The band personnel is: Dave Lee on piano/organ/keyboards, Steve Duke on bass guitar/upright bass and Rick Wills on drums/percussion.
Check them out at - https://www.nomadjazz.co.uk/
We look forward to seeing you there!
Mind Full of Pride
@tomstockcreates @slash.zine presents another A Mind Full Of Pride here at patch.
Date: Tuesday 27th February
Tickets: £4 - book on outsavvy.com (proceeds to @cens4homeless , @colchester.pride and @openroaduk )
Time: 7-10pm
Where: patch, 24 Trinity Street, CO11JN
Join us for a special evening celebrating local queer poetry, drag, spoken word, support groups, performance art and joy hosted and created by Tom.
Line up tbc!
See you there x
❤️🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Valentine’s Supper Club!
Come join us for a Valentine's Supper Club!
Time: 7pm, 7.30pm, 8pm
Where: patch, 24 Trinity Street, Colchester, CO11JN
£40pp for a 3 course fixed menu including welcome cocktail and snack!
Yoga with Shane
Join the wonderful Shane Alan Yoga for our first Yoga Brunch of the year. Shane will take you through a Slow and Stretchy yoga session followed by a patch brunch and a hot drink.
Yoga: 9am-9.45am
Brunch: 10-11am
Price: £25
Check Shane out on his socials - @shanealanyoga
Numbers are limited. Please book your space in the café, by phoning 07507722850 or via email on hello@patchcolchester.co.uk.
Drag & Desserts with Tracey Paper & Shar Cooterie
Local legends Shar Cooterie and Tracey Paper are back at patch for an evening of campery and confection. Expect lols, props, singing, stories, lipsyncing…and audience participation. Join us this time for pancake day/Valentine's realness!
What: Drag & Desserts
When: Tuesday 13th February
Where: patch Colchester - 24 Trinity Street, Colchester, CO11JN
Time: 7-10pm
£: £25pp
Sid & Kieran will be creating some extra special desserts and puddings especially for the evening! We need to know dietary requirements way in advance.
Book in the café, text 07507722850 or by emailing hello@patchcolchester.co.uk.
Ticket includes all desserts.
Tickets to be booked and paid for in advance.
The Songs We Want To Sing
After the success of the last concert where we raised £526.54 for Together We Grow we are back but this time in aid of Colchester Engagement & Next Steps (CENS).
Enjoy an evening of varied music (solos, duets and ensemble songs) which we've been wanting to sing for a while! :-)
There will be a raffle and refreshments available buy.
Doors at 6.30pm
Performance starts at 7pm
There will be a short interval of 20 mins.
For tickets please head to Ticket Source (copy & paste this link): https://bit.ly/songswewanttosingfeb
If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact patch on hello@patchcolchester.co.uk
Please note patch is completely accessible.
An Evening with Rosalind Harniess + Daniel Stephen Turner
Really excited for this event!
Banish the winter blues with An Evening with Rosalind Harniess + Daniel Stephen Turner who will be performing songs and storytelling from their solo careers as well as the duo Panama City
When: Friday 9th February
Where: Patch - 24 Trinity Street, Colchester, CO11JN
Time: (doors) 7.30pm
£: free entry/pay what you can afford
Numbers are limited. Please book your space in the café, by phoning 07507722850 or via email on hello@patchcolchester.co.uk
jazz @ patch
Join us for another fabulous evening of jazz, featuring Jim Watson on organ, Chris Allard on guitar and Elmer van der Hoek on drums.
With light bites, local beers, wine & cocktails.
Ticket includes a welcome bellini and the entertainment. Please contact us to book on instagram or by emailing hello@patchcolchester.co.uk.
More information on the wonderful musicians:
Jim Watson is a pianist, organist, composer and improviser who is currently working with Manu Katche with recent collaborations with Sting, Katie Melua, Kurt Elling, Incognito, Richard Bona, Incognito and my others.
http://www.jimwatson.net/
Chris Allard is a freelance guitarist based in London. He has performed at major venues such as the Royal Albert Hall, the Pyramids and Great Sphinx (Cairo), the Barbican, Montreux Jazz Festival and Ronnie Scott’s and features on numerous albums. Chris has performed/recorded with the likes of Jacqui Dankworth, Dave O’Higgins, Dame Cleo Laine, Sir John Dankworth, Jamie Cullum and the BBC Big Band..
http://www.chrisallard.co.uk/
Elmer van der Hoek who arranged the gig, is a local drummer who has been organising a monthly jazz gig and jam night in Colchester.
We look forward to seeing you there!
🍷 🧀 🎶
An evening of acoustic sounds from Will & Paul Ginno & Kev Pearce
Creative Colchester & patch colchester present An evening of high quality acoustic sounds from father & son duo @wginno Will & Paul Ginno (vocals, guitar, sax & flute) followed by vocals and guitar from @kevinpearcemusic a.k.a Sun Cutter - as part of their new monthly festival - First Thursdays!
First Thursdays is a new monthly festival which began in December 2023 with events throughout Colchester city centre! The festival celebrates the city’s vibrant and diverse cultural scene, seeing venues thrown open for the community, with fantastic performances, workshops and interactive experiences.
Book your free place using this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/first-thursdays-1st-feb-2024-3006059
Sharing plates, local beers and wine will be available on the night!
poetry at patch
Billie Vasquez-Walters and Ricci Read return with poetry at patch. Enjoy an evening of local poetry!
Line up is as follows:
Ricci Read
Jackie Montague
David Pearman
Mary Dickins
Kathleen Wenaden
General ticket: (suggested) £5 - but if you want to you can pay more (all money goes to the poets - we'll be encouraging tips on the night too!)
Pay it forward ticket: £5 - by buying this ticket you are buying a place for someone else to attend who may not be able to due to financial reasons
TICKET LINK: (please copy and paste) http://bit.ly/poetryatpatchjan
If you would like to attend but cannot afford to - please email hello@patchcolchester.co.uk and we'll arrange a ticket for you no questions asked. :-)
Local beer, wine & coffee available! :-)
The Andy Brush Quintet live @ Patch
The Andy Brush Quintet bring their unique Jazz, Soul and Funk music to patch. A beautifully intimate venue run by a friendly team.
On the night the patch bar and kitchen will be open serving Leigh-on-Sea beer, lovely wine and a selection of soft drinks and light bites.
Limited seats available for what promises to be a night to remember.
Tickets - £12 - all ticket money to musicians.
Book tickets on Ticketsource - https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/andy-brush-quintet
Christmas poetry @ patch
Billie Vasquez-Walters and Ricci Read return with poetry at patch. Enjoy an evening of local poetry. Line up to be announced shortly. All proceeds to the poets. Numbers are limited. Please book your space in the café, by phoning 07507722850 or via email on hello@patchcolchester.co.uk.
£5 - please follow the following link for tickets.
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/essex/patch/poetry-at-patch-christmas-edition/
DRAG & DESSERTS (Christmas Edition)
SOLD OUT!
Join local legends Shar Cooterie and Tracey Paper (and a very special extra guest!) for an evening of campery and confection. Expect silliness, props, singing, stories, lipsyncing…and audience participation.
About the performers:
Shar Cooterie, Queen of the Deli, is what happens when someone is bitten by a radioactive hog roast. Serving you up a little sweet, a little sour, a little sass and a lot of power and with a veritable smorgasbord of comedy, personality and powerhouse vocals on the menu, this meaty sweetie hopes that you enjoy her unique flavour of honey roast glam!
World famous supermodel. Genius level astrophysicist. Filthy rich.
...Tracey Paper is none of these things. But she's daft as a brush and looks cracking in a cheap velour bodycon dress. Originally from 'up North', this delicious Yorkshire pudding aims to make you laugh with her special blend of sequins and silliness!
Sid &to Kieran will be creating some gorgeous and camp festive desserts and puddings especially for the evening.
Tickets: £30 (includes a welcome patch bellini) Book in the café or by emailing hello@patchcolchester.co.uk.
Ticket includes all desserts. Tickets to be booked and paid for in advance.
Christmas Yoga Brunch with Shane
Join our gorgeous Shane Sykes for our third Yoga Brunch - but this time it's Christmas! Shane will take you through a Slow and Stretchy yoga session followed by a patch brunch and a hot drink.
Merry Christmas Everyone!
Yoga: 9am-9.45am
Brunch: 10-11am
Price: £25
Check Shane out on his socials - @shanealanyoga
Numbers are limited. Please book your space in the café, by phoning 07507722850 or via email on hello@patchcolchester.co.uk
A Christmas Carol In Concert
PERFORMANCE ADDED!
An atmospheric narration of Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas tale accompanied by an enchanting vocal quartet
This timeless narrative comes alive in Minty Spectre’s original adaptation of Dickens' cherished text, presented with characterful narration and captivating live singing that weaves its way through the heartwarming story.
Join our cast, featuring a narrator and vocal group, to encounter the host of well-loved characters who play a role in Scrooge's redemption, from the wise counsel of his deceased business partner, Marley, to the joyous memories of his merry one-time employer, Fezziwig, and the infectious spirit of his high-spirited nephew, Fred.
Throughout this remarkable and intimate production, the audience is serenaded by carefully selected Christmas songs, presented in exquisite a capella arrangements. Medieval festive numbers, beloved carols, and contemporary classics are harmoniously performed by the intimate close-harmony group.
Immerse yourself in the heartwarming tale of love, compassion, and the true spirit of Christmas. Join us for an unforgettable experience, as we celebrate the season of goodwill and the magic of Dickens' A Christmas Carol.
A bar is available for refreshments at the venue.
Running time: 1hr 50 mins (inc 20 minute interval).
For tickets please visit: www.mintyspectre.co.uk
The Concert at Christmas
The Concert at Christmas is back! Still in its 7th year (as due to sickness last year didn’t happen); expect merriment, mince pies and mulled wine. Join us at patch, on beautiful Trinity Street in Colchester for a festive programme of live music and readings including barbershop, classic carols and Christmas hits. The very local cast are made up of professional actors, singers and musicians. You are in for a treat!
Doors are at 6.30, performance starts at 7pm.
All proceeds to raising money for this year’s chosen charity Refugee , Asylum Seeker & Migrant Action.
Most importantly there will be a raffle and mulled wine & mince pies available to buy.
To book visit: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/the-concert-at-christmas
🎄
A Christmas Carol In Concert
An atmospheric narration of Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas tale accompanied by an enchanting vocal quartet
This timeless narrative comes alive in Minty Spectre’s original adaptation of Dickens' cherished text, presented with characterful narration and captivating live singing that weaves its way through the heartwarming story.
Join our cast, featuring a narrator and vocal group, to encounter the host of well-loved characters who play a role in Scrooge's redemption, from the wise counsel of his deceased business partner, Marley, to the joyous memories of his merry one-time employer, Fezziwig, and the infectious spirit of his high-spirited nephew, Fred.
Throughout this remarkable and intimate production, the audience is serenaded by carefully selected Christmas songs, presented in exquisite a capella arrangements. Medieval festive numbers, beloved carols, and contemporary classics are harmoniously performed by the intimate close-harmony group.
Immerse yourself in the heartwarming tale of love, compassion, and the true spirit of Christmas. Join us for an unforgettable experience, as we celebrate the season of goodwill and the magic of Dickens' A Christmas Carol.
A bar is available for refreshments at the venue.
Running time: 1hr 50 mins (inc 20 minute interval).
For tickets please visit: www.mintyspectre.co.uk
Makerspace Market
Colchester Makerspace are excited to announce that following the success of our Summer Market, they will be having a Christmas Market on 9th December 10-4pm🎄
Artwork by @heidirosesharp
Makerspace Market, music & mince pies
Our pals at Colchester Makerspace are busy putting together a Christmas Market. Trust me - you want to be there for all your organised Christmas present buying. They asked if we'd tag along and we said yes of course!
On Friday 8th December we'll be open until 9pm satisfying all your mulled wine and mince pie needs plus we're putting on some music.
Join myself, my gorgeous sister-in-law Kirsten, my husband Abo and my ukelele Carole for some festive chunes. We'll be raising money for St Helena Hospice - a very close charity to my heart.
No need to book - just turn up! :-) Merry Christmas!
A Mind Full Of Pride
@tomstockcreates @slash_zine presents another A Mind Full Of Pride here at patch. Join us for a special evening celebrating local queer poetry, drag, spoken word, support groups, performance art and joy hosted and created by Tom.
Tickets £3 - please follow the link below for tickets
https://www.outsavvy.com/event/15838/mind-full-of-pride
Proceeds from the event will be split between the following organisations:
Open Road - https://www.openroad.org.uk/our-services/about-us/what-we-do/
Colchester Pride - https://www.colchesterpride.org/about-us
CENS - https://cens4homeless.org.uk/about/
Line up TBC!
Jazz @ patch ft. Paul Higgs
Join us for another fabulous evening of jazz, featuring Paul Higgs on trumpet with Zak Barrett (sax), Andy Watson (g), Simon Wood (fb) and Elmer van der Hoek (dr).
Tickets are £10pp and this includes a welcome fizz. Limited capacity, reserve your tickets in the café, or pop us an email on hello@patchcolchester.co.uk
Local beers, lovely wine, a selection of soft drinks and light bites will be available on the night.
We look forward to seeing you there!
poetry @ patch
Billie Vasquez-Walters and Ricci Read return with poetry @ patch. Enjoy an evening of local poetry. Line up to be announced shortly. All proceeds to the poets. Numbers are limited. Please book your space in the café, by phoning 07507722850 or via email on hello@patchcolchester.co.uk.
£: pay what you can afford
The Songs We Want To Sing
Join us (literally us - most of the patch staff will be singing :-) for an evening of songs and storytelling. We’re a bunch of friends singing together again for the first time in 10 years. Expect plentiful musical theatre and a few other genres thrown in.
Local beers, lovely wine and a selection of soft drinks will be available on the night.
All proceeds to Together We Grow (https://togetherwegrowcic.co.uk/)
Adult - £8
Child - £3
For tickets please follow the link below:
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/essex/patch/the-songs-we-want-to-sing/