Welcome
Welcome, take your time, look around, and learn all there is to know about us. We hope you enjoy our story and take a moment to drop us a line.
About Us
Our History
The Earls Colne Recreation Club is located on the A1124 Halstead Road, in Earls Colne.
The club is a place where people of all ages and abilities have the opportunity to take part in a wide range of activities, or just come and relax in the bar.
The Trust
In the mid 1800’s the Hunt family established the Atlas Works in Earls Colne. For much of the 20th century Atlas Works was a significant employer until it closed in1988. During 1965 the William Hunt Trust was established with the purpose of using its funds in support of “General Charitable Purposes”. From this a further charitable trust “The Earls Colne Recreation Ground Trust” was established in September 1977. The Club continues to abide by the Trust Deed and is a registered charity
The Colnes Food & Drink Festival
The story so far.........As a charity we are always trying to find more ways to raise the profile of the club and bring the community together, and what better way to bring people together than with food and drink.
So September 2023 the festival is born.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please reach us at if you cannot find an answer to your question.
September 9th 2023 10am - 2pm
We have many different vendors for you to visit. Have a wander, try a sample, buy a prezzie for yourself, watch a cooking demo, join in in a wine tasting, the list goes on.
Entry to the festival is only £3 however pre-purchased tickets are reduced to £2
As with all events there are many overhead costs, we are a charity so the entry fees help us to provide this amazing facility to the community
Well behaved dogs are more than welcome but they must be kept on the lead and YOU must clean up after them
Please email info@ecrc.uk for a booking form with the terms and conditions.
Photo Gallery of Who's Coming
Essex Bakery
Colne Valley Wines
Alison's Adventures in Chutneyland
Matopos Gin
Balaboosta Street food
English Spirit
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Contact Us
Better yet, see us in person!
We love our customers and Traders, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.
Earls Colne recreation Club
Halstead Road, Earls Colne, Colchester, CO6 2NG, United Kingdom
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