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Constable 250: Carry on Constable Art Exhibition

Colchester Art Society celebrates it’s 80th birthday alongside Constable’s 250th anniversary. The Society members respond to Constable’s work in the place he loved to paint most of all.

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  • Free event (admission applies)

Colchester Art Society celebrates it’s 80th birthday alongside Constable’s 250th anniversary. The Society members respond to Constable’s work in the place he loved to paint most of all.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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Flatford Granary

Upcoming events

Constable 250: Flatford Guided Tour 

This year is the 250th anniversary of John Constable's birth, so Join us for a fascinating guided tour to learn more about his life and work. As you walk, see the iconic views that inspired Constable's masterpieces such as the Hay Wain and...

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11 May to 26 Sep 2026
at 11:30 to 12:30+ 119 other dates or times

Half Term Garden Games 

We'll have spread a range of garden games on the Granary Lawn for you to enjoy. Suitable for all ages, although children must be supervised.

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23 May to 31 May 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 8 other dates or times

Family Nature Day 

Join the fun and go wild at the Flatford Nature Day. There will be craft activities to try, trails to follow and nature clues to hunt.

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26 May 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00

Constable 250: Suffolk Archives on Tour 

Discover more about Suffolk's famous artist John Constable, who celebrates his 250th birthday on the 11 June this year. Suffolk Archives bring their Archives on Tour trailer, which this year features a mini exhibition about John Constable.

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30 May 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00