Colchester Round Table 367

16/02/2026

Thirteen thousand reasons to be proud!

Last Thursday we celebrated an amazing afternoon handing out cheques to deserving local charities at our cheque presentation ceremony at Specsavers on Long Wyre Street.

The event was attended by The Lord Mayor of Colchester, the Chair of Colchester Round Table 367, staff from Specsavers - our headline sponsor - as well as some of the amazing businesses who sponsored our evening collections and - importantly - the charities who will benefit from the contributions of the amazing residents of Colchester.

We were delighted to present cheques worth nearly £13,500 to local charities, thanks to the generosity of everyone who sponsored or donated during our December Santa Sleigh collections.

Are you interested in finding out more and getting involved? Or joining the Round Table and being part of something different? Drop us a message and someone will be in touch.

28/01/2026

We’re very excited to announce our charity quiz night - taking place on Friday 13th March at the Colchester Rugby club! Tickets are £7 and all proceeds are going to our chosen charities : Invasion Colchester and Myeloma UK. Interested in coming along? Please pay £7 to the bank account below and message us to let us know how many of you are coming! Fancy joining but don’t have a team? Don’t worry, we can add you to a group on the night!
Looking forward to an evening of fun, raising money for these two incredible charities 💰

27/01/2026

Big announcement coming soon…

We’re looking forward to our upcoming Charity Cheque Presentation Event, celebrating the incredible generosity shown by residents of Colchester throughout our Christmas Santa Sleigh collections.

The event will be held in Specsavers on Long Wyre Street on Thursday 5th February from 1pm – 2.30pm, and be attended by the Right Worshipful Lord Mayor of Colchester.

They will be joined by the team from Specsavers, our headline sponsor, the amazing businesses who both made donations and brought out teams of support on the night, and the fantastic local charities receiving cheques.

This event is an opportunity to recognise the collective effort of businesses, volunteers, and the community who have come together to make a real difference during the festive season.

A massive thank you to everyone who supported the collections - your kindness is helping make a real difference to local charities. If you’d like to donate, you still can on our website at: https://givestar.io/gs/colchester-santa-sleigh

18/12/2025

🎅✨ FINAL NIGHT! SANTA VISITS WEST BERGHOLT TONIGHT! ✨🎄

It’s the grand finale of this year’s Colchester Santa Sleigh and we’re closing the tour with festive sparkle in West Bergholt! Join us as we wrap up an incredible season of Christmas magic, community spirit, and generosity. 🌟🎁

🌟 TONIGHT'S ROUTE: WEST BERGHOLT 🌟
📅 Thursday, 18th December 2025
⏰ Starts at 6pm
🔗 Route map: https://colchestersantasleigh.co.uk/routes/west-bergholt/

Tonight’s run is in support of The Tom Bowdidge Youth Cancer Foundation, an incredible charity dedicated to supporting teenagers and young adults with cancer. Your kindness helps change lives. 💙

Learn more: https://www.tombowdidgefoundation.org/

🎄 A HUGE THANK YOU to our wonderful sponsors John Fowlers LLP Solicitors, Begbies Traynor, and Dye & Durham for making tonight’s sleigh run possible! 🙌

https://www.johnfowlers.co.uk/
https://www.begbies-traynorgroup.com/
https://dyedurham.co.uk/

👓✨ And a very special shout-out to our main sponsor, Specsavers, for their incredible support throughout the entire event!

Wrap up warm, bring the family out, and enjoy the festive magic as Santa brings joy to West Bergholt tonight! 🎅🎄✨

💛 If you can’t make it tonight but still wish to support the cause, you can donate online here: https://givestar.io/gs/colchester-santa-sleigh

18/12/2025

🎄 What a cracking Christmas meal! 🎄

Recently, the gents of Colchester Round Table 367 descended upon the Lexden Crown, and we're pleased to report the restaurant is still standing! 🍽️😄

From the festive paper crowns (worn with pride by grown men) to the excellent food and even better company, it was a proper Christmas celebration. Special thanks to the Lexden Crown for putting up with our festive cheer and keeping the drinks flowing! 🍻

Fair warning to other diners: if you see ten blokes in paper crowns taking selfies at your local restaurant, don't be alarmed - it's just Round Table doing what we do best!

17/12/2025

🎅✨ SANTA IS COMING TO ST. JOHN’S TONIGHT! ✨🎄

The festive fun continues as Santa’s Sleigh arrives in St. John’s this evening! Get ready for jingling bells, sparkling lights, and plenty of Christmas cheer as Santa makes his way through the neighbourhood. 🌟🎁

🌟 TONIGHT'S ROUTE: ST. JOHN’S 🌟
📅 Wednesday, 17th December 2025
⏰ Starts at 6pm
🔗 Route map: https://colchestersantasleigh.co.uk/routes/st-johns/

Tonight’s run proudly supports Disability4Sport, an inspiring charity helping individuals with disabilities access inclusive and empowering sporting opportunities. Your support truly makes a difference. 💙
Learn more: https://www.disability4sport.co.uk/

🎄 A BIG THANK YOU to our local sponsors Mortgage Mantra and Actual Radio for helping make tonight possible! 🙌

https://www.mortgagemantra.co.uk/
https://www.actualradio.com/

👓✨ And a special shoutout to our main sponsor Specsavers, for their incredible support throughout the entire event!

Bundle up, bring your loved ones, and come enjoy the magic as Santa brings festive joy to St. John’s tonight! 🎅🎄✨

💛 If you can’t catch Santa in person but would still like to show your support, you can donate online here: https://givestar.io/gs/colchester-santa-sleigh

16/12/2025

🎅✨ SANTA IS COMING TO ST. MICHAEL’S ESTATE TONIGHT! ✨🎄

The festive excitement continues as Santa’s Sleigh makes its way through St. Michael’s Estate this evening! Expect twinkling lights, joyful waves, and plenty of Christmas cheer as Santa brings magic to your neighbourhood. 🌟🎁

🌟 TONIGHT'S ROUTE: ST. MICHAEL’S ESTATE 🌟
📅 Tuesday, 16th December 2025
⏰ Starts at 6pm
🔗 Route map: https://colchestersantasleigh.co.uk/routes/st-michaels-estate/

Tonight’s sleigh run proudly supports Headway Essex, a wonderful charity providing crucial support for people living with acquired brain injuries. Your generosity makes a real impact. 💙

Learn more: https://www.headwayessex.org.uk/

🎄 A BIG THANK YOU to our sponsors Kew Law LLP and Dye & Durham for helping bring Santa’s visit to life! 🙌

https://www.kewlaw.co.uk/
https://www.dyedurham.com/

👓✨ And a special shoutout to our main sponsor Specsavers, for their incredible support throughout the entire event!

Wrap up warm, gather your loved ones, and join us as Santa spreads festive joy across St. Michael’s Estate tonight! 🎅🎄✨

💛 If you’re unable to see Santa in person but would still like to show your support, you can donate online here: https://givestar.io/gs/colchester-santa-sleigh

15/12/2025

🎅✨ SANTA IS COMING TO RIVERSIDE TONIGHT! ✨🎄

The festive magic continues as Santa’s Sleigh rolls into Riverside this evening! Get ready for jingling bells, sparkling lights, and that unmistakable Christmas cheer. 🌟🎁

🌟 TONIGHT'S ROUTE: RIVERSIDE 🌟
📅 Monday, 15th December 2025
⏰ Starts at 6pm
🔗 Route map: https://colchestersantasleigh.co.uk/routes/riverside/

Tonight’s sleigh run proudly supports Next Chapter, a local charity providing vital support and refuge for those experiencing domestic abuse. Your kindness truly makes a difference. 💙

Learn more: https://www.thenextchapter.org.uk/

🎄 A BIG THANK YOU to our sponsor Streets Accountants for helping bring Santa’s visit to life! 🙌

https://www.streets.uk/

👓✨ And a special shout-out to our main sponsor, Specsavers, for their incredible support throughout the entire event!

Bundle up warm, bring the family, and join us as Santa spreads Christmas joy across Riverside tonight! 🎅🎄✨

💛 If you’re unable to see Santa in person but would still like to show your support, you can donate online here: https://givestar.io/gs/colchester-santa-sleigh

11/12/2025