Jane's Walk 2026 Launch & Film: The Essex Ways (Dir. Thomas Winward)

Join us for the opening of the 2026 Jane's Walk Festival with a screening of this newly released film, following the journeying of 'Man About Country', James Lawrence, on a 400km wander around the county of his birth, recounting the experiences and stories gathered along the way.

The film is also supported by a short, pre-recorded Q&A with James, filmed when we managed to track him down remotely on his continuing travels around the UK in support of this film. With this evening in mind, various local Jane’s Walkers put their questions directly to him...

The evening includes an annual toast to Jane’s Jacobs, the festival namesake, this year given by guest speakers, Dorian and Sheila Kelly.

There is wonderful food (veggie chilli) from The Commons kitchen and a pay bar.

And finally a raffle (to be drawn at the conclusion if the festival) with great top prizes!

Tickets £10
Book your ticket at https://JW2026-Festival-Launch.eventbrite.co.uk

Read the full programme for Jane's Walks at
https://www.walkcolchester.org.uk/janes-walk