Our weekly preview of 'What's On in Thurrock' picks out a selection of events hosted on our events guide.

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There are a host of outdoor events to enjoy over the weekend for families who will be making the most of the last weekend before a return to school for youngsters across the borough.

On Friday (30 August) Essex Wildlife Trust Thameside Nature Discovery Park will be playing host to a production of the much-loved Beatrix Potter Tale, The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck.

Prevented from hatching her eggs at the farm, foolish Jemima goes in search of a nesting place in the forest and soon she meets a charming 'whiskered gentleman' who offers her the perfect nesting place in his wood-shed.

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 But why is his wood-shed full of feathers and why is he asking her to collect the herbs for roast duck? Kip the farm dog fears the worst…

Michael Whitmore's delightful new adaptation is packed full of songs, action and drama, with a score by Gideon Escott, and is guaranteed to to delight and enthrall all ages.

Find out more here: https://thurrock.nub.news/whats-on/theatre/thameside-outdoor-theatre-jemima-puddleduck-68755

One of the most popular annual events in Corringham is the Corringham Fire Station Open Day, which returns on Saturday.

https://thurrock.nub.news/whats-on/community-events/corringham-fire-stations-annual-open-day-70886

In Grays on Saturday Elm Road Open Space will play host to running events, accompanied by stalls and a barbecue.

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Why not pop along? It's free to enter, walk, jog, crawl or hop yourself round and get a certificate, BBQ, arts and few stalls.

https://thurrock.nub.news/whats-on/community-events/1km-and-3-km-challenge-70312

And on Saturday at the Thameside Theatre, outsdoors goes indoors with a free talk by Allotments expert Twiggs Way: "Plots and Politics, A History of the Allotment!"

As part of the Theatre's "On The Allotment" exhibition, garden historian and researcher Twigs Way will explore the story of the allotment and its importance throughout history.

https://thurrock.nub.news/whats-on/community-events/allotment-talk-70568

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