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What's On in Thurrock this weekend: Take a look back at the past!

Local News by Nub News Reporter 30th Jul 2026  
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OUR preview of 'What's On in jo Thurrock' picks out a selection of events hosted on our events guide.

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Saturday brings a chance to write with style in a timeless fashion with a creative Calligraphy & Handwriting Workshop

The workshop is designed to inspire confidence, creativity and meaningful connection through the art of writing.

Find out more: https://thurrock.nub.news/whats-on/community-events/medieval-scribe-experience-92088

On Saturday there are a couple of events at the Wharf pub in Grays with a Drag show in the afternoon featuring Ruby Viole. followed by memories of the Old New Prleans at Lakeside.

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Learn more here. https://thurrock.nub.news/whats-on/leisure/turning-back-the-wheels-of-time-93361

Turning back time will also be the theme of an event which begins at the Thameside complex in Grays.

The free Toys through Time' exhibition is a trip through how toys have changed through the Victorian era to present day, with a special focus on what toys have been most iconic - from the original Kenner Star Wars collection to Barbie; there's bound to be a loved childhood toy in this collection.

Find out more here: https://thurrock.nub.news/whats-on/culture/toys-through-time-exhibition-and-event-92632

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