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A round-up of this week's top stories and events in Chelmsford.
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Chelmsford’s general election results
*Marie Goldman* of the *Liberal Democrats* has been *elected MP for the Chelmsford constituency* in the general election.
Following a busy night of counting at Chelmsford Sport and Athletics Centre, *the result was declared just before 3am on Friday 5 July*, with Marie Goldman winning *20,214 votes* and being named the new MP for Chelmsford.
Find the full results in City Life.
General election result 2024 is announced
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Chelmsford Fake Festival returns to Central Park
Chelmsford Fake Festival returns to *Central Park* tomorrow, *Saturday 6 July*, to showcase some of the greatest music tribute acts from across the UK. There’s still time to grab last-minute tickets. Advance sales end tonight (Friday 5 July) and any unsold tickets will be available to purchase at the gate tomorrow.
Chelmsford Fake Festival
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Discover at Chelmsford Theatre
This summer, *Discover at Chelmsford Theatre* is giving young people the chance to learn new skills and find out *what goes on behind the scenes at a theatre*. With workshops and masterclasses for children aged 6 all the way up to 18, participants can discover more about musical theatre, singing, street dance, acting, puppetry, stage combat and audition techniques.
Discover at Chelmsford Theatre
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Immersion Theatre presents Peter Pan at Hylands Estate
Immersion Theatre invites you to their next outdoor theatre instalment at Hylands Estate – Peter Pan! The *beloved children’s tale* comes to Hylands on *Wednesday 21 August*, bringing happy thoughts, catchy music, and all your favourite characters, from the mischievous Peter to the infamous Captain Hook.
Peter Pan at Hylands Estate
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What the Butler Saw comes to Chelmsford Theatre
Joe Orton’s What the Butler Saw is coming to Chelmsford Theatre from *Thursday 25* to *Saturday 27 July*. Orton’s final and most ambitious play brings together an array of distinctive characters and places them in a series of improbable situations, exploring comic territory few playwrights before or since have dared to visit.
What the Butler Saw
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Explore ‘Baker Country’ this August
Following two sold-out walks earlier this summer J.A. Baker expert, David Simmonds, leads another *free walk through ‘Baker Country’* this August. Join David on a 5km trail tracing the legendary nature writer’s links to Admirals Park and Writtle. Make sure you bring a pair of wellies as the route may be muddy!
J.A. Baker expert, David Simmonds
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'Tap for Change' donation points
A new tap donation point has been installed in the High Street to support local charities working with people who find themselves homeless. Chelmsford For You has installed a ‘*Tap for Change’ terminal in the window of Waterstones* which allows donations of £3 to be sent straight to *CHESS* and *Sanctus* to help them carry out their work. More tap points are planned soon.
Tap for Change scheme launches
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Summer camps early bird discount
Chelmsford City Sports' Mini Camps, City Camps and kids' courses are back this summer, in locations across *Chelmsford* and *South Woodham Ferrers*. There’s something for everyone, from ice skating to inflatables, and parkour to parties! *Book by Tuesday 9 July* to take advantage of an *early bird* booking discount.
Summer camps early bird discount
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Generals Lane road closure
Generals Lane will be closed for improvement works from 8 July to 29 August. During this time, access to New Hall School will be maintained via White Hart Lane and Remembrance Avenue entrances. The works are part of a larger programme of infrastructure improvements being carried out to support the creation of the new Beaulieu Park railway station.
Generals Lane road closure
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