For the interest of Members, events for the coming months are listed below.
Our President, Nick Robins, invites you to join him to enjoy an informal and relaxed three course lunch. Rochford Hall is a Grade One listed building dating back to around 1480 and being steeped in history richly adds to our enjoyment of dining in the company of fellow Old Southendians. This event is open to OSA Members and Partners.
Please book early to avoid disappointment. Payment by Cheque or by BACS accepted - see the March 2026 Events Sub-Committee Newsletter for booking details. Please advise of any dietary requirements when booking.
Fancy Footwork: Four Centuries on the Dance Floor
Join us for an evening of music based on the theme of "dance" with renowned organist Stephen King. Organist Emeritus at Brentwood Cathedral, Stephen is celebrated far and wide, with special connections to music in Essex, including to the Southend Boys Choir and Southend Girls Choir.
More information and tickets will be available at: www.osos.org.uk/events
Following the success of the 2025 Summer Dinner Dance, we're pleased to share the date of this year's Festival of Music, featuring SHSB Big Band musicians past and present. This once again promises to be a spectacular show with talented instrumentalists and singers.
Booking is now open, with tickets available from £25, or £40 seated. Food will be served from our delicious pop-up stalls (available to buy on the night). Email to reserve your place and avoid disappointment!
Musicians: please see a note from Andy Berry here to get involved!
Save the Date! We return to Balls Brothers in the City of London. The firm have been wine merchants for 150 years and their bars and restaurants have been regular city haunts for over half a century. The Minster Court restaurant is situated in the heart of the City and close to Fenchurch Street Station. Booking will open when the Summer Events newsletter is released.
Save the Date! By popular demand, we return to this venue where the views of the golf course and surrounding countryside complement our favourite 3-course Carvery Lunch. This event is open to OSA Members and Partners. Booking will open when the Summer Events newsletter is released.
Stay tuned for details of our Wine Tasting Event for 2026! Booking will open when the Summer Events newsletter is released.
Save the Date: Join The Old Southendian Organ Society for an afternoon of music with award-winning Gaudeamus choir, as we share choral music and explore the role of the organ in accompaniment.
This concert aligns with the Annual Reunion Dinner - an ideal afternoon's entertainment as a prelude to the evening's event.
Tickets will be available for purchase from the summer.
Save the Date for the OSA’s main Event of the year! Booking will open when the Summer Events newsletter is released.