by The Baytree | Jul 24, 2026 | Event, Giveaway
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WIN A FAMILY TICKET TO BRICK FESTIVAL 🧩
Calling all LEGO® fans! We’ve teamed up with the Brentwood Brick Festival to give one lucky family the chance to win tickets to this fantastic event. Taking place on Sunday 16th August at The Brentwood Centre, the festival is packed with fun for all ages, including:
🧱 Incredible large-scale LEGO displays
🏁 Speed building competitions
🎨 Hands-on building activities
🛍️ Traders selling LEGO sets, loose bricks, minifigures and accessories
🏗️ A dedicated building area for budding builders
For the chance to WIN, simply click here.
❌ This competition ends 11:59pm Sunday 2nd August
📅 The winner will be announced Monday 3rd August
Good Luck! 🤞 #WinWithTheBaytree
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by The Baytree | Jul 23, 2026 | Event, News
End date: 18/08/2026 3:00 pm
Looking for a fun way to keep the kids entertained this summer holidays? Join us at The Baytree Shopping Centre from 10am until 3pm for The Great Baytree Craft Along!
Travel back in time for our Jurassic Craft Zone, where little explorers can enjoy a FREE dinosaur-themed craft session. From prehistoric creations to roaringly good crafts, it’s the perfect activity for budding palaeontologists and dinosaur fans alike!
While you’re here, don’t forget to visit The Baytree Beach! Open daily from 10am until 4pm (weather permitting), it’s the perfect place for children to play while parents can sit back and relax.
We’re delighted to welcome Saint Francis Hospice back too! Support the charity through their hamper raffle and donations while learning more about their fantastic work.
Tuesday 18th August
10am until 3pm
The Baytree Shopping Centre
FREE family craft session, no booking required
Join us for a roarsome day of creativity, imagination and summer holiday fun!
by The Baytree | Jul 23, 2026 | Event, News
End date: 11/08/2026 3:00 pm
Looking for a fun way to keep the kids entertained this summer holidays? Join us at The Baytree Shopping Centre from 10am until 3pm for The Great Baytree Craft Along!
Get ready to build, create and let imaginations run wild as little ones enjoy a FREE construction-themed craft session. From colourful creations to brick-inspired fun, it’s the perfect activity for budding builders and creative minds alike!
While you’re here, don’t forget to visit The Baytree Beach! Open daily from 10am until 4pm (weather permitting), it’s the perfect place for children to play while parents can sit back and relax.
We’re delighted to also welcome Active Essex to the event! They’ll be bringing even more summer holiday fun with football keyring making, hoopla and a “Stick the Football on the Goal” challenge, perfect for keeping little ones entertained!
Tuesday 11th August
10am until 3pm
The Baytree Shopping Centre
FREE family craft session, no booking required
Bring the family along and join us for a day full of building, creativity and summer fun!
by The Baytree | Jul 23, 2026 | Event, News
End date: 04/08/2026 3:00 pm
Looking for a fun way to keep the kids entertained this summer holidays? Join us at The Baytree Shopping Centre from 10am until 3pm for The Great Baytree Craft Along!
Calling all little superheroes!
Get ready for a day of Pow! Bam! Create! as children enjoy a FREE superhero-themed craft session, designing and creating their own heroic masterpieces to take home. There will also be FREE face painting for your little ones to dress up as their favourite hero! 💫
While you’re here, don’t forget to visit The Baytree Beach! Open daily from 10am until 4pm (weather permitting), it’s the perfect place for children to play while parents can sit back and relax.
We are also delighted to be welcoming the wonderful team from Saint Francis Hospice to our Superhero Craft Along!
Children will have the chance to meet Frankie the Lion throughout the day and take part in a special colouring activity, where they can transform Frankie into their very own superhero.
The team will also be sharing information about their upcoming events and campaigns, as well as hosting a charity hamper raffle and accepting donations.
Tuesday 4th August
10am until 3pm
The Baytree Shopping Centre
FREE family craft session, no booking required
by The Baytree | Jul 23, 2026 | Event, News
End date: 28/07/2026 3:00 pm
Looking for a fun way to keep the kids entertained this summer holidays? Join us at The Baytree Shopping Centre from 10am until 3pm for The Great Baytree Craft Along!
Get ready for a magical day of unicorns, rainbows and plenty in between as little ones enjoy a FREE unicorn-themed craft session, creating colourful masterpieces to take home.
While you’re here, don’t forget to visit The Baytree Beach! Open daily from 10am until 4pm (weather permitting), it’s the perfect place for children to play while parents can sit back and relax.
Tuesday 28th July
10am until 3pm
The Baytree Shopping Centre
FREE family craft session, no booking required
by The Baytree | Jul 17, 2026 | Event, News
The school holidays are finally here, and if you’re looking for a fun, affordable day out with the family, The Baytree Shopping Centre has everything you need to keep little ones entertained while parents can relax and enjoy a well-earned break.
Our much-loved FREE beach is open every day from 10am until 4pm, bringing a taste of the seaside to the heart of Brentwood. Children can dig, build sandcastles, play in the sand and let their imaginations run wild, making it the perfect place to burn off some energy during the summer holidays.
While the children are busy having fun, parents and grandparents can take the opportunity to unwind. Whether it’s enjoying a freshly brewed coffee, stopping for lunch or treating the family to an ice cream from Cafe Neon 7, there are plenty of delicious food and drink options right on the beach’s doorstep.
After enjoying the beach, why not make a day of it? Browse your favourite stores, pick up those back-to-school essentials, discover the latest fashion, or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll around the centre.
Best of all, the beach is completely FREE to enjoy, making it an ideal way to keep the children entertained throughout the holidays without stretching the budget.
So pack your buckets and spades, gather the family and head down to The Baytree Shopping Centre this summer. Whether you’re visiting for an hour or spending the whole day with us, we’re looking forward to welcoming you for plenty of sunshine, smiles and seaside fun.
🏖️ FREE Beach
📅 Open daily
⏰ 10am – 4pm
📍 The Baytree Shopping Centre, Brentwood
We can’t wait to see you this summer! ☀️🌴
