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Friends of The Nottage

The Friends of The Nottage are a group of supporters who may use our facilities and attend six lectures on a variety of subjects during the winter months. Friends also have use of our extensive maritime library, and receive a copy of our Newsletter, either by email or post.

The Nottage Maritime Institute on The Quay, Wivenhoe is a unique and historic institution. For an annual subscription of just £15 or £25 per couple, you can become a “Friend of the Nottage”. This represents a great investment; not only will you help the Nottage to continue its important activities, but you can also attend our winter lecture series completely free of charge. All talks begin at 7.30pm and generally finish by 9.30pm. You are welcome to bring guests, for a small donation and subject to availability of seats.

To apply to be a Friend, please click on the link below to download the enrolment form.

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Our Programme of Lectures

The River Colne and how it shaped our Community

Thursday 11 December
This talk is intended to help and inform people who don’t use the River Colne but who want to know more about the river which has shaped our riverside communities, is environmentally important and which provides an exciting playground for leisure use today. The speaker is Bernie Hetherington, a member of the Nottage Maritime Institute Committee, a qualified RYA instructor, sailor and former Brightlingsea Harbour Master.
Doors open at 6.30pm Talk starts at 7.00 p.m.
Cost £5 Free to Friends

Ocean with David Attenborough

Wednesday 17 December 2025
We are delighted to be screening the film ‘Ocean with David Attenborough’ as part of a special ‘100 Years of Community Cinema Festival’ running until the end of the year. David Attenborough draws on a lifetime of experience to reveal Earth’s most spectacular underwater habitats, showing that we’re in the greatest age of Ocean discovery and highlighting its vital importance. While exposing the Ocean’s biggest challenges, Attenborough’s message is one of hope: the opportunity for marine life recovery on an unprecedented scale is within reach. Tickets £3 Doors open at 6.45 p.m. Screening starts at 7.30 p.m. Mulled wine and mince pies will be available.