As more and more events are being organised locally, Nub News has launched a new weekly roundup of what's on in Burnham-on-Crouch and the Dengie each weekend.

Every Thursday we will bring you our top picks of the events in our What's On section for the coming weekend.

And don't forget, if your business or organisation is running an event, you can advertise it for free with Burnham and Dengie Nub News.

Simply follow this link to our What's On section and click the black 'Nub It' button to get started.

Here are our top picks for what to do in Burnham-on-Crouch and the Dengie in the coming days:

1. Stargaze with the East Essex Astronomy Club

The East Essex Astronomy Club is holding its monthly meeting in the town this Saturday (16 October) - and everyone is welcome to join.

Come down to Burnham-on-Crouch Village Hall, at 2 Arcadia Road, to listen to a talk or presentation on an astronomical topic, followed by observing the skies afterwards if clear.

The meeting will start at 6.45pm and finish at 9pm.

Click here for more details.

2. Support the boys from Burnham-on-Crouch Rugby Club

Show your support for the town's 1st rugby team this Saturday (16 October), as the boys play against the Pegasus Palmerians RFC for their first full home league match of the season.

The game will kick off at 3pm at Burnham Rugby Club at the Dengie Hundred Sports Centre on Millfields.

Get behind the team and give them a good home crowd!

Read more about the game here.

3. Run the Burnham 10K

This weekend, you can experience a 10K like no other - from the coastal paths on the seawall of the Dengie peninsula to adventurous trails spanning the open countryside and a finish through the main streets of Burnham.

Yes, the annual Burnham 10K is back with a special autumn date for 2021.

Starting and finishing at the Dengie Hundred Sports Centre, on Millfields in Burnham-on-Crouch, there will be free parking, changing and toilets available - plus plenty of space to bring friends and family.

Tickets cost £16 each, which you can purchase here.

Find out more about this year's race here.

For more local events follow this link to our What's On page.