Our Stories
Havering is full of stories — it’s time to unearth them.
The people and places that shaped Havering’s communities, the memories that deserve to be remembered, and the heritage that belongs to everyone but isn’t found in any history book.
Our Stories is changing that: funding 20 projects to uncover and celebrate Havering's hidden heritage. Open to local artists, community groups, and residents, each project receives £4,500 to bring an untold story to life in whatever creative form feels right.
Every funded project receives one-to-one support, a heritage plaque at their significant place, and a permanent listing on Havering's digital heritage map, culminating in a community launch event.
These are your stories. Let's make them last.
Part of Havering Unearthed. Havering Unearthed is supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Historic England, Romford BID, Arts Council England and London Borough of Havering.
Learn More About Awarded Projects
Raphael Park project awarded to Eastside Community Heritage
Raphael Park has anchored Havering life for over a century, and this project captures its personal significance through the voices of local residents. Led by Eastside Community Heritage in partnership with Friends of Raphael Park, the project will gather oral history interviews and vox pops collecting memories. Residents will co-design collages printed onto an eco banner, displayed across the park railing alongside a pop up exhibition and downloadable audio trail.
Trevor’s Stall project awarded to Rufus Boothe, Poppy Boothe, and Sam Goodey
Trevor’s Stall tells the story of Trevor Boothe, a second-generation Windrush descendant, aspiring photographer turned market trader, and a beloved figure on Romford Market from the late 1970s through the 1990s. A family-led documentary directed by his grandchildren, the film traces Trevor’s Jamaican roots, his family’s arrival on the Empire Windrush, and the vibrant market culture that shaped a generation of Havering’s working-class young men. With contributions from playwright David Eldridge, who once worked on Trevor’s stall himself, and an original score by local musicians, the project culminates in a public screening at Lumiere Cinema and the unveiling of a Havering London heritage plaque near The Bull Pub.
Have an idea? Here's how to apply
- Download and read the submission pack
- Got questions? Download our Frequently Asked Questions info sheet.
- Click the link below to take you to the Typeform and apply!
- Have more questions? Book a 15-minute call with the Our Stories team at Havering London. We’re here to support you every step of the way. Nompumelelo is available
- Monday 11am-12pm & 6pm-7pm
- Friday 11am-12pm
Our Stories – Round 2
Submissions are open now and close on 3 May 2026, 23:59 GMT