What’s on

Ukraini-Ceilidh – A mash up of British folk and Ukrainian traditional music and dance.

Join us for a fun day of creativity and a delicious cream tea! Bring your family and friends and enjoy the day together. Easels and paints provided: no artistic talent required just bring yourself. Children are welcome.

Join us for the finale of Poetic Place, Havering London’s project that celebrates and engages young people and marginalized communities in Havering with the power of poetry and spoken word. Expect performance, music and activities at this lively celebration.

Explore the rich history of this Hidden Gem that is St Mary Magdalene Church  Sited in North Ockendon on the edge of the East London fenland, outside the M25 where pilgrims past and were baptised at St Cedds well, enjoy the beauty and tranquility of this ancient building in its rural surroundings.

Elm Park Horticultural Guild welcomes you to our Spring Flower Show. Enjoy floral displays and refreshments with home made cake.

Experience an exciting youth-led showcase! Young organisers create a concert-style event where emerging musicians and performers take the stage to share their talents.

Join us to experience the work of local artists and take part in our free workshops.

Free weekly rehearsals in Romford, open to everyone  – asylum seekers, refugees and new residents.

Our monthly BYOC (bring your own craft) social is a relaxed, welcoming space for women who love to make things – or simply wants a cosy afternoon surrounded by creativity.

Discover the cultural delights and hidden treasures of London in this fascinating voyage of discovery talk.

Join us for a exploration of the story of the last sea-going Paddle steamer P.S. Waverley.

Unleash your inner artist while sipping your fave drink—paint, relax, and have a blast with friends! No experience needed – just bring your creativity and good vibes. It’s all about relaxing, painting, and having a great time with friends, family or come on your own.

Nick Bracken, Deputy Lieutenant for London Borough of Havering shares his remarkable story of growing up in Plaistow to becoming the Commander at New Scotland Yard in 2011.

Come and celebrate Blossom from Friday 20 March at Rainham Hall Community Garden.​

This is a relaxed concert for the whole family. Including extracts from Wicked, Pirates of the Caribbean, Dr Who and more.

The History of: Women in the Met and Women Criminals. A talk by Dr Clare Smith

Come along to Rainham Hall Garden this Easter for a buzzing new adventure in nature. Free entry to the garden. Charge applies for Easter trail.

Join us and become a Pirate, learn about the Pirate Code and share some of Pirate Pete’s Chocolate Treasure.

Hosted by BBC Radio 3’s Ian Skelly, experience the magic of live opera with Thames Opera Company and award-winning special guests. Join us for two enchanting evenings and enjoy a selection of classical opera pieces full of passion, spectacle and drama!

The UK’s ultimate tribute to Billy Joel returns to the Brookside Theatre!

The UK’s Level 42 Tribute, Never 42 come to Brookside Theatre in Romford on Saturday 22 August 2026.

Explore this rural part of Havering that retains many of the historic features of an agricultural community that lived and worked in the east London fenland through many centuries. Take time to absorb the tranquil natural setting of the church that sits next to St Cedd’s Well, where pilgrims walked.

Join us for a fun social time, knitting and crocheting.

Come and join our friendly Creative Writing Club which runs fortnightly. £1 per session, refreshments provided.

Learn new skills and meet new friends whilst taking part in gardening and nature based activities.

Weekly Free Creative Writing sessions. Bring your notebook and let your imagination flow for a relaxed hour.

All free, no previous experience necessary, and all are welcome. See you there!

Gentle yoga session in the garden.

Weekly Free Creative Writing sessions. Bring your notebook and let your imagination flow for a relaxed hour.

All free, no previous experience necessary, and all are welcome. See you there!

Weekly FREE craft club, try out different crafts or bring your own along.

Music and social club for people with dementia and their carers.