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Community Cafe
Every Friday • New Windmill Hall
New Windmill HallCommunity Café at New Windmill Hall takes place every Friday from 10.30am to 3.30pm, offering free entry, affordable food and drinks, friendly company and activities for wellbeing.
Open to everyone, it provides a welcoming space to meet others, relax and take part in community life.
Walking On Sunshine
N/A • Kathy Mead
Havering Road Methodist Church HallA funny, sunny show full of toe-tappers and singalong favourites!
Charity Quiz Night
Saturday 4th July 2026 • Elm Park Community Association (EPCA)
Elm Park Community Association (EPCA)Come and test the old brain matter at our 4th July themed quiz night – booking in advance by emailing events@epca.org.uk
Cream Tea and Talk on The Bletchley Park Girls
Thursday, 20 August • Havering Museum
Havering MuseumA talk on the Secrets of the Bletchley Park Girls followed by a clotted cream tea. Advance booking required.
Guided Walk of Bloomsbury
Saturday, 20 June & Wednesday 23 September • Havering Museum
120 High Holborn, WC1V 6RDA stroll around the lovely gardens and squares of Bloomsbury and nearby, exploring the rich history of the area and the famous people who lived there. Book at museum. 9.30am at Romford Station returning by 16:00. Information sheet provided once a booking placed.
Friends of Havering Museum AGM & Guest Speaker
Wednesday, 17 June • Havering Museum
Havering MuseumBlue Plagues Talk by Gary Lewis starts at 13:30
Peek Frean, Biscuit Museum
Thursday, 11 June • Havering Museum
100 Drummond Road, Bermondsey, London, United KingdomAnother chance to visit Peek Frean, Biscuit Museum, Bermondsey
Built in 1866, Peek Frean and Co’s biscuit factory gave Bermondsey the nickname ‘Biscuit Town’ for popular creations that included the bourbon and the Garibaldi. Collect an information sheet on booking.
Guided Heritage Walk: Chafford Gorges
5th June 2026 • Thames Chase
3 1/2 mile Walk begins at Davy Down and around Chafford GorgesJoin us on 5th June to discover Chafford Georges
Summer Solstice Walk
21st June 2026 • Thames Chase
Thames ChaseJoin us for a summer solstice walk at Thames Chase and make the most of the longest day of the year!
Forest Flow and Wander
22nd August 2026 • Thames Chase
Thames ChaseJoin Yoga with Lauren on Saturday 22nd August for a deeply nourishing morning of yoga, meditation, and sound healing set in the beautiful surroundings of Thames Chase Forest Centre.
Master Your Camera in 5 Weeks
4 June 2026 for 5 consecutive weeks • Hannah Davis Creative
LumiereFive practical photography workshops helping beginners master shutter speed, aperture, ISO, portraits and creative challenges using their own cameras.
Volunteer Recruitment Evening
1 June 2026 • London Borough of Havering Early Help Service
St Kilda Children's Centre, RomfordAn opportunity to find out about volunteer opportunities that Havering’s Early Help Service can offer if you have a passion for supporting children, young people and families.
The Habbit Factory presents – 1 in 1,000
Saturday 20th June & Sunday 21st June 2026 • The Habbit Factory
Queen’s Theatre HornchurchIn this brand new musical, written and performed by 160 young people and 31 volunteers of THF, we meet Hatch, the 1 in 1000 hatchling who dives headfirst into an extraordinary underwater adventure. Packed with humour, heart, and popular musical numbers, 1 in 1000 is a vibrant underwater odyssey.
Langtons Summer Concert 2026
Sunday 7th June 2026 • Queen's Theatre
Langtons HouseLangtons Summer Concert is a popular annual event that attracts around 2,000 attendees enjoying an afternoon of both classical and popular music performed by Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra led by Jonathan Butcher.
Half Term Family Craft Session
Friday 29th May 2026 • S.M.I.L.E London and Essex
S.M.I.L.E. London & Essex CharityChildren will be able to create beautiful sun catchers and take part in other child-friendly crafts in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
The session is FREE to attend, however we kindly suggest a £1 donation per child if possible to help us cover resources
Butterfly Bay Exhibition at Fry’s Gallery, Hornchurch
Monday 18 May to Friday 5 June • Fairkytes Arts Centre
Fry’s Gallery
Upminster Comedy Club Presents Jacob Hawley
Thursday 18th June • Brewdog Upminster
Brewdog UpminsterHosted by The Social Event, this expertly run show features a lively MC and hand-picked acts. Headliner Jacob Hawley, as seen on The Russell Howard Show and Lad Bible, is out to try some new material ahead of his UK tour, “Fighting Age Man”.
Games Club
Every Friday • Hornchurch Library
Hornchurch LibraryCome and meet new friends, play cards, chess, draughts and other board games
Adult Reading Zone
Every Wednesday • Romford Central Library
Romford Central LibraryDo you know someone who needs help with reading, writing, speaking or spelling English? Romford Library has a dedicated team of volunteers who provide one to one help.
Kids treasure hunt
26 May 2026 – 30 May 2026 • Upminster Library
Upminster LibraryComplete the Challenge & recieve your Explorer reward! Includes an Upminster Park outdoor activity sheet & wordsearch.
Football Spin Drum craft
Saturday 6 June 2026 • Harold Hill Library
Harold Hill LibraryCome along to Harold Hill Library to design and decorate your own football-themed spin drums to use for The World Cup in 2026!
Harry Styles Together Together Bracelet making
Thursday 4 June 2026 • Upminster Library
Upminster LibraryReady, Steady Go get ready for the Together Together tour with our drop-in bracelet making session! We can’t wait to see what bracelets you create. We want to have a bunch of pictures showing your brilliant creations.
Langtons House Wedding Fair
Sunday 31st May 2026 • Langtons House
Langtons HouseGet lots of advice & tips for your big day at the Langtons House wedding fair, 10am-2pm, on Sunday 31 May
Pony Rides at Eastbrook Country Park
Friday 29th May 2026 • Eastbrook Country Park Tea Room
Eastbrook Country Park Tea RoomWe’re excited to be teaming up with our friends and neighbours at Eastminster School of Riding
Chess Club
Every Thursday • Elm Park Library
Elm Park LibraryCome along to Elm Park Library to take part in our Chess Club! Our volunteer will give you tips and set up games between people. Maybe you’ll even get good enough to beat him in a game!
In Stitches
Every Thursday • Elm Park Library
Elm Park LibraryJoin our friendly Elm Park Library group for some crafting! Bring your own project to work on and enjoy some knitting, crocheting and stitching together.
Three Art Thursday – Casual Club
Every third Thursday • Mercury Mall
Mercury MallUnleash your creative talents every third Thursday of the month with artists Gill and Nigel, for FREE!
Three Art Thursday – All Artists Club
Every third Thursday • Mercury Mall
Mercury MallUnleash your creative talents every third Thursday of the month with artists Gill and Nigel for FREE!
VIP Junior K-POP Super Fan Experience
Saturday 30th May • Mercury Mall
Mercury MallCalling all young K-POP fans!
Enjoy a unique performance from the K POP superfans!
This is the ultimate POP party with so much fun! Enjoy LIVE singalong performances & meet the band and have your picture taken too!
Breakfast Club – Knit and Natter
Every Monday • Mercury Mall
Mercury MallJoin our knitting session and help us create items to donate to local causes. All materials provided including patterns. We will provide a mix of knitting and crochet patterns.
May-hem Play – half term at Rainham Hall
May Half Term Dates • Rainham Hall
Rainham HallCome and join in the May-hem Play in half term. Fun and free for all ages get moving and play.
Day of Discovery
Saturday 18th July • Rainham Hall
Rainham HallFestival of Archaeology. There’s so much to discover at Rainham Hall. Come on in and start exploring.
Heritage Open Day at Rainham Hall
Saturday 19th September • Rainham Hall
Rainham HallVisit Rainham Hall as part of Heritage Open Day, a beautiful but hidden Georgian house and then wander around our perfectly formed Community Garden on the fringes of east London
Bonds Through History Exhibition Launch
Monday 15th June • MyPlace Youth and Community Centre
MyPlace Youth and Community CentreA local histroy exhibition all about the experiences and cultre of Harold Hill. Share your opinion on the future of Haold Hill and your memories of its past.
Community Sewing and Wellbeing Club
Every Tuesday starting on the 9th June 2026 • Marksgate Community and Family Hub
Marksgate Community and Family HubJoin our friendly and welcoming space where the community comes together to learn, share and support one another.
Karaoke Night
Friday 12th June 2026 • Breton's Community Association & Social Club
Bretons Community Association & Social ClubParty on at Breton’s Manor and get ready for a night of epic tunes, big laughs and unforgettable performances at our Wayne’s World Experience Karaoke Night!
Spring Fayre
Sunday 31st May 2026 • Friends of Langtons Estate
Friends of Langtons EstateCome and join us at our free Spring Fayre, enjoy stalls, tombola, sweets, local produce, game, food and drink
Summer Craft Fair
Saturday 30th May • Mardyke Community Centre
Mardyke Community CentreCraft stalls by local small businesses, homemade cakes, pastries and juices, tombola, toys and more
Free Entry
The Lumiere 80s Movie Marathon
Saturday 18th July • Lumiere
LumiereIts time for a flashback with a selection of the best, most fun movies of the 1980’s
This all day marathon features a selection of incredible 80s movies you’ll love.
Sound Bath in Stillness – A Unique Journey of Sound at Lumiere Cinema
Sunday 7th June 2026 • Lumiere
LumiereSOUND BATH IN STILLNESS – A Seated Meditation in the new Lumiere Cinema in Romford!
This unique experience combines the power of live sound with the atmosphere of a cinema, creating a space for deep rest, reflection, and stillness.
Pride in Romford – Mystery LGBTQ+ Movie Marathon, in partnership with Kaleidoscope
Saturday 6th June • Lumiere
LumiereCelebrate Pride in Romford with a Queer movie marathon!
Saturday 6 June, starting at 11am, five films screening with 15-minute breaks between each.
Lunch with Pearly Royalty
Saturday 6th June • Romford Shopping Hall
Romford Shopping HallOi Oi! Roll Up for a Proper Cockney Knees-Up!
Get your flat caps and waistcoats ready because we are hosting the ultimate afternoon East End bash!
Marvin’s Great Create
13th and 14th June • Mercury Mall
Mercury MallCome to Marvin’s Great Create Club for some creative family fun.
Orchard Bowls Club
Every Wednesday • Mardyke Community Centre
Mardyke Community CentreOrchard bowls club at the Mardyke Youth and Community Association (South Street, Rainham), is back holding their weekly indoor bowls games!
Saturday All Day Gaming!
Every Saturday • Dicing With Life
Dicing With Life, RomfordSocial Gaming including board games, card games and wargaming, Level 3
Social Gaming Tuesdays and Thursdays
Tuesday and Thursday Evenings • Dicing With Life
Dicing With Life, RomfordSocial Gaming including board games, card games and wargaming
Meet Me By The Fountain
Friday 28 August and Saturday 29 August 2026 • Havering London
Romford MarketA lost landmark returns to the heart of Romford — a meeting point between past, present and future. As night falls, one of London’s largest and oldest markets comes to life.
Suburban Legends
Saturday 29 August 2026 • Havering London
Romford MarketFor over 775 years, Romford Market has been a place of exchange, encounter and community. This August Bank Holiday, Market Town transforms the historic market and surrounding streets into a 24-hour stage celebrating the voices, stories and everyday experiences that define this place.
The Glorious Garden of Death – Highgate Cemetery
Saturday 4 July 2026 • Havering Museum
Havering MuseumNick Dobson will fascinate you with his virtual visit of the cemetery with its history, architecture, wildlife and the famous people resting there.
The Grand Egyptian Museum
Saturday 6 June 2026 • Havering Museum
Havering MuseumJanet Brewer shares the incredible experiences offered by the newly opened Egyptian Museum, in Cairo. The building is breath-taking and the exhibits fantastic.
Family History Group – Criminal and Court Records
Wednesday, 10 June 2026 • Havering Museum
Havering MuseumHow to search UK Criminal and Court Records and unlock the secrets of the “black sheep” in your family tree!
Essex Summer Fest
Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July 2026 • Mind in Havering, Barking and Dagenham
Harrow Lodge ParkA 2-day music festival for all the family. Saturday 11th July- 80’s and Soul and Sunday 12th July- Family and Rock.
The Royal Hospital and the Chelsea Pensioners
Thursday 16 July 2026 • Havering Museum
Havering MuseumMarina Spiteri shares the unique 300 year history of the Royal Hospital, the Chelsea pensioners and some of their stories.
Windmill Open Days
Saturdays and Sundays, various dates • Friends of Upminster Windmill
Upminster WindmillTour the fully restored and operational Mill.
Use touch screens in the Visitor Centre or talk to our Guides to learn about the history of the mill, its people and its restoration.
Relax in our peaceful, sunny, award winning garden with tea/coffee and cake from our refreshment kiosk.
Skatepark Revived
Saturday 25 July 2026 • Rom Skatepark
Rom SkateparkSave the date to celebrate one of East London’s urban treasures, Rom Skatepark: a concrete icon in Hornchurch.
Enjoy the premiere of a short film, co-created with the next generation of Rom’s community plus the unveiling of a mural capturing the park’s iconic history. More activities to be announced!
Havering Global Orchestra
Every Friday • Pete Merry
Hope CafeFree weekly rehearsals in Romford, Open to everyone asylum seekers, refugees and new residents. All skill levels welcome. All instruments welcome. Exciting concerts!! Build friendships and share your culture.
Never 42 – The Level 42 Tribute
Saturday 22 August • Brookside Theatre
Brookside Theatre, RomfordThe UK’s Level 42 Tribute, Never 42 come to Brookside Theatre in Romford on Saturday 22 August 2026.
Ionians Music Events
First Saturday of Every Month • Havering Changing
MyPlace Youth and Community CentreExperience an exciting youth-led showcase! Young organisers create a concert-style event where emerging musicians and performers take the stage to share their talents.
Havering Global Orchestra
Every Friday • Pete Merry
Hope CafeFree weekly rehearsals in Romford, open to everyone – asylum seekers, refugees and new residents.
Exploring a hidden gem
Every Saturday morning • Mary Wright, Hidden Gem group
St Mary Magdalene Church, North OckendonExplore 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.
Home Instead Romford Memory Cafe
First Tuesday of every month • Home Instead Romford
Hornchurch LibraryJoin us every first Tuesday of the month for our Memory Cafe; a small group in a relaxed environment with opportunities to participate in group or solo themed dementia friendly activities.
BYOC – Social Crafting Meet-Up
Last Saturday of every month • Pretty Mess Society
Fairkytes Arts CentreOur 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.
Adults Creative Writing Group
Every Monday fortnightly • Havering Libraries
Harold Hill LibraryCome and join our friendly Creative Writing Club which runs fortnightly. £1 per session, refreshments provided.
Young Rangers
First Saturday of the month • Rainham Hall
National Trust, Rainham HallLearn new skills and meet new friends whilst taking part in gardening and nature based activities.
Yoga in Nature
Monthly • Rainham Hall
National Trust, Rainham HallGentle yoga session in the garden.