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...in RedbridgeDOMORESUMMER 2018
London Borough of
at Fairlop Fair - see page 10
section insidesee page 41
RedbridgeRedbridge
2018A right Royal Wedding GardenHelp us celebrate 23 years of Redbridge in Bloom, by getting involved with our 2018 amateur gardening competition. As we are also celebrating the marriage of our newest royal couple, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, we want you to create ‘A right Royal Wedding Garden’. Think about flowers for the bouquet or floral décor in the cathedral to inspire you. Surprise us with your originality and let your imagination run riot with colour and design.
Entry is free and you are welcome to take part whatever your level of gardening expertise.
There are five general categories to choose from and a special category for schools which means that all ages can join in the celebrations! All you need to do is visit our web page for details and complete your application online.
www.redbridge.gov.uk/redbridgeinbloom
Closing date 9 July - school entries 22 June
Car Parking with RingGo A new cashless parking payment system was introduced in Redbridge parks and open spaces, leisure facilities and Wanstead Library in January this year. Please be aware that you are no longer able to make a cash payment at pay machines in these areas.
How to pay for parking?• You can pay at each location by calling 020 3046 0010 (calls charged at local rates) • Or text 81025 (for texting you would need to register first)• Or register on the RingGo website or download a dedicated App before you visit which will make parking
quick and easy.
PLEASE NOTE:
When paying for parking please ensure that you have the correct car registration details selected, as you can register multiple vehicles.
If you are phoning to pay for parking, you are offered an initial confirmation text and then a reminder text when your time will expire and this will cost 6p per text. If you do not require either text, listen until the end of the call and select the correct number to opt out..
If you have any questions about how to sign up for the service, call RingGo on 020 3046 0200, calls charged at local rates.
Alternatively, please visit www.myringgo.co.uk/howitworksTo register and park visit www.myringgo.co.uk/bookparkingText to park instructions www.myringgo.co.uk/texttopark
Amateur Gardening Competition
FREE ENTRY
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To advertise in Do More email [email protected] for prices.Next issue out 3 September 2018
CONTENTS
AdultsValentines Mansion & Gardens ...........................................................................4-5
Best Of Music Fest & Oddsocks’ The Tempest ..................................6
Music & Festivals ..................................................................................................................................7
Tea Dances & Ilford Town Centre event ......................................................8
Redbridge Drama Centre Shows & Workshops ............................9
Fairlop Fair .......................................................................................................................................10-11
Events & Festivals ...........................................................................................................................12
Redbridge Museum .................................................................................................................13
Nature Conservation Events & Workdays................................14-17
Hainault Forest Events ..........................................................................................................18
Fit for Fun, Inclusive Activities & Man v Fat Football......19
Walking for Health .......................................................................................................................20
Dementia Walk & Talk, Walking Football & Netball ..........21
Activity Pyramid Fitness Sessions .........................................................22-25
This Girl Can Fitness Sessions .......................................................................26-27
Family Fit & Fun .................................................................................................................................28
Mayfield Leisure Centre ......................................................................................................29
Active Parks & Active Fairlop ..........................................................................30-31
Libraries Events .......................................................................................................................32-40
KidsNature Conservation Holiday Activities ................................................42
Redbridge Museum Summer Events .........................................................43
Redbridge Museum Summer Exhibition .................................44-45
Valentines Mansion & Gardens Events ..................................................46
Ken Aston Square Summer Events ................................................................47
Libraries Information & Regular Activities........................................48
Children’s Art Week, Refugee Week & Empathy Lab ......49
Summer Reading Challenge...........................................................................50-51
Libraries Summer Holiday Activities ................................................52-55
Boost Education Workshops ......................................................................................56
Tech Ilford Day.....................................................................................................................................57
Family Learning ......................................................................................................................58-59
Teen Redbridge .................................................................................................................................60
Redbridge Playday ......................................................................................................................61
Sports Zone ...................................................................................................................................62-63
Fairlop Waters Golf & Watersports .......................................................64-65
Wanstead Leisure Centre & Youth Centres ......................................66
Redbridge Cycling Centre ..............................................................................................67
Redbridge Sports & Leisure Centre ....................................................68-69
Loxford Leisure Centre & Loxford Beach .............................................70
Ilford Sports Club & Football Courses .......................................................71
Cycling in Redbridge ...............................................................................................................72
The Do More guide has been dropping through your letterboxes for 7 years now!
This summer, Redbridge parks and open spaces have everything from sports, arts events, festivals, volunteering work days and regular walks for you to get involved with. For Love Parks Week specific events, watch out for LOVE PARKS WEEK as you look through the brochure.
Many of our parks and open spaces also have outdoor gym equipment or trim trails where you can exercise for free. So if you don’t want to commit to costly gym memberships, get a group of friends together and motivate each other back to fitness!
If you've been bitten by the Wimbledon bug, Redbridge tennis courts are free to use and you can get free coaching on our open day on Saturday 21 July! See page 30 for more information.
And finally, don’t forget to vote for one of our nine green flag parks in the People’s Choice Award when voting opens on 1 September.
13-20 July
But how many of you still hang on to your paper copy or are you searching for things to do online?
With more and more of our events and activities to be found online via our website and Social Media channels, what are your thoughts on Do More going green and going digital? Any comments good or bad we would really like to hear from you, please email [email protected]
2018 is the 12th Anniversary of Love Parks Week and there are lots of events taking place up and down the country to celebrate.
How do you score
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Valentines Mansion & Gardens
Gardener’s Cottage CaféOpen from 10am every day, the popular café is a wonderful place to stop for a hot drink, have lunch or even a tea time snack. Situated in the lovely kitchen garden, the café has indoor and outdoor seating and is a great place from which to sit back and enjoy the gardens.
EXHIBITIONS
CREATIVE WORKSHOPSPECIAL EVENTS
@valentinesmansion @ValMansion
Sunday 1 JulyFood and Drinks Fair All ages
Enjoy a day of discovery as you tantalise your taste buds with a culinary treat of delicious food and drinks. You’ll be able to explore new tastes whilst enjoying the beautiful surroundings of our historic Grade II* listed building.
Stalls selling alcohol will only serve ages 21 yrs+
10am-4pmFree entry
Sunday 1 JulyWine Tasting Quiz Adults
Complementing the Food and Drinks Fair, you will have the opportunity to sample a fantastic range of wines from across the globe during this fun and relaxing afternoon spent wine tasting.
2pm-3.30pm£15 per person, must be pre-booked via www.valentinesmansion.com
Wednesday 1-Friday 31 AugustSummer Exhibition All ages
A beautiful collection of work inspired by the suffragette movement and the anniversary of the first women being given the right to vote. Set in our historic Grade II* listed building, this poignant exhibition is produced by the Mansion’s talented resident artists and showcases a stunning range of artistic disciplines.
During normal opening hoursFree entry
FREE ENTRY
Valentines Mansion Opening TimesTuesdays & Sundays 11am-4pm Bank Holiday Mondays 11am-4pmSchool HolidaysMonday-Wednesday 11am-4pm
Car parking on site. No cash payments accepted, pay via RingGo. See page 2.
www.valentinesmansion.com
Discover Valentines Mansion – a gorgeous historic house set in the tranquil Valentines Park. Dating back to 1696, the Mansion is a great place to explore - be sure to visit the restored period rooms, including Victorian kitchen, Georgian bedchamber and Regency Parlour. Make the most of your visit and pick up a visitor guide from reception to ensure that you don’t miss any of the highlights.
Tuesday 19 June A Touch of Glass Adults
Studio artist Amanda Seljubac is back with our best-selling fused glass workshop. Make a decorative piece to take home using specialist techniques and materials, including frit, stringers, metal inclusions and compatible glass.
11am-2pm£47 per person (includes all materials) Pre-booking essential via www.valentinesmansion.com
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020 8708 8100SPECIAL SUMMER EVENTS
@valentinesmansion
More and more people are discovering what a beautiful venue Valentines Mansion is for weddings, ceremonies, pre-wedding parties, birthday and anniversary celebrations, corporate events and more. Call us for further information or to book a viewing on 020 8708 8100. PLUS! Charities enjoy reduced rates – call us for full details.
Wednesday 11 July Floral Cake Decorating Masterclass 18 yrs+
Roll up your sleeves and plunge yourselves into a bouquet of summery buttercream.
The Curtis Cakery will provide a live cake decorating demonstration, before teaching you how to create the perfect floral cake decoration in buttercream. Once you've mastered the techniques, treat your taste buds to a decadent slice of freshly decorated cake and tea.
2.30pm-4.30pmBook tickets via www.ticketsource.co.uk or send a s.a.e. to FOVM, 115 The Drive, Ilford. IG1 3JD£8 members of Friends of Valentines Mansion £10 non-members
organised by The Friends of Valentines MansionSunday 17 June Celebrating Music All ages
A celebration of all things musical. Meet local music groups and organisations from Redbridge and beyond, and discover some of the interesting music themed activities going on in the community.
11am-4pm, free entry
Sunday 15 July Celebrating The Great Outdoors All ages
Meet local wildlife and conservation groups from Redbridge and beyond.
11am-4pm, free entry
Sunday 19 August Celebrating History & Heritage All ages
Meet local historical and heritage societies from Redbridge and beyond.
11am-4pm, free entry
VENUE HIRE
For further information please contact the Friends of Valentines Mansion on 020 8554 2414
LOVE PARKS WEEK
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Best of Music FestSundays 10 June, 8 July, 12 August & 9 SeptemberBest of the Music Fest returns to the Walled Garden for a 6th great season!
Redbridge Music Lounge and Redbridge Green Fair Music Club will once again be running their popular live music sessions in the welcoming atmosphere of the Gardeners Cottage Café.
You can look forward to a feast of musical pleasures by many high quality musicians and singers from in and around Redbridge, mixing folk and jazz, soft rock and classical, pop and country, and everything around and in between!
A limited amount of seating will be available but you are welcome to bring your own chairs or picnic blankets.
11am-3.30pmFREEWalled Garden, Valentines Mansion GardensEmerson Road, Ilford IG1 4XA
Enquiries: [email protected] or call 07917 050490. Programme information www.rmluk.org or www.rgf.org.uk
Adult £14 in advance £16 on the day
Concession/Child £10.50 in advance | £12.50 on the day
Family Ticket £40 in advance | £45 on the day2 Adults & 2 Children or 1 Adult & 3 Children only
Valentines Mansion Gardens, Valentines Park, Emerson Road entrance, Ilford IG1 4XA
TICKET PRICES
Oddsocks Productions is a theatrical experience for everyone. Don’t miss it, buy your tickets today!
Enquiries & bookings www.redbridge.gov.uk/events
Sunday 24 June, 6pm Space explorer Prospero is marooned in a galaxy far, far away with his fearless daughter Miranda and a host of madcap aliens.
Years later when his enemies’ ship is passing nearby the chance for revenge on these Space Cowboys is hard to resist and he conjures up the force to bring them to him. This Rocket Man will have his day!
Crash landing in a meteor storm is just the beginning for the crew as they are teased and tormented to submission. Prospero’s enemies do their malevolent best to get away but he’s one tough Space Oddity to beat.
Prepare for launch, get on your space suits and take one small step for man, one giant leap for Shakespeare!
Limited seating provided. You are welcome to bring a picnic and your own garden chairs or picnic blankets. The performance will go ahead come rain or shine, so please be prepared!
There is a bar inside the mansion for anyone that would like to buy drinks and the Gardener’s Cottage Café will be open serving light refreshments.
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Redbridge Green FairSaturday 23 June 11.30am-7pm
A community festival with a green theme, music and dance, stalls, eco attractions, green arts for all, vegetarian food, beer tent, workshops, have-a-go dance and sports and yoga.
FREE For enquiries & the full programme visit www.rgf.org.uk
Ken Aston Square Summer Events
Redbridge Midsummer Music Fest Saturday 30 June 10am-5pm
Once again Vision’s voluntary sector partners, Redbridge Music Lounge and the Redbridge Green Fair Music Club will be celebrating live music ‘for free, for fun, for everyone’ on the open stage area outside the entrance to Fulwell Cross Leisure Centre.
The Music Fest has been running every year in the borough since 2003 and will once again be providing performance opportunities for local musicians of all ages from across a diverse range of musical styles and genres – from folk and blues to jazz and country, through world, classical, pop, rock and show music.
The weekend of wonderful musical entertainment for local residents continues on Sunday 1 July in Valentines Park from 10.30am to 8pm and is entirely free to attend on both days.
Enquiries 07917 050490 [email protected] or www.rgf.org.uk
Ken Aston Square, outside Fullwell Cross Library/Leisure Centre, 140 High Street, Barkingside IG6 2EA
1998-2018
VALENTINE SIN
GERS
celebrating 20 years of wonderful music m
aking
Saturday 21 July 2018 7.30pm
Vivaldi GLORIAplus sacred works byMozart, Purcell and Handelwith professional soloists and orchestraSt Andrew's Church, The Drive, IlfordInformation and tickets fromwww.valentinesingers.org or 020 8550 4654£15, £8 (students/benefit holders) in advance£17, £10 on the [email protected] Charity: 1037459
Redbridge Music Service Musical Barbeque Saturday 16 JuneFund raising eventJohn Savage Centre, 3pm
Summer Concert SeriesTuesday 26-Wednesday 27 JuneRedbridge Town Hall, 7.30pm
Thursday 28 JuneSir James Hawkey Hall, 7.30pm
For more details call 020 8708 2828 or visitwww.redbridgemusicservice.org.uk
Music Matters in RedbridgeIf you love music and would like to help us to help budding young musicians progress on their musical journey, then please support us through Music Matters. Every donation you make will help Redbridge Music School pupils advance their musical education.
www.easydonate.org/FOCH003
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Keep your eyes peeled for an exciting event taking place on Ilford High Road! With giant games and fun filled activities coming soon to Ilford, you won't want to miss it.
You'll meet Pearl & Deanie the retired old school bouffant cinema usherettes in search of the new ‘next big thing’, the next Hollywood superstar. Beautiful bedecked, surreal and cartoonlike, these lovely older ladies wield wit, warmth and torch lights as they search out the hidden talent in us all.
They inspire impromptu performances by members of the public who are rewarded by their very own SWANK lollipops.
Can you pout like Marilyn Monroe? Lip curl like Elvis? Sing a song, do a dance, tell your favourite joke or impersonate a famous film star?...‘Reach for the stars …. there’s no real talent required.
Details for the event will be revelaed soon. Keep checking inilford.com for more information.
Summer in Ilford Town Centre
Tea Dances
WEDNESDAYS13 June18 July 8 August12 September
Tickets £5 / £4 Redbridge leisure pass holder No advance booking required (except for groups)
General enquiries: 020 8708 3044Air-conditioned hall / Tea & biscuits provided
Try dancing the afternoon away every month with Mr Wonderful, our resident DJ, as he plays tracks to make you feel good. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming and you will get to meet some great people.
Sir James Hawkey Hall, Broomhill Road, Woodford Green IG8 0BG
Nearest underground station: Woodford and bus 275 (10 minute journey) or a 12 minute walk. South Woodford and Bus W13 or 179 (11 minute journey)
Doors open at 1.15pm Dancing from 1.30pm-4pm
Redbridge Drama Centre
ADULT THEATRELiving Room Circus presents
The Penguin & IThursday 19 & Friday 20 July, 8pm'The Penguin & I' by Living Room Circus takes the ordinary and turns it on its head.
What have you lost down the back of your sofa? Change? Keys? A memory? This immersive performance follows a man on the evening of the night before. He finds more down the back of his couch than he bargained for.
Connection, trust and courage collide in Living Room Circus’s latest show.
Tickets £10/ £8.50/ £7.50For ages 16 yrs+
For more information or an application form please contact us on 020 8708 8803 or email [email protected]
A Spoonful Of Sugar Monday 23-Friday 27 July £160A tribute to all things Mary Poppins
ABBA Mia!Tuesday 28-Friday 31 August £135The world through the eyes of ABBA
10am-4pm each day For children in Reception - Yr 11
Join us this summer as we pay tribute to two classic musicals!
Work with experienced directors, singers and choreographers on these intensive courses to make your own version of these West End hits.
On the last day you will perform for friends and family in our fully equipped theatre.
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@RedbridgeDramaCentre @RedbridgeDrama
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Saturday 7 July Fairlop Waters Country Park IG6 3HNCome and join us for a day bursting at the seams with activity. Bring a picnic or treat the family to an array of mouth-watering foods from our onsite caterers.
11am-6pm Fairlop FairFREEENTRY
Each 40 min show is bursting with tricks, flips and crazy madness! Don't try this at home! Combine this with all the fun of the historical Fairlop
and you have a great way to spend time with the family and good value for
money too! Big Top Mania will
be presenting four spectacular
performances throughout
the day.
Village Green
Don’t delay buy your ticket today, you can purchase them online from the following sites: www.redbridgedramacentre.co.uk – and scroll down to Fairlop Fair or via
www.fairlopfairbigtop18.eventbrite.co.uk
and join us as we celebrate 250 years of the Great British Circus
R
oll up Roll u
p
Important information - please arrive at the Big Top 15 minutes before the start of your chosen performance as it takes 15 minutes to walk from the car park to the Big Top.
PERFORMANCE TIMES: 11.30am / 1pm / 3pm / 4.30pmTicket prices £3.01
Book your places and experience a fantastic array of amazing actsVisit the website to check for availability for your preferred time slot.
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Fairlop Waters Country Park IG6 3HN
Fairlop Fair
PAINT IN THE PARKLocal Artist Eliyah Qureshi from Barkingside Art Club will be hosting a great workshop using colour, paint, pencils and a huge explosion of creativity and fun.
Four workshops will take place throughout the day for you and your family to create something quite special using the beautiful back drop of Fairlop Waters Country Park as inspiration!
Choose your time from the following:12noon-12.45pm , 1.15pm-2pm3pm-3.45pm, 4.15pm-5pm
Places are limited so please book in advance via the website www.redbridge.gov.uk/events
A winner will be chosen for every workshop. Prizes to be won, including a paint kit – upload your piece of art to social media and show the world!
Car ParkingCar parking will be available in the field opposite the Fairlop Waters main entrance. The fee for all day parking is £4, pay on entry (cash only)
Transport Nearest underground is Fairlop Station on the Central line with a 10 minute walk.Bus to Fairlop Waters 462.Buses to Fullwell Cross Leisure Centre 150, 167, 169, 275, 247 followed by a 20 minute walk.
Main Stage – Fairlop ArenaInside Outside! Redbridge Drama Centre will be hosting the main stage with a great selection of local artists and providing a number of workshops free to join, you can experience little tasters of what they offer inside outside! Check out the website for timetable.
www.redbridgedramacentre.co.uk and scroll down to find “Fairlop Fair”
@DoMoreRed & @CultureTeam DoMoreRedbridge & RedbridgeCulture
If you are interested in
having a stall at Fairlop Fair or performing, please email [email protected]
Having fun and trying new activities is what the fair is all about so we are inviting you to take part in The Big Cardboard Boat Race, in conjunction with Fairlop Paddlesports club. Back for the second year following its success last year the event will be judged in two categories;
Style – Design Timed Race (racing from 2pm)
This fun filled event is open to everyone. If you think you can make the best designed boat or can break the water speed record (in a cardboard boat), Fairlop Paddle Sport would love to see you there!
To sign up or for more information please contact Liam at [email protected] or call 07939 569713. For rules visit the website www.redbridge.gov.uk/events
Silver Kidz Camp Challenge ZoneBeat the clock, fastest time wins! See if you can be the champion for the day. Jump high, jump low!
Redbridge Music LoungeIf you want to sit and chill for a while, head to the water’s edge and soak up the sounds of Redbridge Music Lounge as they perform throughout the day.
Gingerbread Man Competition Get your creative juices flowing by taking part in our annual Gingerbread Man Competition using sprinkles and/or coloured icing to create your own unique design.
Come and visit the Vision RCL Sports Zone and find out about the latest classes to keep yourself active and happy. Taster sessions available:
Nordic Walking Buggy Fitness Yoga Bootcamp Golf Watersports (FOAC & Fairlop Paddlesports) Climbing Wall/High Rope activities Rowing Machine
PLUSTake this opportunity to jump on board the sailing boats and canoes to really enjoy the lake.
sports zone
Cardboard Boat Race
Let’s get Water Sporty!
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Sunday 15 July
Sunday 16 September 11am to 6pm
Christchurch Green, High Street Wanstead, E11 2RQ
Join us for a lively afternoon of • Arts, Crafts and Dance • Main Concert Stage
• Acoustic Stage • Sports Taster Sessions• Food Court • Community Stalls • Face Painting
And much more!
SAVE THE DATE! FREE ENTRY
Call out for performers and stall holdersIf you are interested in attending or would like to perform
at this event email [email protected] or call 020 8708 3198 for further details.
Thursday 14/Friday 15 June Eid in the Park8am-12noonValentines Park [email protected] www.redbridgeislamiccentre.co.uk
Thursday 14/Friday 15 June 1Eid Celebration CommitteeGoodmayes [email protected] www.1eid.net
Sunday 17 JuneWalk 4 Bike - Children’s Charity WalkBarkingside to Valentines Park [email protected]
Saturday 7 JulyLietuvais 100 Festivalis 2018Goodmayes Park Extension1pm-10.30pmwww.wecanffeel.com
Events & FestivalsSunday 8 July Festival of CricketHainault Recreation Ground 9am-10pm www.festivalofcricket.org
Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 JulyAl Noor Funday Valentines Park, Melbourne Field12noon-7pmwww.al-noor.co.uk/funday
FUNFAIRS
Thursday 14-Sunday 17 JuneValentines Park, Melbourne Field07956 245 531
Thursday 12-Sunday 15 JulyTuesday 17-Sunday 29 July
LOVE PARKS WEEKValentines Park, Melbourne Field07956 245 531
Thursday 30 August- Sunday 2 SeptemberBarley Lane Recreation Ground4pm-8pm
Our Community Festival12noon-5pm Barley Lane Recreation Ground IG3 8XDCome along and join the fun at the annual festival. Everyone is welcome. Enjoy fairground attractions, community stalls, arts & crafts, circus skills, soft play bus, gamers bus, food stalls and stage performances plus much more from the local community.
If you would like to get involved by having a stall or performing it’s not too late!
Contact the events team for more information on 020 8708 3385 or email [email protected]
CALL OUT
for performers
and stall
holders!
LOVE PARKS WEEK
FREEENTRY
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Redbridge Museum 020 8708 2317
Heritage Project - can you help?Redbridge Museum is working with Ilford F.C on an exciting new project about the history of the club, founded in 1881.
We would love to hear from anyone with Ilford F.C items or memories. The project will lead to a major exhibition, book and new website.
The Club are also looking for volunteers to help with a variety of secretarial and match-day roles.
&
If you can help, please contact Ilford F.C at [email protected] or [email protected] 020 8708 2317
Coming Together Pakistani and Bangladeshi communities in Redbridge
This new small display at Redbridge Museum showcases a Heritage Lottery Funded project by the Muslim Women’s Welfare Association (MWWA).
Featuring photographs, objects and personal stories from the MWWA, this display explores some of the history, connections, similarities and difference between Pakistani and Bangladeshi communities who now live in Redbridge.
Also on display is a personalised scrapbook made by the MWWA celebrating the ‘Coming Together’ of Pakistani and Bangladeshi residents in Redbridge.
Redbridge MuseumExtended to Saturday 1 September
Open Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm & Saturday 10am-4pm
MUSEUM
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Nature Conservation L VE YOUR PARK
eventsMonday 25 June
Guided Walk at Valentines ParkJoin the Park Manager and Nature Conservation Ranger for a walk around Valentines Park. We will uncover the history, investigate the horticulture and explore nature.
10.30am-12.30pmMeet at Valentines Mansion, Emerson Road, Ilford IG1 4XA
Saturday 11 August
Family Nature TrailCome on our guided walk through the woodland to discover nature along the trail. We’ll be using magnifying glasses, binoculars and identification guides to help us explore what we find.
10.30am-12.30pmMeet at Claybury Park entrance on Roding Lane North, near to junction with Vicarage Road IG8 8NQ
If you have some spare time on your hands and would like to keep active outdoors during the spring months then why not help us to keep our parks and open spaces wildlife friendly? It’s a great way to exercise, meet new friends and help the environment, all at the same time!
For more information call 020 8559 2316 or email [email protected]
For children’s activities see
page 42
Saturday 8 September
Fruit trees in Roding Valley Come and discover the wonderful fruit trees in Roding Valley Park, including a stroll along the river with our Nature Conservation Team. Footpath may be muddy and there is one area with a few steps..
10.30am-12.30pmMeet at Nutter Lane entrance for Roding Valley Park, adjacent to Eton manor Rugby Club, Nutter Lane, Wanstead E11 2JA
All three walks are FREE. No booking required
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020 8559 2316Tuesday 24 July
Dragonfly workshop and survey training London Wildlife Trust are working in partnership with Vision RCL Nature Conservation Ranger Team to help understand the health and quality of Redbridge Rivers and Wetlands. London Wildlife Trust are offering a free adult dragonfly identification workshop in Redbridge, along the River Roding, as part of their London-wide dragonflies and damselflies survey.
This workshop is suitable for anyone interested in learning about dragonflies and taking part in surveys. The morning session will be classroom based but the afternoon session will involve a walk along a stretch of the River Roding, so some physical fitness is required.
Spaces on this workshop are limited and booking is essential. For more information and to book, please email Alice Wickman on [email protected]
10am-4.30pm
RSPB talksTuesday 12 June
RSPB ReservesJo Gilbert manages the RSPB reserves Ecology team, which has the job of getting the best for nature out of existing reserves and acquiring new ones. This is the core of what the RSPB does.
© PennyFrith
© David Courtneidge
Tuesday 11 September
Birds beyond the BoughsSimon Ginnaw introduces us to the secret lives of familiar birds, whose needs and relationships can be less familiar than their appearance when perched on trees.
Talks will be 8pm-10pm in the Gwinnell Room, St. Mary's Church, 207 High Road, South Woodford E18 2PA
£3.50 non-RSPB members £3 RSPB and Wren Group members, children free
Free parking after 6.30pm in the High Road, or Derby Road car park, a short walk from the church. To contact us, or find out more, email [email protected] . The group’s website is www.rspb.org.uk/groups/northeastlondon
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JuneTuesday 12 June10am-2.30pm
Ray Park WoodlandWe’ll be opening up the pathways through Ray Park’s young woodland as well as doing a spot of litter picking.
James Leal Centre, Ray Park, Snakes Lane East, Woodford Green IG8 7JQ
Tuesday 19 June10am-2.30pm
River Conservation Action DayCome and clear the river banks of sycamore and Himalayan balsam. We will also clear paths and remove litter. Wellies recommended.
Roding Valley Park Entrance, at junction of Snakes Lane East and Chigwell Road, Woodford Green IG8 8AA
Tuesday 26 June10am-2.30pm
Fairlop Scrub Habitat DayRemoving some scrub will help to keep the site open and prevent succession to woodland.
Angling Lake/Outdoor Activity Centre car park, Forest Road, Barkingside IG6 3HN
JulyTuesday 3 July10am-2.30pm
Claybury Park Woodland Conservation WorkdayWe’ll be working our way through the woodland removing invasive plant species, cutting back vegetation from the woodland footpaths as well as litter picking.
Claybury Park entrance on Ravensbourne Gardens, near to junction with Wedmore Avenue IG5 0XF
Tuesday 10 July10am-2.30pm
Outdoor Classroom WorkdayWe’ll be carrying out a variety of gardening tasks in the outdoor classroom within Ray Park’s walled garden.
James Leal Centre, Ray Park, Snakes Lane East, Woodford Green IG8 7JQ
Tuesday 17 July10am-1pm
Roding Valley Park Conservation Action DayCome and help to look after Roding Valley Park; we will be keeping paths clear, making repairs to benches, signs and fences, and litter picking.
Roding Valley Park, Uplands Road entrance, Woodford Bridge IG8 8JP
Tuesday 24 July10am-4.30pm
Dragonfly workshop and survey training Indoor workshop, followed by an outdoor practice survey on the River Roding. See page 15 for details.
Please book for meeting point
Tuesday 31 July10am-1pm
Roding Valley Park Conservation Action DayHelp us keep paths clear of vegetation and clear up any litter.
Chigwell Road, entrance with the wooden Roding Valley Park Arch, near to Charlie Brown’s Roundabout E18 1NN
AugustTuesday 7 August10am-2.30pm
Claybury Park Woodland Conservation WorkdayWe’ll be removing invasive plant species, cutting back vegetation from the woodland footpaths and litter picking.
Claybury Park entrance on Ravensbourne Gardens, near to junction with Wedmore Avenue IG5 0XF
Tuesday 14 August10am-2.30pm
Goodmayes ParkJoin us in opening up the paths through this young woodland to reveal the dramatically planted trees.
Goodmayes Park entrance, Stevens Road RM8 2PU
Tuesday 21 August10am-1pm
Roding Valley Park Conservation Action DayHelp us to remove litter. And maintain the paths, cutting back vegetation and improving accessibility.
Roding Valley Park, Uplands Road entrance, Woodford Bridge IG8 8JP
Tuesday 28 August10am-2.30pm
Seven Kings OrchardCome and maintain the orchard and meadow area to help with harvesting apples in a month or two.
Seven Kings Park, bridge over Seven Kings Water between the park and Goodmayes Hospital
SeptemberTuesday 4 September10am-2.30pm
Hainault Lodge Practical Conservation WorkdayJoin us for a day of practical conservation work at Hainault Lodge Local Nature Reserve with plenty of tasks to keep us busy.
Redbridge Cycling Centre car park, Forest Road, Hainault IG6 3HP
Tuesday 11 September10am-2.30pm
Outdoor Classroom WorkdayThere’s always lots of gardening tasks to do here, keeping our classroom and veg patch growing well.
James Leal Centre, Ray Park, Snakes Lane East, Woodford Green IG8 7JQ
Meeting point
Meeting point
TUESDAYS Nature Conservation volunteer days
Meeting point
Meeting point
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JuneThursday 14 June10am-2.30pm
Fairlop Wetland DayHelp the Rangers manage the lagoon wetland area, we will be clearing willow, maintaining the dipping platform and viewing area.
Angling Lake/Outdoor Activity Centre car park, Forest Road, Barkingside IG6 3HN
Thursday 21 June 10am-2.30pm
Nature Trail WorkdayWe’ll be tidying up the nature trail at Claybury Woods, re-fixing posts and cleaning up the signs and cutting back pathways.
Claybury Park entrance on Roding Lane North, near to junction with Vicarage Road IG8 8NQ
Thursday 28 June10am-2.30pm
Valentines Park Practical Conservation WorkdayWe’ll be clearing the pathways around the wildlife patch and weeding where needed.
Valentines Park entrance on Brisbane Road, Ilford IG1 4SL
JulyThursday 5 July10am-2.30pm
Hainault Lodge Practical Conservation WorkdayHelp us with lots of practical conservation work at Hainault Lodge Local Nature Reserve.
Redbridge Cycling Centre car park, Forest Road, Hainault IG6 3HP
Thursday 12 July10am-1pm
Roding Valley Park Conservation Action DayHelp us to maintain the paths along the river, cutting back vegetation and improving accessibility, as well as removing litter.
Chigwell Road, entrance with the wooden Roding Valley Park Arch, near to Charlie Brown’s Roundabout E18 1NN
Thursday 19 July10am-2.30pm
Claybury Park Woodland Conservation WorkdayWe’ll be removing invasive plant species, cutting back vegetation from the woodland footpaths as well as litter picking.
Claybury Park entrance on Roding Lane North, near to junction with Vicarage Road IG8 8NQ
Thursday 26 July10am-2.30pm
Roding Valley Orchard at Nutter LaneThis orchard is a little overgrown! We will paint the sign, cut back pathways and remove some of the trees under the apple trees.
Nutter Lane entrance for Roding Valley Park, adjacent to Eton manor Rugby Club, Nutter Lane, Wanstead E11 2JA
AugustThursday 2 August10am-2.30pm
Forest Farm MeadowWe will be mowing part of this meadow and removing scrubland to improve the orchard.
End of Hazelbrouck Gardens, Hainault IG6 2XL
Thursday 9 August10am-1pm
Roding Valley Park Conservation Action DayHelp us to remove litter. And maintain the paths, cutting back vegetation and improving accessibility.
Gate on Roding Lane South, adjacent to Vista Drive Bridge IG4 5JF
Thursday 16 August10am-2.30pm
Ray Park WoodlandOpening up the paths of this woodland to encourage new growth, as well as improve access.
James Leal Centre, Ray Park, Snakes Lane East, Woodford Green IG8 7JQ
Thursday 23 August10am-2.30pm
Hainault Lodge Practical Conservation WorkdayJoin us for a day of practical conservation work. There will be plenty of tasks to keep us busy.
Redbridge Cycling Centre car park, Forest Road, Hainault IG6 3HP
Thursday 30 August 10am-2.30pm
Hurstleigh Gardens Conservation WorkdayJoin us for a day of practical conservation work at this lovely little woodland.
Hurstleigh Gardens Open Space, junction of Fullwell Avenue and Hurstleigh Gardens IG5 0RQ
SeptemberThursday 6 September10am-1pm
Roding Valley Park Conservation Action DayHelp us to remove litter. And maintain the paths, cutting back vegetation and improving accessibility.
Vehicle entrance at the end of Elmcroft Avenue E11 2BU
Thursday 13 September10am-2.30pm
Fairlop Lake Island Conservation WorkdayWe’ll be going over by boat to work on the island to reduce scrub and vegetation encroachment.
Angling Lake/Outdoor Activity Centre car park, Forest Road, Barkingside IG6 3HN
Meeting point
Meeting point
TUESDAYS Nature Conservation volunteer days
THURSDAYS Nature Conservation volunteer days
Meeting point
Meeting point
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Hainault Forest
How to find usRomford Road, Chigwell, Essex IG7 4QNwww.redbridge.gov.uk/ hainaultforest www.hainaultforest.co.uk
We are here
Walking for Health FREEThursdays 11am14 June12 July2 August30 AugustGrade 3 walk takes approx. 60 mins with some hills and uneven terrain.
Hainault Forest Walks programme
Nordic Walking £5 Every Saturday 10amSee page 30 for more information
Outdoor Cinema Screenings
Take advantage of the long days and hot weather and come along to Hainault Forest this summer! Pack a picnic and give the kids a chance to play sports or run around this big open space. While you’re there, don’t forget to visit the farm to meet a whole range of animals from sheep and rabbits to meerkats and donkeys and of course, James the Shire horse. .
Global Café
Situated opposite the first car park, the Global Café serves a large selection of drinks, ice creams, snacks and full meals. All food is freshly prepared to order.
Open daily between 9.30am and 6pm
Grease Saturday 2 June
Bridesmaids Saturday 28 July
Star Wars The Last Jedi Saturday 15 September
All screenings to be shown from 6.30pm-11.30pm. For more information or to book please visit www.essexoutdoorcinema.com or email [email protected]
Outdoor FestivalsSaturday 30 June Garage Nation Festival12noon-11pmwww.garagenationfestival.com
Sunborn vs Moondance FestivalsSunday 1 July 12noon-10pmwww.sunbornfestival.com
Car parking charges apply. £1 up to one hour or £3.50 all dayPay via RingGo - Download the App. Find out more at myringo.co.uk Cash no longer accepted
Streets Ahead Redbridge Guided Walks Tuesdays 12 June, 10 July, 14 August, 11 SeptemberLiving Streets, the UK national walking charity is working with London Borough of Redbridge and Vision RCL, leading monthly walks in Hainault Forest over the summer. This involves a non-strenuous, very gentle stroll around the lake and a chance to relax and socialise at the café afterwards.
11am-1pmMeet at the Global Café (opposite the 1st car park)For more information contact Patricia Edeam, Project Coordinator, Redbridge 077 1461 [email protected]
For all walks, meet at the car park adjacent to the Global Café. No booking necessary, just turn up.
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Wheelchair Basketball Sundays All abilities and ages welcomeThe Jack Carter Centre, The Drive, Ilford12noon-1pm£3.50, no booking required, pay on the day. 020 8518 0992
Inclusive ActivitiesAdult Multi Sports 16 yrs+TuesdaysThe Jack Carter Centre, The Drive, Ilford11am-12.30pm£3, £2.80 for Leisure Pass holders 020 8708 0951
Let 2018 be the year you get fit and healthy! Are you a member of a voluntary/community group or maybe a group of friends, work colleagues, family members, children aged 5+ or young people who would like to have fun exercising together but never seem to get round to it?
Why not try Fit for Fun?We will give you 20 weeks of FREE fitness and fun exercise or sporting activity with a vetted and qualified instructor. You choose the activity, the venue, day and time to exercise.
Groups must be a minimum of 10 people who will attend regularly.
For further information and an application pack please contact: Tracy Andrews [email protected] 020 8514 9618
Local men who want to tackle their weight issues now have the chance to join this incredibly successful weight loss league.
Love football but lost your confidence?
Looking for a fun way to get healthy?
Join our new and exciting football league, perfect for men looking to ease their way back into football and live a healthier lifestyle. If you are overweight or obese and would like to play in the FA-endorsed 14 week football league then book NOW!
To register please visit www.manvfatfootball.org/redbridge
Enquiries 020 8708 0955
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure have partnered with Leyton Orient Trust to launch the programme in
Redbridge.
League starts Monday 3 SeptemberFREE taster sessions 2 & 9 July, 6 & 13 August 7pm-9pm open to allLoxford Leisure Centre
COMING SOON TO REDBRIDGEMAN V FAT FOOTBALLMAN V FAT FOOTBALL
sport for all
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WALKING FOR HEALTH
Guide to Grades1 = Easy, flat walk at gentle pace on hard surfaces2 = Steady pace, some gentle slopes and uneven terrain3 = Steady to faster pace, some hills and uneven terrain
* All these walks are accessible for wheelchair users
Mondays 11am11 June at Goodmayes Park18 June at Clayhall Park25 June at Fairlop Waters2 July at South Park9 July at Seven Kings Park16 July at Clayhall Park LOVE PARKS WEEK
23 July at Goodmayes Park30 July at Valentines Park6 August at South Park13 August at Fairlop Waters20 August at Seven Kings Park3 September at Clayhall Park10 September at Goodmayes Park
Wednesdays 11am13 June at Claybury Woods18 July at Claybury Woods LOVE PARKS WEEK
22 August at Claybury Woods26 September at Claybury Woods
Thursdays 11am14 June at Hainault Forest Country Park21 June at Wanstead Park28 June at Valentines Park5 July at Fairlop Waters12 July at Hainault Forest Country Park19 July at Wanstead Park LOVE PARKS WEEK
26 July at Fairlop Waters2 August at Hainault Forest Country Park9 August at Valentines Park16 August at Wanstead Park23 August at Fairlop Waters30 August at Hainault Forest Country Park6 September at Valentines Park13 September at Wanstead Park
Saturdays 10.30amEvery Saturday from Wanstead Place Surgery
Meeting points and grades for walksPark Meeting Point Approximate Time Grade
Claybury Woods Entrance opposite Wannock Gardens, Tomswood Hill 60 minutes 3
Clayhall Park* Tennis Courts inside park Longwood Gardens 20-45 minutes 1/2
Fairlop Waters* Main entrance of Pavilion 20-45 minutes 1/2
Goodmayes Park* Entrance at Aberdour Road/Abbotsford Road 20-45 minutes 1/2
Hainault Forest Country Park Car park adjacent to Global Café 60 minutes 3
Seven Kings Park* Bandstand (Aldborough Road South entrance) 20-45 minutes 1/2
South Park* Car park adjacent to tennis courts 20-45 minutes 1/2
Valentines Park* Outside Valentines Park café 45 minutes 1/2
Wanstead Park Thursday: Park entrance, Warren Road 60 minutes 2
Wanstead Saturday: Entrance off Wanstead Place Surgery 60 minutes 2
Enjoy the changing season on one of our organised walksWhy not join us on one of our free walks which take place in parks and open spaces across Redbridge? No booking required, just turn up and enjoy the company!
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020 8708 0951
Come and enjoy a breath of fresh air, on our weekly walk in the park. We are a friendly bunch and would like to invite people living with dementia (no matter the stage), along with their carers, friends, families and grandchildren, to join us for a stroll in the park. Walks are run by fully trained Walk Leaders in partnership with Dementia Adventure. The walks provide a chance to socialise and participate in small activities.
Every Thursday, 11am Valentines Park, Ilford Meet at Gardener’s Cottage Café by Valentines Mansion Facilities available include a café and toilets. Please call Michelle to book your place on 020 8708 0951.
Dementia Walk and Talk
Walking Football
“The warm ups are great, they are really important as you get older to get everything moving”
“I’m 61 and I never expected to put a bib on again”
Open to all ages and abilities £3.10 per sessionFor more information call Jodie 07738 696858www.englandnetball.co.uk/walking-netball
Walking NetballEvery Friday 10am-11amRedbridge Sports Centre (outdoor courts)Forest Road, Barkingside IG6 3HD
Walking Netball is a slowed down version of the game of netball, designed for anyone looking to exercise in a relaxed, supportive and friendly environment. Every session contains a gentle warm-up. See what previous participants have had to say:
Tuesdays 2pm-3pm, £2 per-sessionNEW Thursdays 2pm-3pm, £3 per-session
Lucozade Powerleague Fairlop Forest Road, Ilford IG6 3HJ
Thousands of people have rediscovered the joys of playing football again thanks to a slowed-down version of the game, where any player caught running concedes a free kick to the opposition. Walking football aims to inspire people back into exercise as it’s played at a more leisurely pace and is kinder to the knees! It is also perfect for people who are recovering from a long term injury and want to continue to enjoy playing football.
The rules are much the same as its speedier cousin, however there are some differences. The squads are smaller (between five and seven-a-side), free kicks are indirect, kick-ins replace throws, there are no offside, the ball must be kept below head height and, of course, anything so much as a jog is prohibited.
Come and give it a try Sessions are open to all abilities. For more information call 020 8708 0955
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try to limit these activities or try to think of ways to make them active
Each week try to balance your physical activity using this guide
ACTIVITY PYRAMID
Choosing from different parts of the pyramid will contribute to better health and a more active lifestyle.
Things to consider
Plan activity in your day Set realistic goals Choose activities from all levels of the pyramid
Change your routine if you start to get bored
Explore new activities
Increase daily activities at the base of the pyramid
Walk whenever you can Make leisure time as active as possible
If you’re inactive
Watching TV,gaming/computer/using tablets
Take a fitness class, try weight lifting, spinning, yoga...
Give your heart a workout try swimming, cycling, running, football...
Walk the dog, take the stairs, go for a brisk walk with a friend...
every day
aim for
3 times per week
1-2 times
per week
Reduce screen
time
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ACTIVITIESMONDAYTime Class Venue Price
* booking requiredContact
10am-11am Zumba Allan Burgess Centre, Wanstead E11 2DL
£30 (10 weeks)* 020 8989 6338
10am-12noon Short Tennis Wanstead Youth Centre £3 020 8989 1711
10am-1pm Badminton (daytime social) Redbridge Sports & Leisure Centre £5.80 member* £6.40 non-member*
020 8498 1010
11.15am-12.15pm Chair Based Yoga Allan Burgess Centre, Wanstead E11 2DL
£30 (10 weeks)* 020 8989 6338
12.30pm-2pm Yoga Redbridge Town Hall, Ilford £4.20/£4 020 8708 0951
1.30pm-2.30pm Zumba Allan Burgess Centre, Wanstead E11 2DL
£30 (10 weeks)* 020 8989 6338
2.15pm-3.15pm Keep Fit Redbridge Town Hall, Ilford £3.70/£3.50 020 8708 0951
6.45pm Goodgym Wanstead House Community Centre E11 2NT [email protected]
FREE Please email
7pm-8pm Box Circuits Wanstead Leisure Centre £6.50 020 8989 1172
7pm-8pm Outdoor Fitness (HIITS)
Fairlop Rowing Club, Fairlop Waters Forest Road IG6 3HD
£5 or 10 sessions for £40
020 8708 0950
7.15pm-8pm Adult Learn to Swim Caterham High [email protected]
£102.60 for 12 week course
07941 674568
8pm-8.45pm Adult Learn to Swim Caterham High [email protected]
£102.60 for 12 week course
07941 674568
8pm-10pm Badminton (Peg Boards) Redbridge Sports & Leisure Centre £4.55 member* £5.25 non-member*
020 8498 1010
TUESDAY6am-7am Indoor Rowing &
Wild SlydeIlford Sports Club, Ilford IG1 1FY [email protected]
£5 a session or £24 PCM
Please email
10am-11am Golf (50+) Fairlop Waters, Forest Road Barkingside IG6 3HD
£5* 020 8500 9911
10am-12noon Keep Fit The Jack Carter Centre, The Drive Ilford IG1 3PS
£2.50 020 8518 0992
10am-12noon Badminton Wanstead Youth Centre £3 020 8989 1711
1pm-3pm Short Mat Bowls The Jack Carter Centre, The Drive Ilford IG1
£2.50 020 8518 0992
1.30pm-3.30pmBadminton for over 55s
Redbridge Sports & Leisure Centre Forest Road IG6 3HD
£4.70 020 8498 1010
2.30pm-3.30pm Chair Based Exercise Manford Way, Hainault £30 (10 weeks)* 020 8220 6000
3.15pm-4.15pm Chair Based Exercise Fullwell Cross Leisure Centre Barkingside
£2.60 020 8708 0951
5.30pm-6.30pm Pilates Redbridge Central Library Gloucester Room
£4.20/£4 020 8708 0951
6pm-7.30pm Yoga (term time only) Seven Kings High School, Ley Street Ilford
£5.20/£5 020 8708 0951
Age UK Redbridge, Barking & Havering
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TUESDAYTime Class Venue Price
* booking requiredContact
6pm-9pm Track Nights Ashton Playing FieldsUse of track/coaching
£1.50 - under 16s/over 35s£4 - 16-35 yrs
020 8559 0486
7.30pm-8.30pm Legs Bums & Tums Wanstead Leisure Centre £7.20 020 8989 1172
WEDNESDAY6am-7am Indoor Rowing &
Wild SlydeIlford Sports [email protected]
£5 per session or £24 PCM
Please email
9.30am-11.30am Ladies only Badminton (Peg Boards)
Redbridge Sports & Leisure Centre Forest Road IG6 3HD
£4.25 member*£4.85 non-member*
020 8498 1010
9.45am-11.15am Yoga Fullwell Cross Library, Barkingside £5.20/£5 020 8708 0951
10am-11am Active Fitness Fairlop Waters £5 or £40 for 10 020 8708 0950
10.30am-11.30am Stretch Wanstead Leisure Centre £7.20 020 8989 1172
11am-12noon Nordic Walking (Intermediates) Fairlop Waters £5 or £40 for 10 020 8708 0950
1pm-2pm Nordic Walking (beginners) Fairlop Waters £5 or £40 for 10 020 8708 0950
2pm-3pm Chair Based Exercise Allan Burgess Centre, Wanstead E11 2DL
£30 (10 weeks)* 020 8989 6338
3pm-4pm Nordic Walking Valentines Park £30 (10 weeks)* 020 8220 6000
8.15pm-9pm Adult Learn to Swim Caterham High [email protected]
£102.60 for 12 week course
07941 674568
8.30pm-10.30pm Badminton (Peg Boards) Redbridge Sports & Leisure Centre£4.55 member* £5.25 non-member*
020 8498 1010
THURSDAY10am-12noon Badminton (daytime social) Wanstead Youth Centre, Wanstead £3.70/£3.50 020 8708 0951
10am-1pm Badminton (daytime social) Redbridge Sports & Leisure Centre £5.80 member* £6.40 non-member*
020 8498 1010
10.30am-11.30am Chair Based Exercise Redbridge Central Library Gloucester Room
£30 (10 weeks)* 020 8220 6000
11am Dementia Walk & Talk Valentines Park, Gardeners Cottage Café
FREE 020 8708 0951
12.30pm-1.30pm Postural Stability Instruction
Redbridge Central Library Gloucester Room
£30 (10 weeks)* 020 8220 6000
2pm-3pm Breathing & Relaxation
Redbridge Central Library Gloucester Room
£30 (10 weeks)* 020 8220 6000
2pm-3pm Chair Yoga Allan Burgess Centre Wanstead E11 2DL
£30 (10 weeks)* 020 8989 6338
6pm-9pm Track Nights Ashton Playing Fields
£1.50 under 16s /over 35s £4 15- 35 yrs
020 8559 0486
7.30pm-9pm Squash Social Wanstead Leisure Centre £4 020 8989 1172
8pm-9.30pm Paddlesports Loxford Leisure Centre £5.50 020 8478 5634
ACTIVITIES Age UK Redbridge, Barking & Havering
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ACTIVITIES8pm-10pm Table Tennis Redbridge Sports & Leisure Centre
Jean Brown Centre£5 020 8708 1010FRIDAY
Time Class Venue Price * booking required
Contact
9.30am-11.30am Ladies only Badminton (Peg Boards)
Redbridge Sports & Leisure Centre £4.25 member* £4.85 non-member*
020 8498 1010
10am-11am Chair Based Exercise Allan Burgess Centre Wanstead E11 2DL
£30 (10 weeks)* 020 8989 6338
10am-11am Walking Netball Jean Brown Arena Redbridge Sports Centre (Booking advised)
£3.10 per session
020 8498 1010
10am-11.30am Yoga Hainault Forest Community Association, Chigwell IG7 4DF
£6.20/£6 020 8708 0951
10am-11.30am Yoga St Mary with Christ Church Wanstead
£4.20/£4 020 8708 0951
10am-12noon Short Tennis Wanstead Youth Centre £3 020 8989 1711
12noon-1pm Gym Circuit (50+) Fullwell Cross Leisure Centre Barkingside IG6 2EA
£2.50* 020 8550 2366
2pm-3pm Chair Based Exercise Allan Burgess Centre Wanstead E11 2DL
£30 (10 weeks)* 020 8989 6338
7pm-8pm Tai Chi Wanstead Leisure Centre £7.20 020 8989 1172
7pm-9pm Badminton (Peg Boards) Redbridge Sports & Leisure Centre £4.55 member* £5.25 non-member*
020 8498 1010
7.30pm-10.30pm Badminton Club Session (advanced players)
Redbridge Sports & Leisure Centre POA member* £10.95 non-member*
020 8498 1010
SATURDAY9am parkrun Valentines Park, Cranbrook Road Ilford FREE 020 8708 0952
9am parkrun Wanstead Flats FREE 020 8708 0952
10am-12noon Squash Social Redbridge Sports Centre (Booking advised)
POA 020 8498 1010
12noon-2pm Badminton (No strings) Wanstead Leisure Centre Redbridge Lane West E11 2JZ
£3.70 020 8989 1172
SUNDAY9am Junior parkrun (4-14 yrs) Central Park, Dagenham FREE 020 8708 0952
10am-11am &
11am-12noonAdult Badminton (12 week course)
Wanstead Leisure Centre £70 members£103.20 non-members
020 8989 1172
12noon-2pm Badminton (No strings) Loxford Leisure Centre, Loxford Lane
£3.70 020 8478 5634
3pm-4pm & 4pm-5pm
Swimming Women and Children
Loxford Leisure Centre Loxford Lane, Ilford
£4.40 adult £2.80 child
020 8478 5634
6pm-9pm Badminton Club Session (advanced players)
Redbridge Sports & Leisure Centre POA member* £12.75 non-member*
020 8498 1010
Age UK Redbridge, Barking & Havering
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Mondays Stand Up Paddle boarding10.30am-12noonFairlop Outdoor Activity Centre, Forest Road IG6 3HN£8020 8500 1468 / [email protected]
Cycling Sessions*6pm-8pmRedbridge Cycling Centre£5 includes bike hire020 8500 9359
Zumba6.30pm-7.30pmVine Church, Ilford (Holstock Road entrance)£4Michelle 020 8708 0951
Basketball7pm-8.30pm Palmer Catholic Academy, Aldborough Road South, Ilford IG3£5Yashmin 07738 701564 / [email protected]
TuesdaysBootcamp*10am-11amIlford Sports Club, Ilford IG1 1FY £36 for 6 weeksYashmin 07738 701564 / [email protected]
Introduction to Golf*10amFairlop Golf Course, Fairlop Waters£5 per session | Equipment providedJimmy 07534 033801
Breeze Beginner Bike RidesEvenings -see websiteFairlop Waters (meet outside Fairlop Outdoor Activity Centre)FREEwww.letsride.co.uk/rides
Back2Netball7pm-8pmSt Aubyns School, Bunces Lance IG8 9DU£3Lucy 07854 090628
Next Step Netball7.30pm-8.30pmRedbridge Sports & Leisure Centre, Forest Road IG6 3HD £3.10020 8498 1010 / [email protected]
Karate*7.30pm-8.30pmIlford Sports Club, Ilford IG1 1FY £32 for 6 weeksYashmin 07738 701564 / [email protected]
WednesdaysBack2Netball9.30am-10.30amRedbridge Sports & Leisure Centre£3.10Lucy 07854 090628
Zumba Toning9.30am-10.30amFrenford Clubs The Jack Carter Centre, The Drive, Ilford IG1 3PS£5Angelique 07708 427486
Swimming (women only)*6.30pm-9.30pmLoxford Pool, Loxford Lane, Ilford£4.40020 8478 5634
Badminton7.30pm-9.30pmIssac Newton Academy, Ilford IG1 1FY£5Yashmin 07738 701564 / [email protected]
Back2 HockeyRe-starts early September. Email for details [email protected]
*booking required
CALLING ALL LADIES! Looking to try something new?
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With
General enquiries about the programme of activities 020 8708 0951
ThursdaysBeginner Running9.45amValentines Park, meet outside Café£3Hanna 07967 190026 /[email protected]
Sailing*10am-12noonFairlop Outdoor Activity Centre Forest Road IG6 3HN£10020 8500 1468 / [email protected]
Ladies on the golf course*11am-1pmFairlop Golf Course, Fairlop Waters£10 per sessionEquipment providedJimmy 07534 033801
Learning the game of golf*7pm-8pmFairlop Golf Course, Fairlop WatersFREE 20-week courseEquipment providedJimmy 07534 033801
Bootcamp*8pm-9pmIlford Sports Club, Ilford IG1 1FY £36 for 6 weeksYashmin 07738 701564 / [email protected]
FridaysLadies on Par*10amFairlop Golf Course, Fairlop WatersGreen fee £10 Equipment providedJimmy 07534 033801
Football7.30pm-8.30pmLoxford Leisure Centre, Loxford Lane£5Yashmin 07738 701564 / [email protected]
Bollywood Fitness7.45pm-8.45pmSeven Kings Methodist Church (hall) Balmoral Gardens IG3 8OH£5Angelique 07708 427486
SaturdaysBollywood Dance for beginners (14+)12noon-12.45pmSeven Kings Methodist Church (hall) Balmoral Gardens IG3 8OH£6Angelique 07708 427486
SundaysBeginner Running9.45amValentines Park, meet outside Café£3Hanna 07967 190026 /[email protected]
Come and join us, have fun, be active and celebrate doing your thing no matter how well you do it, how you look or even how red your face gets! Let us be your source of inspiration. See what’s available below. Booking required*.
ActiveRedbridge @TeamRedbridge
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PREGNANCY YOGA
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAYLegs, Bums & Tum9.30am-10.30am Orchard Children’s CentreListon Way, Woodford Green IG8 7BL
Buggy Fitness 10am-11amRay Lodge Children’s Centre91 Ray Lodge Road Woodford Green IG8 7PG
Zumba11.15am-12.15pm Loxford Children's Centre, 136-138 Loxford Lane, Ilford IG1 2LG
Aerobics10am-11am Forest Children’s CentreDavids WayHainault IG6 3BQ
Aerobics 10am-11am Forest Children’s CentreDavids WayHainault IG6 3BQ
Bollywood Dance10am-11am Chadwell Children’s CentreKeith Axon Library Grove Road RM6 4XB
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAYPostnatal Yoga*9.45am-10.45amCranbrook Children’s Centre, Cranbrook Primary School, The Drive, Ilford IG1 3PS
Antenatal Yoga6.30pm-7.30pmIlford Sports Club 3 Cricklefield Place, Ilford IG1 1FY
Antenatal Yoga9.30am-10.30amNewbury Hall Children’s Centre Perrymans Farm Road, Newbury Park IG2 7LD
Antenatal Yoga1pm-2pm Loxford Children’s Centre 136-138 Ilford Lane, Ilford IG1 2LG
Programme runs during term time onlyFor mums and children aged 5 and under
Time for you and your baby to be active together in a safe and welcoming environment
FAMILY FIT & FUNFITNESS CLASSES
An inclusive physical activity programme for all Mums and Mums-to-be across Redbridge
PLEASE NOTE Childcare is not available at Fitness
classes and Postnatal Yoga, as we are encouraging mums
to attend and take part in physical activity WITH
their children.
For further information call the Sport & Health Team on 020 8708 0952 or email [email protected]
£3 per session or
4 for £10
* postnatal yoga for mum and baby up to 10 months
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Programme runs during term time only
* postnatal yoga for mum and baby up to 10 months
COMING SOON......Brand New leisure centre for Redbridge
Mayfield Leisure Centre will be opening this summer, boasting a 6 lane 25m swimming pool, with spectator seating, dance studio and 40 station gym.
There will be a range of fitness classes on offer from Zumba to Boxercise, Aerobics to Tai Chi; plus personal programmes for the gym.
For swimmers, the pool will offer women only sessions, adult only lane swimming, aqua aerobics, disability sessions as well as open public swimming. Swimming lessons will be offered and will follow our Swim Vision programme.
The centre will be open from 7am-10pm Monday-Friday and 8am-6pm on weekends.
MAYFIELD SPORTSIn addition, it will be possible to book the sports facilities within Mayfield School which includes use of the sports hall, multi-use games areas and all-weather pitch.
There will be opportunities for clubs to make block bookings, individuals to book badminton courts by the hour, plus a variety of sports coaching courses and other activities.
Opening hours will be 5.30pm-10pm Monday to Friday and 9am-5pm on weekends.
Mayfield Leisure Centre, Kinfauns Road, Goodmayes IG3 9QNFor initial enquiries please email [email protected]
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active FITNESS*
Venue Day Time
Fairlop Waters
Outside Club House bar
(optional indoor venue)
Wednesdays
11am Intermediate
Saturdays 12.30pm (all levels)
Hainault Forest Country Park car park adjacent to Global Café
Saturdays 10am (all levels)
Nordic Walking*our parks
Outdoor fitness sessions for beginners and intermediates. Suitable for those that want to get fit, lose weight or just exercise in the parks.
All sessions last approx. 45mins and are for adults and children over 14.
A great way to get fitter this summer!
No membership, no induction, no hassle. Just turn up, pay and join in, suitable for
beginners and intermediate.
Active Parks
Activity Day Time Meeting Point
Bootcamp Mondays 6pm Elmhurst Gardens
Yoga Wednesdays 10am Valentines Park
Abs, Bums & Thighs (ABT) Wednesdays 6.30pm Valentines Park
Boot Camp Saturdays 10am Valentines Park
For more information and to book please visit www.ourparks.org.uk
Nordic Walking is the fastest growing fitness activity in the world. It enhances ordinary walking through the use of poles which propel the walker along exercising the upper body muscles as well as the legs.
www.redbridge.gov.uk/parks Please follow us on social media for updates on any late cancellations due to weather.
1pm Beginners
Venue Day Time Meeting Point
Fairlop Waters Wednesdays 10am Rowing Club Boathouse (optional indoor venue)
Christchurch Green Fridays 7pm Call Dean to confirm 07447 931788
Fairlop Waters Saturdays 8.30am Rowing Club Boathouse (optional indoor venue)
Caterham High School BOKWA
FitnessWithCorinne
Sundays 11.30am Dance Studio(www.bokwafitness.com)Corinne 07877 779719
Clayhall Park FitnessWithCorinne
Sundays£20 for 4 weeks
10am Outdoor GymCorinne 07877 779719
*£5 per session pay as you go or £40 for a 10-session card (saving £10). First session FREE
@activeparks ActiveParksRedbridge
Tennis in the ParkOPEN DAYFree opportunity to try tennis with our qualified coaches
Clayhall ParkSaturday 21 July1.30pm-4.30pm
NEW
For more information or to sign up please email [email protected] clubspark.lta.org.uk/TennisInRedbridge
5 WEEK COURSE Tennis for a tennerClayhall ParkSundays 28 July - 24 August
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Fairlop Waters Country Park, Forest Road, Barkingside IG6 3HN
Please follow us on social media for updates on any late cancellations due to weather.
Weekly Fitness ClassesSession type Time Meeting Point Cost Contact
Mondays Outdoor Fitness (HIITS)* Adult (14 yrs+)
7pm-8pm Fairlop Rowing Club Boat House
£4 Darren 07932 636114 [email protected]
Tuesdays Buggy Fitness* 10.30am-11.30am
Fairlop Waters Club House
£3 020 8500 [email protected]
Yoga* 7.30pm-8.30pm
Lakeside suite £5 020 8500 [email protected]
Wednesdays Paddleboarding 6.30pm-8pm Fairlop Outdoor Activity Centre
£5 or 10 sessions for £40
Thursdays Kayaking at Loxford Pool
8pm-9.30pm Loxford Leisure Centre
Adult £5.50 Child £3.50
Saturdays Fairlop Paddlesports Club
10am-1pm Email for details Adult £5 Child £3
All sessions are subject to change, please check the website www.redbridge.gov.uk/parks or call for further details.
Cycling Cycle Lessons FREE for Redbridge residents!Cycle Confident offer free cycling sessions for Redbridge residents. Please book in advance via www.cycleconfident.com/sponsors/london-borough-of-redbridge
Breeze Beginner Bike Rides for women only For dates and times please visit website Meet at Fairlop Outdoor Activity Centre by the boulder park. Book via www.letsride.co.uk/rides go to search box 'Find a ride' and type Fairlop Waters / then sort by 'Closest to location'. No need to bring your own bike, you can hire ours!
Fit For Life Group Golf ClassesSeniors' Play Academy Fridays 10am. Seniors Class Tuesdays 10am, £5 all equipment provided. For Ladies only sessions see page 26.Individual lessons for all levels of golfer available at times to suit you, discounts offered on group and block bookings. Email [email protected]
KEEP ACTIVE OUTDOORS *Your first class on the Active Fairlop programme is FREE!
Active FAIRLOP
National Bike WeekSaturday 9-Sunday 17 June (Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm)
Father’s DayTreat your dad on Sunday 17 June to High Ropes, Golf and Cycle Hire. Free refreshments after activities.10am-1pm (1 hr sessions)Pre-booking required, call 020 8500 9911 or email [email protected]
Social Climbing WallOur Social Climbing Club is for those that want to gain confidence climbing whilst being social.1hr sessions for 6 weeksContact 020 8500 9911 for price and dates
Fairlop FairSaturday 7 JulyTry a range of free activities including water sports, fitness classes and much more. For more information contact [email protected] or see page 11.
Hire one of our bikes and explore Fairlop Waters during National Bike Week. For more information contact [email protected]
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LOCAL LIBRARY ADDRESSES
Aldersbrook Library2a Park Road, London E12 5HQ020 8496 [email protected]
Clayhall Library1 Claybury Broadway, Woodford Avenue, Ilford IG5 0LQ020 8708 [email protected]
Fullwell Cross Library140 High Street, Barkingside IG6 2EA020 8708 [email protected]
Gants Hill Library490 Cranbrook Road, Ilford IG2 6LA020 8708 [email protected]
Goodmayes Library76 Goodmayes Lane, Goodmayes IG3 9QB020 8708 [email protected]
Hainault Library100 Manford Way, Chigwell IG7 4DD020 8708 [email protected]
Keith Axon Library160-170 Grove Road, Chadwell Heath RM6 4XB020 8708 [email protected]
Redbridge Central LibraryClements Road, Ilford IG1 1EA020 8708 [email protected]
Seven Kings Library679 High Road, Seven Kings IG3 8RQ020 8708 [email protected]
South Woodford Library & Gym116 High Road, South Woodford E18 2QS020 8708 [email protected]
Wanstead LibrarySpratt Hall Road, London E11 2RQ020 8708 [email protected]
Woodford Green LibrarySnakes Lane West, Woodford Green IG8 0DX020 8708 [email protected]
Reading GroupsCome along to your local library Reading Group and change the private and personal experience of reading into a shared one. We have general fiction groups, read aloud groups as well as those that focus on crime writers for all the fans of this genre. The lively discussions in the groups are fun and rewarding. Contact the library for details of their current title. They are FREE to attend and booking is not required.
Writing Groups Come along for inspiration and support with encouragement and space for writers to discuss their work in a friendly environment. We host multiple writing groups as well as one poetry group. The groups are FREE unless stated and booking is not required.
Family History GroupsJoin one of these groups to learn how to find information about your ancestors, or to share your knowledge with like-minded people if you are an experienced researcher. Anyone with an interest in the subject is welcome. These groups are FREE and booking is not required.
Introduction to Computers and TabletsConfused by computers? Need help sending an email? Do you want to find information on the internet? All Redbridge Libraries offer help and advice in one-to-one sessions to introduce how to use a computer.
Information on FREE IT tools for office, design, web, photo and video editing is available for FREE on the first Friday of every month from 1pm-3pm at Redbridge Central Library – see page 33 for more details.
We also offer one-to-one sessions for iPad and Android tablets in some of our libraries. Contact your local library for details or check www.redbridge.gov.uk/libraries
Knit, Craft & ChatterThese groups are suitable for people of all ages and abilities. They are all about having fun, sharing tips and developing new skills. Bring your knitting or a craft you enjoy, have a chat and make new friends. Help is on hand for beginners and booking is not required.
Regular Library ActivitiesThe following groups occur regularly at most of our libraries. Please check with your local library or www.redbridge.gov.uk/libraries for specific dates and times.
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Free IT ToolsAn advice session to find out about free licensed software to use on your computer at work and at home. There are tools for editing photos (similar to Photoshop), making websites, desktop publishing, and all your office needs. Tailored for business users and open to all.
If you need to solve a problem with your computer at work or at home, we provide advice.
Redbridge Central LibraryHub Central2nd floor IT Training RoomFirst Friday of every month1pm-3pm FREE, just drop-inEnquiries [email protected] 020 3051 2258www.justoutsource.it
Let’s go digital!Digital services, skills and access underpins a 21st century library service. Redbridge Libraries are a great place to improve your digital skills. We offer FREE use of our public PCs and FREE WiFi. We also run a number of events for you to take part in.
Tech Ilford Club Join us along with our growing network of Tech enthusiasts. Each month we have the opportunity to discuss a new subject with an expert in the field. So far we have looked at WordPress, Bitcoins, Virtual Reality and much more. An opportunity to learn something new and meet other local enthusiasts.
Redbridge Central Library Lab CentralFirst Saturday of every month 11.30am-1pmFREE, just drop-inCheck schedule online before coming along www.meetup.com/ Tech-Ilford-Club
Special event for children on 16 June. See page 57.
Would you like to learn basic computer skills for total beginners and be supported by staff and volunteers?
Come along to our new computer space at Redbridge Central Library on the ground floor – at Lab Central.
You will be helped to use a mouse, shown how to set up and use an email, given help and shown how to socialise online, learn how to search the internet safely and how to protect yourself against threats online and even how to shop safely and do your banking. We use an excellent and trusted training resource called Learn My Way which will introduce you to all things digital in a safe and supported digital environment.
These sessions are not suitable for seasoned computer users – only suitable for beginners.
Redbridge Central LibraryGround floor, Lab CentralWednesdays10am-12noon | FREE
Seven Kings LibraryWednesdays 10am-12noon | FREE
These are both drop in sessions No need to book (first come, first served)
Learn beginners computer skills
Eastside Heritage Exhibition of Ilford Camera and Film Ilford Limited is a big name in photography, and their films and cameras are used all over the world. However their move away from Ilford in the 1980s means many people now don’t realise the town of Ilford in Redbridge is the birthplace and namesake of the company - Ilford camera and film!
Ilford Limited began life in the basement of a house in Cranbrook Road, but its success allowed them to move onto a new site in Roden Street which is today occupied by Sainsbury’s. The exhibition tells this story - and also tells the story from local people who once worked for Ilford Limited. This informative exhibition will be on display for all to learn and enjoy.
Redbridge Central Library FoyerExhibition will be showing from Wednesday 6 June until Friday 22 June
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Family History GroupDo you want help tracing your family history? Come along to this friendly group for help and advice to get you started using Ancestry and Find My Past.
Gants Hill LibraryFirst and third Wednesday of every month2pm-4pmFREE, just turn up
VAANI Creative Writing Workshops for WomenRedbridge Central LibraryFridays, term time only, except bank holidays12.30pm-2pm | FREE Enquiries Smita 07985 249494 or visit www.vaani.org for details
LEARN SOMETHING NEW
To register your interest or to book an appointment for any Work Redbridge activity call 020 8708 2298 or visit www.redbridge.gov.uk/workredbridge
@WorkRedbridge
Play Reading GroupHave you ever wanted to act but not had the time to take part in a play? Then come along to read aloud a chosen play, each participant reading a variety of characters. The group will look at a different play each session and there’s no need to prepare in advance.
South Woodford Library & GymTuesdays 19 June, 3, 17 July, 4 September7pm-9.30pmEnquiries 020 8708 2409 or email [email protected]
REGULAR ACTIVITIES
Work Redbridge Conversation Clubs Do you want to practice speaking English in an informal environment? Come along to a Work Redbridge conversation club and talk about a wide range of topics including health, education, work and travel and get support from our committed volunteer tutors to help you improve. Conversation Clubs are £10 and run for 12 weeks in term time only.
Redbridge Central LibraryMondays-Fridays 10.30am-11.30amWednesdays 12noon-1pm & 6.30pm-7.30pm
Gants Hill LibraryTuesdays 10.30am-11.30am
Goodmayes Library NEW
Mondays 10.30am-11.30am (term time only)
Work Redbridge Back to Work supportAre you looking for work, training, volunteering or self-employment? Book an appointment to see a Work Redbridge Advisor and get support with careers advice, CV writing and accessing local job opportunities.
Redbridge Central LibraryHub Central, Second FloorNew Appointments Mondays & Tuesdays 10am-5pm
Wanstead Wordsmiths NEW
Come along to this new monthly group for writing and sharing poetry and prose. No prior experience required. All welcome
Wanstead LibraryThursdays 28 June, 26 July, 27 September (last Thursday of the month)6.30pm-7.45pmFREE, just turn upEnquiries Rhonda 020 8708 2409 or email [email protected]
Famous paintings of London and the ThamesOur capital city drew artists from all over the world to portray its people, buildings and famous river.
Join Jef Page at Wanstead to hear all about the many artists for whom The Thames has been a source of delight and artistic inspiration. His talk will feature artists from the 18th to 20th centuries, such as Venetian Canaletto “The Thames and City of London from Richmond House”; Turner “The Burning of the Palace of Westminster, 1834”; Famous French Impressionists: including Claude Monet See Camille Pissarro’s Kew Gardens, as well as Ken Howard’s (from exotic Dagenham) pictures of “Billingsgate Market” where you feel you can almost smell the fish!
Join us and be inspired to see The Thames in a new way.
Wanstead Library Churchill RoomFriday 24 August7pm FREE, please book at the library
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Local and Family History EventsAll these sessions are run by the Redbridge Heritage Centre and are FREE but please book in advance.
How to BookBook your place for the events at the library by calling 020 8708 2417 or via www.redbridge-events.eventbrite.com unless otherwise stated.
Redbridge Heritage Centre
Visit this purpose designed space at Redbridge Central Library to explore the history of your family, house or local area. With a huge range of archives, maps, newspapers, photographs, building plans and online resources, you can discover the people, places and events in over 200,000 years of local history.
@RedbridgeMuseum
Family History one-to-one sessionsGet help to start uncovering your family history using library resources such as Ancestry and Find My Past. Please contact us to book your free session.
Celebrating 70 years of the NHSDo you work or have you worked in the health service in Redbridge? Have you used the NHS locally? Come along to this special themed Heritage coffee morning. Share your memories and look at memorabilia and photographs to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the creation of the NHS.
Redbridge Central LibraryYork RoomThursday 5 July11am-12noon
Suicide: a family taboo. A family history talkSuicide is often surrounded with shame, guilt and secrecy. The subject of suicide is for some families a taboo subject. How have attitudes changed over the centuries and where are the records? Family history expert Kathy Chater will talk about this sensitive subject.
Gants Hill LibraryWednesday 18 July2.30pm-3.30pm
Heritage TeatimeCome along to our special themed Heritage teatime. Michael Foley from Ilford Football Club will be discussing the history of the football club using photos and memorabilia. Did you attend matches? Come along and share your memories or listen to what others have to say.
Redbridge Central Library Heritage CentreThursday 19 July2pm-3pmPlaces are limited, please book early.
A Walk in the Park: an historical stroll around South ParkTony Hoad, Secretary of the South Park Users Group will lead this guided walk around the 116 year old park. Find out about the history of this park which was created on farmland sold to the Council in 1899.
Meet at main entrance of South Park (at the junction of South Park Crescent and South Park Road by the Green Flag)Finish at the Wildlife Centre by the lake.Wednesday 25 July2pm-3.30pm
Tracing Your House HistoryDo you ever wonder who lived in your house or what was on the site of your house before it was built? Come along to this session to find out the answers.
Aldersbrook LibraryFriday 17 August11am-12noonPlaces are limited, please book early.
Archibald Cameron Corbett: The Man and the HousesFilmmaker Ben Honeybone will present the first showing in Redbridge of a documentary about the man who made The Corbett Estates. This film has been made as part of a project funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund to raise awareness of and document the legacy and heritage of Archibald Corbett and of the houses he built on the Corbett Estates both in Redbridge, Forest Gate and South London. The film will be followed by a question and answer session.
Redbridge Central LibraryGloucester RoomMonday 3 September7.30pm-9pm
Special local and family sessions for groupsDo you run a social group, manage sheltered accommodation or meet regularly with a group of friends? Why not visit Redbridge Heritage Centre for an informative local or family history session? We offer talks and reminiscence sessions tailored to your group. (Reminiscence sessions are suitable for 6 to 12 people). Please contact us for more information
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REGULAR ACTIVITIES Hardbacker’s Reading GroupRedbridge Central LibraryWednesdays 4 July, 5 September6.30pm-7.30pm | FREE, just turn up
Poetry Please Join us for an afternoon of poetry. Bring along a poem to share or simply sit back and unwind with the soothing sounds of some of the Nations favourite poems.
Hainault LibraryThursdays 14 June, 12 July, 9 August, 13 September2pm-3pm | FREE, just turn up
Curl up with a good book!
One Day Fun Theatre Workshop for people 50+ Would you like to learn theatre skills? Do you enjoy having fun and being creative? Join this Pen and Perform theatre workshop and learn how to use improvisation and storytelling to devise, write and perform one or more short sketches. This will be a relaxed and gentle workshop which will enable adults to explore their inner actor.
No previous experience necessary, just the willingness to be playful and encourage others to do the same.
Fullwell Cross LibraryAldborough RoomThursday 21 June 10am-4pmFREE, book in advance at the library. To find out more, call the tutor on 07709 893637 or email [email protected]
SPECIAL EVENTS
City of Stories Creative Writing workshops Come along to our City of Stories Writing Workshop with Meena Kandasamy, a poet, fiction writer, translator and activist who lives in Chennai and London. She has published two collections of poetry, Touch and Ms. Militancy, and the critically acclaimed novel, The Gypsy Goddess. Her second novel, When I Hit You, Or, The Portrait of the Writer as a Young Wife was published in 2017.
You will also have the opportunity to enter the Londonwide City of Stories 500 word competition to have your story included in an anthology.
‘My Hideous Progeny’: Mary Shelley and Frankenstein 1818-2018A talk by Janet Seward, Secretary of the Ilford Historical Society.
Wanstead LibraryMonday 3 September6.30pm-7.45pm
FREE, book in advance at the library, on 020 8708 7400 or viawww.redbridge-events.eventbrite.com
Empowering Deaf Society The Empowering Deaf Society offers courses in Redbridge that range from individuals learning British Sign Language to Deaf Awareness Training for groups and for work places.
If you would like to find out more about this organisation and what kinds of courses they offer please come along to the Library Foyer where they will have an information stall and be talking to people about what they can do for you or your groups.
Redbridge Central LibraryMonday 30 July 10am-2pmThursday 2 August 10am-2pmTuesday 28 August 11am-4pmThursday 30 August 2pm-5pm
InspireMotivate
Create
Redbridge CVS Introduction to Volunteering 16 yrs+
Are you new to volunteering and want to find out more before making a commitment? This is the perfect place to consider how volunteering would fit into your life, think about volunteers’ rights and responsibilities and find out how to look for volunteering opportunities.
Redbridge Central LibraryFREE, by appointment only. Call 020 8514 9624 or send an email to [email protected] alternatively, register your interest in volunteering www.redbridgecvs.net/content/volunteer-registration
City of Stories is a Spread the Word initiative to celebrate London’s writers, readers and libraries
Redbridge Central Library Schools Library Service Showroom, first floorTuesdays 12 & 19 June6pm-8pm
FREE, please book in advance via www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/44137130345
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Health & Wellbeing in redbridge librariesRead Aloud Reading Group Join us as we meet and read aloud a different short story as a group, followed by an often lively discussion. Members also bring along poems to read.
Gants Hill Library 18 June, 2, 16, 30 July, 13 August, 3, 10 September2pm-3.15pmFREE, just turn up
Colouring Club for AdultsStressed and need time out? Come along to these sessions to spend some time relaxing by colouring. All materials provided.
Clayhall LibraryFridays 29 June, 27 July, 24 August 11am-12noon
Gants Hill LibrarySaturdays 16, 30 June, 14, 28 July, 11, 25 August, 8 September10am-12noonTuesdays 19 June, 3, 17, 31 July, 14, 28 August, 11 September1pm-3pm
Hainault LibraryFridays 8 June, 13 July 2pm-3pm
FREE, just turn up
ESOL Sessions for Refugees Redbridge Carers Support Service invite you to practise English in the friendly setting of a Conversation Club. Join other carers and improve your spoken English.
Redbridge Central LibraryHub Central, Second FloorEvery Monday 11 June-16 July Term-time only, resumes 10 September10am-12noon | FREEBookings call Rani Raju on 020 8514 6251
Libraries can provide accredited health information, health signposting, reading programmes that promote learning and literacy, social activity such as reading groups, and volunteering opportunities that keep people active and engaged. They provide non-stigmatised community space, skilled staff and assisted online access, and they can reach out to vulnerable people.
REGULAR ACTIVITIES
Reminiscence/ Memory Session Reminiscence, poetry, stories and more. Reminiscence Therapy can be a powerful aid to assist wellbeing by promoting use of long and short term memory. The aim is to help people to engage socially, prompt recall and share their life experiences through pictures, music, textures etc. This in turn promotes discussions which can help to validate a person’s life history and often gives carers, both personal and professional, a better understanding of the person.
A variety of activities are provided in our monthly sessions.
Gants Hill LibraryWednesdays 6 June, 4 July, 1 August, 5 September (always first Wednesday of the month)2pm-3pm | FREE, just turn up
Redbridge Central Library 11 June, 9 July, 13 August, 10 September (always second Monday of the month)2pm-3.30pm | FREE, just turn up
Technological Advice for Visually Impaired PeopleTechnology can be a very valuable tool for learning and communication for people with various degrees of sight loss.
By using a device with appropriate software you can have access to multiple resources, for example magnification capabilities can help to access an online newspaper and text to speech software can allow a person with no sight to produce and read emails and use the internet.
Almost all smart phones have magnification and speech output so they can be used by people with low or no vision. If you are visually impaired and need help accessing and maintaining your device, Graham Page, an Access Technology Advisor at East London Vision, can assist you. He can help you decide what technology would be best for you and offer you training on how to use and maintain it. For more details, call Graham on 07779 441000 / 020 3697 6464 or visit www.eastlondonvision.org.uk
Stop Press: An updated list for common mental health conditions will be available from June. Look out for it in your local Redbridge librarywww.redbridge.gov.uk/libraries/books-on-prescription
Let’s Get Busy with Purple Dolly NEW
Friendly drop-in clothing repair workshop. Bring in your clothing items and our experts will show you how to fix zips, attach button or shorten, repair and u upcycle your garments.
Redbridge Central LibraryTuesdays fortnightly from 4 SeptemberTerm-time only1pm-2.30pm, FREE
For information call 020 8708 2409 or email [email protected]
Reading Well Reading Well promotes the benefits of reading for health and wellbeing. It’s delivered by the Reading Agency working with public libraries, NHS trusts and colleges throughout the UK. Ask at your local library for the following useful booklists:
Books on Prescription – DementiaBooks on Prescription – Common mental health conditionsShelf Help – Self-help for young peopleReading Well – Long term conditionsReading Well – Mood boosting books
Health & Wellbeing in redbridge librariesLiving Well @RedbridgelibsSpread the word Redbridge Libraries offer space for local health, community and educational groups to have Information Tables offering health and wellbeing literature, health monitoring and signposting, learning information, lifestyle advice, and much more. These Information Tables can be at Redbridge Central Library and/or other libraries.
Some themes that we are particularly looking to support are:
Make a Noise in Libraries Fortnight (Disability Awareness/sight loss) 4-17 June
Healthy Eating Week 11-15 June
Diabetes Week11-17 June - Know diabetes. Fight diabetes
Carers Week 11-17 June
National Refugee Week 18-24 June - Different Pasts. Shared Future
Armed Forces Day 30 June
World Senior Citizens Day 21 August
World Alzheimer’s Month September - 7th annual celebration
If you’d like to have an Information Table to support one of these themes or at any other time, please contact Rhonda Brooks on 020 8708 2409 or email [email protected]
Health Information WeekMonday 2-Sunday 8 July
A local nutritionist will be available this week to give free advice about healthy food and dietary intake at the following libraries:
Redbridge Central LibraryTuesday 3 July10.30am-2pm
South Woodford Library & GymThursday 5 July10.30am-2pm
Fullwell Cross LibrarySaturday 7 July11.30am-2.30pm
Tamil Community Advice Surgery
Weekly drop-in advice surgery for the Tamil Community offering free assistance with issues such as domestic violence, homelessness, depression/stress, gambling/addictions, care/social services, immigration, autism, form filling, translation, alcohol/substance abuse, dementia, discrimination.
Redbridge Central Library Saturdays 23 June-13 September 10am-12noon Enquiries Rani on 07947 816273 or Thilaka on 07980 846113 or [email protected]
Kiran Support Services Advice SurgeriesWeekly drop-in advice surgeries for Asian women and children experiencing domestic violence.
Redbridge Central LibraryThursdays 14 June-13 September10am-12noonFREE, just turn upEnquiries Amrita Kaur 020 8558 1986 or 07967 818124 or email [email protected]
Falls Prevention Service Age UK Redbridge, Barking & HaveringDo you want to reduce the risk of falling?
If you are 50+, a resident of Redbridge and would like a review of your situation, please come and talk to an adviser.
Redbridge Central Library, foyerTuesdays 19 June, 17 July, 21 August10am-12.30pmFREE, just turn up
Action on Hearing Loss Hearing Aid Support ClinicsAction on Hearing Loss is offering free hearing aid maintenance and information services for Redbridge residents with NHS hearing aids.
The free drop-ins run by the knowledgeable charity staff and volunteers will offer general maintenance, including tubing replacements, batteries and information.
The service works in partnership with Whipps Cross and King George’s Hospital’s Audiology Department, which also supports free drop-ins at Seven Kings Health Centre, Redbridge Sensory Services, St. Barnabas Church Hall and Hainault Forest Community Association along with 2 free drop-ins at the following libraries:
Gants Hill LibraryThursdays 28 June, 26 July, 30 August, 27 September (last Thursday of the month)10am-12noon
Redbridge Central LibraryHub Central and foyerFridays 8 June, 13 July, 10 August, 14 September (second Friday of the month)10am-12noon
For more information, please contact Zehra Hassan / Richard Turner on 020 8551 7700
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Therapy Taster TalksFunctional Therapy in the Digital Age
Join local therapist Susanne Jager for her popular talks on pain relief and health & wellness. Hear how she uses functional therapy to get to the root causes of pain and disease and how she helps people become pain free, fitter and healthier.
You can read more about Susanne here: www.painreliefspecialist4u.com/susanne-jager-pain-relief-therapist
Vision RCL does not endorse or recommend any particular activities, treatments or diagnosis, and professional advice should be sought in relation to all health and treatment decisions.
Wanstead LibraryTuesday 4 September 6pm-8pm£5/£3 concessionsPlaces are limited so please book with the library on 020 8708 7400Enquiries email [email protected]
Reiki Meditation Sessions with Stephanie MugoThese sessions are perfect if you want to start meditation or if you want to deepen your current practice. Stephanie will be sending Reiki Healing to the group as everyone meditates together. Some of the many benefits of these sessions are: Stress relief, increased relaxation, increased sense of being at peace, calming the mind, rebalancing the Chakras, cleansing the Aura, alleviating pain, rebalancing the whole body... You are welcome to attend one or all of the sessions.
Saturdays 9 & 30 JuneRedbridge Central Library1pm-2pm
FREE, but please book with the library on 020 8708 2414 or Rhonda on 020 8708 2409 or [email protected]
SPECIAL EVENTS Worldwide Knit in Public Day (WWKIP Day)
9 JuneWWKIP Day is about showing the general public that knitting can be a community activity. On WWKiP Day, knitters can come together in public places, making them hard to miss. Find out more at www.wwkipday.com
So, come join our public knitting circle and join a colourful, passionate, global community. Our WWKIP Day event will also include a yarn swap.
Redbridge Central LibrarySaturday 9 June10.30am-12noon
FREE, just turn up with your knitting (or other yarn craft) and some yarn to swap.
Enquiries 020 8708 2409 or email [email protected]
The Final Party
Join us in a relaxed setting to drink tea/coffee and eat cake whilst discussing anything you want to in relation to death and dying, life and living. The Library Death Café will be a safe, confidential and supportive space to talk or just to listen - friendly, informative and intimate. This is not a grief support or counselling session and is not suitable for anyone recently bereaved.
“Lovely, calm and friendly environment. Beautiful people and learnt a lot about the views of others” - participant at The Library Death Café
Wanstead Library Tuesday 26 June 6pm-8pm
Hainault Library Thursday 19 July 6pm-7.30pm | FREEFor more information or to book a place please go to www.deathcafe.com or call 020 8708 2414.
Library Death Cafés are offered in partnership with Compassionate Funerals following the Death Café model www.compassionatefunerals.co.uk
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Health & Wellbeing in redbridge libraries
Different Pasts. Shared FutureThis year, stand with refugees and help mark 20 years of Refugee Week. To celebrate, everyone is invited to do one (or more!) of 20 Simple Acts – one for each year of Refugee Week. Simple Acts are things everyone can do to show support for refugees, find out more about refugee experiences and make new connections in their communities. Anyone can take part in Simple Acts. Find out more www.refugeeweek.org.uk/simple-acts-2
Will you stand with refugees and celebrate 20 years of Refugee Week by joining the Simple Acts movement? You could come along to a number of events we’ve planned to mark the celebration:
Monday 18 JuneReminiscence WorkshopJoin Redbridge Carers Support Service ESOL session for refugees for a special reminiscence workshop.
Redbridge Central LibraryRedbridge Heritage Centre10.30am-11.30amFREE, just turn up
Tuesday 19 JuneShare a Story Reading GroupA refugee can be anybody. People have been forced to leave their homes throughout recent human history, and refugees are part of the fabric of British history and culture. Einstein was a refugee. So is Rita Ora, Isabel Allende and millions of others who are not famous but who each have something to give and a unique story to tell.
If you enjoy reading and being read to, then come along and discover the story of one or more refugees as we read aloud stories as a group, followed by some discussion. You are also welcome to bring along relevant poems to read.
Redbridge Central LibraryConversation Club area12noon-1pmFREE, just turn up
Wednesday 20 JuneFilm Morning The best films take us to places we’d never otherwise have gone, introduce us to people we’d never otherwise have met and spark conversations we’d never otherwise have had. Come along and watch a film inspired by an experience of crossing borders this Refugee Week. Get together with others, share a film and enjoy some refreshments.
Gants Hill Library2pm-4.30pmFREE, just turn up
Carers Week: 11-17 June
National Refugee Week: 18-24 June
Enquiries 020 8708 2409 or email [email protected]
Redbridge Carers Support Service Health and Wellbeing Event The theme for this year’s Carers Week is supporting carers to be Healthy and Connected. Take part in a workshop or drop in throughout the day for taster complementary therapies, health checks and a range of information stalls.
Keeping them in Mind -an evening of poetry, music and story
Join Sue Gould and Jane Grell for this evening of shared memory and experience.
Sue Gould is an ex-carer, teacher, poet and musician. Jane Grell is an ex-carer, teacher, poet and storyteller.
Wanstead LibraryFriday 15 June6.30pm (for 7pm start)Finishes at 8pmFREE, just turn up
Enquiries 020 8708 2409 or email [email protected]
Workshop programme
10.30am Tai Chi taster exercise class11.30am Nutrition Talk with tips to
improve diet, manage weight, boost energy levels and prevent disease
12.15pm Lunch1.30pm Relaxation workshop with
NELFT Talking Therapies
Venue
City Gates Church3rd Floor, 25-29 Clements Road, Ilford IG1 1BH Wednesday 13 June 10.15am-3pmFREE, just turn up
