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Vision’s library service has secured nearly £30,000 of grant funding from Arts Council to support the delivery of its annual Day of the Dead inspired family arts festival. The festival has been running for 5 years as part of the library service’s Death Positive Library project, where they are using creative activities and festivals to
Colours of Redbridge have secured an additional £333,000 from Arts Council England to continue their ground-breaking programme of free, community-led arts and culture until April 2026. So far, Colours of Redbridge have engaged well over 10,000 local residents with the programme, and the majority of those people are from communities who are less represented in
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure is excited to announce that our services have been nominated in three categories for the Ilford Business Awards 2024: Ilford Business of the Year, Redbridge Art & Culture Award (with two nominations), and Redbridge Social Value Award. We invite all who value our services – customers, partners, supporters, colleagues, and
Children and young people can look ahead to the joys of the summer holidays in Redbridge, as Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure has a fantastic array of events, activities, festivals, outdoor arts, and sporting opportunities. Redbridge Holiday Mega Mix ReturnsRedbridge Holiday Mega Mix returns to bring summer to life with a wealth of affordable taster
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure (Vision RCL) is thrilled to announce a vibrant and enriching celebration of South Asian Heritage Month, taking place from July 18 to 17 August 2024. This month-long event honours the rich cultural heritage, history, and contributions of South Asian communities in the UK. Discover the beauty and depth of South
East London Shakespeare Festival (ELSF) returns to Valentines Park and other parks and open spaces across east London this summer, with a sparkling family-friendly production of the Bard’s romanticcomedy Much Ado About Nothing, touring from June to August. Come along to Valentines Park on Thursday 25 or Friday 26 July for this sun-soaked mischief and
Magnificent kite-flying displays, a catwalk of vibrant, cultural fabrics, and an inspiring flag parade led by Redbridge’s disabled communities, are just three of the projects that residents have been developing, ready to launch in Redbridge this summer. 30 residents, known as Community Producers, have been working with expert artists to develop a world-class programme, including:
In honour of Volunteers Week, we are thrilled to recognise the incredible dedication and hard work of our volunteers at Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure (Vision RCL). Each year, we host a special event to express our gratitude, inviting all our volunteers to come together with key Vision volunteer organisers for an evening filled with
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure is thrilled to announce the return of the Redbridge Holiday Mega Mix this Easter, presenting an array of engaging and affordable activities tailored for children aged 5 to 16. All thanks to funding from Redbridge Council. Affordable Fun: For just £1, children can dive into an hour of swimming at
During the Easter period our leisure centres, libraries and other facilities will have different opening hours. Please see the opening hours listed below, or for more information please visit our individual centre pages.Find out more about your local sport and leisure centreFind out more about your local libraryFind out more about theatre For more information
February half term is just around the corner, and we have a variety of activities and events to keep the little ones busy, from educational and informative workshops to arts and crafts and even sports activities. Vision RCL has you covered no matter what you’re after. If you need a little help deciding, take a
This February, residents of Redbridge are gearing up to celebrate LGBT+ History Month with an array of events and activities aimed at fostering inclusivity, understanding, and recognition of the rich history of the LGBT+ community. Organised by Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure in partnership with Redbridge Council, Redbridge Rainbow Community, Positive East and Eastside Community
Vision RCL is thrilled to announce, “One Planet, One Chance” Exhibition is now available for viewing at Redbridge Central Library. The climate action artworks were created for Tate Modern in July 2023 for One Planet One Chance, a pan disability event for adults with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, and older adults. “One Planet, One
On Sunday 17 September, Wanstead Festival will be returning to Christchurch Green once again. This annual festival will feature a lot of the familiar attractions that have been enjoyed at the event before and lots to watch and enjoy. The festival will run from 11am to 6pm on the day with performances, stalls and activities
The Just Sing performance at the Kenneth More Theatre was an excellent celebration of 10 years of Performing Arts at the Redbridge Drama Centre. Over 150 children came together to put on a full scale production with a multitude of well-known songs and even included dance performances and dramatic monologues and group pieces. In January
Megamix is back this summer with lots of free and low cost activities for children living in Redbridge. Children aged 5-16 have a large selection of activities to choose from during the summer holidays from sports to drama, dance to digital workshops, roller skating to arts and crafts. We’ve put a selection of some of
By Olivia Quick I’ll be graduating from Redbridge Drama and Dance College in July and I’ve had an amazing time. It’s been a whirlwind two years, and I’ve made memories that will last a lifetime. Coming from a small village in Oxfordshire and moving to South Woodford was daunting, however I was so excited to
Valentines Mansion will be celebrating the talents of its nine local artists on Sunday 25 June with an Artists’ Open Studios event. Normally a private workspace for the local makers, the historic top floor of the grade II* listing building will be open to visitors for this special event. The popular event brings together a
May Half Term is almost upon us and across Vision venues we have lots of activities to enjoy. You can see all children’s activities on our Do More page. But we’ve also recapped everything for you here too: Multiple Day Activities Single Day Activities Tuesday 30 May Wednesday 31 May Thursday 1 June Friday 2
Coming to Wanstead Park on 15 and 16 July and Valentines Park on 2 and 3 August East London Shakespeare Festival (ELSF) are bringing their riotous and atmospheric production of Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers to outdoor London parks and community spaces this summer. Set in a familiar modern East London, this story of secret loves and
Vision employee, Nina Simon, was invited to attend the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey on Saturday 6 May 2023.
Redbridge resident Zainab Rehman has been announced as the winner of the Redbridge Design Challenge. The 22-year-old was selected by a panel of six local visual artists and presented with a framed version of her artwork on Saturday, 6th May as part of the King’s coronation event in Ilford. As well as being part of
IODS Productions recently performed The Addams Family at Redbridge Drama Centre. Dylan Lee wrote about the group recently for the Ilford Recorder
Mental Health Awareness Week is an ideal time for us all to think about mental health, tackle stigma, and find out how we can create a society that prevents mental health problems from developing and protects our mental well-being. Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It can affect how we think, feel,
Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure are working in partnership Woodford Arts Group (WAG) to bring a wonderful free inclusive Spring Exhibition at the Sir James Hawkey Hall, Broomhill Road, Woodford Green IG8 0GB. Open from Saturday 9 to Tuesday 12 March, 11am to 6pm. Today, the WAG showcases the work of artists from the Woodford
Take a look at the many events we have across our venues in Redbridge. With a wide range of options, across all ages and all budgets
Vision RCL is delighted to announce Redbridge Outdoor Arts is a partner in Without Walls, a consortium of festivals and arts organisations bringing fantastic outdoor arts to people in towns and cities across England. Find out more on Without Walls website. Vision RCL has been successful in their application to join the Touring Network Partnership
Vision is honoured to be part of the Redbridge Education Awards 2022. A special celebration set up by Redbridge Council to recognise those who support young people on their journey to achieve extraordinary futures. Working with young people is a fulfilling and rewarding profession but can also come with its challenges. Especially over the last
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure invites everyone to join them in celebrating their annual Fabula Festival from 3to 8 October. A unique weeklong celebration of the art of storytelling and its power to transform lives. Taking place during National Libraries Week, Fabula Festival is a celebration of everything that happens in Redbridge Libraries. Aimed at
Vision RCL’s Redbridge Outdoor Arts (ROA) programme presents a summer of arts and culture in Ken Aston Square on Barkingside High Street. A programme for all ages to enjoy, where everyone in the community is welcome and all events are FREE of any charge. Once a month from June to September the square will become
During the Easter period our leisure centres, libraries and other centres will have different opening hours. To find out more information on opening times, please see below or visit the individual centre pages. For more information on our Easter Holiday activities view the Children’s events page. Parks & Open Spaces All of our parks and
Credit: Community Leisure UK Why Charitable Trusts are great! Here’s a quick summary! Charitable Trusts come in all shapes and sizes. But they all have two things in common. To do good and make things better. Your Local Leisure and Culture Trust is no different. They help make your community better because as a charitable organisation
Vision RCL has been awarded a grant of up to £998,936 from Arts Council England’s Creative People and Places Programme to deliver an ambitious programme of arts and cultural activity made by and with the people who live and work in Redbridge. Vision’s Library and Culture Team successfully led a consortium of local partners to
It’s beginning to feel a lot like summer as Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure prepare their events programme. All events will be delivered in line with government guidance and will enable children and adults to mix again socially and enjoy the fantastic provision we have here in Redbridge. Our Walking for Health group was one
Vision RCL has received a grant of £190,110 from the Government’s £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund to help the organisation recover and reopen. More than £300 million has been awarded to thousands of cultural organisations across the country including Vision in the latest round of support from the Culture Recovery Fund, the Culture Secretary announced
Children in Redbridge were celebrating on Sunday with the news that they were part of the winning nominees for Outstanding Achievement in Opera at the 2020 Olivier Awards for the production of Noye’s Fludde at the Theatre Royal Stratford East staged in July 2019. The production was made up of over 200 young people across
Vision RCL has been awarded £547,565 as part of the Government’s £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund (CRF) to help face the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic and to ensure they have a sustainable future, the Culture Secretary has announced today. Vision is one of 1,385 cultural and creative organisations across the country receiving urgently needed
FUTURE MAKERS FOR THE GAME CHANGERS.THE RULE BREAKERS.THE FUTURE MAKERS. Bursting with big ideas, but not sure where to start? We’re looking for young creatives bold enough to break the mould, who want to push boundaries, and shape our future. Join us for a FREE two-week innovative on-line programme designed to build your creative skills
The National Community Leisure UK Awards are held annually and recognise, celebrate and share the achievements of leisure and culture trusts across the UK. Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure were delighted to have finalists in three of the categories for the 2020 awards and a winner in one! Huge congratulations go to Yashmin Harun, a
We offer a range of resources including: ✓ Partnership working with local organisations helping residents learn new skills✓ A wide range of Online Resources✓ Employment Advisers with Work Redbridge who are based in Hub Central providing support with CVs, training and developing your career✓ Career Support with The National Career Service providing impartial and professional advice on skills and the
Kenneth More Theatre has found its brand new panto cast just in time for Christmas! The theatre, which has recently come under Vision’s management, will continue its tradition of putting shows for the community including the popular Christmas pantomime. This year’s panto is the much loved classic, Sleeping Beauty presented by Anton Benson productions. We
Following discussions between Redbridge Council, Redbridge Theatre Company and Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure on the future of the Kenneth More Theatre, Vision will take over the Theatre’s operations from 1 September 2019. Vision is already receiving a significant number of enquiries from hirers and volunteers. We will be responding to these from September, but
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure has partnered with Circulate, a group of arts organisations working together to bring outstanding, free outdoor arts events to London, enlivening the neighbourhoods where people live. Find out more on the Circulate website. We have a range of events taking place in Ilford Town Centre this summer, so come along
Saturday 15 June 11am-4.30pm VR Playground is the latest ride experiment by SPACE artist and the world’s first Thrill Engineer, Professor Brendan Walker and his Thrill Laboratory. Scoot through the metropolis inside a mono-wheel; leap tall structures in a single bound; and undulate upwards to escape the deep abyss – don a virtual reality headset, jump
In March 2019 it was announced that Vision’s outdoor arts programme in Ken Aston Square had partnered with England’s biggest network of outdoor arts festivals, Without Walls. The outdoor arts programme will run once a month from Saturday 8 June to Saturday 21 September in Ken Aston Square, Barkingside High Street. All shows will be
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure were delighted to win an award for their innovative project, The Final Party, in the Social category at this year’s Edge Awards. The Edge Awards highlight and reward good practice in innovative library and information projects. The Social category recognises work involving communities or target groups, engagement and making a difference.
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure’s outdoor arts programme in Ken Aston Square is a new partner with England’s biggest network of outdoor arts festivals, Without Walls. The organisation works with festivals and artists and brings fantastic outdoor arts to people in towns and cities across the UK. To find out more visit Without Walls Website.