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Vision Parks is delighted to be part of Love Parks Week 2025, a nationwide celebration of the vital role parks and green spaces play in our lives. Running from 25 July to 3 August 2025, this annual initiative, led by Keep Britain Tidy, highlights the importance of parks for our physical health, mental well-being, and
Vision Redbridge is entering into a new chapter – one rooted in wellbeing, connection, and community. With a vibrant rebrand, a bold digital transformation, and a renewed focus on sustainability, Vision is embracing its role as a modern, inclusive wellness organisation, committed to creating spaces where individuals and communities can truly thrive. A New Look
We are delighted to announce the Redbridge Outdoor Arts 2025 programme which takes place in Barkingside and Ilford over the summer and early Autumn months. This year we’re celebrating our communities through Disabled-led work, South Asian Heritage, inspiring our Young People and taking part in Black History Month. The shows that we have selected align
Vision is committed to empowering the Redbridge community not just through leisure and culture, but also by offering paths to employment, skills development, and volunteering. Volunteering Volunteering with Vision RCL is a great way to develop key employment skills while making a difference in your community and giving back. Whether you’re interested in working in
2024 has been a whirlwind of creativity and success for Redbridge Creates. Collaborating with Redbridge Music Service, we brought Beauty and the Beast to life in a spectacular way. With five sold-out performances, an exceptional cast, and a full orchestra housed in our upstairs studio, this production was a shining showcase of talent from across
Based on the original Hans Christian Anderson tale Kai and Gerda are best friends who would do anything for each other. So when Kai disappears, Gerda knows she is the only one who can find him. She sets off on an epic journey, facing dangerous trials and meeting friends and enemies along the way… With
Following structural inspections, our engineers have discovered RAAC concrete in the Kenneth More Theatre. RAAC (reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete) is a lightweight concrete that was used in construction between the 1950s and 1990s. When this material is found to have degraded it must be replaced. Following a detailed appraisal of the condition of the RAAC concrete
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
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
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
Step into the realm of magic and wonder as Redbridge Creates Theatre Company proudly presents Disney’s timeless classic, Beauty and the Beast. Prepare to be transported into a world where love transcends all boundaries, and where the beauty of the human spirit shines brighter than any curse. Adapted from the beloved Academy Award-winning animated film,
Are you ready to embark on a magical adventure to Neverland? Join us for a spectacular journey with Peter Pan, Wendy, Tinker Bell, and the Lost Boys as they battle the infamous Captain Hook and his crew of pirates. It’s a swashbuckling experience for all ages that you won’t want to miss! Watch our short
Written by Chloé Holder I am thrilled to be playing Wendy this Christmas in ‘Peter Pan’ at the Kenneth More Theatre! This will be my official Pantomime debut, as previously I understudied Cinderella at the Kenneth More Theatre in 2021. I’m grateful that I got to perform in those 8 shows, and I absolutely loved
The Kenneth More Theatre have now announced their principle cast for the 2023 pantomime, Peter Pan. This year’s panto is set to be another wondrous performance full of fun, magic and catchy music. Take a look at the cast below: Peter Pan Marcus J Foreman Marcus is a new addition to the Kenneth More Theatre
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
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
IODS Productions recently performed The Addams Family at Redbridge Drama Centre. Dylan Lee wrote about the group recently for the Ilford Recorder
Redbridge Creates are taking their touring show, Playing With Fire, back to schools to highlight the impact of social media.
During the Bank Holidays in May 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. Please check the Vision App for further details on Group Exercise Classes. For more information on our Easter Holiday activities
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 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
Theatre If your child would prefer a more relaxing half term, then the Kenneth More Theatre and Redbridge Drama Centre have got plenty to do. Join the Kenneth More Theatre as they bring prehistoric animals to life with the Dinosaur Show, packed with fun, facts, and laughter, this is something your child will love! Get
As Redbridge Creates presents The Wizard of Oz from 29 July 29 to 5 August. A wonderful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s 1900 beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from MGM Film. This timeless tale shows the travels of young Dorothy from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical land of Oz. This
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
After cancelling the original production within days of its opening night, Bugsy Malone will finally open at Kenneth More Theatre in March. Based on the 1976 film written and directed by Alan Parker, Bugsy Malone is a fun family musical with a cast of young actors. The cast were rehearsed and ready to perform when
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
As we now enter the third step in the Government’s road out of lockdown, more of our Vision facilities have reopened today Monday 17 May. While our leisure centres re-opened last month for gym use and swimming, we are excited to finally recommence indoor sports. Fitness classes such as spinning, body conditioning, zumba and lots
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 Redbridge Culture & Leisure were delighted to be able to re-open some of their leisure and cultural facilities on Monday 12 April, one step closer to bringing the Redbridge community back together. Following the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown families can once again enjoy swimming sessions at their local leisure centre. Parents are keen
Vision Venues are planning an upgrade. Here are four upgrades coming to our Venues in 2021! We believe in providing places where people and communities can thrive, be it through exercise classes, art clubs, music concerts and events hosted by our very own teams across Vision RCL. From getting your business off the ground with
We are introducing Vision Venues, a new way to make effortless bookings with Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure. We are a brand-new team here to help you book into our fabulous venues located across Redbridge! Our venues include: Valentines Mansion, Redbridge Town Hall, Sir James Hawkey Hall and many more! You will be delighted to
We’re really disappointed to hear the latest government guidance on indoor performances. Unlike many theatres we are in a position where it can be viable reopen. We’ve implemented thorough social distancing throughout the theatre and are confident that our standards are at the highest level beyond many sectors that have already re-opened. The Kenneth More
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
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