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This is a programme of 2 sessions over 2 days in our Learn to Ride area: Learn to balance, learn to pedal, get riding, aimed at getting children learning to ride in a short period of time.
The first session will teach balance, gliding and co-ordination. The second session will teach them how to pedal without stabilisers and then focus on them braking, cornering and their bike handling skills.
Explore what creatures live underwater in Hainault Forest. We will use pond dipping equipment to find out what creatures live in the lake.
We will stay on dry land as we dip nets into the lake from a platform. All equipment will be provided along with ID guides to help identify your discoveries.
Because this activity takes place next to open water the maximum group number is 5 children. Siblings will not be able to take part unless they have a pre-booked ticket too.
This session is for children aged 6+ only.
Take a morning tour around Foxburrows Farm, discover the animals that live here, and help to give some of them their breakfast.
Starting before the Farm is open to the public, this tour will teach you about the animals that we have on the farm, including how some can help to manage the forest. There will also be the opportunity to feed some animals (please note that we cannot guarantee feeding specific animals)
The tour will last approximately 50 minutes. The tour will start promptly at 9am
Visiting a farm is an enjoyable experience, but does carries a small risk of catching infection from animals or the environment, Particularly for those who are young, elderly, immunocompromised or pregnant. Health and safety information will be given at the start, and a link is provided here for more information: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5cbef14440f0b649e50f9d9e/Farm_visits_avoiding_infection.pdf
As it is difficult to stop very young children putting their hands in their mouths after touching the animals, we advise that children under 3 years old do not attend the farm tour.
Join us for an exciting minibeast hunt this half-term! Explore the forest to find some of the creatures that crawl, buzz and wiggle.
All equipment will be provided for you to gently search, capture and view some minibeasts. There will be identification guides and sheets to learn about what we find.
This event is suitable for families, it is recommended for children aged 6-11 and will involve walking to a site and searching for minibeasts. This activity will last approximately 90 minutes.
Celebrate the beauty of Urdu and Arabic calligraphy in this inspiring, hands-on session. Join us on Tuesday 20 May, 2.30pm to 4.30pm as we explore the artwork of Khumsa Ahmed and create your own calligraphy-inspired piece with guidance from artists Ayesha Hafeez and Khumsa Ahmed.
Includes:
• All materials provided
• Design and paint a chosen Urdu or Arabic word/phrase
• Make a personalised keepsake to take home
Open to all ages (children must be accompanied by an adult). No booking or artistic experience needed.
Join us for “Notes of Gratitude” – a relaxing and meaningful postcard decorating workshop.
In this session, you’ll decorate your own personalised postcard to express either:
● Gratitude toward someone meaningful in your life, or
● Positive affirmations and self-love for yourself
You can use words, poems, or simple notes to reflect on empowering qualities—whether it’s kindness, strength, joy, or something unique to you.
We’ll have collage materials, pens, and plenty of creative inspiration ready for you to explore and enjoy.
This workshop is suitable for adults and families – all welcome!
No artistic experience needed—just come along, get creative, and connect with yourself and others in a calm and welcoming space.
Every year, people across the UK come together for Dying Matters Awareness Week, a time dedicated to encouraging open conversations about death and dying in whatever way, shape, or form works best for them. The mission of Dying Matters is to dismantle the stigma and taboo surrounding these important topics.
Join us for a thoughtful and creative activity, where we’ll reflect on how death touches each of us—and how opening up about it can bring comfort, connection, and clarity.
Together, we’ll be creating a large community poster—a living artwork that invites you to share your reflections through:
● Drawing
● Collage
● Writing
You’re welcome to contribute in any way that feels meaningful to you. This might include:
● A memory of a loved one
● A song or piece of music you’d want played at your funeral – your inheritance track
● A book that has special memories for you
● Something/s you want to achieve or do before you die – your bucket list
● A place you’d want to be at the end of life
● Or people you’d want by your side
This is a safe, supportive space where there’s no right or wrong way to express yourself. Whether you come to create, to share, or simply to be present—you are warmly welcome.
Please note that this is a supportive creative activity and not designed to be a counselling session.
Let’s come together to break the silence and explore why dying matters.
No artistic experience or booking needed – just bring yourself!
You can find information about our Death Positive Library service and activities such as Grief Cafes, Day of the Dead Festival and Tickets for the Afterlife Quiz on our website, where you will also find useful book/support lists: https://visionrcl.org.uk/health-and-wellbeing-2/the-death-positive-library/
The Our Streets team join us for a FREE Under 5’s Event to celebrate our little ones. They will be offering a special story during our regular rhyme time as part of Reusable Nappies Week.
No need to book, just turn up.
Stories and rhymes will take place from 10.30am-11am as usual.
Plus, at the event you can learn about:
The Our Streets Team will also be giving away a limited number of free reusable nappy trial packs to residents that bring all of the following documentation:
1. Photo proof that you are a Redbridge resident (council tax bill, utility bill or driving license)
2. Photo proof that you are pregnant or have a baby under 18 months old (MATB1 form, birth certificate)
3. Full name and address of parent or carer applying
We look forward to seeing you there. Get in touch with the team if you have any questions on ourneighbourhood@redbridge.gov.uk
Join Marian Hoddy this Elmer Day Book Swap for a very special story time! There’ll be book readings, interactive storytelling, and lots and lots of joining in!
Marian Hoddy is an award winning children’s theatre maker and storyteller. With over 15 years of experience of creating and delivering arts projects. She has a passion for play, access and inclusion, where everyone is welcome to join in with a story or two together.
For ages 3+
Drop-in, Free – no need to book!