BFI Replay is a new, free-to-access, digital archive from the BFI (British Film Institute), exclusively available in UK public lending libraries.
It is the result of one of the UK’s largest mass digitisation programmes, all of the titles have been drawn from the vaults of the BFI National Archive and partner UK Regions and Nations Film Archives.
The content uncovers stories from across the UK, its history and its people. Vividly captured in over 60 years of film, television and video from all corners of the UK — what we, our parents and carers, grandparents and communities watched.
The platform provides access to 1000s of precious videotapes through the meticulous replay and digitisation of collections from across the UK, lovingly collected and cared for by archivists for over half a century.
You can access this resource by typing replay.bfi.org.uk into a web browser: replay.bfi.org.uk
Children aged 0-12 yrs can enjoy a multi-tiered soft play area providing a safe, secure and stimulating environment. There are dedicated playzones for babies, toddlers and juniors.
Redbridge Museum is celebrating Black History Month through exciting displays, film screenings, and more!
The displays explore how the war affected local life, including evacuation, air raids, rationing, the Home Front, local industry, the role of women, and victory celebrations.
The exhibition features a wealth of historic objects, photographs and personal items, many on display for the first time.
A short film about Redbridge and the Second World War accompanies the exhibition.
Redbridge Museum offers a permanent programme for schools about the Second World War throughout the year.
If you have some spare time on your hands and enjoy the great outdoors, why not help us to look after Hainault Forest? It’s a great way to exercise, meet new friends and help the environment, all at the same time.
Volunteer Workday sessions run every Friday and Saturday. Meet at 9:45am to start work at 10am, finishing at 2:30pm. Volunteers are free to leave at any time.
We meet in the second car park of Hainault Forest. What we do each week is based on the forest management plan, and can include planting, scrub clearance, path maintenance, painting, habitat creation, and more.
No pre-booking or previous experience is needed; just turn up on the day. Wear some sturdy, shoes, dress for the weather and bring any drinks and snacks you might want.
Come and meet our furry friends!
We are open 7 days a week school holidays/bank holidays. We are closed on Mondays during term time.
Summer Opening Hours April to September: 10am to 5pm
Winter Opening Hours October to March: 10am to 4pm
Redbridge Museum delivers a wide range of free education sessions based around the national curriculum. These sessions can take place online or on-site at the Museum, at your school, or at Valentines Mansion.
All in-person sessions include handling a wide range of real artefacts, fun activities, and exploring Museum displays. Groups can use historic archives, maps, photographs and more to learn about the history of their local area and school.
The Museum can also deliver INSET sessions for teachers, assemblies, and support for school projects.
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Redbridge Heritage Centre is the local archive and local and family history service for the London Borough of Redbridge. It is run as a joint service with Redbridge Museum and holds the largest collection of materials in the Borough on the history of Ilford, Wanstead, Woodford and Redbridge.
The Heritage Centre can be found on the second floor of Redbridge Central Library in Ilford.
Access to Research offers free, walk‑in access to a wide range of academic articles and research materials in public libraries across the UK.
Subjects covered include art, architecture, business, engineering, history, languages, politics, philosophy, mathematics, and the sciences.
All materials are available in digital format and can be accessed only from a library computer terminal — making it an ideal resource for students, researchers, and anyone looking to explore academic content.
For more information visit Access to Research website.
This resource gives access to thousands of expert product reviews and consumer advice covering a wide range of topics such as; Cars, Travel, Technology, Home, Garden and Money.
This resource is available on the 2nd floor, Redbridge Central Library.
A member of staff will log you in.
Redbridge Heritage Centre provides a service for local and family history research and holds the largest collection of materials in the Borough on the history of Ilford, Wanstead, Woodford and Redbridge.
These materials include:
The following websites are free to access from computers on the Redbridge Libraries network:
The Heritage Centre also has a general collection of books on the history of Essex and the surrounding London boroughs including maps, periodicals and local newspapers.
Archive records, historic photographs and building plans are available by appointment at info.heritage@visionrcl.org.uk
The British Newspaper Archive offers national, regional and local newspapers from the 19th (and some 18th) century British newspapers.
This resource is only available from computers on the Redbridge Libraries network.
We have a small selection of books available for all ages. Browse our collection and borrow up to 20 books for 3 weeks at a time. Do you already know what you’re looking for? Reserve it online!
Our libraries have modern, user friendly computers. Browse the web, get work completed, print and scan right from your local library.
We have shows running throughout the year for all ages, from performances by our own classes, to comedy nights and dinner shows.
We offer a range of courses and classes for all ages. From young to old, beginners to those looking to hone in on their skills.
Our libraries have modern, user friendly computers. Browse the web, get work completed, print and scan right from your local library. If you would prefer to use your own device, free WiFi is also available at this library.
Borrow a Hublet for up to 2 hours at a time at this library. Hublets are perfect for browsing social media, streaming video and accessing our Newspapers and Magazines online with PressReader.
We have a wide variety of books available for children of all ages. Browse our collection and borrow up to 20 books for 3 weeks at a time. Do you already know what you’re looking for? Reserve it online!
If you prefer to listen to books, we also offer a wide variety of Audiobooks at this library. You can reserve audio books online 24 hours per day for collection from the library. Alternatively, why not try our Virtual Library and borrow a book right now?
If you prefer to listen to books, we also offer a wide variety of Audiobooks at this library. You can reserve audio books online 24 hours per day for collection from the library. Alternatively, why not try our our Virtual Library and borrow a book right now?
Our libraries have modern, user friendly computers. Browse the web, get work completed, print and scan right from your local library. If you would prefer to use your own device, free WiFi is also available at this library,
Ages 6 to 106!
The centre offers learn to ride coaching from 6 years plus to adults. Sessions available for 1 to 1 session £40 for 1 hour or if you book for 2 participants you get a 10% discount for 1 hour £72. Sessions include a bike, helmet and instruction.
For young riders aged 2 to 5 years the centre runs Strider Balance Bike sessions to prepare them for riding without stabilisers in the future. Costs is £5 per session.
Throughout the year we deliver coaching to all riders and abilities including Learn to Ride, Go-ride, Strider balance bikes, holiday programmes, and adapted bike usage for disabled groups schemes. We also offer school and corporate bookings.
We offer swimming lessons for children ages 3+ and follow the official Swim England Learn to Swim Framework. So whether your child is a beginner or has completed swimming lessons before, we can help!
We offer swimming lessons for children ages 3+ and follow the official Swim England Learn to Swim Framework. So whether your child is a beginner or has completed swimming lessons before, we can help.
Throughout the year we will be offering RYA courses for children aged 8+ and adults. From beginners to those with experience we have a variety of courses available.
Courses are run throughout the year (subject to availability), and are available to book via the link below:
Adult Sailing Courses:
RYA Dinghy Level 1 Courses, one a month running April-October; RYA Level 2 Courses running in August & October
Adult Power Boat Courses:
RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course, running April-October
During school holidays, we run popular Water sports camps to keep your kids entertained. The multi-activity week includes sailing, kayaking, canoeing, raft building, bell boating and orienteering. Ages 8+
Please note: There is no daily booking option available
6 weeks of holiday fun from Monday 27 July Monday to Friday 9:30am-4pm daily
