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We are excited to announce that Vision has been crowned winners in two out of the three categories we were nominated for at the prestigious Ilford Business Awards 2024! Redbridge Social Value Award – Awarded for the outstanding contributions of Redbridge Libraries in creating a positive impact within the community. Redbridge Art & Culture Award
We’re pleased to announce this year’s longlist for the Redbridge Book Awards 2025. This year over 200 books were submitted by publishers across both categories. We’ve chosen the following titles for this year’s longlists. The shortlisting process will now begin, with 20 local schools signed up to be a part of the Awards. The winners
Update on Monday 9 December: Our Parks Team is actively inspecting parks to ensure they are safe for use. Parks reported as safe will be reopened as inspections are completed. We aim to finish all inspections by midday. Below isthe latest update on the parks that have already been inspected: Open, with no hazards reported:–
During the Christmas and New Year 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
Redbridge Council and the Sikh community, in a powerful display of unity, recently came together to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 1984 Sikh Genocide. To honour the victims, Redbridge Council, Vision RCL, and local community representatives collaborated to establish a profound and enduring memorial in the borough – the first of its kind in
Music Production An Introduction to Music Production – 10 Week Online Course During this introductory course, students will learn the basic skills and techniques required to produce and compose their own original music using Ableton Live. Over the 10 weekly sessions students will learn how to: By the end of the course students will have
Music Production Classes Pupils learning remotely will need: The lessons are delivered over Microsoft Teams. The course is taught using Ableton Live which requires a software download. A license will be provided but please check before registering that your system supports the technical specifications by using the link below. https://help.ableton.com/hc/en-us/articles/115001663530-Live-Minimum-System-Requirements
The new public artwork showcases Redbridge’s eclectic timeline from the prehistoric remains of a woolly mammoth over 200,000 years ago to the potential arrival of alien aunties in the future. The project has been developed by Colours of Redbridge as part of a series of arts and culture projects led by local community groups and
We’re clearing up the Swimming Lesson waiting list to allow us to offer out spaces to those that want them more effectively. If you’re on the list, you’ll receive an email over the next few weeks asking if you’d like to ‘Stay on List’ or ‘Leave Waiting List’. You’ll need to confirm what you’d like
People from across the borough, and from wider London, will be jingling their bells and flocking to our town centres, forests and country parks this year for Redbridge’s biggest ever Christmas. Where in London – in the country in fact – can you walk right through a twinkling Christmas tree, get the perfect Instagram shot
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure (Vision) is overjoyed to announce its nomination as a finalist in the ‘Most Improved Performer’ category for Parks, Open Spaces, and Horticulture Services at the upcoming APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) Performance Networks Awards. This prestigious recognition places Vision among other top contenders, including Hull City Council, Wakefield Metropolitan
Wanstead Leisure Centre will undergo a temporary closure from Monday 9 December to accommodate extensive renovation work aimed at enhancing the facilities for members and guests. Scheduled to reopen on Wednesday 8 January 2025, the project will include major upgrades to the gym floor, with structural improvements designed to elevate the fitness experience at the
On Saturday 16 November, Hampstead Heath’s iconic Parliament Hill Fields came alive with energy and excitement as over 1,900 young athletes from all 32 London boroughs and the City of London gathered for the London Youth Games (LYG) Cross Country event. This flagship competition marked the start of the 2024/25 season, promising an exhilarating year
We are thrilled to announce that not one, but two Redbridge parks – Hainault Forest and Valentines Park – have been recognised among the UK’s Top Ten parks in the prestigious People’s Choice Awards 2024. This annual award by Keep Britain Tidy celebrates the nation’s best-loved parks, with over 21,000 people casting their votes. Hainault
The Ilford Business Awards is a unique platform to celebrate and showcase the very best businesses and business people in Ilford, and we’re thrilled to announce that three of Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure services have reached the finals – all thanks to your votes. We’re honoured to be recognised in the following categories: Mildmay
November marks Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to address the unique mental health challenges faced by men and to encourage conversations about mental wellness. At Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure, we believe in the importance of promoting mental health awareness and actively supporting men in their journey to wellness. This year, we’re excited
Following the recent closure of South Woodford Library and Gym, we have been working in the background to ensure we can continue to provide a safe, welcoming space in South Woodford for our customers. We are now excited to announce that we’ll be opening The Gym & Library @ Redbridge Drama Centre from 12:00pm on
Islamic Arts & Heritage Festival 2024 This November, Vision RCL is supporting local communities to celebrate Islamic Arts and Heritage as part of Islamophobia Awareness Month. In Redbridge Central Library, the Islamic Arts & Heritage Festival aims to promote cultural understanding, shared learning, and community cohesion through exhibition displays, engaging families in arts and crafts activities, short film screenings, recommended book collections and much more. Everyone is welcome and invited to take part, to learn and gain a greater understanding of our
“This is an outstanding local museum, both fascinating in content and very well provided. I wish my borough had something half as good!” Redbridge Museum’s brand new, permanent exhibition has now re-opened following an exciting redevelopment planned with local residents, community groups and schools. The new Museum received funding from Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure,
Parliamentarians, library advocates, and allies gathered on Monday 21 October at the Parliamentary Terrace Pavilion to celebrate the pivotal role libraries play in transforming lives by creating opportunities. The event featured best-selling author John O’Farrell, British Library Chief Librarian Liz Jolly, and key representatives from the library sector. The event was jointly hosted by eleven
Vision RCL congratulates Redbridge Council on the findings from a recent report by the independent organisation Impower, which has ranked the council as the leading authority in London and second in the entire UK for delivering outstanding value for money to its residents. This recognition highlights Redbridge’s commitment to quality services, even during challenging financial
This October half-term, we’ve got an exciting array of activities to keep the kids entertained! Dive into Swim Crash Courses at Fullwell Cross, Loxford, and Mayfield Leisure Centres, or make a splash with our 5-Day Water Sports Camp at Fairlop Outdoor Activity Centre. For those who prefer dry land, thrill-seekers can enjoy action-packed Cycling Courses
Vision Members are automatically enrolled into our Rewards Hub, a hub that’s designed to help you save money on daily expenses. In this blog post, we’ll explore five key areas where Vision Rewards can revolutionise your spending habits and maximise your savings. 1. Smart Shopping at Your Favourite Supermarkets: You can save money while purchasing quality
After a major redevelopment, Redbridge Museum has reopened with brand-new displays that will take you on a journey from the Ice Age to the Digital Age. Located in Redbridge Central Library in Ilford, the much-loved free museum has been transformed into a place of wonder where local families and visitors can learn about the history
Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure is hosting a vibrant Black History Month celebration throughout October. The events are organised in partnership with Redbridge Council and local community organisations. Redbridge Libraries have put together a wide selection of events for people of all ages. The programme features exhibitions, workshops, and activities across libraries, various craft and
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
On Friday 1 November, you are invited to join us at Redbridge Central Library from 12pm to 5.30pm for the second day of our annual Festival of the Dead. Everyone (big and small) is invited to come dressed up in brightly coloured clothes or their favourite Day of the Dead inspired costumes to join in with the
On Thursday 31 October, you are invited to join us at Wanstead Library from 12.30pm to 5pm for the first day of our annual Festival of the Dead. Everyone (big and small) is invited to come dressed up in brightly coloured clothes or their favourite Day of the Dead inspired costumes to join in with the celebrations
Day of the Dead Around The World Across the world, many different cultures mark a day to celebrate ancestors who have died. These celebrations range from lively and colourful festivals to spiritual and more serious affairs. Over time celebrations have mingled together but despite the universal themes, each country maintains their own customs and traditions when it comes to
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
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Redbridge Music School provides a wide range of high standard ensemble activities for young instrumentalists and singers in Redbridge. Music School membership allows students to experience quality musical coaching and positive social interactions with likeminded peers, culminating in high standard performances at venues such at the Royal Albert Hall, Royal Festival Hall, Barbican, St John’s
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Green minded locals could soon be putting their food and other organic waste to good use as Redbridge Council launches community composting sites in its parks for the first time. As well as supporting local people to reduce their food waste through composting, the new eco-sites produce nutrient rich compost from the organic waste, which
During the summer, we announced that nine parks in Redbridge retained their Green Flag status for 2024/25. Now, you have the opportunity to put the spotlight on your favourite Redbridge park by voting in the People’s Choice Award 2024. All Green Flag Award-winning parks across the UK are competing for a spot in the Top
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
Get ready for Redbridge’s biggest outdoor event of the year! On Sunday 15 September, from 11am to 6pm, Christchurch Green in Wanstead will come alive with a full day of family-friendly activities at the Wanstead Festival. This vibrant celebration of diversity and inclusivity promises something for everyone, from live music to food stalls and much
Updated on Wednesday 30 October 2024 The Gym at Redbridge Drama Centre Following the recent closure of South Woodford Library and Gym, we have been working in the background to ensure we can continue to provide a safe, welcoming space in South Woodford for our customers. We are now excited to announce that we’ll be
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Wanstead Festival 2024 How to get to Wanstead Festival Christchurch GreenWansteadE11 2RH There is no car parking available at Christchurch Green. Parking in the side roads is not advisable. Please travel by public transport: Bus routes: The following bus routes stop here: 66, 101, W13, 308. For latest arrivals visit the TFL website. Tube:Wanstead Underground
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
Wanstead Shotokan Karate Club at Wanstead Festival Wanstead Shotokan Karate Club is one of the oldest established clubs in London and has been running for over 39 years. The club is run by Sensei Sensei Gary James 5th Dan who has worked tirelessly to keep the club standards at a high level. Wanstead Karate are
Fullwell Cross Library has re-opened today (Thursday 1 August) following the successful completion of phase one of its refurbishment programme, just in time for the summer holidays. Phase one of the renovations, delivered by Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure, included: Further improvements and features are still to come in phase two, including: The project was
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
During the August Bank Holiday 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 Summer Holiday activities view the Children’s events page. Parks & Open Spaces All of our parks
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
Redbridge has once again received official recognition for having nine of the best parks in the UK by Keep Britain Tidy. 2,227 parks nationwide have been honoured with the prestigious Green Flag Award, which recognises and rewards well-managed parks and green spaces, across the UK. Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure the managing operator on behalf
Redbridge libraries have teamed up with librarians across the capital to launch a new app that takes inspiration from the Couch to 5k fitness plan to get people reading more. Developed by London Libraries – the London network of national library charity Libraries Connected – Read On uses curated recommendations, reading challenges, interactive quizzes and
On Thursday 11 July 2024, Redbridge Town Hall was abuzz with excitement as students, teachers, and school librarians gathered for the 21st annual Redbridge Children’s Book Award ceremony. Redbridge Schools’ Library Service, managed by Vision RCL on behalf of Redbridge Council, organised the Awards where all schools are invited to take part, giving young people
Thank you for attending Fabula Festival. We hope you enjoyed today’s event. The Festival was created based on feedback we received from people living in Redbridge, and what they wanted to see and experience this year. We want to hear what you thoughts on today’s event so we can feed it into next year’s programme.
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:
Valentines Mansion will be the backdrop for this year’s International Yoga Day celebration on Friday 21 June 21 in Valentines Park as part of the Active Body Healthy Mind project. This large-scale outdoor event invites yoga enthusiasts and newcomers alike to experience the transformative power of yoga amidst the lush greenery and peaceful ambiance of
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
Expression of Interest – Tennis Coaching ProviderJob Role: Tennis Coaching provider to Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure (Vision RCL) In 2023 The London Borough of Redbridge commissioned a huge renovation of tennis courts in Redbridge Parks as part of the LTA parks renovation fund. As the Council’s Leisure and Cultural delivery partner Vision RCL are
National Children’s Day UK (NCDUK) is all about the importance of a healthy childhood, and how we need to protect the rights and freedom of children in order to ensure that they can grow into happy, healthy adults. Vision RCL’s core aim is to provide places where people and communities can thrive, we understand the
Booking Form for Self-led Educational Visits This booking form is for self-led groups from schools or other providers. These visits will not be facilitated by Hainault Forest Staff. We have a range of guided sessions available which require a different booking available at hainaultforest.org/discover-the-forest/education
Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure are launching Interpreters Live in partnership with the Newham Language Shop and the London Borough of Redbridge A new service has launched in Redbridge, This new service has been introduced to support deaf people to contact the Council and Vision RCL, without needing to rely on friends and family to
Join over 6,000 Londoners descending on iconic Olympic and Paralympic legacy venues for an incredible festival of sport! Save the date for 28 to 30 June 2024, It’s a weekend not to be missed! Why Attend? Highlights – Friday 28 June Highlights – Saturday 29 June Highlights – Sunday 30 June Be the first to
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,
During the May Bank Holidays 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
Fullwell Cross Library re-opened on Thursday 1 August following the successful completion of phase one of its refurbishment programme, just in time for the summer holidays. Phase one of the renovations, delivered by Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure, included: Further improvements and features are still to come in phase two, including: The project was supported
Fullwell Cross Library will temporarily close for refurbishment from Sunday 5 May until Summer 2024. This is to enable refurbishment works to take place throughout the children’s and adults lending libraries. The library has been awarded £380,000 from the Library Improvement Fund for an ambitious transformation programme for Fullwell Cross library, the borough’s second largest
The Redbridge London Youth Games U13s boys and girls cricket teams showcased exceptional talent and sportsmanship during the recent qualifiers, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead. On Sunday 25 February, the Redbridge U13s boys cricket team demonstrated their skills at the cricket qualifier held at Harrow Leisure Centre. Winning an impressive five out
We aim to make our booking process as fair as possible for the maximum amount of customers. Therefore we ask that members do not book an unreasonable number of sessions which may have an impact on other members. If members book multiple sessions per day, we reserve the right to cancel any bookings which are
Whether you’re seeking a blend of excitement and fun, educational enrichment, or a day out with friends and family, Fairlop Outdoor Activity Centre promises an unforgettable experience. Fairlop Outdoor Activity Centre (FOAC) nestled in the heart of Fairlop Waters Country Park in Barkingside stands as a beacon of adventure and learning, boasting approvals from prestigious
One of Redbridge’s most popular libraries will benefit from a significant modernisation programme after being awarded nearly £400,000 in grant funding. Following the council’s successful bid, Fullwell Cross Library in Barkingside will receive £380,000 of capital investment from the Libraries Development Fund. The £20.5 million Libraries Improvement Fund transforms public library services in England by
London Borough of Redbridge Swimming Club is celebrating a remarkable achievement following the conclusion of the Essex County Age Group Championship 2024 held at the prestigious Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. With exhilarating performances and remarkable displays of skill, Redbridge swimmers have made their mark in the competitive swimming arena. Over the course of two intense
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
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As Women’s History Month unfolds, Redbridge is gearing up to honour and celebrate the invaluable contributions of women throughout history right up to the present day. This March, join Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure in paying tribute to the remarkable women who have shaped our world and continue to inspire generations to come. The Redbridge
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
Welcome to Redbridge Mega Mix! Dive into tennis fun at our new tennis courts. Grab your racket and get ready to hit the court. Learn new skills and engage in friendly competition whilst making new friends. Whether you’re a beginner, or a tennis enthusiast, our tennis camps are designed for kids of all skill levels.
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
Join Ballet Theatre UK as we follow the yellow brick road and discover all the wonders of Oz in this two act, full-length, ballet adaptation of the iconic tale by L. Frank Baum, told through the magic of classical dance. Set to a classical score which brings the story to life, this production is family
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Valentines Park in Redbridge has won a top accolade at the prestigious Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) Awards 2024. Valentines Park scooped the Park Venue of the Year Award in recognition of its outstanding contributions to the world of tennis and dedication to fostering a vibrant and inclusive tennis community. The LTA Tennis Awards celebrate the
Prepare to be captivated by an extraordinary ballet adaptation of The Wizard of Oz, an enthralling production that will transport audiences over the rainbow and into a world of enchantment. Featuring an international company of dancers renowned for their exquisite skill, stunning costumes, and a captivating set, this remarkable performance promises an evening filled with
We spoke to the Disco Inferno leading voice Joel Burnman. With over a 10 years career in music and performance, Joel shares his passion for Disco, dancing and favourite moments of Disco Inferno tour. What is it about this era of music that resonates with you so much? That era of music and the
Exciting news for fitness enthusiasts in Redbridge as Vision RCL is launching – a brand new membership, the Vision Premier. This membership offers tons of perks to give you the most exciting and diverse fitness journey. plus no joining fee when you join throughout January! Priced competitively at £65 per month, plus no joining fee
Following the success of ‘Dance Fitness Fest’ 2023, Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure are bringing back the sensational Zumba Party to kick start the New Year in 2024. Everybody and anybody are invited to come along and dance the afternoon away at Sir James Hawkey Hall, Woodford Green on Sunday 28 January 2024. The event is taking
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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
The Hainault Forest Restoration Project has been nominated as a 2024 Regional Finalist for the Civic Trust Awards. Having recently undergone a £7 million refurbishment , Vision Redbridge and The London Borough of Redbridge worked in partnership with the Woodland Trust to improve facilities across the park and make a more engaging visitor experience. The
We run our Junior Gym sessions at select centres on certain days and times, all our sessions will be supervised by our instructors. View the timetable below: Fullwell Cross Leisure Centre Day Time Tuesday & Thursday 4.30pm – 5.30pm Saturday & Sunday 11.30am – 12.30pm12.30pm – 1.30pm Wanstead Leisure Centre Day Time Monday – Friday
As winter settles in, Jewish communities around the world come together to celebrate Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights. This eight-night festival holds a special place in the hearts of those who observe it, commemorating historical events and fostering a sense of unity and joy. One of the central rituals of Hanukkah is the nightly lighting
The local fitness scene at Fullwell Cross Leisure Centre is about to experience a major transformation as both Group Exercise spaces (Studio 1 and Sam Ryan Room) will receive a complete makeover ready for the New Year. The refurbishment will include re-decorating with our stylish group exercise colours, new specialist flooring and disco lights (Sam
Park users have voted for Hainault Forest as one of the most impressive green spaces in the country as part of the 2023 People’s Choice Awards. Over 21,000 people took part, voting for their favourite Green Flag park or green space as part of the annual People’s Choice Awards, and for the first time, Hainault
This year marked the 28th anniversary of our annual amateur gardening competition Redbridge in Bloom, a celebration of community, creativity, and sustainability. To coincide with the recent crowning of His Royal Highness King Charles III, the theme for this years competition was “A Garden Fit for a King”. An advocate for environmental causes, the monarch
During the Christmas and New Year 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
Vision RCL now provides an inclusive online experience to enable website visitors to access online content and services barrier-free, in a way that best suits their needs. As part of our diversity and inclusion strategy, website visitors are now able to access a wide range of accessibility and language support tools to customise their digital
Vision Passport Terms and Conditions For more information on Pay As You Go leisure activities please visit our Passport FlexiPay page. Am I eligible The Vision Passport discounts are available to eligible Redbridge residents. A Redbridge resident is anyone who lives in a property in Redbridge and pays Council Tax to Redbridge Council. You are
The Met Office has issued two weather warnings for parts of the UK as the latest storm approaches the UK. Storm Ciaran is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain to Redbridge from Wednesday night to Thursday afternoon. We kindly advise our visitors to stay aware and be careful when visiting Redbridge Parks and
Half Term is just around the corner, and Vision have you covered with a range of activities and events for the family. Take a look at our top five this October for ideas and tips on what you can to for local entertainment, fun and adventure in Redbridge. A full listing of events for children
World Mental Health Day, is observed on 10 October each year, created to raise awareness about mental health issues and promote global mental well-being. It serves as a vital platform for individuals, organisations, and communities to come together and address the challenges surrounding mental health. Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure is delighted to host a
Libraries Week takes place this year between Monday, 2 October and Sunday, 8 October, and we will be celebrating with a jampacked schedule full of activities for children and young people. Libraries Week is an annual showcase and celebration of the best libraries offer. Each year there’s a different theme to explore the innovative and
Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure are celebrating Black History Month this October with a variety of events across the borough. The events are organised in partnership with Redbridge Council and local community organisations. Redbridge Libraries have put together a wide selection of events for people of all ages. There are events that aim to highlight
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
Have your say on plans to deliver a new outdoor swimming pool in the heart of Redbridge via the council website and at two upcoming exhibition events. Following Redbridge Council’s announcement of plans to build a new lido in Valentines Park, a consultation has been launched to hear the views of local people. The beautiful
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure is delighted to announce that Foxburrows Farm in Hainault Forest is now open. Foxburrows Farm is the final attraction to reopen as part of the £7m Hainault Forest Restoration Project, thanks to funding from Redbridge Council, National Lottery Heritage Fund, and the Mayor of London. The farm has welcomed new
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Earlier this year we announced that nine of Redbridge Parks had retained their Green Flag Status for 2023/23. Throughout the month of September, you have the chance to put most loved Redbridge Parks on the UK map by voting in the Green Flag People’s Choice Award. All Green Flag Award-winning parks across the country are
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
Join us for National Fitness Day! Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure are delighted to be celebrating National Fitness Day this year to highlight the importance of physical activity, not only for our physical health, but also for the positive impact it has on our mental wellbeing. To support the residents of Redbridge be more active,
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
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure is delighted to announce that the newly built playground at Hainault Forest is now open for children to come and enjoy hours of unadulterated fun. The playground’s opening this week marks the final part of Redbridge Council’s £ 1.7 million investment programme to improve and transform play areas in the
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Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure Exercise on Referral team has been nominated for Best Health and Wellbeing Initiative in the Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE) Service Awards. Vision RCL Exercise on Referral team has been in place since 2008, supporting residents to engage in patient centred, supervised programme which is designed to help build
Love Parks week is right around the corner and off the back of the incredible news that nine of Redbridge Parks have been awarded the Green Flag award it’s the best time to get out and show your local parks some love. The parks team will be starting a new set of activities during Love
Redbridge has been officially recognised once again for having nine of the best parks in the UK. In a record-breaking year, over 2,216 parks across the country have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award for 2023. The nine award-winning Redbridge parks are: The Green Flag Award is based on a criteria of eight key
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
On Saturday 15 July Fairlop Waters will be holding an Open Day so you can explore everything the space has to offer. You’ll also be able to visit stalls to find out more about what other areas within Vision are getting up to. Fairlop Activities Fairlop Waters has some wonderful activities to get involved with,
Each year Redbridge runs the Children’s Book Awards, with the processing starting in September but ending in June. This year we were back in a packed Redbridge Town Hall for our 20th annual Redbridge Children’s Book Award ceremony. All schools across the borough are invited to take part in the awards and vote for their
Mildmay Nursery managed by Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure, blew the Ofsted inspector away at the Nursery’s recent Ofsted inspection in May. The nursery, which is based in Mildmay House, in Ilford was last inspected in October 2017, where it received Outstanding in all areas. 5 years on, the nursery has demonstrated yet again, that
Michael and Maria were nominated for their work with Lab Central, Redbridge’s digital makerspace programme which includes Tech Ilford, an annual festival celebrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths (STEAM). It was developed in 2017 as part of the Lab Central digital arts programme to engage and inspire the tech innovators of the future. Maria and Michael created the festival
Families Take Over Day – 6 July at Redbridge Central Library Join us Saturday 6 July for the Fabula Festival’s Families Take-Over Day! Redbridge Central Library will be bursting at the seams – with a whole day of free family events in store. There’ll be author visits, special story times and loads of crafts and
Park tennis courts in Redbridge have officially reopened after a £609,674 renovation, managed by the LTA and funded by the UK Government and LTA Tennis Foundation, Redbridge Council & Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure. Tennis courts in Valentines Park and Goodmayes Park, which are among those to have benefited from this investment, recently hosted a
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
Our Fabula Summer Activities have now finished. We hope they encouraged you to read this summer. If you are looking for other activities and events, go to: www.visionrcl.org.uk/events.
Sign up for Fabula Reading Challenge launching on 6 July! Calling all super kids aged 2-12 years. Come and take part in a new reading challenge at Redbridge Libraries from 6 July to 14 September, where YOU get to decide how many books you read. Read whatever you enjoy and come and tell us about
We have made some changes to our Group Exercise Programme booking system and how you can manage your classes. Our classes are a great way to make exercise enjoyable and help you reach your fitness goals. We want to make sure that everyone who can attend a class gets the chance to do so. Changes
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
The Mental Health Foundation are promoting ways to combat anxiety for 2023’s Mental Health Awareness Week. Anxiety is something that most people deal with at some point in their lives. We’re providing a programme of activities with the aim of helping people to work on the Five Ways To Wellbeing. To find out more about
IODS Productions recently performed The Addams Family at Redbridge Drama Centre. Dylan Lee wrote about the group recently for the Ilford Recorder
The Coronation of King Charles III is taking place on Saturday 6 May 2023, to celebrate Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure have hosted a number of events throughout the borough, and will continue to host activities and events for families to participate in on Saturday, the day of the Coronation. Redbridge parks and leisure centres
Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast or just looking for a fun day out, the open day at Fairlop Waters Country Park is not to be missed. So, come along and join in on the fun! Free entry, please refer to Aqua Action and Fairlop Sky Run websites for prices and availability.Car parking charges apply:Car
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,
Redbridge Creates are taking their touring show, Playing With Fire, back to schools to highlight the impact of social media.
Are you struggling to pay your monthly mobile bills? Then Redbridge Libraries could help! We are participating in the National Databank Programme to provide free internet access to anyone struggling to afford to get online. If you are: then you may be eligible to receive a free SIM card through the scheme. The following data
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
On Saturday (15 April) Hainault Forest Visitor’s Centre, café, and event space was officially opened by the Mayor of Redbridge, Thavathuray Jeyaranjan and Deputy Leader, Cllr Kam Rai, with special guests and staff in attendance. The new Woodland’s Trust Visitor’s Centre is the first of its kind and compliments the stunning renovated Victorian barns and
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Our annual amateur gardening competition is underway once again. This year we are celebrating sustainability and King Charles III’s coronation.
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
The London Borough of Redbridge and the LTA have today (Thursday 9 March) announced a partnership to invest in and refurbish public park tennis courts in Redbridge. Ten park tennis venues will be renovated, with an investment of £424,064, helping ensure that quality facilities are available for the local community. The project is part of
Join us for International Women’s Week, commencing on Monday 6 March 2023, celebrating education and awareness of women’s identities and gender issues, focusing on eradicating the gender bias and celebrating women’s roles in society and achievements of women. In celebration of International Women’s Week Redbridge Drama Centre are hosting a number of performances throughout the
Discover and explore our newly improved visitor facilities: – 1856 Café– Woodland Trust Visitor Centre– Interactive Interpretation Centre– Local Craft Workshop Providers– Foxburrows Barn – Venue hire for small Weddings, Conferences, Meetings More activities will also be available throughout the Easter Holidays, please visit our Events Calendar for more information. Phase two of the project,
Book an exclusive hire of Valentines Mansion for your ceremony and reception before the 1st April 2023 and pay current prices!
If you’re interested then fill out this form to find out more about joining the London Borough of Redbridge Swim Club
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure invites the residents of Redbridge to show their support for community swimming by joining us for Big Swim Day. For one day only, on Friday 24 February, we are offering half price swimming sessions for everyone, so please come and join us at your local Redbridge pool. Sessions are available
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 Redbridge Culture and Leisure first ever ‘Dance Fitness Fest’ took place on Sunday 29 January. In partnership with the Redbridge Institute of Adult Education, the event was launched as part of a joint project: ‘Active Body, Healthy Mind’. With the crowd gathered in Sir James Hawkey Hall, the Zumba style dance fitness event mixed
This year Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure will mark the 18th year anniversary of LGBT+ History month celebrations in Redbridge. LGBT+ History Month, an annual month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. Throughout February Vision RCL services dedicate time to celebrate
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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
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Our New Year, New You gym membership offer gives you unlimited benefits and your first month FREE.
Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure has planned a sensational Zumba Party to kick start the New Year, with over 200 free places on offer. Everyone is invited! Come along and dance the afternoon away at Sir James Hawkey Hall, one of the largest indoor venues in Redbridge, on Sunday 29 January from 2:30 to 5pm.
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure would like to share our deepest sympathies with the family and friends of Zara Aleena. Our thoughts have been with the family through these devastating months as they mourn their beloved daughter. Before committing murder, Jordan McSweeney was released on license by probation services. McSweeney stayed in the Ilford area
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Updated 19 December 2022 All of our libraries, leisure centres and other facilities are open as usual. All car parks within our Parks and Open spaces are now open. Staying safe near frozen lakes For more information on staying safe near frozen lakes visit the Redbridge Council website. Gritting and road users Please re-visit this
During the Christmas and New Year 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
Green Flag Award-accredited Valentines Park gets the public’s vote in the 2022 People’s Choice Redbridge Council and Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure are celebrating after receiving a People’s Choice Award for its Green Flag Award winning green space, Valentines Park. The award, voted for by the public, is part of the Green Flag Award –
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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
Avian influenza (bird flu) is a notifiable animal disease mainly affecting birds, but it can also affect humans and other mammals. The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and Animal and Plant Health Agency have confirmed the presence of Avian influenza (bird flu) in Redbridge. As a result, we have sadly lost a number
Vision RCL and London Borough of Redbridge are completing a major restoration project at Hainault Forest, focussed on the restoration of the Victorian barns complex and the creation of a new visitor hub to be known as The Forest Centre. The restored buildings include a visitor centre, retail and commercial spaces an enhanced catering offer
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
Throughout the month of October, all park users have the chance to put Redbridge Parks on the UK map by voting for your favourites in the People’s Choice Award 2022. There is a total of 2,208 Green Flag Award-winning parks across the UK in the running to be named one of the Top Ten best
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
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Outdoor learning and play can help to motivate and stimulate young minds, and positively contribute to children’s health and wellbeing. Having experiences in parks and green spaces allows a connection to develop between young people and the natural world. It can even contribute to safeguarding the environment for future generations! Environmental education sessions in the
As a mark of respect to Her Majesty The Queen and The Royal Family Wanstead Festival has been postponed. Wanstead Festival, originally planned to take place on Sunday 18 September, the day before Her Majesty’s state funeral, will now take place on Sunday 2 October. The much-loved festival will be back again on Sunday 2
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Corporate Volunteering Want to do something positive for the environment with your team? Redbridge has some of London’s best visitor locations for Nature Conservation (including Hainault Forest and Fairlop Waters). Our corporate volunteer package has been designed for easy tube access from central London. Benefits Team building in a safe outdoor environment Working outdoors for
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Vision RCL are pleased to announce the eagerly anticipated Grand Opening of ‘The Green Café’ at Christchurch Green, Wanstead. This gorgeous space is one of Redbridge’s most beautiful open spaces and hosts many fantastic events right through the year including the annual Wanstead Festival. This area is very popular especially in the summer where the public
Fairlop Waters Angling Rules You must be in possession of a valid Environment Agency (EA) Rod Licence. This must be shown when purchasing a season or day ticket Fishing times on East Lake throughout day and night. Fishing times on Sailing Lake summer throughout day and night (members only) Maximum 3 rods allowed on the
During the August Bank Holiday 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. Find out more about your local sport and leisure centre Find out more about your local library Find out more about
Following an extensive refurbishment Hainault Library is reopening this week (Monday 8 August). The library, funded by Redbridge Council and run by Council Leisure partner Vision, closed for renovations in the spring and since then has undergone a complete makeover. The revamped library boasts a brand-new children’s library, new books, digital devices, a study area,
Nine Redbridge Parks have once again received prestigious Green Flag Awards, recognising their high quality, conservation, community involvement and the hard work of park staff. The Green Flag Award, founded in 1997 is an internationally recognised marker of high-quality parks and green spaces. The Nine award-winning Redbridge parks are: Claybury Park Clayhall Park Elmhurst Gardens
We are delighted to announce that Redbridge Council will be renovating tennis courts in Redbridge Parks part of The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) Parks renovation fund.This fund will see ten tennis facilities in Redbridge Parks restored for the benefit of the local community. As the Council’s Leisure and Cultural delivery partner, Vision RCL are now
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Summer in Redbridge comes to life as Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure host a range of events, activities, festivals, outdoor arts, and sporting opportunities. Redbridge Holiday Mega Mix Mega Mix is a new campaign for summer 2022, which offers a wide variety of affordable taster sessions and workshops for children aged 8 to 16 years
Vision RCL manage three swimming pools within Redbridge, offering public sessions for adults, families, and competent children swimmers 12 years and over. Fullwell Cross – One 25 metre swimming pool and a children’s pool.Loxford – One 25 metre swimming pool (Booking not available via the app) Mayfield – One 25 metre swimming pool Our pools
In celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure and Redbridge Council held a special Beacon Lighting Ceremony on Thursday 2 June at Redbridge Cycling Centre, Hainault. Leader of the Council, Jas Athwal, was honoured to light the beacon here in Redbridge, joined with 1,500 other beacons across the UK, to mark
Over the course of the Summer holidays we’re offering children’s tickets for just £1 for our film screenings at Kenneth More Theatre, Ilford.
We appreciate that every child is unique, and their interest and abilities can vary. We have created a MegaMix of activities, ranging from sports, to dance and drama, or digital workshops. We will also be offering adapted sessions for those children that would benefit from additional support. Including cycling, water sports and arts & crafts.
Mega Mix is our holiday programme for ages 5+. We appreciate that every child is unique, and their interest are different. So, we have created a Mega Mix of activities, ranging from sports, to dance and drama, learning new music skills or digital workshops. There’s something for everyone, whatever they’re into! All sessions will be
Having trouble making a booking, or need some help? Follow our handy guides below or contact one of our friendly team. Skip links: Cinema | Swimming | Other Activities Cinema Bookings Swimming Bookings Swimming bookings are available 7 days in advance via our online portal and our app. All Other Bookings
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
Windrush Day 2024 Saturday 22 June 2024, is the 76th Anniversary of the Empire Windrush’s arrival in Britain. After a successful campaign led by Patrick Vernon Windrush Day was introduced in June 2018. In 1948 citizens of the British colonies were given the right to settle in the UK. After the war, Britain had a much
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Start your summer with Vision’s annual summer events programme, take a trip to Redbridge for the fantastic Fairlop Fair on Saturday 2 July at Fairlop Waters. A fun filled day of entertainment for all ages from 11am-6pm. New attractions for 2022 include: Mini golf Petting zoo Chainsaw artist Group exercise taster sessions which include Yoga
During the Summer holidays there will be a variety of affordable taster sessions available for children aged 5+. All sessions will be held in local facilities and venues in and around Redbridge.
Hainault Forest has been chosen as part of the Jubilee tree planting project. The country park in Redbridge has been selected as part of a UK-wide network of 70 Ancient Woodlands and 70 Ancient Trees dedicated for the celebrations of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The Queen’s Green Canopy (QGC) is a unique tree planting initiative
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure are delighted to announce that Hainault Library will undergo major refurbishment this Spring/Summer to create a more modern and spacious library. Your new look library will boast a brand-new children’s library, new books, digital devices, study area and meeting tables for group activities. A new advice hub will also be
Dying Matters Awareness Week is an annual programme, from 2-6 May, which aims to open up the conversation around death, dying and grief, remove the stigma that surrounds it and call for meaningful change so that everyone gets the quality end of life care they deserve. Redbridge Libraries started it’s journey to become the UK’s
Tech Ilford is back on Saturday 18 June 2022! Come all day to have plenty of time to try every single activity or pop in at any time when you are free to try those that you fancy the most! Activities An interactive game-zone for all Ilford High Road, 11 am-5 pm Try out the
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
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During the May and Jubilee Bank Holiday 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. Find out more about your local sport and leisure centre Find out more about your local library Find
When dealing with wildlife and working with partners such as DEFRA and the Environment Agency, the Swan Sanctuary always provide dedicated care and specialist treatment at difficult times. Over the years there have been many occasions where Vision – Redbridge Culture & Leisure have required specialist expertise offered by the Swan Sanctuary Charity. This donation
Background & Introduction Vision RCL is a registered charity, founded in 2007 initially managing four leisure facilities on behalf of the London Borough of Redbridge. Vision has expanded further during the intervening years, now responsible for the management of 12 libraries, eight borough parks, two country parks, over 40 open spaces, the borough’s principal function
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure have joined together with Parks for London and 16 other organisations including the Mayor and nine local councils to launch a new campaign, ‘Clean Parks for London’, starting this April 2022. Led by Parks for London, an independent charity and Centre for Excellence for green space management, the pan-London campaign aims to tackle this
Culture Team Royal Redbridge – Redbridge Museum exhibition Redbridge Museum will hold a brand new display on the Royal Family, on the ground floor of Redbridge Central Library. The exhibition will feature remarkable Royal memorabilia from the Museum’s permanent collection alongside local historical objects associated with the Her Majesty The Queen’s four Royal visits to
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
Redbridge Libraries today announced that the Wanstead Village Directory and South Woodford Village Gazette will be available on PressReader, the digital platform which allows library card holders and leisure centre visitors to access thousands of newspapers and magazines from around the world. PressReader forms part of the Virtual Library offer within Redbridge Libraries, and adding
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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
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure are proud to host Women’s History Month. An opportunity to celebrate equality and diversity of women within the Redbridge community. We also dedicate this special time to look back and honour the many achievements of women throughout history right up to the present day. Throughout the month of March Vision
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure are proud to host LGBT+ History Month, an annual month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. Throughout February Vision RCL services dedicate time to celebrate and promote equality and diversity for the benefit of the Redbridge
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The 2022 New Year Honours list was announced last week, marking the achievements and service of extraordinary people across the UK. Amongst those recognised was one of Vision RCL’s very own staff members, Schools’ Library Service Manager, Nina Simon. Nina has worked for Vision for many years within the library service, working across Redbridge schools
Kenneth More Theatre Based in Ilford, the Kenneth More Theatre is our sister venue and offers a range of shows that run throughout the year. Click the button below to find out what’s on offer!
Redbridge Drama Centre Based in South Woodford, Redbridge Drama Centre is our sister venue and offers a range of shows that run throughout the year. Click the button below to find out what’s on offer!
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
Vision RCL are pleased to announce that Valentines Park has once again been voted one of the Top Ten Green Flag Award-winning parks in the UK. The People’s Choice Award top ten parks were announced in a special virtual awards ceremony hosted by Keep Britain Tidy, in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Green
Download our Apps Want to access your leisure centre, libraries or theatre account on the go? Why not download the Vision apps, available on both Apple or Android mobile phones. Leisure Centres: Book a gym / pool session, a court for racquet sports or a fitness class. Redbridge Theatre: Check out what’s on at the
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The team at Redbridge Libraries add to their growing number of awards for their innovative, sensitive and creative approach to dealing with the difficult subject of death. Vision RCL’s Libraries team was delighted to win an award for ‘Health & Wellbeing’ at the first ever awards event hosted by Libraries Connected, a membership organisation for
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Help us to get Redbridge into the top ten by voting for your favourite park in the Green Flag Award People’s Choice Award. Over the last few years, more than ever, we have all come to understand just how important it is to have a great park or green space on our doorstep. They have
Sleepy cygnets, perfect pyramidal orchids, beautiful bumblebees and fox families are just some of the fantastic submissions we received for our recent Nature Photography Competition. During summer 2021, Vision RCL organised a photography competition encouraging residents to engage with the natural world through a lens and explore some of the wonderful wild spaces in Redbridge.
Redbridge residents will be overjoyed to learn that Redbridge parks are once again being recognised for the prestigious Green Flag award. In Redbridge, we are fortunate to have 50 parks and open spaces where visitors can enjoy walks, children’s play areas, outdoor gyms, cafes or simply relax within the beautiful natural surroundings. Vision RCL is
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure will begin a month-long celebration for Black History starting with a Black Brits African & Caribbean Community Fair this October. The national celebration aims to recognise Black contributions to society and to foster an understanding of Black history in general. Families are invited to attend the community fair taking place
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure is thrilled to announce the re-opening of Woodford Green Library and Gym to the public following the completion of a major refurbishment. The new library and fitness facility is a partnership between Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure and the London Borough of Redbridge, with a joint investment of over £300,000
Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure are delighted to announce the award of £45,000 from the Garfield Weston Foundation for our major project to restore Hainault Forest. The grant is crucial to achieving our project aims, together with funding from The National Heritage Lottery Fund, the Greater London Authority Mayor’s Fund and Redbridge Council, the project
Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure today announced that Redbridge Libraries will receive its biggest Public PC upgrade ever. The latest step in a far-reaching plan to make access to the library service easier and more accessible than ever; and the upgrade is already under way. The new public devices boast a 53% larger screen size compared to their predecessors and offer a new
Vision are delighted planning permission has been approved to provide a kiosk café on Christchurch Green and are excited at the prospect of providing the facility for users of Christchurch Green and the local community. The new sustainable café kiosk has been carefully designed to fully integrate environmentally into the park. The café will be
Fullwell Cross Leisure centre has received a Very Good assessment by Quest, the UK’s quality scheme for Sport and Leisure. Quest has been running for over 20 years and is recognised and supported by Sport England as the recommended Continuous Improvement Tool for leisure facilities and sports development teams. The tool is designed in measuring
Vision have submitted a planning application for a kiosk café at Christchurch Green, Wanstead. There is speculation that we are spending up to £2m on this scheme. We would like to make it clear that we have absolutely no intention of spending anything like this sum of money on this proposal. Our current expectation is
Vision wish to apologise and acknowledge that we did not consult with our users and the wider community in relation to providing a temporary grass overspill car park at Fairlop Waters. We do encourage visitors to use alternative methods of transport to get to Fairlop Waters including walking, cycling, bus and tube. We have regularly
The Libraries Consortium (TLC) is offering a new book club for members of their library authorities (you can see a full list of the member library authorities here). Assisted by Bolinda, suppliers of eAudiobooks and eBooks, the TLC Book Club will give access to four titles chosen for their relatability across a family demographic. These
We are now recruiting Assistant Swimming Teachers. If you have a passion and desire to teach people of all ages this invaluable life skill, then why not apply to join Vision? There are opportunities available at all three of our Swim Vision sites: Fullwell Cross Leisure Centre Loxford Leisure Centre Mayfield Leisure Centre Job requirements:
Vision RCL supports the statement made by the Leader of Redbridge Council and are conducting our own detailed investigation into complaints raised on 10 July 2021. The Trust commissioned a nationally reputed arts company to perform at a live event within some of the libraries we operate across the borough. The performance, which had been previously staged
Good news! We are open. Redbridge Music Library is located at the John Savage Centre in Barkingside. We offer a range of facilities to members with a Redbridge Libraries card. Services Book borrowing and browsing Find, reserve and renew your books CD Borrowing Music Set Borrowing View our Opening Hours Term Time Monday 1.00pm –
Book your repair with us We are proud to offer an instrument repair service for Woodwind, Brass and String instruments and a competitive price. Complete our short form below and a member of the team will be in touch.
Where can the art of Music take you… Have you always wanted to learn a new instrument, but never been sure how to get started? Or maybe you’ve always wanted to learn to sing with an expert? You have come to the right place. We offer individual music lessons for adults on a wide range
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Winner – Animal Portraits By Kanishka BuwanekabahuValentines Park, May 2021 I saw this cygnet trying to take a nap and thought it was such a peaceful scene. It was an overcast day with soft light which was ideal for photographing white birds. Runner Up – Animal Portraits By Michael TrumpHainault Forest, July 2021 Up close
Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure has taken over the management of The London Borough of Redbridge Swim Club, one of the top competitive swimming clubs in Essex and London. A friendly and family orientated club, Redbridge Swim Club offers high quality teaching. Vision are excited to announce that competitive swimming has re-started this week. We
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Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure is bringing the local community back together again with the annual celebration that residents, local businesses, communities and charities look forward to year on year, Wanstead Festival. Everyone is invited to come along to enjoy a lively afternoon of entertainment on Sunday 12 September at Christchurch Green from 11am until
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
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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
With the weather starting to improve and lockdown restrictions easing over the last few weeks we have seen an increase of visitors in our parks and open spaces, especially during the Easter holidays. While many have been enjoying the beautiful green spaces, litter has become an issue in Redbridge parks. Last month, the Vision nature
This competition has now closed and the winner has been notified of their free membership. Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure are offering you the opportunity to win a free membership for Vision leisure centres. What does membership include? Membership includes access to gym, swimming and fitness classes at all five of our leisure centres: Fullwell
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
As Redbridge approaches step 2 of the roadmap out of lockdown, we will begin to see the re-opening of local facilities. As part of this next step, Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure are thrilled to re-open their Leisure Centres from Monday 12 April. To welcome customers back to fitness, Vision are offering a special welcome
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
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This week more than 600 trees have been planted in South Park as part of a partnership between Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure, Earthwatch Europe and Redbridge Council. Over 20 native tree species, including oak, wild service, birch, alder, hazel, blackthorn, rowan, and lime have been planted on site at South Park, Ilford. Located in
Support your self-care with Reading Well, recommended by health experts. What is Reading Well? Reading Well supports you to understand and manage your health and wellbeing using helpful reading. Reading Well books are all recommended by health experts, as well as people with lived experience of the conditions and topics covered and their relatives and
Last year, we ran a poster competition asking children to design a poster to help with our summer litter campaign. The competition had an amazing response, with over 70 entries. This year, we are once again asking school children to get involved in our Easter ‘Clean up your litter’ poster competition! If you are aged
What are Creative Classes on Demand? Vision Creative Classes on demand are pre-recorded classes available to buy and watch from the comfort of your home. The classes are hosted and produced by the Redbridge Drama Centre team and include a range of fun activities for under 5s, children and adults. This encompasses everything from yoga
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
Do you love working with the public? Do you want to create inclusive and transformative experiences for our more vulnerable customers? We are looking for sociable and caring individuals to help those customers who find it difficult to visit any of our libraries due to old age, disability, illness or have caring responsibilities. Your task
This year has been a difficult year for all with the Covid-19 pandemic, so it is great to focus on good news for one of Redbridge’s parks. With funding secured from the England & Wales Cricket Board, Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure has installed a new non-turf (artificial) cricket pitch at South Park in Ilford.
Valentines Park achieves a place in the Top Ten parks in the UK as voted for by the public in the People’s Choice Award 2020.
Keeping active has never been so important, both for our physical and mental wellbeing. With many people confined to their homes, we are delighted to be able to offer an ‘at home’ alternative to exercising with our new Fitness on Demand programme, launched 19 November. Vision Fitness on Demand gives our local community the opportunity and means
Vision is committed to providing equal access to our services and facilities. We have resources available in a number of formats to support all our library users including: Large print books If you have some vision but you struggle to read regular print, large print may be for you. The size of a font is
While Redbridge Museum is temporarily closed, there are still plenty of activities that you can get involved with. Check out our list of museum related activities below. Virtual Tour Take a 360 virtual tour of Redbridge Museum! Explore the displays and discover Redbridge’s history through objects, photographs and oral histories. Take the virtual tour Twitter
Help us get Redbridge into the top ten by voting for your favourite park in the People’s Choice Awards. This year an army of experts awarded a record breaking 2,061 Green Flag Awards to the UK’s very best parks and green spaces, including nine Redbridge parks. Organised by Keep Britain Tidy, the scheme is now
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
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Redbridge Council has announced bold and exciting plans to preserve and expand Fairlop Waters, adding 250 acres of green space to the existing park over the coming years. Fairlop Waters is one of the largest country parks in Redbridge, home to expansive green space, a lake, and a wide range of outdoor activities, including the
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
The residents of Redbridge are very fortunate to have so many green spaces to enjoy, with a vast total of 50 parks and open spaces across the borough. Vision RCL takes pride in managing all of these sites successfully on behalf of Redbridge Council. Vision RCL is committed to improving the quality of the facilities
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
Prime Day is back, starting on 13 October and running through to 14 October. This is a great opportunity for Vision Redbridge Culture And Leisure to increase AmazonSmile donations during these epic two days of deals and promotions. AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know. Same products, same prices, same service. The only difference is
Every year Redbridge Schools Library service (SLS) involves 14 secondary schools, 16 primary schools and over 200 students in the Redbridge Children’s Book Award. Despite the closure of schools due to COVID 19, Redbridge SLS was determined to keep these young readers and literary critics engaged. The SLS manager along with Redbridge teachers has have
Due to the global pandemic the annual DragonFest event at Fairlop Waters has been postponed until 2021. However, extraordinary times call for extraordinary measures. To raise funds for The Lord Mayor’s Appeal this year DragonFest brings you the crème de la crème online shopping experience from the DragonFest Shopping Village, which hosts near 200 of
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
Following June 2020 Member survey Do I need to pre-book to use gym or pool All gym and pool sessions are 55 minutes long and must be pre-booked online via website or APP. All non-members must pay in advance for sessions. Will gym and pool have reduced numbers? All gym and pool sessions will have
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
Litter has become a big problem for Redbridge parks during the good weather. When the bins are full, visitors to the parks have just been leaving their litter behind. So Redbridge Council and Vision put their heads together and thought it would be a good idea to get the younger generation on board. A competition
Want an inside look into some of Vision’s venues? We’ve created 360 virtual tours showcasing some of our special buildings! Find out more about the history of each building and then click on the link below to start your virtual tour. Valentines Mansion Grade II* listed, the house was built in around 1696 for Elizabeth
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
Get creative! Design a unique and inspiring poster to promote picking up litter in the park and taking it home with you, if the bin is full. Are you aged 5-11 years old and go to school in Redbridge? We need your help to design a new poster to support our summer parks litter campaign.
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Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure stands in solidarity with our Black communities, colleagues and volunteers, customers, artists and audiences in support of the #BlackLivesMatter movement. Our facilities are a safe place where all our communities can come together to learn, create and thrive. We aim to contribute to this movement through inclusion, education and continued learning.
Lockdown is making it difficult for groups of people to celebrate together, but Redbridge Drama Centre and the Kenneth More Theatre have teamed up to provide the perfect solution – an online comedy murder mystery to get you working together alongside friends or family members either locally or from around the globe (subject to timelines).
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Sport England are making up to £195 million of funding available to help the sport and physical activity sector through the ongoing coronavirus (Covid-19) crisis. The money will help their partners, clubs and community organisations cope with the short and long-term impact of the pandemic. The package, which is a combination of National Lottery and
The National Community Leisure UK Awards are held annually and recognise, celebrate and share the achievements of leisure and culture trusts across the UK. This year Vision is delighted to have finalists in three categories for the 2020 Awards as follows: Community Impact Award – Arts, Culture and Libraries – for Tech Ilford An annual
Vision’s Sport & Health team was presented with three Healthy Catering Commitments awards at a ceremony on Tuesday 4 February at Redbridge Town Hall. Two of our venues, Owl’s Play Centre and Redbridge Cycling Centre will proudly display this award. We’re also the first organisation in Redbridge to receive the award for an educational and
UPDATE: BBC2 featured our Turtle Dove during their Winterwatch programme on Friday 31 January at 8.30pm. On Saturday 25 January Vision’s Nature Conservation team partnered with the local North East London RSPB group to host a Big Garden Birdwatch Walk at Valentines Park. The event coincided with the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch campaign, which is
Vision RCL and Redbridge council partnered with Trees for Cities to plant new young trees across the borough this year, including Goodmayes Park and Orchard Playing Fields (formally Goodmayes Recreation Ground). To mark the beginning of National Tree Week, which ran from 23 November-1 December, Vision’s nature conservation team was joined by partners and volunteers
Wanstead Leisure Centre has scooped the award for Most Improved performer in Sport and Leisure Facility Management at The Association of Public Service Excellence (APSE) Awards. APSE Performance Networks benchmarks the operational performance of leisure centres on a national basis in ‘like for like’ family groups. The award was based on Wanstead Leisure Centre’s overall
Redbridge Libraries are working with The Welcome Project to be able to supply the homeless community with some much needed support. On Thursday 12, Friday 13, Saturday 14 and Friday 20 December we will collect items and coats that are to be handed out to the homeless community in Redbridge. You can help us by
We are so pleased to confirm that Jasmine, our Shetland pony has been found safe and well and is back home where she belongs at Hainault Forest. She had been dumped in a garden in Loughton late last night and was looked after by the residents until farm staff were able to pick her up.
Redbridge Libraries will partner with Kirklees and Newcastle Libraries to investigate if people’s attitude to death can change depending on where they live or their cultural backgrounds. The project is part a continuation of the successful Final Party project run by Redbridge Libraries from October 2017. The attitudes of people in Redbridge towards death are
Foxburrows Farm is urging the public to keep its eyes peeled following a break-in at their farm that resulted in the theft of several animals. Jasmine – the farm’s Shetland pony, along with a rabbit, peacock and peahen were all discovered missing following the incident on Sunday 24 November, which also left many of the
New trampolining courses start Monday 25 November at Wanstead Leisure Centre. Come and join us to have fun, learn new skills and enjoy a fun way to keep fit. 5.30pm – 6.30pm Juniors 5 – 11yrs6.30pm – 7.30pm Juniors 11 – 15yrs7.30pm – 8.30pm Adults 16yrs+ For more information or to book a space contact
Family, Fit and Fun is a fitness programme designed to cater to antenatal and postnatal women and mothers with young children looking to stay active during and after their pregnancy. Whilst our regular sessions cannot take place at the Children’s Centres due to National Lockdown restrictions, join our free weekly sessions online instead: Antenatal Yoga
With Kanopy, Redbridge Libraries customers will have access to more than 30,000 films for free. The popular on-demand film streaming service Kanopy is now available for free using your Redbridge Library card. Library card holders can now access Kanopy and sign up to start streaming films instantly by visiting the Kanopy website – Redbridge. Films
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
Valentines Park has beaten off tough competition to be voted as one of the best green spaces in the country for the fifth time. Last month over 45,000 Britons voted for their favourite park as part of the People’s Choice 2019 awards with Valentines reaching the top ten. Organised by Keep Britain Tidy, this prestigious
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
Looking for regular activities for children taking place in Redbridge? See a list of our regular weekly activities below. If you would like to find out more about regular events and activities, sign up to our monthly Do More in Redbridge enewsletter. Looking for special events? Visit out children’s events page.
Holiday Activities and Food (HAF), previously known as the Fit, Fed and Read programme, will be working in partnership with London Borough of Redbridge. The programme HAF offers an online holiday activity and food programme to children who are eligible for Free School Meals in the Easter holidays 2021. Sessions will include: Physical activity including
Residents now have the chance to vote for their favourite Green Flag flying park in Redbridge as part of the People’s Choice 2019 awards. Organised by Keep Britain Tidy, the prestigious poll finds the nation’s top 10 parks from almost 2,000 awarded Green Flag Award status by the environment charity. In July, nine Redbridge parks
If you have some spare time on your hands and would like to enjoy the great outdoors, then why not help us to keep our parks and opens spaces smart? It’s a great way to exercise, meet new friends and help the environment, all at the same time.
Would you like to get experience working with the public? Redbridge Libraries are looking for sociable and IT literate individuals to help our customers to make the most of their IT and online experiences. We are searching for individuals who are excited about the opportunity of growing and learning in a fast changing environment, who
Do you love working with children and young people? We are looking for inspirational individuals to help deliver our popular selection of engaging sessions. Your task will be to assist the staff in creating a welcoming and warm experience for our younger members and help them to fully enjoy and participate in the activity of
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
Freedom Passes for Londoners Support Volunteers Do you enjoy working with the public and would like an important volunteer role assisting people applying online for Freedom Passes? We are looking for kind, IT literate individuals to assist customers who want to apply for their Freedom Pass for travel around London. Volunteers will assist customers to
Redbridge Museum is set for a major transformation thanks to a grant worth £99,990 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund awarded in May 2019. Thanks to National Lottery players, the award will enable the museum based in Redbridge Central Library to revamp its much-loved permanent exhibition dedicated to celebrating local history. From Ice Age Ilford
Nine council parks and open spaces in Redbridge have again been confirmed as some of the best in the world after successfully retaining their coveted Green Flag award. The esteemed flags will be flying for another year in Claybury Park, Clayhall Park, Elmhurst Gardens, Goodmayes Park, Hainault Forest, Ilford War Memorial, Seven Kings Park, South
Access to Research Access to research gives free, walk-in access to a wide range of academic articles and research in public libraries across the UK. Subjects include: art, architecture, business, engineering, history, languages, politics, philosophy, mathematics and the sciences. All content provided is digital and can only be accessed from a library terminal. Ideal for
If you have a Redbridge library card, you can view these resources from your devices at home. Britannica Library – Adult Encyclopedia Britannica is advanced level, constantly updated reference content from reliable trusted sources for older students and adults. It works on any device: PC, laptop, tablet or smart phone. Students are able to conduct research,
Victorian Literature – Oxford Bibliographies The Victorian period is often regarded as a high point in literary history. It encompassed the reign of Queen Victoria from 1837-1901 and produced a large number of prominent authors such as Charles Dickens, the Brontë Sisters & Oscar Wilde. The Victorian Literature resource provides a reliable, up to date and authoritative
The British Newspaper Archive 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.
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The London Youth Games 2019 competition has begun and our Redbridge teams have already brought home impressive results! Every year Vision’s Sport and Health team work with children in the borough to build confidence, practice and build teams to compete for Redbridge in various sports including Badminton, Tennis, Netball and more. During the two day
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
Vision works with volunteers regularly across all of our services, helping to create opportunities and shape communities for the future. We value our volunteers and all of their hard work in giving back to the community. In an event on Thursday 6 June, coinciding with Volunteers Week, all of our volunteers were invited to an
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
Vision’s Nature Conservation Ranger Team have been supported by partner The Orchard Project to help enrichen the community, work with local residents and volunteers to plant and maintain orchards in Claybury Park and other Redbridge parks. We are excited to share that The Orchard Project recently landed a place as one of three finalists in
In July we ran activities to mark the historic moment in making London the world’s first National Park City. What is the National Park City Festival? The festival was London’s largest free celebration of the outdoors, aimed at people of all ages. With lots of fun activities from culture and health and fitness to wildlife,
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
The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded £4.2 million to Redbridge Council to restore the forest to its former natural and wild state and help threatened species thrive, including eleven species of bat. Among them, the rare Barbastelle bat which was spotted there in 2017, the first time it had been seen in London for
From our Home Library Service to our Virtual Library options, we have always been proud to be able to make our library service as accessible as possible. Over the last few months in partnership with 2cqr Limited, we have launched our Smallest Library service, one of the first of it’s kind in the UK! This
Set alongside beautiful and picturesque walled gardens, the long water and ponds, grade II* listed Valentines Mansion boasts exquisite period rooms and features, including the magnificent grand staircase with its stunning stained glass windows and gorgeous fireplaces. Located on the borders of both London and Essex, Valentines Mansion is ideally situated to provide a stunning
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
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 RCL encourages residents to take more opportunities to get fit and active in parks and open spaces, giving them the chance to enjoy their local area and embrace what the borough has to offer. Our Parks scheme aims to commit to the actions needed to bring and build stronger and more sustainable communities together,
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We offer a range of inclusive memberships across sites for regular users. There are also option to purchase 10 for 8 packages for a range of activities. For more information please contact your local centre.
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.
Redbridge Music Service provides a wide range of instrumental and vocal tuition in schools throughout the borough. Schools throughout Redbridge have the choice as to which of these services they purchase. In addition to instrumental and vocal tuition, schools may also purchase: School ensemble coaching Indian Music African Music South American Music Recitals in Schools
We are pleased to be able to offer instrument hire to all pupils at Redbridge Music Service. If you don’t have an instrument to get started, this is the perfect option for you. In some cases there may be a waiting period while the instrument is prepared for collection, in which case the pupils may
There are three main groups of activities. Open Access Music Groups These activities are available to pupils on a first come first served basis and there is no prerequisite to read music. Mini Musicians Music Kindergarten Young Music Makers More Music Makers Recorder Club World Music Club Singing Club Redbridge Music School Clubs Guitar Club
The Underground Cafe is open throughout the day on Saturdays and Sundays. We’re also open 45 minutes before a performance and during intervals. We serve hot and cold drinks and a range of snacks. The Underground Cafe is perfect for meetings, a catch up and coffee with friends or a pre show drink! There are
Our monthly swimming pool timetables will be available soon, please check back for updates. We offer a range on swimming sessions at Fullwell Cross, Mayfield and Loxford Leisure Centre. This includes: Public Swim – to attend this session you must be 12 years and over and a competent swimmerFamily Swim – for families with children
Iain Varah – Chief Executive Iain as a Chief Officer in Redbridge Council was responsible for the initial creation of Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure as a Sport and Leisure trust that has managed the London Borough of Redbridge’s sports facilities since April 2007. In May of 2011, the remainder of Redbridge’s culture and leisure
VOLUNTEER NOTICE: We do regular volunteering work day sessions and events. There is no need to book, but we do suggest you get in touch with us first to find out about how we run the sessions and what you should bring and wear. Redbridge has a wealth of open spaces, from local parks to
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The Heritage Service delivers a wide range of free education sessions based around the national curriculum. Groups can use historic archives, maps, and photographs to learn about the history of their local area and school. Combine your session with a visit to the museum where students can handle real artefacts, take part in fun activities
Sailing Fairlop Waters Country Park provides an opportunity for sailing throughout the year. For those with their own dinghies, you are able to obtain an annual pass from the Boat House and we can also offer annual Fairlop Outdoor Activity Centre offers coaching, R.Y.A courses, race sessions and equipment for those wishing to sail. Session
Redbridge Cycling Centre has a number of adapted bikes for disabled users, with various seating and control combinations. There are also trailer bikes, additional trikes, tandems and a side by side bike. Bikes can be used by individuals or groups in our flat coaching area and there is no hire charge for these users. For
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Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Volunteering Volunteering helps to create opportunities and changes many people’s lives as well as shaping communities for the future. Volunteering gives you the chance to ‘give something back to the community’. Many activities would not remain sustainable or manageable without the help of those individuals that provide their time. Why volunteer with us? What do
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
How to Join Please speak to your Doctor or Practice Nurse, or other health professional, as they will be required to refer you to us. If you require any further information about the Exercise of Referral programme, please contact us via phone or email.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Studio artists at Valentines Mansion work from their private space on the top floor of the building, which was historically the servants quarters. This area was restored back in 2009 into six contemporary spaces for local artists and makers. Open studio days provide a chance for the public to visit the studios, meet the artists
Mildmay Nursery works in partnership with parents and carers to provide quality experiences within a safe, nurturing and respectful environment. We encourage all areas of the child’s development whilst recognising and meeting the individual developmental and cultural needs of the child and their family within a happy, caring and supportive environment. We aim to provide
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Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
Barbecues are not permitted at any of our parks and open spaces.
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Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure is a registered charity and as a non-profit organisation any surplus we make will be reinvested for community benefit, to improve the quality of facilities and services offered to you. As a social enterprise Vision RCL is committed to working in partnership with the London Borough of Redbridge to deliver
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