Upminster and Cranham Residents' Association September 2026 Bulletin now online Slightly later than normal, the online version of the September 2026 edition of the Upminster Bulletin is now available via the September 2026 Bulletin link. Read More North Road, North Ockendon closed overnight We have been informed that as part of the New Lower Thames Crossing works, North Road, North Ockendon, will be closed between Fen Lane and Cheelson Road from 8pm and 5am on Sunday 06 and Monday 07 September 2026. Read More Beware of spiked vapes Our local Police Safer Neighbourhood Teams are warning of the increasing problem of spiked vapes. At a recent crime prevention event outside the pubs in Hornchurch, none of the individuals spoken to were aware that vapes could be used as a means of spiking. When provided with practical examples, such as accepting a vape from... Read More Upminster and Cranham Residents' Association Have you found a silver necklace with a green stone? On Saturday 29 August 2026 a necklace, which is of sentimental value to the owner, was lost between Roomes store and Waldegrave Gardens. It is a silver chain with a pendant containing a green stone. If found please contact 07880 976 817. Thank you. Read More Planning applications in Havering (24 - 31 August 2026) Every week Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 24 - 31 August 2026 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link. Read More Bus strikes affecting Cranham and Upminster Transport for London (TfL) have advised that many routes operated by Arriva London North will be experiencing strike action in September and October 2026. Locally, the 248 and 370 bus routes will likely be affected. Strikes are planned on the following days - Between 4am Friday 04 September and 4.30am Saturday 05 September 2026 ***UPDATE:... Read More Nitrous oxide cannisters The dumping of large nitrous oxide cannisters in Cranham Ward has become an issue over the last year. Cannisters are regularly being found in Front Lane and Hall Lane, both near to the A127, and it appears that gatherings are being held in the tithe barn car park on a weekly basis. As well as... Read More No change to post Bank Holiday rubbish collections Havering Council have conformed that there will be no change to rubbish and recycling collection days following the August Bank Holiday (2026). Residents should leave their black and orange sacks (and green bin, if appropriate) out as normal from 7am on their usual day of collection. Read More Havering Astronomical Society September 2026 meetings Havering Astronomical Society events are held at Thames Chase Forest Centre, Pike Lane, Upminster. For further information, please visit havastro.co.uk  or e-mail enquiries@havastro.co.uk . Please note their concessionary rate of £30 for those aged 30 and under at time of joining. The Adult group will meet on Wednesday 16 September 2026, 7.15 for 7.30pm. To... Read More Planning applications in Havering (18 - 24 August 2026) Every week Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 18 - 24 August 2026 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link. Read More Freedom Pass portal temporarily unavailable We have been informed that due to service upgrades, London Councils Freedom Pass online portal will be unavailable from 5pm on Monday 31 August until 9am on Tuesday 15 September 2026. Anyone who needs to apply for a Freedom Pass, request a replacement or update their details, should do so before the portal closes. Existing... Read More Park Farm Road closed Tuesday 25 August 2026 Havering Council has informed us that Park Farm Road, Upminster will be closed along its whole length (Hacton Lane to Harwood Hall Lane), from 8am - 5pm on Tuesday 25 August 2026, for line painting. Read More No district Line until 10.30am Saturday 22 August 2026 Transport for London (TfL) have advised that due to track works, there will not be any District Line running until 10.30am on Saturday 22 August 2026. Read More Planning applications in Havering (11 - 17 August 2026) Every week Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 11 - 17 August 2026 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link. Read More First Step golf day 2026 First Step, who support families of babies and young children with special needs and/or disabilities, will be holding their annual fund raising golf day at Langdon Hills Golf Club on Friday 18 September 2026. The day will consist of a Full English breakfast, 18 holes of golf and dinner, with prizes and an auction. The cost... Read More The Wesley Players Present: The Ghost Train The Wesley Players will be performing The Ghost Train, a 1920's comedy-thriller by Arnold Ridley, from 17-19 September 2026. A group of mismatched railway passengers are stranded overnight in a remote, eerie Cornish waiting room. With an eccentric stationmaster, a chilling local legend, and a warning of a phantom train that haunts the tracks at... Read More Free small business AI training at Harold Hill Library Thames Freeport and Avecera are holding a free Small Business Accelerator Programme (SBAP) for local business owners and leaders, starting in September 2026. AI is already changing how businesses work, and the ones getting ahead started early. Business owners, directors and senior leaders across Barking & Dagenham, Havering and Thurrock can join the SBAP, built... Read More Planning applications in Havering (04 - 10 August 2026) Every week Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 04 - 10 August 2026 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link. Read More Stewart Avenue Allotments open day Stewart Avenue Allotments (SAA) will be opening their gates for it's annual Summer Open Day on Saturday 15 August 2026, between 10am and 1pm, as part of the National Allotments week. Visitors will be able to peruse the wide variety of plots on the site and see what is growing, as well as viewing the... Read More Local over 50s groups - Arrange a visit from council health trainers Havering Council's Live Well Havering Team has asked us to publicise the following message - Havering Council's Public Health Team is keen to visit local groups for people aged 50 and over, to share practical health and wellbeing advice to help residents stay well throughout the winter months. If you would like one of... Read More Planning appeals refused - Avon House, Avon Road Havering Council has informed us of the result of appeals concerning two planning applications (P0946.25 and J0023.25), to add an extra storey and two flats to Avon House, Avon Road, Cranham. The original applications were both refused in 2025 by Havering Council, but the applicant subsequently appealed to the national Planning Inspectorate. The Planning Inspectorate... Read More Consultation on street tree removal - 64 Severn Drive Havering Council are currently holding a public consultation on the proposed removal of a street tree outside 64 Severn Drive, Cranham. For further details and to submit a comment visit the 64 Severn Drive street tree removal consultation webpage. The consultation closes on 03 September 2026. Read More Planning applications in Havering (28 July - 03 August 2026) Every week Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 28 July - 03 August 2026 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link. Read More Friends of Fleet Close Village Green The Friends of Fleet Close Village Green (FFCVG) held their first AGM in July 2026 and are pleased to announce that they have formed an Executive Committee of: Chair - Philip Madeley Treasurer - Andy Fairbairn Secretary - Ann Madeley Other Executive Committee members - Cllr Gillian Ford, Victoria Holton, Marc Herbert and Nicholas... Read More Upminster Windmill August 2026 Upminster Windmill will be open on 08, 09 and 23 August 2026. You can tour the Mill or simply come and enjoy the sun in the Visitor Centre Garden or on the Mill Field, with tea and cake from their kiosk. They have games and activities for kids, and there are things to do and... Read More Trinity Church coffee morning and sale Trinity Church, Station Road, Upminster, will be holding a coffee morning and sale on Saturday 08 August 2026 from 10am - 12 noon on the front lawn, weather permitting. On sale will be plants, jewellery, puzzles, books, cards and craft items. All proceeds go to S.M.I.L.E London and Essex - Trinity's chosen charity for 2026,... Read More Park Farm Road closed 05 August 2026 Havering Council have informed us that Park Farm Road, Upminster will be closed along its whole length (Harwood Hall Lane to Hacton Lane) from 8am to 5pm on Wednesday 05 August 2026, for lining works. Read More Stuart Chapell It is with great sadness that we have to inform you that our dear friend and colleague, Stuart Chapell passed away this week (July 2026). He was an enthusiastic supporter of the Havering Residents Association, and a tireless worker for the community. He wanted to represent the area as a Councillor and, with this in mind... Read More Upminster and Cranham Residents' Association August 2026 Bulletin now online The online version of the August 2026 edition of the Upminster Bulletin is now available via the August 2026 Bulletin link. Read More Draft London Plan and consultation On July 16 2026, the Draft London Plan 2026 was published. This is the Mayor of London's strategy for how the city should grow and develop over the next 25 years. It is a lengthy document, and includes policies on housing, jobs, transport, the environment and public spaces. A consultation has now been opened on... Read More

Upminster and Cranham Residents' Association Recent News

  • September 2026 Bulletin now online
    Slightly later than normal, the online version of the September 2026 edition of the Upminster Bulletin is now available via the September 2026 Bulletin link....
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  • North Road, North Ockendon closed overnight
    We have been informed that as part of the New Lower Thames Crossing works, North Road, North Ockendon, will be closed between Fen Lane and Cheelson Road from 8pm and 5am on Sunday 06 and Monday 07 September 2026....
    Read more →
  • Beware of spiked vapes
    Our local Police Safer Neighbourhood Teams are warning of the increasing problem of spiked vapes. At a recent crime prevention event outside the pubs in Hornchurch, none of the individuals spoken to were aware that vapes could be used as a means of spiking. When provided with...
    Read more →
  • Have you found a silver necklace with a green stone?
    On Saturday 29 August 2026 a necklace, which is of sentimental value to the owner, was lost between Roomes store and Waldegrave Gardens. It is a silver chain with a pendant containing a green stone. If found please contact 07880 976 817. Thank you....
    Read more →