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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

The online version of the July 2026 edition of the Upminster Bulletin is now available via the August 2026 Bulletin link.

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