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Main Flyover Works Construction of the new concrete abutments and bearing shelves has not yet started, while foundations for the structure are being assessed and prepared for the next stage of works. The main construction programme is on track. Essex and Suffolk Water’s (ESW) main upgrades Directional

Every week, Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 22 – 28 July 2025 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link.

We were delighted to learn that Upminster Park has been awarded the prestigious Green Flag award again this year. It is an international mark that recognises the best kept parks and green spaces in the United Kingdom and around the world. Upminstere Park has an active excellent

Quantum Theatre are presenting a brand-new adaptation of the much-loved Beatrix Potter Tale, The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck at Thames Chase on Wednesday 30 July 2025 from 5pm-6.30pm. Prevented from hatching her eggs at the farm, foolish Jemima goes in search of a nesting place in the

After the current heavy rainfall, the risks of wildfires breaking out locally has receded. However, for long periods of hot, dry weather, the London Fire Brigade has a Grass and Wildfires webpage, giving advice on how to prevent grass fires, protecting your home from vulnerability to wildfires

Every week, Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 15 – 21 July 2025 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link.

Having Council have announced that Manning’s Funfair will be visiting Upminster Park from Thursday 17 to Sunday 20 July 2025. The funfair will be open from 4pm to 9pm on the Thursday and Friday and from 1pm to 9pm on the Saturday and Sunday.

With reference to our previous posts concerning a planning application for the construction, operation and maintenance of a Battery Energy Storage System on land adjacent to St. Mary’s Lane, Upminster (east of Warley Street), the application went before Havering Council’s Strategic Planning Committee Meeting on Thursday 10

Every week, Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 08 – 14 July 2025 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link.

Thames Chase Forest Centre are holding a Summer of Fun in August 2025. They have a variety of activities for children and adults available during the month including: Follow the Bird Trail at the Forest Centre 05 August – Keyring Making 06 August – Tree Nursery Garden