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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

Havering Council have published another update regarding the ongoing works at Gallows Corner, a summary of which is detailed below. Main Flyover Works: Demolition has commenced. The flyover is made up of 13 spans. Of these, four have been removed, with a further two due for removal

Cranham Baptist Church, Severn Drive, Cranham, is opening for a weekly ‘coffee stop’ on Thursdays from 2-4pm. Please pop in and see them for a drink and a chat if you’re free! Donations welcome.

Every week, Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 01 – 07 July 2025 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link.

Come along to Upminster Windmill’s Family Fun Weekend from 10am to 4pm on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 July 2025. The windmill’s sails will be turning, subject to the weather, with games and activities for all the family, including a Teddy Bear Zip Wire and Name the

Havering Council have informed us of the following update regarding the ongoing works to upgrade the Gallows Corner Flyover – Main Flyover Works The structure is being stabilised ready for demolition. Non-structural parts of the flyover (such as paneling) have been removed. Cranes began lifting out parts

The New Windmill Hall Community Association will be holding two events in July 2025 – Party Night – 7.30-11pm Saturday 05 July 2025. The cost is £12 per person Sunday Lunch and Dancing – 12-3.30pm Sunday 13 July 2025 – £25 per person For further details, see

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 – 30 June 2025 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link.