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Havering Council are holding a free Family Fun Day on the green at Macon Way, Cranham, from 12 noon to 3pm on Wednesday 13 August 2025. Bring the family along to this great local event!

Every week, Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 29 July – 04 August 2025 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link.

The online version of the August 2025 edition of the Bulletin is now available via the August 2025 Bulletin link.

The Windmill, garden and visitor centre will be open from 10am – 4pm on Saturday 09 and Sunday 10 August 2025. There will be games and activities for all the family, with Windmill tours available on both days – Adults £6, Children £2 (Minimum height 100cm –

Main Flyover Works Preparation of the east and west abutments and foundations is ongoing, in readiness for the commencement of construction. Some inconsistencies have been identified between current site conditions and historic as-built drawings. However, appropriate solutions have been developed and are being implemented. Localised foundation repairs are

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