Twelfth Night Party at Rainham Hall
Jan 6th 2017 | Rainham Hall |
Come and party like it’s 1729 at Rainham Hall this New Year!
Our Twelfth night party, on Friday 6 January, will have traditional music, games and a fabulous Twelfth night cake. For information and tickets please head to our website: https://goo.gl/brqsBB
The Georgians loved to party on Twelfth Night to celebrate the end of the festive season. It was a time to look ahead, wish for a good harvest and a good year. At our celebrations we will be joined by guest musicians performing eighteenth century pieces on the Harpsichord and singing traditional songs. Wassailing, or caroling, was a popular past time at these events. We will be playing games and eating the traditional Twelfth Night cake.
It also will be the last chance to see John Harle before our exhibitions change in the New Year. Join us for a Twelfth night party like no other!
Tim Huskisson Duo at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Jan 22nd 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Join us for an afternoon of melodic and rhythmic music with Tim Huskisson on Clarinet and with Nils Solberg on Guitar.
Tim has established himself as one of the busiest musicians on the Jazz club circuit.
Playing Vintage and Modern styles on piano and clarinet, he has worked with many well know jazz musicians including Digby Fairweather and Dave Browning.
2017 Open Days at Ilford Hospital Chapel
Feb 6th 2017 to Sep 17th 2017 | Ilford Hospital Chapel |
The next regular Chapel Open Day will be on September 9th, from 10am to 2.30pm, with guided tours, refreshments, memorabilia, and stalls.
The following week is Open House weekend, when we shall be open on Saturday 16th September from 10am to 4pm and on Sunday from 1pm to 4.30pm.
Discover London Book Swap at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Feb 11th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
Calling all book worms! Come along to our ‘London Book Swap’ event at The View.
Exhibition: Epping Forest UK to USA at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Feb 21st 2017 to Feb 28th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
An opportunity to see some of our museum objects with an American link at The View.
Classics in the Forest at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Feb 26th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
A concert of popular classical music performed by talented musicians from Havering and Brentwood.
Performances include an instrumentalist duo, an ensemble and Songs about nature.
A perfect opportunity to sit back, relax and enjoy good music
When | 26th February |
Time | 2:30-4:30pm |
Where | Thames Chase – Education Room |
Cost | £10 per person
(4-18yrs – £5) |
Raising Funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No. 1115627)
Characters in Court: The Sketches of William Hartley at Havering Museum
Mar 4th 2017 | Havering Museum |
Saturday 4th March at 12:15pm
Tickets £5 – please book in advance
Exhibition – Les Williams: Town and countryside landscapes at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Mar 4th 2017 to Mar 30th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
Paintings of Epping Forest and its environs. Free. No booking required.
The Blitz Detective Novels at Havering Museum
Mar 25th 2017 | Havering Museum |
Meet Mike Hollow author of the Blitz Detective novels. He who will bring Inspector John Jago, The Blitz Detective to life, reveal the secret to writing a great crime novel and will discuss crime detection techniques of the 1940s.
Saturday 25th March at 1pm
Tickets £5 – please book in advance
Extraordinary Eggs exhibition: Romanian eggs and more at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Mar 25th 2017 to Jun 25th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
Our Extraordinary Eggs season celebrates spring in the Forest with a case of exquisitely decorated Romanian eggs from the Horniman Museum and Gardens’ Object in Focus loan programme along with beautiful native British birds eggs from Epping Forest’s historic egg collection.Free. No booking required.
Motorcycle Open Day 26th March at Coalhouse Fort and Park
Mar 26th 2017 | Coalhouse Fort and Park |
11am – 5pm. Last admission at 4pm
Displays of vintage & modern motorcycles within the heritage setting of Coalhouse Fort. Fort tours available and private collections will be open.
Admission: Adults, £4. Concessions, £3. Children 50p
Extraordinary Eggs evening talk: the Romanian tradition of decorating eggs at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Mar 30th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
Discover more about Romania’s beautiful and vibrant decorated egg tradition with Roxana Gibescu, Curator of the Galateca Gallery in Bucharest. Book your eventbrite free ticket in advance to enjoy a celebratory glass of Romanian wine on the house. This event is funded by Arts Council England through the Horniman Museum and Gardens’ Object in Focus programme. Free. Booking required: 020 7332 1911. 14 years plus.
Extraordinary Eggs art workshop: DIY wax and dye decorated eggs at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Mar 30th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
An introduction to creating extraordinary Easter eggs inspired by traditional European wax-resist designs and techniques. We’ll supply all materials and two blown eggs for each participant to decorate and take home. Bring extra eggs for your own use if you wish (white eggs recommended). £15 per person. Booking required: 020 7332 1911. 14 years and over. Children under 16 to be accompanied by an adult.
Exhibition: 30th Essex Art Club exhibition of artwork at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Apr 1st 2017 to Apr 30th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
30th Essex Art Club exhibition of artwork. Free. No booking required.
Sebastopol to Dagenham Exhibition at The Old Chapel Upminster
Apr 2nd 2017 | The Old Chapel Upminster |
Sunday 2nd April
The first open day of 2017 at the Old Chapel will welcome our friends at Valence House Museum who will be showcasing this exhibition. Free Entry: 2pm-5pm.
Childrens Painting Pottery Cafe at The Old Chapel Upminster
Apr 4th 2017 | The Old Chapel Upminster |
Come to the Old Chapel and see how creative your little ones can be!
Children’s Easter Holiday Programme at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Apr 4th 2017 to Apr 13th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Drop in for as long as you like and take part in our planned activities or explore the natural play trail, our tree trails or woodland trails!
Enjoy being outdoors this Easter Holiday and explore part of the Community Forest that you may not have found.
When | 4th, 5th, 6th, 11th, 12th & 13th April |
Time | 10:30am-12:30pm (10:30am onwards on Thurs) |
Where | Thames Chase |
Cost | £3 donation requested |
Extraordinary Eggs arty afternoon: egg speckling for cuckoos at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Apr 6th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
As you may know, cuckoos lay their eggs in other birds’ nests. Have a go at painting and speckling eggs to imitate the beautiful colours and patterns of some of our native bird species. Free drop in event. Papier mâché eggs 35p to 75p each.
Pirate Pete Easter Egg Hunt at Havering Museum
Apr 12th 2017 | Havering Museum |
Wednesday 12 April, 11.30am
£5.00 per child, accompanying adult free
Join our Pirate Pete Easter Egg Hunt, look for clues to discover where the treasure is hidden and receive an Easter Egg. Prizes available for best dressed young pirate and craft activities.
Extravaganza at Havering Museum
Apr 13th 2017 | Havering Museum |
Adults £2.50 (Concessions £2:00) Children FREE. One Adult admission admits up to four children. Come and have a great time doing Easter crafts, playing games and getting involved in our competitions. Drop in anytime during the day.
Musical Cream Tea at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Apr 14th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Enjoy the traditional Cream Tea at the Forest Centre with the sounds of live classical music to enhance the enjoyment of scones with cream and jam, cakes and a pot of tea.
So which would you prefer- tea, cakes or scones? Is there a better way to spend an afternoon?
Why not treat someone to our Cream Tea. Gift vouchers are available from the Forest Centre.
To Book:
- At reception at the Forest Centre
- Phone: 01708 642970
- Email: enquiries@thameschase.org.uk
When | Third Friday of each month |
Time | 2:30-4:30pm |
Where | Education Room |
Cost | £9 per person (Booking essential) |
More information: http://www.thameschase.org.uk/news-events/upcoming-events/musical-cream-teas
Raising funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No.1115627)
Easter fun at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Apr 17th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
Come along and join the Easter fun. Egg decorating and Easter crafts. Easter Trail – Finds clues along our woodland trail and meet the Easter bunny. Join in the Easter egg rolling at 2pm. Free. Hard boiled eggs for £2 each. No booking required.
The Andrew Linham Duo at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Apr 23rd 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Music for an Afternoon
The Andrew Linham Duo with Rich Perks
We are pleased to invite you to hear one of our local, well known musicians serenading us with music from the golden age of swing and introducing some original jazz compositions.
Andrew is much sought after as a performer, composer and theatre music director this is an afternoon not to be missed.
Booking is essential
When | Sunday 23rd April |
Time | 2:30-4:30pm |
Where | Thames Chase |
Cost | Adults = £10 Under 16 = £5 |
To Book:
- At reception at the Forest Centre
- Phone: 01708 642970
- Email: enquiries@thameschase.org.uk
Raising Funds for Thames Chase (Charity No.1115627)
Open Day at Ilford Hospital Chapel
May 5th 2017 to May 13th 2017 | Ilford Hospital Chapel |
The next Chapel Open Day is on Saturday 13th May, from 10am to 2pm. There will be guided tours, refreshments, memorabilia and stalls. Do visit Ilford’s oldest building, founded as a hospice for 13 old and infirm men in AD1145 by Adelicia, Abbess of Barking. She is represented by the Victorian carving pictured below.
Unwinding with gentle yoga ‘Letting Go’ at Thames Chase Forest Centre
May 6th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
NWINDING WITH GENTLE YOGA, RELAXATION AND MEDITATION
How to practice ‘non attachment’ : ‘Letting Go’
Practices include: Breathing techniques for both relaxing and energising.
Meditation for relief from everyday pressures and worries.
To Book:
Please contact JILL LUFF BWY Dip (British Wheel of Yoga)
Contact No: 01708 641718 / 07930 825383 (mob) to reserve your place
Email: pirie.ianandjill@btopenworld.com
Exhibition: Bancroft’s Sixth Form art show at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
May 12th 2017 to May 26th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
Bancroft’s Sixth Form art show. Free. No booking required.
Guided Walk – Stubbers at Thames Chase Forest Centre
May 26th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Circular walk to Stubbers from the Thames Chase Visitor Centre via Cranham Marsh is around 5 miles and will take around 2.5 – 3 hours. 10am Friday 26th May 2017
Stubbers is an historic site in North Ockendon that was the home of William Coys, the botanist, and the Russell family. Once a stately home with extensive park land and gardens, the site is now used as an outdoor pursuits centre. Once considered the for – runner to Kew Gardens, there are a few remnants of the formal gardens in a walled garden and crinkle-crankle wall.
There is a large car park at Stubbers, toilets and the Cafe for refreshments. It can be muddy in places and waterproof shoes/boots are strongly recommended. Walkers unable to manage the full walk are welcome to join the walk at the Stubbers reception area.
Come and join us for some fresh air and light exercise and enjoy what the Community Forest has to offer at this time of year.
Discovering the Thames Chase Community Forest
When | Fri 26th May 2017 |
Time | 10am |
Where | Stubbers |
Cost | £3.00 |
Donation of £3.00 per person on the day.
Raising Funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No.1115627)
Contact Information:
- Tel: 01708 642970
- Email: enquiries @thameschase.org.uk
London Tree Week Photographic Exhibition at Thames Chase Forest Centre
May 27th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
London Tree Week Photographic Exhibition
During London Tree Week (27th May – 4th June) an exhibition of photos submitted by the public of their favourite trees in the community forest will be on display in the Thames Chase Forest Centre.
The visitors to the Forest Centre can then vote for their favourite photo.
There will be 2 winning photos, under 18 years and over 18 years.
To find out more about how to submit a photo for the exhibition please click here.
The deadline is the 26th May.
Raising funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No.1115627)
May Half Term Children’s Activite at Thames Chase Forest Centre
May 30th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Enjoy being outdoors this May and explore the Community Forest at this beautiful time of year.
Family activities
Drop in for as long as you like and take part in our planned activities or explore the natural play trail, our tree trails or woodland trails!
Tuesday and Wednesday. 10:30am-12:30pm
Join us with art/craft and planting activities!
- Make and decorate a paper creature
- Plant something that will grow into something to eat
- Scavenger Hunt
- Measure yourself and trees
Thursday. Meet in the barn at Thames Chase at 10:30am
Explore Broadfields site for a yoga activity suitable for all the family (late arrivals can still join in)
Wear ‘sensible’ shoes/boots and weather appropriate clothing
When | 30th, 31st May and 1st June |
Time | 10:30am-12:30pm |
Where | Thames Chase |
Cost | £3 donation requested |
Raising Funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No.1115627)
http://www.thameschase.org.uk/news-events/upcoming-events/may-half-term-childrens-activites
Robot Fun at Havering Museum
Jun 1st 2017 | Havering Museum |
Fun craft activities and competitions in the galleries inspired all things robotic!
Thursday 1st June, 11:00am to 3:00pm Adults £2.50 (Concessions £2:00) Children FREE. One Adult admission admits up to four children.
The Hummingbirds – An evening of Jazz and Swing at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Jun 9th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
The Hummingbirds invite you to join them for An Evening of Jazz and Swing
Friday 9th June 7:30 – 10:00pm
Cathy Edkins, Jenny Ewington and Jill Luff
Accompanied by a jazz ensemble The Hummingbirds will entertain you with the songs from great songwriters from the 1930s and 1940s era.
Take the opportunity to get up and dance and why not dress up in 1930/40 style!
Renowned for their intricate close harmony vocal arrangements, the Hummingbirds evoke the style of the Andrews Sisters with their own original twist.
Tickets cost: £12 (adults)
(Bring your own supper)
Please feel free to bring your own drinks.
http://www.thameschase.org.uk/news-events/upcoming-events/the-hummingbirds
Thames Chase 10k at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Jun 11th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Thames Chase Community Forest’s annual 10K and family fun run.
Multi-lap and very gently undulating 10K route through picturesque park and woodland. Off road and completely traffic free on network of flat surfaced paths, with a small section of grass/meadow.
Date: 11th June 2017
Time: 10:00am
Location: The Forest Centre, Pike Lane, Upminster, RM14 3NS
Enter online: https://endurancecui.active.com/event-reg/select-race?e=41895154
Thames Chase 10k Website: http://www.thameschase.org.uk/news-events/upcoming-events/thames-chase-community-forests-annual-10k-and-family-fun-run-1
Family Fun Run at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Jun 11th 2017 to Jun 9th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Family Fun Run
The 10K will be followed by our family fun run at 11.30am
Entry Fees –
- £3 per person (children under 11 must be accompanied)
- £10 per family. Please email enquiries@thameschase.org.uk to register, or drop into the Forest Centre
Facilities – Toilets, Onsite parking, Refreshments
Race Memento – Medal for all participants
Parking at Thames Chase Forest Centre is £2 for all day.
Thank you to our Main Sponsor: Radfield Home Care
http://www.thameschase.org.uk/news-events/upcoming-events/thames-chase-community-forests-annual-10k-and-family-fun-run-1
Musical Cream Tea at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Jun 16th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Enjoy the traditional Cream Tea at the Forest Centre with the sounds of live classical music to enhance the enjoyment of scones with cream and jam, cakes and a pot of tea.
So which would you prefer- tea, cakes or scones? Is there a better way to spend an afternoon?
Why not treat someone to our Cream Tea. Gift vouchers are available from the Forest Centre.
To Book:
- At reception at the Forest Centre
- Phone: 01708 642970
- Email: enquiries@thameschase.org.uk
http://www.thameschase.org.uk/news-events/upcoming-events/musical-cream-teas
Sunday Market at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Jun 18th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Our Sunday Markets offer the best in local produce brought to you by local people.
Sunday Markets at the Forest Centre are held on the third Sunday each month and focus on local produce and local crafts. (All crafts are handmade)
We aim to help the local economy by offering the freshest local produce at affordable prices. Held in the Barn, our markets stage a fine selection of local produce, with crafts stalls on view, giving you the opportunity to buy exquisite pieces of art and craft and help local craftsmen. This event is not to be missed.
When | Third Sunday of each month |
Time | 10am-3pm |
Where | Barn & Education Room |
Cost | Free |
Please Contact us for more information
Raising Funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No. 1115627)
Thames Chase Guided Walk – Parklands and Bonnetts Wood at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Jun 23rd 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Meet at the car park off Park Farm Road, where we will be joined by a representative of Friends of Parklands at 10am They will describe some of the history and the unusual trees in Parkands, during the walk we will see the recently renovated bridge
Then we will cross the road into Bonnetts Wood which is a mixture of meadow and newly planted native English trees. We will also see and hear about an exciting development which will link Bonnets Wood to Berwick Glades.
At Bonnets wood we will have the opportunity to see the restored Water Vole sanctuary which the Conservation Volunteers worked on earlier this year.
When | Fri 23rd June 2017 |
Time | 10am |
Where | Parklands and Bonnetts Wood |
Cost | £3.00 |
Donation of £3.00 per person on the day.
Raising Funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No.1115627)
Ladies Free Taster Rides at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Jun 29th 2017 to Jul 20th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Ladies Free Taster Rides at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Thursday 29th June, 6th & 20th July, 1.30pm start (One hour session)
For those ladies who have not cycled for a while or would like to try cycling for the first time.
Also for those taking part there will an opportunity to follow up with a delicious cream tea/tea and cake in our café for the special price of £3.50
(Cream tea – booking is essential, a week in advance, pay on the day)
Why not treat yourself? You will have earned it!
The Visitor Centre Café is open until 5pm if you wish to have something else on the day.
Contact Mary Wright:
- Phone: 01708 642970
- Email: enquiries@thameschase.org.uk
When | Thursday 29th June, 6th & 20th July |
Time | 1:30pm – 2:30pm |
Where | Thames Chase |
Cost | Free (Cream Tea – £3.50, Parking – £2) |
Raising Funds for the Community Forest (Charity No. 1115627)
http://www.thameschase.org.uk/news-events/upcoming-events/ladies-free-taster-rides
Exhibition: Annual Summer Show at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Jul 8th 2017 to Sep 14th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
The Annual Summer Show celebrates its 5th year with a collection of work from local artists reflecting the many delights of Epping Forest.
Exhibition: Forest Charter 800 for all at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Jul 8th 2017 to Oct 8th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
The Forest Charter was signed by the 9 year old Henry III in 1217. Newly commissioned illustrations, activity sheets and a window into what people wanted to do in forests 800 years ago.
Musical Cream Tea at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Jul 14th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Enjoy the traditional Cream Tea at the Forest Centre with the sounds of live classical music to enhance the enjoyment of scones with cream and jam, cakes and a pot of tea.
So which would you prefer- tea, cakes or scones? Is there a better way to spend an afternoon?
Why not treat someone to our Cream Tea. Gift vouchers are available from the Forest Centre.
To Book:
- At reception at the Forest Centre
- Phone: 01708 642970
- Email: enquiries@thameschase.org.uk
Special Cream Teas are:
- 15th September – Harvest
- 13th October – Apple Cream Tea
- 15th December – Christmas
When | Third Friday of each month |
Time | 2:30-4:30pm |
Where | Education Room |
Cost | £9 per person (Booking essential) |
Raising funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No.1115627)
Jazz in the Barn at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Jul 14th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Jazz in the barn
Fri 14th July and Fri 18th August, 8-11pm
Dave Browning’s Jazz Band
Our annual visits from Dave and his musicians – not to be missed!
Tickets £12.00 per concert
(Booking essential)
Bring your own ‘drinks and nibbles’
When | Fri 14th July + Fri 18th Aug |
Time | 8-11pm |
Where | Thames Chase Barn |
Cost | £12.00 per person |
- Tickets from the Visitor Centre
- Email: enquiries@thameschase.org.uk
- Phone: 01708642970
Raising funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No. 1115627)
Sunday Market at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Jul 16th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Our Sunday Markets offer the best in local produce brought to you by local people.
Sunday Markets at the Forest Centre are held on the third Sunday each month and focus on local produce and local crafts. (All crafts are handmade)
We aim to help the local economy by offering the freshest local produce at affordable prices. Held in the Barn, our markets stage a fine selection of local produce, with crafts stalls on view, giving you the opportunity to buy exquisite pieces of art and craft and help local craftsmen. This event is not to be missed.
When | Third Sunday of each month |
Time | 10am-3pm |
Where | Barn & Education Room |
Cost | Free |
Please Contact us for more information
Raising Funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No. 1115627)
Children’s Summer Holiday Programme at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Jul 25th 2017 to Aug 24th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week from 25th July to 24th August between 10:30am and 12:30pm
A variety of activities will be available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to drop in on, on Thursdays there will be special activities.
A different theme is followed each week as follows:
Week 1 (25th -27th July) Drama week including mask making, plant identification, planting plants to attract insects and acting activities based on Mid Summer Nights Dream
Week 2 (1st-3rd August) In the Air including kite making, throwing competition, planting miniature gardens, walking exercises and making a map.
Week 3 (8th-10th August) Underground including making creatures that live underground, finding bugs that live under leaves/stones etc., seeing what happens to plants underground, bug hunt and looking for animal tracks
Week 4 (15th-17thAugust) Water including painting, exploring the ponds and pond life at Broadfields, making a model of a pond, planting radishes and making rain dance music
Week 5 (22nd- 24th August) In the tree tops including painting or making a collage of trees, writing poems about trees, planting cress, pounding leaves or making faces with natural materials and natural sculptures.
All the activities are produced by our volunteers and we ask for a donation of around £3 for each child each day to help with resources and expenses
Children must be accompanied by an adult for all activities
Guided Walk – Davy Down and Mardyke Woods at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Jul 28th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Guided Walk
Join us for our guided walk around Davy Down and Mardyke Woods
The walk is around 4 miles and should take 2 – 2.5 hours, including a look around the Stifford water pumping station.
During the walk we will see some interesting metal sculptures and hear about some of the extensive work carried out by the Thames Chase Conservation Volunteers.
Meet at Davy Down car park off Pilgrims Lane for 10:00am start.
Come and join us for some fresh air and light exercise and enjoy what the Community Forest has to offer at this time of year.
Discovering the Thames Chase Community Forest
When | Fri 28th July 2017 |
Time | 10am |
Where | Davy Down & Mardyke Woods |
Cost | £3.00 |
Donation of £3.00 per person on the day.
Raising Funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No.1115627)
The People’s Forest: Explore the Sounds of the Forest Walk at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Jul 30th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
Experience and explore the Forest through sound with artist Gayle Chong Kwan and a sound recordist.
The People’s Forest: Grimston’s Oak’s Glorious Picnic at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Aug 13th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
A communal picnic under the landmark tree Grimston’s Oak with music and creative activities about the spaces that people and trees need to thrive.
Family Band Concert at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Aug 13th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Family Band Concert
Featuring musicians from Eastbury Concert Band and Barking Concert Band
Enjoy a lazy summer afternoon listening to the popular sounds of band music within the surroundings of the Thames Chase Forest Centre.
The band will be playing in the barn while our audience enjoy sitting within the grassy quadrangle outside. Please bring your own garden chairs.
£5 (£15 per family of 4 – 2 adults & 2 children) Cost including a Pimms or Fruit Juice cocktail
During the interval tea/coffee and cakes will be available at a cost of £3.50. Ice Creams will also be sold.
Raffle on the day
Booking in advance is preferred but tickets can be bought on the day!
To Book:
- At Forest Centre
- Email: enquiries@thameschase.org.uk
- Phone: 01708 296470
When | Sunday 13th August |
Time | 3-5pm |
Where | Barn & Quadrangle |
Cost | £5 (£15 per family of 4 – 2 adults & 2 children) |
Raising funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No. 1115627)
Art and Sculpture Exhibition – Local Inspiration at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Aug 23rd 2017 to Aug 28th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Local Inspiration
An exhibition of Art and Sculpture
Admire local artist’s work in Thames Chase Trust’s Art and Sculpture Exhibition and sale this summer.
The Exhibition is at the heart of the 40 square miles of the Community Forest in a group of historic farm buildings, surrounded by a landscape of woods, meadows and ponds.
On Sat 26th, Sun 27th and Mon 28th August see the artist’s and other craftsmen demonstrate their work in our 17th Century Barn.
All pieces of artwork and sculpture will be for sale.
When | 23rd-28th August |
Time | 10am-4pm |
Where | Ford Education Room |
Cost | Free (£2 parking)
Artwork is for sale. |
Open Days at Ilford Hospital Chapel
Aug 25th 2017 to Sep 17th 2017 | Ilford Hospital Chapel |
Ilford Hospital Chapel Beneath your feet as you walk down the Chapel aisle is a vault containing about 70 lead-lined coffins. The names of those interred are on display in the chapel; they worshipped in the Chapel in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Some have wall plaques in their memory, including a ‘respectable’ resident of Ilford. The vault is only accessible with engineering equipment. The pictures were taken about 1956-7. Do come and take a look at the Chapel on our regular Open Day, Saturday 9th September 10am to 2.30pm, or on the Open House weekend, Saturday 16th September 10am to 4pm and Sunday 17th September 1pm to 4.30pm.
Guitar Workshop at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Sep 24th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Thames Chase Players present:
A Workshop for all guitar enthusiasts
For mixed abilities
Tutor: Dominic Ashworth
If you enjoy playing or are just learning how to play this versatile instrument , this workshop will offer an opportunity to improve your technique. Bring your guitar, some music and any questions you have for our Dominic Ashworth, renowned classical and jazz guitarist.
French-Canadian Dominic Ashworth studied guitar in Toronto and Spain before moving to England fulltime. He joined Digby Fairweather’s Half Dozen in 1998. He works with many jazz musicians including Julian Marc Stringle, has his own acoustic trio and teaches at Trinity College of Music.
This workshop day is suitable for players who have mastered the basics, want to improve and find out how to take their practice forward.
Special feature – we will have equipment available for you to record your playing. (included in the cost)
Refreshments are available from the café or bring your own packed lunch. Tea & Cofee will be available during the workshop free of charge.
When | Sun 24th Sep 2017 |
Time | 11am-4pm |
Where | Thames Chase |
Cost | £18 per participant
£10 for under 16s and music students £6 for Audience Members |
Raising Funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No.1115627)
Thames Chase Guided Walks – Pages & Harold Court Woods at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Sep 29th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Harold Court Wood and Pages Wood
Circular walk exploring two woodlands regenerated in partnership with the Forestry Commission.
Come and join us for some fresh air and light exercise and enjoy what the Community Forest has to offer at this time of year.
The walk is around 5 miles, including a detour to view the commemorative stone to honour the victory of the local campaigners over Essex County Council who wanted to fence Tylers Common. The walk is on good surfaced footpaths and will take approximately 2 hours finishing near the Wyevale Garden Centre for refreshments.
Meet in Tylers Common car park in Nags Head Lane at 10am.
Discovering the Thames Chase Community Forest
When | Fri 29th Sep |
Time | 10am |
Where | Meet in Tylers Common car park |
Cost | £3.00 |
Donation of £3.00 per person on the day.
Raising Funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No.1115627)
Exhibition: The garden and beyond at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Oct 1st 2017 to Oct 29th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
Exhibition of paintings by Barbara Sampson at The View, 6 Rangers Road, Chingford, E4 7QH (next door to Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge)
Apple Weekend at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Oct 21st 2017 to Oct 22nd 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Apple Weekend at Thames Chase Forest Centre
National Celebration of regional diversity
- English apples
- Apple juices
- Local honey – Sunday
- Local preserves
- Local & country crafts
- Willow Weaving
- Coppiced Wood – Saturday
- Woodcraft
- Wildlife skeleton display – Sunday
- Liberty Morris – Sunday
- Children’s activities & treasure hunt
When | Sat 21st & Sun 22nd Oct |
Time | 10am-4pm each day |
Where | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Cost | Free (Parking £2.00) |
Supporting the work of the Community Forest. Charity No. 1115627
Children’s October Half Term Activities at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Oct 24th 2017 to Oct 26th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Children’s Half Term Activities 10:30am-12:30pm.
Collect seeds and leaves
Leaf identification
Leaf rubbings
Seed Planting
Activities for all the family to enjoy.
When | Tues 24th, Weds, 25th & Thurs 26th October |
Time | 10:30am-12:30pm |
Where | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Cost | £3 donation per child |
Raising Funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No.1115627)
http://www.thameschase.org.uk/news-events/upcoming-events/childrens-half-term-activities-oct-2017
Guided Walk – Dagnam Park at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Oct 27th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Join us for our guided walk to Dagnam Park (The Manor) from 10am.
To discover the human and natural history of Dagnam Park (The Manor), Harold Hill. For anyone interested in learning more about the environment of the area, especially the former Dagnam and Gooshays Estates as well as local wildlife.
Starting and finishing at the car park in Central Park, Petersfield Avenue, Harold Hill, the walk goes northerly through the park, then Hatters Wood and Dagnam Park, returning south via a different route through Hatters Wood and Central. Distance approximately 3km.
Much of the woodland route may be muddy after rainfall and suitable footwear is recommended.
Come and join us for some fresh air and light exercise and enjoy what the Community Forest has to offer at this time of year.
When | Fri 27th Oct |
Time | 10am |
Where | Dagnam Park |
Cost | £3.00 |
Raising Funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No.1115627)
Pumpkin carving at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Oct 27th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
Pumpkin carving at The View, 6 Rangers Road, Chingford, E4 7QH (next door to Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge)
Spooky Crafts and Trail at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Oct 28th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Can you solve the clues?
Follow a Trail in amongst the trees
Come and make some spooky creatures
Make masks and enjoy the story of
Winnie and Wilbur: The Amazing Pumpkin
For children under 6
When | 28th October |
Time | 1:30-3:30pm |
Where | Thames Chase |
Cost | £3 donation |
Contact Thames Chase:
Phone: 01708 642970
Email: enquiries@thameschase.org.uk
Raising funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No. 1115627)
Spooky Walks at Thames Chase Forest Centre
Oct 28th 2017 | Thames Chase Forest Centre |
Are you brave enough to step into the night and take a spine tingling spooky walk through the forest? Enjoy the thrills as you walk amongst the trees.
Victorian theme.
Walks every 10 minutes
Between 5.10 and 8.10pm
For families with children over 6yrs
Please dress appropriately for an evening in October. Bring waterproofs and wellies for wet weather. Bring a torch.
Admission by ticket only.
Tickets must be purchased from the Thames Chase Visitor Centre before the night:
- Tel: 01708 642970
- Email: enquiries@thameschase.org.uk
When | Saturday 28th Oct |
Time | Between 5:10 and 8:10pm |
Where | Thames Chase and Broadfields |
Cost | Individual: £6.00Family: £20.00 (2 adults, 2 children or 1 adult, 3 children) |
Raising funds for Thames Chase Trust (Charity No. 1115627)
Exhibition: Our Forest, nature and the City of London at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Nov 4th 2017 to Dec 3rd 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
A collection of water colour and acrylic paintings inspired by the Forest, the City of London and nature by Peter Edmonds and Sylvia Cottrell at The View, 6 Rangers Road, Chingford, E4 7QH (next to Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge)
Black Tudors: The untold story at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Nov 12th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
Historian Dr Miranda Kaufmann tells the intriguing tales of three Africans – a diver employed by Henry VIII to recover guns from the wreck of the Mary Rose, a Moroccan woman baptised in Elizabethan London and a porter who whipped a fellow servant at their master’s Gloucestershire manor house. Tudor activities and dressing up throughout the afternoon for all ages. Free. No booking required.
Art Exhibition: Winter printer and painter at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Dec 9th 2017 to Jan 28th 2018 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
A collection of work from local artists reflecting the mood of the season.
Frost Fair at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Dec 16th 2017 to Dec 17th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
Join in the festive fun and take in the seasonal, woodland atmosphere.
Christmas Grotto at Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge
Dec 16th 2017 to Dec 17th 2017 | Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge |
Come and meet Father Christmas and experience a magical day with lots to do. Enjoy the Christmas spirit with a glass of mulled wine, cider or our signature hot chocolate while singing along to Christmas songs in the “snow”. Pop inside for some seasonal activities or source a last minute gift from the traditional Christmas stalls and gift shop. £14.95 per child (includes gift). Booking required – tickets go on sale viaEventbrite on Saturday 14 October.