4+ day, 4+ hour ago   (349+ words) A family-run café in Upminster has reopened after a major refurbishment which has left regulars "shocked". Sweet Rose Cakery, in St Mary's Lane, welcomed customers back on Monday (September 7) after a week-long closure for renovation works. Owners Julie and Wayne…...

5+ day, 11+ hour ago   (291+ words) An ancient tradition is set to take centre stage at a Hornchurch church. St Andrew’s Church is inviting visitors to discover the unique art of change ringing on Sunday, September 20, from 11.30am to 2pm. The event, as part of National Heritage Weekend,…...

1+ week, 1+ hour ago   (409+ words) Romford Walking FC recently came together to honour the memory of former member John Marriott by holding a special charity tournament in his name. John was a much-loved and valued member of the club, and nearly 50 players gathered on a…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (200+ words) An 11-year-old Romford girl has become the youngest known person in the world to achieve a Grade 7 acting award from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA), according to her drama school. Brittni Penelope D’Souza completed the Level…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (386+ words) This September Brent will host four days of free family friendly cycle activities as part of the London Cycling Festival. From Friday, September 18, until Tuesday, September 22, there will be rides, activities, training, and repairs across the borough including in Cricklewood,…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (471+ words) A colourful celebration of heritage and community brightened up Romford Market. Suburban Legends, a community project based in Romford, transformed historical tales into live performances as part of Havering London’s Market Town programme on August 28 and 29. More than 100 residents, including…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (452+ words) Find, save and share Public Notices that affect you in the Romford area. Homeowners and businesses across Havering faced enforcement action last month for unauthorised air-con units, seating areas and conservatories. This is only two less than the largest monthly…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago   (239+ words) A mum has organised a charity fundraiser in memory of her 17-year-old son. Paula Rowley, from Romford, has arranged the event at the Aspen Tree pub in tribute to Reece Mozirer, who died in November last year. The event on…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (300+ words) Families enjoyed a month of free summer fun thanks to a shopping centre’s packed programme of activities. The Baytree Shopping Centre in Brentwood delivered four weeks of community events and crafts during the summer holidays as part of its Great…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago   (496+ words) Londoners can step inside a centuries-old Romford pub and join free folk music and sea shanty sessions. The Golden Lion, in High Street, has become a regular meeting place for musicians and singers keeping traditional folk music alive. The pub…...