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Save Our Shops (S.O.S.) Campaign - Redbridge Lead the Way
Upminster and Cranham Resident’s Association councillors, together with their RA colleagues across most of Havering, have joined together to once again call on Havering's current Conservative Administration to bring back the free 30-minute parking in Hornchurch and Upminster and review their whole parking charges strategy. This comes as it has been announced that Redbridge...
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Havering Literary Festival running from 04-22 November
Havering Literary Festival will be running again this year from 04-22 November. There will be children’s authors and illustrators, workshops, panels and more.
Many familiar names will be appearing, including the following -
Martina Cole (best-selling crime author), Dorothy Koomson (award-winning novelist), Dan Cruickshank (art historian), Alice Roberts (BBC Anthropologist), Adele Parks (Author) and Simon Clader...
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New Trees in Front Lane
A few months ago a local resident contacted us to suggest that extra trees be planted on the grass along Front Lane, Cranham, in the area near to Griffin Avenue and the flats in Gadsden Close, to brighten up the area further and help absorb carbon dioxide. This seemed like a very good idea...
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Ongoing & New Planned Roadworks
For the latest updates on new and planned roadworks in the Upminster and Cranham area visit – www.havering.roadworks.org .
NOTE: There will be roadworks controlled by multi-way lights covering Ockendon Road and Fen Lane from 16-24 September. The bus stop at the junction is also now temporarily suspended until 27 September.
These works are taking place due to...
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Repairs to Front Lane car park
Havering's Highways, Traffic and Parking department rectified some potholes in the Front Lane car park last year, but those that use this facility will be fully aware that the surface has deteriorated to an unacceptable level.
After raising concerns about the current condition, we can now confirm that officers have undertaken an inspection of the...
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Petition for Zebra Crossing in Front Lane
The Upminster and Cranham Residents' Association (RA) are supporting a local resident's online petition for a new zebra crossing to be installed in Front Lane, Cranham near to the junction with Isis Drive. Darren Taylor started the petition after RA councillor Gillian Ford had her request to Havering Council rejected due to lack of...
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Mini Golf Challenge
On a lovely sunny August afternoon, 14 novices and 2 pros enjoyed the comradery of a friendly mini golf challenge at Hall Lane. A fun time was had by one and all and many surprised themselves with their hitherto unknown golfing skills and abilities!
It will be a tragedy if this beautiful and tranquil site, integral...
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Old Cooperians R.F.C. Quiz Night - 21st September
Old Cooperians R.F.C. are holding their inaugural Youth Section Family Quiz and Fun Night on Saturday 21st September in the school theatre hall of Coopers Co. and Coburn School, St. Mary's Lane, Upminster.
This is an evening for both young and old - questions will be a mixture for all generations. There will be some...
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Ongoing & New Planned Roadworks
For the latest updates on new and planned roadworks in the Upminster and Cranham area visit - www.havering.roadworks.org .
NOTE: The bus stop at the junction of Ockendon Road and Fen Lane will be temporarily suspended from 9 to 27 September, while new gas pipes are being laid in the area.
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The Bulletin - September edition now online
Slightly later than normal, the September edition of The Bulletin is now available via this link.
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Potential planning application - Land south of Kerry Drive, Cranham
Cranham councillors have been made aware of a potential future planning application to build homes on Green Belt land south of Kerry Drive, Cranham, to the east of Heron Way. This land is next to the Cranham Brickfields community nature reserve.
At this stage we have only basic details but nearby residents are being sent...
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Adventure Island Tickets in aid of Engayne Primary Friends Association
The Engayne Primary Friends Association (EPFA), have half price Adventure Island and less than half price Sealife tickets available all year round and valid to 31 December. This is to raise funds for Engayne Primary School PTA.
For tickets please contact Annie on 07517 856 571, Penny Edgar on 07703 676 989 or MAA Eyecare...
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Hall Lane Mini Golf update
Following the closing date of the two public consultations into the proposed Appropriation and Disposal of the Hall Lane Mini Golf Courses, the Residents' Association's Cranham Councillors are continuing to work with residents and other interested parties to oppose both of these proposals and the current outline planning application to build 48 houses and...
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Chapman's Farm planning application - Still no news
The decision on the planning application (P1673.18) to build 9 houses on the Green Belt site at Chapman’s Farm (stable yard), Hall Lane, has still not been decided.
The latest decision due date shown on the Council's website is still 07 June. We have chased this up with the Planning Officer concerned and been told that...
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Judy D'cruz Fund Barn Dance - Cranham Community Centre 12 October
The Brain Tumour Charity - The Judy D’cruz Fund, are holding a fund raising barn dance on Saturday 12th October from 7.30pm – 11pm at the Cranham Community Centre, Marlborough Gardens, Cranham. For further details see this link.
Waitrose will be providing some snacks & refreshments but please bring your own drink and snacks and dress...
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Old Cooperians R.F.C. - New members wanted U5-U7 and Senior Team
Old Cooperians R.F.C. Mini and Youth Section officially start back at The Pavilion, Coopers Co. and Coburn School, Upminster, on Sunday 8th September, 10.15am for a 10.30am start (and every Sunday thereafter).
They are very keen to continue growing the club and save children from a life of Xbox and misery(!) and are especially looking...
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Havering in Bloom Competition
If you think you have the tallest sunflower or maybe the best front garden in the borough, you could be a winner in this year’s Havering in Bloom competition.
Mark Jones, Havering Council's Operations Manager in Grounds Maintenance, has helped organise and judge the annual competition for the last 15 years. He said: “The competition...
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Save Our Shops (S.O.S.) Campaign - Latest News
Last Thursday (29th August), Cllr Damian White (Leader of Havering Council) held a 'Meet The Leader' session at Upminster Library.
Your Upminster and Cranham Residents' Association councillors attended, as did 100+ local residents and business people, who made their feelings clearly known to Cllr White, that the abolition of the free 30-minute car parking in...
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Adventure Island Tickets - Error in Bulletin article
Regarding the article on page 13 of this month's Bulletin (September) for Adventure Island Tickets in aid of Engayne Primary School, there was an error in the printing of one of the contact telephone numbers.
The correct number for Annie is 07517 856 571.
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Ongoing & New Planned Roadworks
For the latest updates on new and planned roadworks in the Upminster and Cranham area visit - www.havering.roadworks.org .
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Havering Half Marathon - Volunteers needed
Havering Mind are looking for volunteers to help out as marshals at the Havering Half Marathon event on Sunday 6 October between 8am and 1pm. The half marathon takes place on a route running through Elm Park, South Hornchurch and the southern end of Upminster. For further details see their website.
If you can help...
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REJUVENATE KITS - Beth's Story
Beth, born and raised in Upminster, was 17 years old when she was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma - a type of blood Cancer.
She describes how friends and family flocked to her, trying to help her by gifting flowers and endless trays of chocolate. However, she found that the side effects of her chemotherapy were...
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Rotery Club of Hornchurch & Upminster Sponsored Walk 08 September
The Rotary Club Of Hornchurch and Upminster will be holding their Annual Sponsored Walk on Sunday 08 September 2019, starting at 9am, to raise funds for Saint Francis Hospice and First Step.
The start and finish is at Hornchurch Country Park, adjacent to the Visitors Centre, Squadron Approach, Sutton Lane, Hornchurch. Parking is available. The six mile walk...
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Meet the Council Leader at Upminster Library - 29 August
The Leader of Havering Council, Cllr Damian White, is holding a ‘Leader’s Surgery’ in Upminster Library from 5.30-7pm on Thursday 29th August. No appointment is necessary.
This will be an ideal opportunity for both residents and business people to speak to Cllr White and let him know your opinions on his Administration’s recent actions and...
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Ongoing & New Planned Roadworks
Please note: From Bank Holiday Monday 26th until Friday 30th August, Gallows Corner Flyover will be closed between 09.30am and 8pm each day for essential restructuring and maintenance works. Signed diversions will be in place.
For the latest updates on new and planned roadworks in the Upminster and Cranham area visit - www.havering.roadworks.org .
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Havering Council Libraries/Children's Centre Consultations - New dates
Havering Council have announced a new set of dates for their consultations on the future of Library services and Children's Centres in the borough. Our local date is Tuesday 17th September from 6.30-8pm in Upminster Library.
A full list of dates and venues and details of the consultation can be found via this link.
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Grant Opportunities
Havering Council recently published a list of grant application opportunities for individuals and groups to apply for. Below are details of some that may be of interest to people in our area -
Grants for Families Facing Financial Hardship Whilst Caring for a Child with a Serious Illness (UK)
Marvellous Family Grants are awarded to families...
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Cranham and Upminster Safe Place initiative update
At the start of the month we highlighted the new Cranham and Upminster Safe Place initiative (C.U.S.P.) Please see link to the original article.
The current venues offering a Safe Place via this initiative are listed below –
Maa Eyecare Royal British Legion Accord Estate Agents With Love Essex Martial Arts Cranham Social Hall Summit Financial...
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Health and Wellbeing Strategy Consultation
Havering Council is inviting everyone with an interest in the health of people who live, work and study in Havering to comment on a new local health and well-being strategy. Once agreed, the strategy will set local priorities for the next four years.
The draft strategy has been developed by the Havering Health and Wellbeing...
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David Pickthall Big Band concert at St. Laurence Church - 07 September
The David Pickthall Big Band will be holding a concert at St Laurence Church, Corbets Tey Road, Upminster on Saturday 07 September, starting at 7pm. There will be two sets of 45 minutes of popular music.
Tickets are £12 adults, £6 under 16 / Student, Under 5’s free. Refreshments are included in the ticket price.
For...
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