Cappella Singers of Upminster concert The Cappella Singers of Upminster present: Sublime Songs for Spring at Trinity United Reformed Church, Upminster, RM14  2UD at 7.30pm on Thursday 27 March 2025. Entry is free, donations welcomed. Read More Road closures Monday 24 March 2025 Havering Council have advised that there will be two road closures in our area on Monday 24 March 2025. 8am to 5pm - Pea Lane, Upminster 9pm Monday to 5am Tuesday - St. Mary's Lane, Upminster (from junction with Front Lane to junction with The Chase) For the latest updates on new and planned roadworks... Read More Our taxes - where does it all go? A website has produced a breakdown, using Government figures, to show what our taxes are spent on - wheredoesitallgo.org/ . We thought that it would be of interest to some readers, although we must stress that we cannot confirm the validity (or otherwise) of what has been shown. Read More Cranham Ward councillors clear rubbish behind bottle banks Councillors John Tyler, Gillian Ford and a local resident undertook a litter pick earlier this week in the wooded area behind the bottle banks, next to the train depot car park in Front Lane, Cranham. They collected six bags of rubbish (with more rubbish being inaccessible in thick undergrowth), which included sodden boxes, glass and... Read More Planning applications in Havering (11 – 17 March 2025) Every week, Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 11 - 17 March 2025 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link. Read More Market and craft Fair at St. Laurence Church Hall On Saturday 22 March 2025 there will be a Market and Artisan Craft Fair at St Laurence Church Hall, Corbets Tey Road, Upminster from 10am to 4pm. With over 25 stalls both inside and out, they will once again be showcasing local crafts people, selling a wide variety of goods which are handmade and that... Read More New Windmill Hall Quiz Night There will be a Quiz Night starting at 7.30pm on Tuesday 25 March 2025 at the New Windmill Hall, St. Mary's Lane, Upminster. Doors open at 7pm, with the event finishing at 10pm. £5 per person. Booking only, in person or by e-mail to nwhsocials@outlook.com . For further details see attached poster. Read More Planning applications in Havering (04 - 10 March 2025) Every week, Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 04 - 10 March 2025 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link. Read More Diabetes UK Havering Group Meetings 2025 Diabets UK's Havering Group meet monthly at 8pm in the Large Hall at 24 North Street, Hornchurch RM11 1QX (corner of Westland Avenue). They welcome people with diabetes or anyone else interested in diabetes. Please see below for details of the meetings. For further information contact their Group Secretary on 01708 935 779. Read More Gallows Corner Flyover major works update With reference to our previous post concerning major works that will take place to the Gallows Corner Flyover in Romford, Transport for London (TfL) have now released updated information on the works, which will include complete replacement of the flyover. From 10 March - June 2025, there will be a series of lane closures on... Read More TfL ULEZ report Transport for London (TfL) have published a one year report on the London wide Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). To view the report visit content.tfl.gov.uk/london-wide-ulez-one-year-report.pdf . Read More Citizens Advice Havering debt workshop Citizens Advice Havering are running a Debt Workshop for anyone struggling with their finances, from 12.30-2pm on Monday 24 March at Romford Library, St. Edwards Way, Romford RM1 3AR. Read More Planning applications in Havering (25 February - 03 March 2025) Every week, Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 25 February - 03 March 2025 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link. Read More Upminster and Cranham Residents' Association Bulletin advertising admin help needed Every year, the Upminster and Cranham Residents' Association (UCRA) hope to finance publishing The Bulletin through advertising. This enables the Association to fund work in our community (e.g. assisting local groups, any legal costs on planning matters, Christmas lights etc.). With this in mind we are looking to expand the Advertising team to assist our... Read More Upminster and Cranham Residents' Association March 2025 Bulletin now online The online version of the March 2025 edition of the Bulletin is now available via the March 2025 Bulletin link. Read More Little Havens Children Hospice quiz night Little Havens Children Hospice are holding a Quiz Night at The Crumpled Horn in Corbets Tey Road,Upminster on Monday 10 March 2025, starting at 7.30pm. Tickets are £7 available from Carol Blunden on 01708 226 154 or email carolblunde45@gmail.com . Read More Havering Astronomical Society March 2025 dates As usual, Havering Astronomical Society will be holding two meeting in March 2025. Young Astronomers (aged 8-16) - Thursday 06 March from 7 to 8pm. This is a mix of space news, talks, activities and observing when possible. Please contact young.astronomers@havastro.co.uk for further details. Adult group - Wednesday 19 March, 7.15 for 7.30pm. Professor... Read More No District Line 01/02 March 2025 Transport for London (TfL) have advised that the District Line train service will not be operating between Upminster and Barking on Saturday 01 and Sunday 02 March 2025. For further details of TfL service changes see the TfL Status Updates webpage. Read More Lower Thames Crossing video update National Highways have released a community video newsletter explaining the latest news regarding the proposed Lower Thames Crossing. To view the video visit Lower Thames Crossing news - February 2025 . Read More Thames Tideway Tunnel 'Super Sewer' completed Thames Water have announced that London’s 25km Super Sewer, designed to protect the River Thames from storm sewage pollution, is now fully operational. This £4.5bn infrastructure project will reduce sewage discharges into the Thames and create lasting benefits for biodiversity, recreation, and public health. The Thames Tideway Tunnel is the third part of a major... Read More Planning applications in Havering (18 - 24 February 2025) Every week, Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 18 - 24 February 2025 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link. Read More EV Charging Points Consultation – Roseberry Gardens Havering Council is installing electric vehicle charging points in residential streets and Council operated car parks across the borough over the coming months. They would like to hear your views on proposals to introduce electric vehicle charging units and parking bays in Roseberry Gardens, Cranham (north of Lexington Way). A plan showing the proposed location... Read More EV Charging Points Consultation - Corbets Tey Road Havering Council is installing electric vehicle charging points in residential streets and Council operated car parks across the borough over the coming months. They would like to hear your views on proposals to introduce electric vehicle charging units and parking bays in Corbets Tey Road, Upminster (next to Upminster Park). A plan showing the proposed... Read More Upminster Windmill seeking volunteers Upminster Windmill, one of Havering’s most iconic historical landmarks, is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join its dedicated team. Whether you have a passion for history, enjoy engaging with the public, or simply want to contribute to your local community, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a truly unique and rewarding... Read More Havering Council Tax meeting 26 February 2025 Havering Council's annual Council Tax and Budget setting meeting will be held in Havering Town Hall at 7.30pm on Wednesday 26 February 2025. This is normally the most important meeting in the council's calendar, as it sets not only the Council Tax Band rates but the local authority's spending allocations for the forthcoming financial year. To... Read More Long-term works at Gallows Corner flyover Transport for London (TfL) have announced that they will be undertaking repair works to Gallows Corner flyover in Romford, from Monday 03 March 2025 until mid-June. The works will mean that one lane will be closed on all of the slip roads running down the side of the flyover. There are expected to be delays... Read More Planning applications refused in Cranham Havering Council have announced that two recent planning applications in Cranham have been refused. J0041.24 Avon House, 172 Avon Road, Cranham - Prior Approval of a proposed additional storey to existing block of residential flats for the creation of two x 1bed flats. To view details, including the reasons for refusal visit J0041.24 Avon House... Read More Planning applications in Havering (11 - 17 February 2025) Every week, Havering Council publishes a lists of planning applications received within the previous seven days. To view the most recent list see the 11 - 17 February 2025 Weekly Planning List link. To view lists of earlier applications, see the Eight Week Planning Applications link. Read More Havering and District National Trust Association Havering and District National Trust Association meet at Ardleigh House, Ardleigh Green Road, Hornchurch RM11 2LG on the 4th Saturday of each month at 2.30pm. The following is their programme for the next two months - They hope it will encourage you to come along. You do not have to be a member of the... Read More No Liberty Line 15/16 February 2025 Transport for London (TfL) have advised that, once again, the Upminster to Romford ‘push and pull’ Liberty Line train service will not be operating on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 February 2025. For further details of TfL service changes see the TfL Status Updates webpage. Read More

Upminster and Cranham Residents' Association Recent News

  • Cappella Singers of Upminster concert
    Cappella Singers of Upminster concert
    The Cappella Singers of Upminster present: Sublime Songs for Spring at Trinity United Reformed Church, Upminster, RM14  2UD at 7.30pm on Thursday 27 March 2025. Entry is free, donations welcomed....
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  • Road closures Monday 24 March 2025
    Road closures Monday 24 March 2025
    Havering Council have advised that there will be two road closures in our area on Monday 24 March 2025. 8am to 5pm – Pea Lane, Upminster 9pm Monday to 5am Tuesday – St. Mary’s Lane, Upminster (from junction with Front Lane to junction with The Chase) For...
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  • Our taxes - where does it all go?
    Our taxes – where does it all go?
    A website has produced a breakdown, using Government figures, to show what our taxes are spent on – wheredoesitallgo.org/ . We thought that it would be of interest to some readers, although we must stress that we cannot confirm the validity (or otherwise) of what has been...
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  • Cranham Ward councillors clear rubbish behind bottle banks
    Cranham Ward councillors clear rubbish behind bottle banks
    Councillors John Tyler, Gillian Ford and a local resident undertook a litter pick earlier this week in the wooded area behind the bottle banks, next to the train depot car park in Front Lane, Cranham. They collected six bags of rubbish (with more rubbish being inaccessible in...
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