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Welcome to your essential guide to what's on for children and families over the next few months in and around Romford. We also regularly post events, things to do and other news on Facebook and Twitter.
If you are running an event for families or children that you would like to list here please complete our online form to send us the details.
We do our best to ensure dates, timings and details about events on this page are accurate. However, to avoid unnecessary disappointment please do double check details before setting off!
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Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
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The Mercury Mall Shopping Centre , Mercury Gardens, Romford , RM1 3EE
Thu 21st November 2019
Time: 5-6.30pm
Three Kids Art session is on Every third Thursday of each month, after school. In tandem with Three Artists, this club is for young ones who want to get creative and learn more about fine art. Great for family creatives, kids can be working on masterpieces at the same time as their mums and dads! If its just the kids that want to get involved, parents are asked to stay with them while they create. Look forward to seeing youmore...
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Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Thurrock Garden Centre, South Road, Ockenden, RM15 6DU
Fri 22nd November 2019
Time: 11am - 11:45am
That Bubble Man is back by popular demand with his pre-school show. ..a 45 minute bubble & puppet show designed for 2-4year olds. Show includes bubbles, puppet fun, music, slapstick comedy, competitions & much more.
Under 2's can come if the adult is also bringing a child in the 2-4 year age range but must have a paid ticket.
Tickets are £6 per child & can be booked online- https://www.thurrockgardencentre.co.uk/events
Babies in arms do not require a ticket.
Maximum of 2 adults per family.
Limited availability.more...
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Channels Estate, Little Waltham, Chelmsford, CM3 3PT
Fri 22nd November 2019
Time: 12pm - 9pm
🎄Christmas Market Friday 22nd November 12-9pm with over 30 Christmas Market stalls, Santas Grotto (open 12-3pm £7. 50 includes a gift, first come first serve). 🎄Street Food, Cask Ales, Mulled Wine & Cider. Live Music 8-10pm. 🎄Tickets include 50% discount voucher for Brasserie T&Cs Apply. 🎄Entry into Raffle. 50p donation to Farleigh Hospice. 🎄Complimentary hot chocolate and mince pie on arrival. And all the Christmas joy of the Channels Estate!more...
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RHS Garden Ryde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Chelmsford, CM3 8ET
Fri 22nd November 2019 - Sun 24th November 2019
Time: from 10am
🎄Our Christmas Gift Fair is the perfect opportunity to buy unique gifts for family and friends from small independent traders. 🎄Why not make a day of it and treat yourself to lunch and a stroll around the Winter Garden to get you in the festive mood?more...
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Happyland Softplay, Mothercare, Romford, RM7 0AF
Sat 23rd November 2019
Time: 10am - 2pm
🎅Come along to this pottery workshop at Costa Romford Mothercare.
🎅Little ones will love to dress up in their favourite Christmas outfit or let's mock Christmas Eve in our festive PJS!!!
🎅Creative ones will love to paint their own Christmas Eve plate or Christmas decoration,
Or babies can create a beautiful bauble keepsake capturing their child's hand/footprint.
🎅PLUS grab a photo with Santa and give him your wish list!
🎅All hand glazed, kiln fired and delivered back to venue for collection within a few weeks.
Lots of gorgeous pieces available.
🎅All ages are welcome @ £20.00 per child ❄️
Includes paints, ceramic item, glazing firing. PLUS a COSTA Mini Choc!
🎅Pre bookings only on a first come first served basis ❄️ Click the link and inbox the organiser to book!more...
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Level 1, The Mercury Shopping Centre, Mercury Gardens, Romford, RM1, 3EE
Sat 23rd November 2019
Time: 10.00am - 4pm
A Christmas fair of over 20 local makers and creators, this Scandinavian themed fun day promises lots of family activity with workshops, face painting, and even a visit from Frozens' Elsa at 12pm! With a cosy feel of the north, the fair will tempt you with all that makes you feel warm in the winter - home baked cake, hot drinks, personalised Christmas gifts and candle scent.
In support of Saint Francis Hospice- Free to join!
Located on Level 1 10-4pm more...
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Belhus Woods Country Park, Romford Road, Aveley, RM15 4XJ
Sat 23rd November 2019
Time: 10am
Join us for two fantastic family friendly bushcraft sessions!
Part 1 Looks at the art of fire lighting - create your own fire from natural resources. This session is suitable for 12 years and over.
Part 2 Looks at den building - learn to build your own shelter in the woods. This session is suitable for 8 years and over.
Spaces are limited so book now!
Normal car parking charges apply. more...
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Calcott Hall Farm, Ongar Road, Brentwood, CM15 9HS
Sat 23rd November 2019 - Sun 24th November 2019
Time: 10am
Back for the 2nd year this beautiful gift fair gives you the opportunity to buy unique and handmade gifts for the whole family even your fur babies.
The event is on the site of Calcott Hall Farm giving you the chance to complete your Christmas food shopping and orders too.
Some of the exhibitors joining us include, fresh flowers and wreaths, cupcakes, art, decor and Christmas Items.
Seasonal food and drink will be on sale also.
***Free Entry - Free Parking - Indoor Event*** more...
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Colchester Zoo, Maldon Road, Stanway, CO3 0SL
Sat 23rd November 2019
📷Here at Colchester Zoo we are offering a very special photography workshop for our junior customers. Zoo Photography for Children is a 5-hours photography workshop (12:00pm until 5:00pm).
📷Professional wildlife photographer Barbara Meyer will help the children with setting up their cameras and teach them how to approach wildlife photography. There won't be any classroom tuition on this photography workshop, but the children will have access to one-to-one advice if needed.
📷This course will be open to children aged 8 to 15 years, and will have no more than 4 participants to ensure all children will be able to take full benefits out of this workshop (minimum number 3 participants).
📷A special aspect of the Zoo Photography for Children workshop is that the guardians (one parent or guardian per child) will be able to bring their camera and benefit from the photography advice/support, provided at the event as well. This offers the opportunity for the children and their guardians to enjoy the photography experience together.more...
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ENGAYNE Primary School, Severn drive, Upminster, Rm141sw
Sat 23rd November 2019
Time: 11-2pm
Come and have fun at The EPFA Christmas Fayre on Saturday 23rd November from 11. 00-14.00. There is something for all the family. Visit Santa in his grotto, arts and crafts, fun children's games, tombola, BBQ, Market Hall, Grand Prize Drawn and lots more. See you there. Engayne School, Severn Drive, RM14 1SW.more...
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Valence House Museum, Becontree Avenue, Dagenham, RM8 3HT
Sat 23rd November 2019
Time: 11.00-12.30 & 1.30-3.00
Discover the ancient art of block printing and make your own unique designs in this arty activity for children.
11am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-3pm
£2 per child. Suitable for ages 3-12 years.
Limited spaces available. Sign up opens 1 hour before each session start time. Families only. No clubs/organisations. more...
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RHS Garden Ryde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Chelmsford, CM3 8ET
Fri 22nd November 2019 - Sun 24th November 2019
Time: from 10am
🎄Our Christmas Gift Fair is the perfect opportunity to buy unique gifts for family and friends from small independent traders. 🎄Why not make a day of it and treat yourself to lunch and a stroll around the Winter Garden to get you in the festive mood?more...
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 23rd November 2019 - Sun 24th November 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Level 3, The Mercury Shopping Centre, Mercury Gardens, Romford, RM13EE
Sun 24th November 2019
Time: 11am - 3pm
Join local artists Gill and Nigel to create and take home a 'Frozen themed' Christmas Cracker to celebrate the opening of Frozen II. Only the best jokes will be to Olaf the snowman's standards!
Located outside Premiere Cinema on Level 3. 11am - 3pm
Free to join. more...
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Calcott Hall Farm, Ongar Road, Brentwood, CM15 9HS
Sat 23rd November 2019 - Sun 24th November 2019
Time: 10am
Back for the 2nd year this beautiful gift fair gives you the opportunity to buy unique and handmade gifts for the whole family even your fur babies.
The event is on the site of Calcott Hall Farm giving you the chance to complete your Christmas food shopping and orders too.
Some of the exhibitors joining us include, fresh flowers and wreaths, cupcakes, art, decor and Christmas Items.
Seasonal food and drink will be on sale also.
***Free Entry - Free Parking - Indoor Event*** more...
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Chicken & Frog Bookshop, 7 Security House, Ongar Road, Brentwood, CM15 9AT
Sun 24th November 2019
Relaxed grotto for children with sensory needs. Free but places must be booked. Call 01277 230068 or email [email protected] more...
Galleywood Heritage Centre, Off Margaretting Road, Galleywood, CM2 8TR
Sun 24th November 2019
Time: 11am to 3pm
🎄Over 30 stalls selling lovely crafts & Christmas gifts.
🎄We also have Santa's grotto, snowball game, rodeo reindeer and elf hunt in our large gardens.
🎄Refreshments will be available including mulled wine & homemade cakes, hot & cold drinks.
🎄The Centre is just off of the A12 Billericay/Galleywood junction CM2 8TR
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RHS Garden Ryde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Chelmsford, CM3 8ET
Fri 22nd November 2019 - Sun 24th November 2019
Time: from 10am
🎄Our Christmas Gift Fair is the perfect opportunity to buy unique gifts for family and friends from small independent traders. 🎄Why not make a day of it and treat yourself to lunch and a stroll around the Winter Garden to get you in the festive mood?more...
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 23rd November 2019 - Sun 24th November 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, RM12 4PL
Mon 25th November 2019
Time: 11:30am
👶Get some fresh air and gentle exercise whilst making new friends. Open to all Havering parents with portable babies!
👶The walk is at Harrow Lodge Park in Hornchurch. There's free car parks by the Hornchurch Sports Centre, which is off Hornchurch Road A124. For public transport, the nearest bus stop is Harrow Lodge Park stop Z (bus 248, 365, 193) if coming in from Upminster, or Stop W from Romford for bus 248, 365. It'll start at 11:30am and the meeting point will be outside the sports centre entrance. The walk is on every Monday (except bank holidays) and is weather dependent so we will provide updates closer to time if the weather restricts us from continuing our event.
👶So dust the trainers off and come along for a fun and casual walk in the park with your littles!
We are looking for volunteers for this event, so if you can host this walk for an hour a week/fortnight or monthly, please do get in touch with Em at [email protected]
We also have a WhatsApp group chat for this group so if you would like to join and ask anything pregnancy and baby related, then please email [email protected] for further details.more...
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Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Hylands House, London Road, Writtle, CM2 8WQ
Tue 26th November 2019
Time: 10am - 11:30am
TUESDAY TODDLES
TUE 11 JUNE @ 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM - £4
Tuesday Toddles run approximately every two weeks throughout the year. Toddles are a great opportunity for parents with pre-school children to enjoy a guided walk in the park and garden areas surrounding Hylands House along with other parents with children of a similar age. The routes chosen for the walk consider those with pushchairs. Maximum of three children per adult.
The walk is followed by a craft activity, which takes place in the workshop at Hylands House.
Tuesday Toddles is designed to offer educational benefits by fostering an appreciation of the natural environment and the seasonal changes. The sessions therefore take place even if the weather is less favourable! It is important that both children and parents are dressed appropriately for the weather conditions including suitable footwear - this way, children learn that the outdoors is a fun place to be.
Click the link to complete the welcome pack.more...
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The Pink Parachute, 6 North Street, Hornchurch, RM11 1QX
Tue 26th November 2019
Time: 10:30am
🤱LatchOn runs weekly meet-ups for expectant and breastfeeding mums.
🤱We aim to provide a warm and welcoming session where mums at any stage of breastfeeding can come and seek support, a friendly ear or just meet other breastfeeding mums.
🤱Our sessions are run by trained peer supporters, who also have access to a Breastfeeding Counsellor and Lactation Consultants.
🤱We are especially welcoming of mums to be, who can come and have their breastfeeding questions answered. They can also see newborn babies and older children nursing first hand.
🤱Pre-schoolers are more than welcome and older children also are during the school holidays.
🤱So drop in any time for a free cup of tea and a biscuit and we can tell you how special breastfeeding truly is for mother and baby.
See you soon.
Katharine, Sarah and Georgiamore...
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Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
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The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
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Hylands Estate, London Road, Chelmsford, CM2 8WQ
Fri 29th November 2019 - Sun 1st December 2019
Times: 10am - 5pm
Friday 29th November - Sunday 1st December 2019
Adults £6. 00
Concessions £5.00
Accompanied children(under 16) Free of charge
The Fair takes place in the beautifully renovated Neo-Classical elegant villa Hylands House, in floored, carpeted and heated marquees.
Over 80 exhibitors
Father Christmas
Choirs
Great choice of street foods
Undercover seating area
Good access and car parking more...
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The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Winter Wonderland Christmas Fayre & Market
Harold Wood Primary School, Recreation Avenue, Harold Wood, RM3 0TH
Sat 30th November 2019
Times: 11:30am - 3:30pm
🎄Come and join us for a day full of festive fun. Live entertainment, opening with Harold Wood Primary School's very own choir. Festive foods including mulled wine and hot doughnuts.
🎄Entertain the little ones with a visit to our snow globe, take some festive snaps and then head over to our Christmas craft area where children can make something special for a loved one. Delight in one of our Christmas games including lob a choc, lucky dip or why not try our spectacular splat a pudding.
🎄Then head out to our shopping area. We have plenty of stalls so you can get all of your Christmas shopping done in just one day.
🎄Our famous grand raffle will surely be popular again this year with some fantastic prizes available to win.
🎄Booking for Santa's grotto is essential and will go on sale 1 month before the event.
🎄Everyone is welcome and we cannot wait to see you there.
more...
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Marshalls Park Academy, Pettits Lane, Romford, RM1 4EH
Sat 30th November 2019
Times: 10:15am - 12noon
Havering NCT Nearly New Sale. 10.15am - 12 noon. 10am early admission for NCT members with membership card. Admission £1 per adult, children free. Open to ALL. FREE parking available on site . Local parents selling high quality used maternity, baby and children's clothing and accessories, books, toys, nursery equipment, buggies and so much more...more...
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Marshall's Park Academy, Pettits Lane, Romford, RM1 4EH
Sat 30th November 2019
Times: 10:15am - 12pm
🛒10. 15am - 12 noon
🛒10am early admission for NCT members with membership card
🛒Admission £1 per adult, children free
🛒Open to ALL
🛒FREE parking available on site
🛒Local parents selling high quality used maternity, baby and children's clothing and accessories, books, toys, nursery equipment, buggies and so much more...more...
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Christmas Crafts at Romford Library
Romford Library, St Edwards Way, Romford, RM1 3AR
Sat 30th November 2019
Times: 2pm - 3pm
Come along to Romford Library on Saturday 30th November between 2-3pm and help us prepare for Christmas. We will be making a festive Santa or Snowman to decorate the library and one to for you to take home. Tickets are £2.00 for library members/£3.00 for non-members, which can be purchased from any Havering Library.more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Hylands Estate, London Road, Chelmsford, CM2 8WQ
Fri 29th November 2019 - Sun 1st December 2019
Times: 10am - 5pm
Friday 29th November - Sunday 1st December 2019
Adults £6. 00
Concessions £5.00
Accompanied children(under 16) Free of charge
The Fair takes place in the beautifully renovated Neo-Classical elegant villa Hylands House, in floored, carpeted and heated marquees.
Over 80 exhibitors
Father Christmas
Choirs
Great choice of street foods
Undercover seating area
Good access and car parking more...
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High Street, Hoddeston, EN11 8HL
Sat 30th November 2019
Times: 10am - 6pm
The Christmas event will see craft and charity stalls selling unusual gifts and produce for the Christmas season alongside a full day's entertainment which will include a Brass Band, local Choirs and Dance Groups with Fire Dancers, a Father Christmas Parade and Fireworks bringing the event to a close. This year's special attraction will be a Giant Snow Globe. Free to visit, small charge for activities. For stallholders there is a small booking fee. To book a stall space call 01992 785655more...
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Colchester Zoo, Maldon Road, Stanway, CO3 0SL
Sat 30th November 2019
Times: until 7:30pm
💡Add a spark of magic to your festivities this Christmas!
💡Join us from 9. 30am until 7.30pm on the 30th November, 7th, 14th, 21st & 22nd December for our Christmas Starlight Nights as we remain open into the evening!
💡The extended opening with give you more time to enjoy our fantastic events as the festivities continue beneath our twinkling Christmas lights! This includes seeing Santa's beautiful reindeer, crafts at the Elves' Workshop, a Christmas tale and lots more!*
💡PLUS as the evening light fades our beautiful Christmas illuminations will turn on!more...
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Chicken & Frog Bookshop, 7 Security House, Ongar Road, Brentwood, CM15 9AT
Sat 30th November 2019
Times: 2pm - 4pm
Mrs Claus got very confused with her dates! She is visiting on Saturday 30th November for the Light Up!
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Jays Football Club, Ridgeway Close Dagenham, RM10 9AJ
Sat 30th November 2019
Times: 11-3
Indoor Christmas market. Stalls already confirmed, the wax boutique, CC's cupcakes, Christmas crafts, The Body Shop, personalised gifts, Christmas Eve treats, jewellery. Refreshments will be available and Father Christmas will be making an appearance. Performances throughout the day. Free entry. Stalls still available.more...
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Rainham Hall, The Broadway, Rainham, Havering, RM13 9YN
Sat 30th November 2019
Times: 10:30 - 16:30
Explore Rainham Hall and Community Gardens for free! Whether you're coming for the first time, or you're a member and want to bring along your friends or family for free, you can also enjoy this special offer. Rainham Hall is a National Trust property with three-acre community garden and on-site Stables Cafe. A hidden gem of Georgian architecture and green space in suburban Essex, there is something for all ages. By purchasing a lottery ticket or scratch card, National Lottery players have contributed to the making of our new exhibition, The Denney Edition, that celebrates photographer, interior designer, and former resident Anthony Denney.
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Yoga Magic and Christmas Wreath Workshop
A Fine Balance Studio, 173 Saint Marys Lane, Upminster, RM14 3BL D
Sat 30th November 2019
Times: 1:00-4:30pm
We'll be flowing to mellow Christmas classics and honouring the forest, the tree of life. Welcoming gratitude to all the natural wonders that Mother Earth shares with us.
We will stop for herbal teas or a cheeky glass of prosecco (depending whether you're feeling naughty or nice). Alongside a selection of light refreshments - tuning into tastes and smells associated with the season ahead before transferring our creative energy into our wreaths!
You will learn how to make fresh Christmas Wreaths using festive fragrant foliage and sprigs from the season. These may include eucalyptus, pine and sweet smelling cinnamon sticks. Each course includes all of the equipment you need and requires no previous experience. You will leave the day with your own completed wreath to adorn your front door or gift to a loved one.
Fill up your soul with festive spirits and enjoy a glowing magical afternoon. Limited to 8 spaces - be quick this workshop will sell out!
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Jack and The Beanstalk - Children’s Touring Pantomime
The Parkside Community Centre, 176 Goodmayes Lane, Ilford, IG3 9PP
Sat 30th November 2019
Times: 1pm or 5pm
The Academy Central Residents Association working in partnership with The Parkside Community Centre proudly present's the children's touring pantomime 'Jack and The Beanstalk'.
Join us for an afternoon/evening full of fun, comedy, excitement, adventure, sing-a-long songs and plenty of audience participation all rolled up in a 2 hour show (including interval).
Performing for one day only at The Parkside Community Centre, Saturday 30th November, with a choice of two performances 1pm or 5pm.
Tickets are £4.00 each person per performance (cash only); this will included a gift from Santa for ALL attending.
Tickets are available from the office at The Parkside Community Centre, 176 Goodmayes Lane, Ilford IG3 9PP.
Cold refreshments, sweets and crisps will be available to purchase on the day.
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Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 30th November 2019 - Sun 1st December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
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Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
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Hylands Estate, London Road, Chelmsford, CM2 8WQ
Fri 29th November 2019 - Sun 1st December 2019
Times: 10am - 5pm
Friday 29th November - Sunday 1st December 2019
Adults £6. 00
Concessions £5.00
Accompanied children(under 16) Free of charge
The Fair takes place in the beautifully renovated Neo-Classical elegant villa Hylands House, in floored, carpeted and heated marquees.
Over 80 exhibitors
Father Christmas
Choirs
Great choice of street foods
Undercover seating area
Good access and car parking more...
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Santa's Grotto, Story Time, Music, Games & Face Painting
Final Checks Make Up & Hair Studio, 159 High Street, Hornchurch, RM11 3YD
Sun 1st December 2019
Times: 9:30am - 4:30pm
🎅Join us on Sunday 1st December to enjoy our MAGICAL Santa's Grotto. ..
🎅Our Santa is world class and has been working as Santa over 10yrs. Our Santa takes time with all children and likes to make each child have a unique experience.
🎅His head Elf will be joining him showing off he's favourite games for all the young children to join in.
🎅All children will receive a festive face-painting from Final Checks Team.
🎅Mrs Clause will be bringing her favourite story and reading to all the children just before heading into seeing Santa!!
🎅We look forward to seeing you over the festival period (mums and dads can enjoy a glass of champagne and mince pies whilst waiting for Santa) :)
🎅Entrance fee: £12.00
Durations: 1 hour
🎅Every child receives a present from Santa. more...
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Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 30th November 2019 - Sun 1st December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
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Havering NCT Buggy/Sling Walk 'n' Talk
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, RM12 4PL
Mon 2nd December 2019
Times: 11:30am
👶Get some fresh air and gentle exercise whilst making new friends. Open to all Havering parents with portable babies!
👶The walk is at Harrow Lodge Park in Hornchurch. There's free car parks by the Hornchurch Sports Centre, which is off Hornchurch Road A124. For public transport, the nearest bus stop is Harrow Lodge Park stop Z (bus 248, 365, 193) if coming in from Upminster, or Stop W from Romford for bus 248, 365. It'll start at 11:30am and the meeting point will be outside the sports centre entrance. The walk is on every Monday (except bank holidays) and is weather dependent so we will provide updates closer to time if the weather restricts us from continuing our event.
👶So dust the trainers off and come along for a fun and casual walk in the park with your littles!
We are looking for volunteers for this event, so if you can host this walk for an hour a week/fortnight or monthly, please do get in touch with Em at [email protected]
We also have a WhatsApp group chat for this group so if you would like to join and ask anything pregnancy and baby related, then please email [email protected] for further details.more...
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The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
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Myplace, 343 Dagnam Park Drive, Harold Hill, RM3 9EN
Tue 3rd December 2019
Times: 10:30am - 11:30am
Come along to our Messy play Event at MyPlace, where we'll enjoy lots of play and treats and Xmas tunes to get us in the festive mood! 🎅🤶🎁🎄☃️❄
Tickets available on our website (follow link) ✨🎉
The event is suitable for children aged 6 months (or sitting unaided) to 5 years old. Older siblings up to the age of 10 can participate in the craft corner which includes Arts, Crafts activities to keep them busy!
The session starts at 10:30am, please arrive 5 minutes prior to sign in. The session will finish at 11:30 am.
We will provide a warm wash area so you can get your little ones clean again. Please bring a towel and a change of clothes.
I look forward to meeting you there ✨
Alex more...
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Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
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The Pink Parachute, 6 North Street, Hornchurch, RM11 1QX
Tue 3rd December 2019
Times: 10:30am
🤱LatchOn runs weekly meet-ups for expectant and breastfeeding mums.
🤱We aim to provide a warm and welcoming session where mums at any stage of breastfeeding can come and seek support, a friendly ear or just meet other breastfeeding mums.
🤱Our sessions are run by trained peer supporters, who also have access to a Breastfeeding Counsellor and Lactation Consultants.
🤱We are especially welcoming of mums to be, who can come and have their breastfeeding questions answered. They can also see newborn babies and older children nursing first hand.
🤱Pre-schoolers are more than welcome and older children also are during the school holidays.
🤱So drop in any time for a free cup of tea and a biscuit and we can tell you how special breastfeeding truly is for mother and baby.
See you soon.
Katharine, Sarah and Georgiamore...
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The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
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Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
Visit website
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
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Epping High Street, Epping, Epping, CM16 4AF
Fri 6th December 2019
Times: 12pm - 8pm
Seasonal market with a variety of crafts and goods for sale, side shows, entertainment, and much more. Ho ho ho!
If you have any questions about the event please email [email protected] or phone and ask for Geraldine on 01992 579444more...
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Harrow Lodge Primary PTA Christmas Bazaar
Harrow Lodge Primary School, Rainsford Way, Hornchurch, RM12 4BP
Fri 6th December 2019
Times: 3.30pm - 5.30pm
Harrow Lodge Primary School PTA invite you to our Christmas bazaar on Friday 6th December 3. 30pm till 5.30pm.
Free entry.
Santa's grotto, meet the reindeers, food and drinks, fun games, bungee trampolines, small rides, and festive stalls. more...
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Harrow Lodge Primary School, Rainsford Way, Hornchurch, RM124BP
Fri 6th December 2019
Times: 3.30pm till 5.30pm
Meet the reindeer's , ride the reindeer rodeo, visit Santa grotto, play festive games, but festive gifts, fat pizza, refreshments and more
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The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
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Santa Steam Up - Havering Miniature Railway Club
Lodge Farm Park, Main Road, Romford, RM2 5EB
Sat 7th December 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
Take a train to see Santa in his grotto.
Trains run from 10am and finish around 4pm.
21st Romford Scouts will be providing a light refreshments stall with hot drinks.
Tickets on sale on the day.
Christmas costumes and fancy dress to be encouraged.more...
Wellgate Community Farm, Collier Row Road, Romford, RM5 2BH
Sat 7th December 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
Ho ho ho save the date! ! 🎅🏻🤶🏻⛄️
Here at Wellgate Community Farm we've been told by Buddy the elf that Father Christmas will be paying us a visit for a day of fun and games on the 7th December! 🎅🏿🤶🏽💫☃️
Details to follow in coming weeks more...
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Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
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Colchester Zoo, Maldon Road, Stanway, CO3 0SL
Sat 7th December 2019
Times: until 7:30pm
💡Add a spark of magic to your festivities this Christmas!
💡Join us from 9. 30am until 7.30pm on the 30th November, 7th, 14th, 21st & 22nd December for our Christmas Starlight Nights as we remain open into the evening!
💡The extended opening with give you more time to enjoy our fantastic events as the festivities continue beneath our twinkling Christmas lights! This includes seeing Santa's beautiful reindeer, crafts at the Elves' Workshop, a Christmas tale and lots more!*
💡PLUS as the evening light fades our beautiful Christmas illuminations will turn on!more...
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Rainham, Tesco, RM13 9YZ
Sat 7th December 2019
Times: 10-4
We have an ice rink Alaskan Malamutes pulling a sleigh which will take children to see Father Christmas. Amazing stalls selling lovely products a great array of entertainment fairground rides and a delicious variety of foodmore...
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Poplars Magical Christmas Market
Hutton Poplars Hall, Poplar Drive, Brentwood, CM13 1YU
Sat 7th December 2019
Times: 12-4pm
Join us for our Magical Christmas Market Event at Hutton Poplars Hall, Shenfield, Essex on Saturday 7th December from 12pm to 4pm.
There will be a huge range of Stalls from Adult & Children's Unique Clothing, Personalised PJ's Stockings & Baubles, Beauty & Skincare Gifts, Luxurious Candles and Wax Melts to bespoke Wreath & Garland Sets and home made delicious fudge. We even have gifts for your little furry friends covered!..
We will also be serving up a range of Hot Drinks and delicious cakes on the day in case you simply fancy Popping down for a Christmas Cuppa! On top of all this, Festive music will be in full swing and we have a professional Make Up Artist doing glitter face paint on the day to get you looking fabulous for a picture on our Magical Festive Swing before you leave! We can't wait to see you all there! more...
Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 7th December 2019 - Sun 8th December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
The Mercury Mall Shopping Centre , Mercury Gardens, Romford , RM1 3EE
Sun 8th December 2019
Times: 11-3pm
Our Fun Day Sunday Kids Club takes part on the 2nd Sunday of every month.
Every month we have great fun with different crafts, painting and drawing sessions, which is all total Free. We have a dedicated team running this event, so please come and join in the fun. Every month we have a different theme. Watch out!! you may even see Marvin the Monkey!
event runs between 11-3pm on level 2, next to The Help Desk. more...
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East Anglian Railway Museum, Chapple & Wakes, Colne Station, Station Road, Colchester, CO6 2DS
Sun 8th December 2019
Times: 10am - 4:30pm
🚂Bust my buffers! Enjoy a extra special day out as Thomas the Tank Engine pulls into Chappel station. ...
🚂Calling all little engineers! Join Thomas, the number one blue engine, as he visits the East Anglian Railway Museum for a day of family fun.
🚂The Fat Controller will also be on hand to make sure that Thomas is being a really useful engine whilst Rusty and Dusty, Sodor's Station Sweepers, will be causing mischief.
🚂Day Out With Thomas is an event the whole family can enjoy. Take a train ride behind Thomas and his friends, Daisy, Percy and Toad will all be here. Complete your Passport To Adventures and Junior Engineer Certificate, watch re-enactments of classic Thomas stories and much more.
🚂A real family day out, voted a hit by visitors young and old.more...
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Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
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Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
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Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Sun 8th December 2019 - Wed 11th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
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Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 7th December 2019 - Sun 8th December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
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Havering NCT Buggy/Sling Walk 'n' Talk
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, RM12 4PL
Mon 9th December 2019
Times: 11:30am
👶Get some fresh air and gentle exercise whilst making new friends. Open to all Havering parents with portable babies!
👶The walk is at Harrow Lodge Park in Hornchurch. There's free car parks by the Hornchurch Sports Centre, which is off Hornchurch Road A124. For public transport, the nearest bus stop is Harrow Lodge Park stop Z (bus 248, 365, 193) if coming in from Upminster, or Stop W from Romford for bus 248, 365. It'll start at 11:30am and the meeting point will be outside the sports centre entrance. The walk is on every Monday (except bank holidays) and is weather dependent so we will provide updates closer to time if the weather restricts us from continuing our event.
👶So dust the trainers off and come along for a fun and casual walk in the park with your littles!
We are looking for volunteers for this event, so if you can host this walk for an hour a week/fortnight or monthly, please do get in touch with Em at [email protected]
We also have a WhatsApp group chat for this group so if you would like to join and ask anything pregnancy and baby related, then please email [email protected] for further details.more...
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Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Sun 8th December 2019 - Wed 11th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
Visit website
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Hylands House, London Road, Writtle, CM2 8WQ
Tue 10th December 2019
Times: 10am - 11:30am
TUESDAY TODDLES
TUE 11 JUNE @ 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM - £4
Tuesday Toddles run approximately every two weeks throughout the year. Toddles are a great opportunity for parents with pre-school children to enjoy a guided walk in the park and garden areas surrounding Hylands House along with other parents with children of a similar age. The routes chosen for the walk consider those with pushchairs. Maximum of three children per adult.
The walk is followed by a craft activity, which takes place in the workshop at Hylands House.
Tuesday Toddles is designed to offer educational benefits by fostering an appreciation of the natural environment and the seasonal changes. The sessions therefore take place even if the weather is less favourable! It is important that both children and parents are dressed appropriately for the weather conditions including suitable footwear - this way, children learn that the outdoors is a fun place to be.
Click the link to complete the welcome pack.more...
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Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
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Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Sun 8th December 2019 - Wed 11th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
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The Pink Parachute, 6 North Street, Hornchurch, RM11 1QX
Tue 10th December 2019
Times: 10:30am
🤱LatchOn runs weekly meet-ups for expectant and breastfeeding mums.
🤱We aim to provide a warm and welcoming session where mums at any stage of breastfeeding can come and seek support, a friendly ear or just meet other breastfeeding mums.
🤱Our sessions are run by trained peer supporters, who also have access to a Breastfeeding Counsellor and Lactation Consultants.
🤱We are especially welcoming of mums to be, who can come and have their breastfeeding questions answered. They can also see newborn babies and older children nursing first hand.
🤱Pre-schoolers are more than welcome and older children also are during the school holidays.
🤱So drop in any time for a free cup of tea and a biscuit and we can tell you how special breastfeeding truly is for mother and baby.
See you soon.
Katharine, Sarah and Georgiamore...
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The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
Visit website
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Sun 8th December 2019 - Wed 11th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
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Autism Friendly Father Christmas Visit
Valence House Museum, Becontree Avenue, Dagenham, RM8 3HT
Wed 11th December 2019
Times: 4pm-6pm
Visit Father Christmas in his grotto, receive a present and take part in Christmas arts and crafts.
Autism friendly session designed for children with autism and/or sensory or learning needs to enjoy with their families. This session will be a reduced sensory experience.
Advanced booking is essential and bookings can only be made at reception in person, cash only payment.
On the day access will be via Margery Road (RM8 3AX) entrance only.more...
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The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
Visit website
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
Visit website
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Fri 13th December 2019 - Tue 17th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
Visit website
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
The Mercury Mall, Mercury Gardens, Romford, RM11 3DA
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 15th December 2019
Times: 11.15/12.15
⛄️Elsa & Olaf Visits The Mercury for Christmas⛄️ ❄️Straight from Arendelle ❄️How magical. .... ✨
Join in the fun & party with Elsa & Olaf at The Mercury, level one next to Santa's grotto.
Party dates:
Saturday 14th December 11:15am - 12:00pm
Saturday 14th December 12:15pm - 13:15pm
Sunday 15th December 11:15am - 12:00pm
Sunday 15th December 12:15pm - 13:15pm
* Traditional party games
*Prizes
*Disco & Dance
*Character meet & greet with Elsa & Olaf
Reserve your place at the party by emailing your preferred date and time to: [email protected]more...
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East Anglian Railway Museum, Chapple & Wakes, Colne Station, Station Road, Colchester, CO6 2DS
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 15th December 2019
Times: 10am - 4:30pm
🚂Bust my buffers! Enjoy a extra special day out as Thomas the Tank Engine pulls into Chappel station. ...
🚂Calling all little engineers! Join Thomas, the number one blue engine, as he visits the East Anglian Railway Museum for a day of family fun.
🚂The Fat Controller will also be on hand to make sure that Thomas is being a really useful engine whilst Rusty and Dusty, Sodor's Station Sweepers, will be causing mischief.
🚂Day Out With Thomas is an event the whole family can enjoy. Take a train ride behind Thomas and his friends, Daisy, Percy and Toad will all be here. Complete your Passport To Adventures and Junior Engineer Certificate, watch re-enactments of classic Thomas stories and much more.
🚂A real family day out, voted a hit by visitors young and old.more...
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Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
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Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
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Essex Wildlife Trust Hanningfield Reservoir, Hawkswood Road, Billercay, CM11 1WT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 15th December 2019
Times: 10am - 3pm
Santa is coming to Hanningfield. Follow a trail through the Wintery Woods, make a Christmas Craft and visit Santa in his grotto in the Visitor Centre, where he will be waiting with a gift for you!
£10 per child. Allocated time slots, each session lasts for 30 minutes. First time slot 10am, last slot 3pm. Booking Essential.
Please call the Centre to book on 01268 711001more...
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Colchester Zoo, Maldon Road, Stanway, CO3 0SL
Sat 14th December 2019
Times: until 7:30pm
💡Add a spark of magic to your festivities this Christmas!
💡Join us from 9. 30am until 7.30pm on the 30th November, 7th, 14th, 21st & 22nd December for our Christmas Starlight Nights as we remain open into the evening!
💡The extended opening with give you more time to enjoy our fantastic events as the festivities continue beneath our twinkling Christmas lights! This includes seeing Santa's beautiful reindeer, crafts at the Elves' Workshop, a Christmas tale and lots more!*
💡PLUS as the evening light fades our beautiful Christmas illuminations will turn on!more...
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Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Fri 13th December 2019 - Tue 17th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
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Valence House Christmas Market
Valence House Museum, Becontree Avenue, Dagenham, RM8 3HT
Sat 14th December 2019
Times: 10am -5pm
Pick up some special Christmas presents for all the family and enjoy festive food and drink while supporting local community stallholders.
Free entry.
Fun for all the family, with:
- Handmade and personalised gifts
- Face painting
- Father Christmas Walkabout
- Christmas Hamper Raffle
- Mince pies and mulled wine
And featuring, the Giant Snow Globe Photo Experience!
Fun for all the family; climb inside our giant inflatable snow globe and capture the perfect festive picture.
£6 for 6 minute family slot.
Includes:
• Unlimited opportunity to take your own photos
• Free digital image (sent via email after event)
• All children make a Christmas badge
• All family members receive special offer voucher (£1 for hot chocolate in tearoom)
Advanced booking essential. Call 020 8227 2034 or visit Reception in the Visitor Centre.more...
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Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 14th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
The Mercury Mall, Mercury Gardens, Romford, RM11 3DA
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 15th December 2019
Times: 11.15/12.15
⛄️Elsa & Olaf Visits The Mercury for Christmas⛄️ ❄️Straight from Arendelle ❄️How magical. .... ✨
Join in the fun & party with Elsa & Olaf at The Mercury, level one next to Santa's grotto.
Party dates:
Saturday 14th December 11:15am - 12:00pm
Saturday 14th December 12:15pm - 13:15pm
Sunday 15th December 11:15am - 12:00pm
Sunday 15th December 12:15pm - 13:15pm
* Traditional party games
*Prizes
*Disco & Dance
*Character meet & greet with Elsa & Olaf
Reserve your place at the party by emailing your preferred date and time to: [email protected]more...
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East Anglian Railway Museum, Chapple & Wakes, Colne Station, Station Road, Colchester, CO6 2DS
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 15th December 2019
Times: 10am - 4:30pm
🚂Bust my buffers! Enjoy a extra special day out as Thomas the Tank Engine pulls into Chappel station. ...
🚂Calling all little engineers! Join Thomas, the number one blue engine, as he visits the East Anglian Railway Museum for a day of family fun.
🚂The Fat Controller will also be on hand to make sure that Thomas is being a really useful engine whilst Rusty and Dusty, Sodor's Station Sweepers, will be causing mischief.
🚂Day Out With Thomas is an event the whole family can enjoy. Take a train ride behind Thomas and his friends, Daisy, Percy and Toad will all be here. Complete your Passport To Adventures and Junior Engineer Certificate, watch re-enactments of classic Thomas stories and much more.
🚂A real family day out, voted a hit by visitors young and old.more...
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Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
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Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
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Essex Wildlife Trust Hanningfield Reservoir, Hawkswood Road, Billercay, CM11 1WT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 15th December 2019
Times: 10am - 3pm
Santa is coming to Hanningfield. Follow a trail through the Wintery Woods, make a Christmas Craft and visit Santa in his grotto in the Visitor Centre, where he will be waiting with a gift for you!
£10 per child. Allocated time slots, each session lasts for 30 minutes. First time slot 10am, last slot 3pm. Booking Essential.
Please call the Centre to book on 01268 711001more...
Visit website
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Fri 13th December 2019 - Tue 17th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
Visit website
Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 14th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
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Havering NCT Buggy/Sling Walk 'n' Talk
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, RM12 4PL
Mon 16th December 2019
Times: 11:30am
👶Get some fresh air and gentle exercise whilst making new friends. Open to all Havering parents with portable babies!
👶The walk is at Harrow Lodge Park in Hornchurch. There's free car parks by the Hornchurch Sports Centre, which is off Hornchurch Road A124. For public transport, the nearest bus stop is Harrow Lodge Park stop Z (bus 248, 365, 193) if coming in from Upminster, or Stop W from Romford for bus 248, 365. It'll start at 11:30am and the meeting point will be outside the sports centre entrance. The walk is on every Monday (except bank holidays) and is weather dependent so we will provide updates closer to time if the weather restricts us from continuing our event.
👶So dust the trainers off and come along for a fun and casual walk in the park with your littles!
We are looking for volunteers for this event, so if you can host this walk for an hour a week/fortnight or monthly, please do get in touch with Em at [email protected]
We also have a WhatsApp group chat for this group so if you would like to join and ask anything pregnancy and baby related, then please email [email protected] for further details.more...
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Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Fri 13th December 2019 - Tue 17th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
Visit website
Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 14th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Fri 13th December 2019 - Tue 17th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
Visit website
The Pink Parachute, 6 North Street, Hornchurch, RM11 1QX
Tue 17th December 2019
Times: 10:30am
🤱LatchOn runs weekly meet-ups for expectant and breastfeeding mums.
🤱We aim to provide a warm and welcoming session where mums at any stage of breastfeeding can come and seek support, a friendly ear or just meet other breastfeeding mums.
🤱Our sessions are run by trained peer supporters, who also have access to a Breastfeeding Counsellor and Lactation Consultants.
🤱We are especially welcoming of mums to be, who can come and have their breastfeeding questions answered. They can also see newborn babies and older children nursing first hand.
🤱Pre-schoolers are more than welcome and older children also are during the school holidays.
🤱So drop in any time for a free cup of tea and a biscuit and we can tell you how special breastfeeding truly is for mother and baby.
See you soon.
Katharine, Sarah and Georgiamore...
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Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 14th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Frankies at myplace, 343 Dagnam Park Drive, Harold Hill, RM3 9EN
Wed 18th December 2019
Times: 4pm - 6pm
Get your tickets for Frankie's Xmas party now! - You can pop in to the cafe, ring them on 07999654763 or send an email to: [email protected] commore...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 14th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Three Art Thursday 'Three Kids'
The Mercury Mall Shopping Centre , Mercury Gardens, Romford , RM1 3EE
Thu 19th December 2019
Times: 5-6.30pm
Three Kids Art session is on Every third Thursday of each month, after school. In tandem with Three Artists, this club is for young ones who want to get creative and learn more about fine art. Great for family creatives, kids can be working on masterpieces at the same time as their mums and dads! If its just the kids that want to get involved, parents are asked to stay with them while they create. Look forward to seeing youmore...
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Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Thu 19th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
Visit website
Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 14th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Liana's Tea Room at Langtons, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1XJ
Fri 20th December 2019
Times: 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Information to follow at the beginning of November 2019
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Thu 19th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
Visit website
Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 14th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
East Anglian Railway Museum, Chapple & Wakes, Colne Station, Station Road, Colchester, CO6 2DS
Sat 21st December 2019 - Sun 22nd December 2019
Times: 10am - 4:30pm
🚂Bust my buffers! Enjoy a extra special day out as Thomas the Tank Engine pulls into Chappel station. ...
🚂Calling all little engineers! Join Thomas, the number one blue engine, as he visits the East Anglian Railway Museum for a day of family fun.
🚂The Fat Controller will also be on hand to make sure that Thomas is being a really useful engine whilst Rusty and Dusty, Sodor's Station Sweepers, will be causing mischief.
🚂Day Out With Thomas is an event the whole family can enjoy. Take a train ride behind Thomas and his friends, Daisy, Percy and Toad will all be here. Complete your Passport To Adventures and Junior Engineer Certificate, watch re-enactments of classic Thomas stories and much more.
🚂A real family day out, voted a hit by visitors young and old.more...
Visit website
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Essex Wildlife Trust Hanningfield Reservoir, Hawkswood Road, Billercay, CM11 1WT
Sat 21st December 2019 - Sun 22nd December 2019
Times: 10am - 3pm
Santa is coming to Hanningfield. Follow a trail through the Wintery Woods, make a Christmas Craft and visit Santa in his grotto in the Visitor Centre, where he will be waiting with a gift for you!
£10 per child. Allocated time slots, each session lasts for 30 minutes. First time slot 10am, last slot 3pm. Booking Essential.
Please call the Centre to book on 01268 711001more...
Visit website
Colchester Zoo, Maldon Road, Stanway, CO3 0SL
Sat 21st December 2019 - Sun 22nd December 2019
Times: until 7:30pm
💡Add a spark of magic to your festivities this Christmas!
💡Join us from 9. 30am until 7.30pm on the 30th November, 7th, 14th, 21st & 22nd December for our Christmas Starlight Nights as we remain open into the evening!
💡The extended opening with give you more time to enjoy our fantastic events as the festivities continue beneath our twinkling Christmas lights! This includes seeing Santa's beautiful reindeer, crafts at the Elves' Workshop, a Christmas tale and lots more!*
💡PLUS as the evening light fades our beautiful Christmas illuminations will turn on!more...
Visit website
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Thu 19th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
Visit website
Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 14th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
East Anglian Railway Museum, Chapple & Wakes, Colne Station, Station Road, Colchester, CO6 2DS
Sat 21st December 2019 - Sun 22nd December 2019
Times: 10am - 4:30pm
🚂Bust my buffers! Enjoy a extra special day out as Thomas the Tank Engine pulls into Chappel station. ...
🚂Calling all little engineers! Join Thomas, the number one blue engine, as he visits the East Anglian Railway Museum for a day of family fun.
🚂The Fat Controller will also be on hand to make sure that Thomas is being a really useful engine whilst Rusty and Dusty, Sodor's Station Sweepers, will be causing mischief.
🚂Day Out With Thomas is an event the whole family can enjoy. Take a train ride behind Thomas and his friends, Daisy, Percy and Toad will all be here. Complete your Passport To Adventures and Junior Engineer Certificate, watch re-enactments of classic Thomas stories and much more.
🚂A real family day out, voted a hit by visitors young and old.more...
Visit website
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Essex Wildlife Trust Hanningfield Reservoir, Hawkswood Road, Billercay, CM11 1WT
Sat 21st December 2019 - Sun 22nd December 2019
Times: 10am - 3pm
Santa is coming to Hanningfield. Follow a trail through the Wintery Woods, make a Christmas Craft and visit Santa in his grotto in the Visitor Centre, where he will be waiting with a gift for you!
£10 per child. Allocated time slots, each session lasts for 30 minutes. First time slot 10am, last slot 3pm. Booking Essential.
Please call the Centre to book on 01268 711001more...
Visit website
Colchester Zoo, Maldon Road, Stanway, CO3 0SL
Sat 21st December 2019 - Sun 22nd December 2019
Times: until 7:30pm
💡Add a spark of magic to your festivities this Christmas!
💡Join us from 9. 30am until 7.30pm on the 30th November, 7th, 14th, 21st & 22nd December for our Christmas Starlight Nights as we remain open into the evening!
💡The extended opening with give you more time to enjoy our fantastic events as the festivities continue beneath our twinkling Christmas lights! This includes seeing Santa's beautiful reindeer, crafts at the Elves' Workshop, a Christmas tale and lots more!*
💡PLUS as the evening light fades our beautiful Christmas illuminations will turn on!more...
Visit website
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Thu 19th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
Visit website
Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 14th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
Visit website
Havering NCT Buggy/Sling Walk 'n' Talk
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, RM12 4PL
Mon 23rd December 2019
Times: 11:30am
👶Get some fresh air and gentle exercise whilst making new friends. Open to all Havering parents with portable babies!
👶The walk is at Harrow Lodge Park in Hornchurch. There's free car parks by the Hornchurch Sports Centre, which is off Hornchurch Road A124. For public transport, the nearest bus stop is Harrow Lodge Park stop Z (bus 248, 365, 193) if coming in from Upminster, or Stop W from Romford for bus 248, 365. It'll start at 11:30am and the meeting point will be outside the sports centre entrance. The walk is on every Monday (except bank holidays) and is weather dependent so we will provide updates closer to time if the weather restricts us from continuing our event.
👶So dust the trainers off and come along for a fun and casual walk in the park with your littles!
We are looking for volunteers for this event, so if you can host this walk for an hour a week/fortnight or monthly, please do get in touch with Em at [email protected]
We also have a WhatsApp group chat for this group so if you would like to join and ask anything pregnancy and baby related, then please email [email protected] for further details.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Thu 19th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
Visit website
Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 14th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 5th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop
Writer and Director Douglas Rintoul
A festive adventure from the team behind last year's 'fantastic, magical production'.
Outposted in a secret location in the Queen's Theatre, there's a little bit of the North Pole hiding... Sparky Tinselbottom, a dedicated but chatty Elf, is frantically working away in the build-up to Christmas repairing abandoned toys.
Join in as one of Sparky's friends and discover fantastical adventures of unloved playthings from around the world. But don't distract Sparky for too long, as Father Christmas needs everything to be ready for loading to his sleigh and the clock is ticking...
Suitable for accompanied 4 - 9 year olds - Unfortunately, children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted to this production.
Both children and adults must have a ticket for the performance. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled performance start time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
Audiences adored last year's show:
'Just back from Sparky the Elf, what a fantastic and mesmerising production for young ones (and old too!!)... a truly magical afternoon!!'
'Fantastic! Enjoyed every minute... my grandson said "It's a real Elf", love it'
'A fantastic, magical production. If you haven't got tickets you MUST go!!!'more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
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Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU
Thu 19th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
Times: 5pm - 9pm
🎄Coming December 2019! !!
🎄A magical Christmas attraction for all the family!
🎄Very exciting times!
🎄Click the link for more information.more...
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Christmas Special 2019 at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JB
Sat 14th December 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅Enjoy the most magical Christmas Experience with your family at the Audley End Miniature Railway. 🎅Take our Santa Express deep into the woods of the Audley End Estate where you will arrive at Father Christmas's Winter Wonderland!🎅 You will meet the big man himself, along with his VERY cheeky Elves, receive a special gift and also watch a crazy Christmas Dance!more...
The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm
Marsh Farm, Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Sat 16th November 2019 - Tue 24th December 2019
🎅We've added even more magic and more surprises to The Father Christmas Experience at Marsh Farm.
🎅From passport control at the start of your journey, it's time to learn your elf-abet and graduate through the Elf Academy.
🎅Next stop is to meet Mother Christmas to decorate a gingerbread before entering the Snow Show for a flurry of surprises.
🎅As the children enter Father Christmas' Grotto they'll have to be checked on the Naughty or Nice list before meeting the real Father Christmas all the way from the North Pole. But the excitement doesn't end there! The children then enter the toy workshop to make a special furry friend to take home before more surprises in the Toy Shop in our own Elf-ville.
more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
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December Running Day - Havering Miniature Railway Club
Lodge Farm Park, Main Road, Romford, RM2 5EB
Fri 27th December 2019
Times: 11am - 4pm
Havering Miniature Railway Club giving rides in the park.
Tickets £2 on the day. more...
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Havering NCT Buggy/Sling Walk 'n' Talk
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, RM12 4PL
Mon 30th December 2019
Times: 11:30am
👶Get some fresh air and gentle exercise whilst making new friends. Open to all Havering parents with portable babies!
👶The walk is at Harrow Lodge Park in Hornchurch. There's free car parks by the Hornchurch Sports Centre, which is off Hornchurch Road A124. For public transport, the nearest bus stop is Harrow Lodge Park stop Z (bus 248, 365, 193) if coming in from Upminster, or Stop W from Romford for bus 248, 365. It'll start at 11:30am and the meeting point will be outside the sports centre entrance. The walk is on every Monday (except bank holidays) and is weather dependent so we will provide updates closer to time if the weather restricts us from continuing our event.
👶So dust the trainers off and come along for a fun and casual walk in the park with your littles!
We are looking for volunteers for this event, so if you can host this walk for an hour a week/fortnight or monthly, please do get in touch with Em at [email protected]
We also have a WhatsApp group chat for this group so if you would like to join and ask anything pregnancy and baby related, then please email [email protected] for further details.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Thu 28th November 2019 - Sun 5th January 2020
Times: See website for details
A Queen's Theatre Hornchurch production
by Andrew Pollard
Deep in the heart of his foreboding Castle, the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is taxing the poor to pile up his gold, whilst imprisoning brave Maid Marian and her hilarious Nurse Nellie.
But the Sheriff hasn't banked on our arrow slinging hero Robin emerging from Sherwood Forest to target the hand of Marion and outwit the villain's plans. Can Robin save the day with a little help from his band of Friar Tuck and plucky Merry Folk?
After the giant success of 2018's Jack and the Beanstalk, this swash buckling actor musician panto, is twanging to the beats of pop hits from across the decades, traditional audience participation and laugh out loud family silliness.
Hit the bulls eye this Christmas, with a festive fix of all your favourite theatrical treats.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Havering NCT Buggy/Sling Walk 'n' Talk
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, RM12 4PL
Mon 6th January 2020
Times: 11:30am
👶Get some fresh air and gentle exercise whilst making new friends. Open to all Havering parents with portable babies!
👶The walk is at Harrow Lodge Park in Hornchurch. There's free car parks by the Hornchurch Sports Centre, which is off Hornchurch Road A124. For public transport, the nearest bus stop is Harrow Lodge Park stop Z (bus 248, 365, 193) if coming in from Upminster, or Stop W from Romford for bus 248, 365. It'll start at 11:30am and the meeting point will be outside the sports centre entrance. The walk is on every Monday (except bank holidays) and is weather dependent so we will provide updates closer to time if the weather restricts us from continuing our event.
👶So dust the trainers off and come along for a fun and casual walk in the park with your littles!
We are looking for volunteers for this event, so if you can host this walk for an hour a week/fortnight or monthly, please do get in touch with Em at [email protected]
We also have a WhatsApp group chat for this group so if you would like to join and ask anything pregnancy and baby related, then please email [email protected] for further details.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
Visit website
Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
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Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
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St Francis Hospice, Boxhill Road, Havering atta Bower, RM4 1QH
Sat 11th January 2020 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: 8am - 6pm
🎄On Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th January 2020, our fantastic team of volunteers will be out and about collecting Christmas trees for recycling! And we're excited to announce that this year we have expanded our collection to the whole of Havering!
🎄Havering postcodes: RM1, RM2, RM3, RM4, RM5, RM7, RM11, RM12, RM13 and RM14.
🎄The Saint Francis Hospice Christmas Tree Recycling collection is completely free of charge. However, we'd welcome a voluntary donation for the collection of your tree. Your donation will make a difference to the lives of people in our local area facing the most difficult circumstances.
🎄90% of the monies raised go directly to Saint Francis Hospice and the remaining 10% will be donated to other local charities.
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Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, IG1 1BT
Sat 14th December 2019 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: various
Princess Aurora has lived a happy childhood as she prepares to celebrate her 18th birthday, she is unaware of the curse placed upon at birth by the wicked fairy Carabosse. Intrigued by a mysterious old spinning wheel, Aurora pricks her finger and falls asleep... Now it's up to her best friend and court jester Wally, his mother Dame Dolly and the magical Fairy Starlight to aid Prince Percy on his quest to rescue the Princess from her terrible fate. Only 100 years and a fearsome dragon stand in the way...
Anton Benson productions presents a brand new era of pantomime at the Kenneth More Theatre filled with song and dance, laughter, stunning sets, dazzling effects and fantastic costumes. Star casting to be announced soon. Come and join us for an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-a-minute, rollercoaster ride through panto land this Christmas.more...
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St Francis Hospice, Boxhill Road, Havering atta Bower, RM4 1QH
Sat 11th January 2020 - Sun 12th January 2020
Times: 8am - 6pm
🎄On Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th January 2020, our fantastic team of volunteers will be out and about collecting Christmas trees for recycling! And we're excited to announce that this year we have expanded our collection to the whole of Havering!
🎄Havering postcodes: RM1, RM2, RM3, RM4, RM5, RM7, RM11, RM12, RM13 and RM14.
🎄The Saint Francis Hospice Christmas Tree Recycling collection is completely free of charge. However, we'd welcome a voluntary donation for the collection of your tree. Your donation will make a difference to the lives of people in our local area facing the most difficult circumstances.
🎄90% of the monies raised go directly to Saint Francis Hospice and the remaining 10% will be donated to other local charities.
more...
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Havering NCT Buggy/Sling Walk 'n' Talk
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, RM12 4PL
Mon 13th January 2020
Times: 11:30am
👶Get some fresh air and gentle exercise whilst making new friends. Open to all Havering parents with portable babies!
👶The walk is at Harrow Lodge Park in Hornchurch. There's free car parks by the Hornchurch Sports Centre, which is off Hornchurch Road A124. For public transport, the nearest bus stop is Harrow Lodge Park stop Z (bus 248, 365, 193) if coming in from Upminster, or Stop W from Romford for bus 248, 365. It'll start at 11:30am and the meeting point will be outside the sports centre entrance. The walk is on every Monday (except bank holidays) and is weather dependent so we will provide updates closer to time if the weather restricts us from continuing our event.
👶So dust the trainers off and come along for a fun and casual walk in the park with your littles!
We are looking for volunteers for this event, so if you can host this walk for an hour a week/fortnight or monthly, please do get in touch with Em at [email protected]
We also have a WhatsApp group chat for this group so if you would like to join and ask anything pregnancy and baby related, then please email [email protected] for further details.more...
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Open Afternoon: FREE Yoga & Barre classes
A Fine Balance Studio, 173 Saint Marys Lane, Upminster, RM14 3BL
Sun 19th January 2020
Times: 13:15 - 16:15
Sunday 19th January - free taster sessions
Have you tried A Fine Balance yet? Wondering what the fuss is about? Well, we are hosting an Open Afternoon with 3 x FREE classes for first-time customers.
The Open Afternoon will take place on Sunday 19 January 2020.
How to book:
Add a free AFB "Open Afternoon Class Pass" to your account
Book one of the 3 x FREE Open Afternoon classes on the timetable
Join us!
Class tasters (45 mins):
1.15pm Yoga Flow | 2.15pm Yoga Flow | 3.15pm Barre Fit
Please note: full T&Cs apply, 1 x class per person.more...
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Havering NCT Buggy/Sling Walk 'n' Talk
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, RM12 4PL
Mon 20th January 2020
Times: 11:30am
👶Get some fresh air and gentle exercise whilst making new friends. Open to all Havering parents with portable babies!
👶The walk is at Harrow Lodge Park in Hornchurch. There's free car parks by the Hornchurch Sports Centre, which is off Hornchurch Road A124. For public transport, the nearest bus stop is Harrow Lodge Park stop Z (bus 248, 365, 193) if coming in from Upminster, or Stop W from Romford for bus 248, 365. It'll start at 11:30am and the meeting point will be outside the sports centre entrance. The walk is on every Monday (except bank holidays) and is weather dependent so we will provide updates closer to time if the weather restricts us from continuing our event.
👶So dust the trainers off and come along for a fun and casual walk in the park with your littles!
We are looking for volunteers for this event, so if you can host this walk for an hour a week/fortnight or monthly, please do get in touch with Em at [email protected]
We also have a WhatsApp group chat for this group so if you would like to join and ask anything pregnancy and baby related, then please email [email protected] for further details.more...
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Havering NCT Buggy/Sling Walk 'n' Talk
Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, RM12 4PL
Mon 27th January 2020
Times: 11:30am
👶Get some fresh air and gentle exercise whilst making new friends. Open to all Havering parents with portable babies!
👶The walk is at Harrow Lodge Park in Hornchurch. There's free car parks by the Hornchurch Sports Centre, which is off Hornchurch Road A124. For public transport, the nearest bus stop is Harrow Lodge Park stop Z (bus 248, 365, 193) if coming in from Upminster, or Stop W from Romford for bus 248, 365. It'll start at 11:30am and the meeting point will be outside the sports centre entrance. The walk is on every Monday (except bank holidays) and is weather dependent so we will provide updates closer to time if the weather restricts us from continuing our event.
👶So dust the trainers off and come along for a fun and casual walk in the park with your littles!
We are looking for volunteers for this event, so if you can host this walk for an hour a week/fortnight or monthly, please do get in touch with Em at [email protected]
We also have a WhatsApp group chat for this group so if you would like to join and ask anything pregnancy and baby related, then please email [email protected] for further details.more...
Visit website
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