London Borough of Waltham Forest

15/06/2026

Two weeks to go before MiPermit replaces RingGo as Waltham Forest’s parking permit provider.

Please remember:

🎫 Existing scratch cards and active RingGo permits will remain valid until they expire as normal.
📥 After MiPermit goes live from Wednesday 1 July, new permits, renewals, and visitor permits can be purchased via the MiPermit mobile or desktop app, by post and over the phone.
🚗 Parking enforcement of permit bays will be temporarily suspended when RingGo goes offline on Monday 29 June and Tuesday 30 June before MiPermit goes live on Wednesday 1 July.

Find the answers to common questions here 👉 https://orlo.uk/EXTNA

15/06/2026

Today marks the start of Refugee Week, the world’s largest arts and culture festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary.

Waltham Forest is proud to be a Borough of Sanctuary, and there are a number of free and donation based events put on by our brilliant community organisations. From film screenings, to arts and crafts, and food and community gatherings, there is something for everyone.

Refugee Week takes place between Monday 15 and Sunday 21 June. Find a Refugee Week event in the borough on our website: https://orlo.uk/kmyhy

14/06/2026

Fancy getting involved with a local conservation project that helps our local wildlife AND connects people with the nature?

Our next Wildways Along the Ching event takes place at Wadham Avenue, Walthamstow, E17 on Tuesday 16 June (10.45am to 3pm).

It's hosted by local charity The Conservation Volunteers (TVC) and local people are invited to join their work to enhance and restore vital green spaces around the River Ching through activities such habitat management and path creation around local woodland.

Full details in the link in first comment!

14/06/2026

Keep cool this summer with Learn to Skate lessons at the Lee Valley Ice Centre ⛸️

From first steps on the ice, to mastering new skills, Learn to Skate lessons at Lee Valley Ice Centre provide structured coaching, a welcoming atmosphere and plenty of opportunities to progress.

Join hundreds of local skaters and get started today - link in comments!

13/06/2026

Join OrganicLea's Summer Solstice Celebration: Plants and People in Unity.

As part of Refugee Week and celebrating their traditional Hawkwood summer solstice event, expect an uplifting evening featuring local musicians, specially curated tours, food and speeches. Taking place Friday 19 June, 4pm to 10 at Hawkwoood Plant Nursery, E4 7UH. The event is free to attend but donations are encouraged towards food and basic running costs.

The meal will be a tasty global fusion plate (plant-based) curated by young adults that have been attending OrganicLea's programmes over the past year in partnership with Waltham Forest College's ESOL department. They will be preparing Sudanese Ta'mia (closely related to falafel), alongside rice dishes, locally sourced bread, vegetables and OrganicLea's signature salad; alongside fresh summer pickles. Refugee Week is the world's largest arts and culture festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary.

Find the full schedule and get your ticket at the link in our comments 👇

13/06/2026

Grab a slice of cake at 228! 🍰

Cake Crumbs will be running a pop-up coffee and cake shop at 228 Chingford Mount from 16 to 30 June.

This will be an opportunity for friends and family to gather and enjoy some CakeCrumbs treats!

The team will also be running classes for children and adults, check out the opening times and workshops on the Chingford Mount website, link in the first comment.

12/06/2026

If you witnessed somebody being harassed because of who they are, would you know how what to do? Our Allyship Training sessions are designed to equip you with practical skills to safely support others who are impacted by harassment or hate. Previous participants highlighted how useful it was to learn practical interventions they can apply in day to day situations, with many reporting a stronger understanding of allyship and how to take safe, confident action.

If you’d like to build your confidence and learn how to safely intervene when someone needs support, the next session will take place next week on Wednesday 17 June, 6-7pm. Sign up using the link in our comments!

12/06/2026

"Waltham Forest has been recognised as a Borough of Sanctuary because we believe, and act on the belief, that every person regardless of where they were born or the colour of their skin deserves to live with dignity, safety, and welcome. That commitment does not waver when the national mood turns hostile. It deepens."

Waltham Forest is proud to be a Borough of Sanctuary. Our borough has a long history of being a welcoming place for people from all over the world who want to make it their home.

Cllr Paul Perkins and Averil Pooten Watan, Borough of Sanctuary Co-Chairs, have published a statement for the community following recent outbreaks of violence in Belfast and across parts of the UK this week. You can read it here: https://orlo.uk/qz5e0

12/06/2026

++ Family fun this June at William Morris Gallery! ++

Looking for creative ways to spend time together this month? Visit William Morris Gallery for FREE family-friendly events.

Thursday 8 June - Mini Morris: Icelandic Ponies
Inspired by William Morris's travels around Iceland by pony! A magical, hands-on session for little ones and their grown-ups alike. Ages 2-5.
10am or 11.30am sessions

Saturday 20 June - Family Day: Journeys Around the World
In celebration of Refugee Week 2026, this special Family Day is organised in partnership with Stories & Supper. Discover patterns, stories and crafts inspired by cultures from across the world in a day packed with creative activities.
1-4pm.

Where? William Morris Gallery, Lloyd Park, Forest Road E17 4PP

Image: William Morris on pony in Iceland 1870. Cartoon by Edward Burne-Jones

Read more using link in first comment.

11/06/2026

Don't miss the Very Hungry Caterpillar Trail at Walthamstow Wetlands - still running (...crawling?) for a few more weeks! 🐛

🐛🗺️ Follow the Trail before Caterpillar wriggles on!

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Trail is at Walthamstow Wetlands for just a few more weeks! Pick up an Activity Booklet and discover colourful creatures from the World of Eric Carle, plus amazing local wildlife along the way. Perfect for little explorers and their grown-ups. 🦋🌈 But don't wait too long – Caterpillar will be wriggling onto his new adventure soon!

📅 Dates: every day until 30th June. Tickets can be booked via London Wildlife Trust's website, or at the shop on the day!


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