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Looking back at pictures of Waltham Forest from years gone by, it’s clear to see some things have changed (check out the...
15/09/2026

Looking back at pictures of Waltham Forest from years gone by, it’s clear to see some things have changed (check out the tobacconist’s prices at the St James Street Station of yesteryear) while others stay the same.

What kind of borough do we want Waltham Forest to be in the future? What do we want our neighbourhoods to look like for generations to come?

Future Waltham Forest is our borough-wide conversation with residents, communities and partners to help shape the future of Waltham Forest. Help shape our future by signing up to one of our neighbourhood assemblies, or filling in our survey – links in our comments!

📸 Historical photos provided by Vestry House Museum, London Borough of Waltham Forest

It's Recycle Week 2026 - come and say hello to our friendly team who are on hand to answer all your recycling questions ...
14/09/2026

It's Recycle Week 2026 - come and say hello to our friendly team who are on hand to answer all your recycling questions and share some handy tips.

Dates and times of the pop-up stalls 👇
Monday 14 September (11am to 3pm), Leytonstone Library
Tuesday 15 September (11am to 3pm), Chingford Mount
Wednesday 16 September (11am to 3pm), Leyton Mills
Thursday 17 September (11am to 3pm) 17&Central, in Walthamstow
Friday 18 September (11am to 3pm), Chingford Library
Sunday 20 September (9.30am to 3pm), Lloyd Park, part of Tour de Waltham Forest

Dr Bike is back next Saturday 19 September at Walthamstow Stadium from 11am to 5pm. Our cycle experts are offering speed...
11/09/2026

Dr Bike is back next Saturday 19 September at Walthamstow Stadium from 11am to 5pm. Our cycle experts are offering speedy, free advice and small maintenance work on your bike.

What's more, it's part of Active Autumn Day, a free family-friendly festival boasting a huge range of activities for all ages - and everyone is welcome.

Bring along your bike for a quick checkup, or pop along for everything from wildflower planting and art, to zumba, table tennis and basketball (Active Autumn Day events run from 2pm to 4.30pm).

It's going to be a great day! 🍂 🚲

We're looking forward to a fantastic exhibition opening tomorrow, Fri 11 Sept, at Winns Gallery in Lloyd Park. News From...
10/09/2026

We're looking forward to a fantastic exhibition opening tomorrow, Fri 11 Sept, at Winns Gallery in Lloyd Park. News From Nowhere showcases the art of talented artists Alison Stirling, Gillian Foot, and Polly Fehilly - the show is running until Thurs 17 Sept, with an opportunity to meet the artists on Sat 12 Sept between 1pm and 5pm. Don't miss out!

✨Just under a month to go! Earthly Paradise: Radical Living in the UK, opens at William Morris Gallery on Saturday 3 Oct...
10/09/2026

✨Just under a month to go! Earthly Paradise: Radical Living in the UK, opens at William Morris Gallery on Saturday 3 October 2026 ✨

Exploring the people, places and stories that have shaped our relationship to home.

Through objects, painting, drawing, photography, sound and archival material, Earthly Paradise highlights individuals and communities that defied contemporary conventions and the homes they created to explore their new visions of society.

Part of Art Fund’s Going Places programme, a series of exhibitions touring the UK, created by museums working together to share their collections. The exhibition has been developed in partnership with Tŷ Pawb in Wrexham, Blackwell – The Arts & Crafts house in Bowness-on-Windermere, and Dovecot Studios in Edinburgh

The exhibition's opening coincides with the Gallery re-opening its doors following major renovations over the summer of 2026! Visit Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 5pm. FREE admission

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

Read more using the link in first comment.

Image: Guild of Handicraft Exercise Class, © Guild of Handicraft Trust

If your child is walking to school independently this year, here are some top tips to help keep them safe!🚶🏾‍♂️ Choose a...
09/09/2026

If your child is walking to school independently this year, here are some top tips to help keep them safe!

🚶🏾‍♂️ Choose a brightly coloured coat or add reflective stickers to a darker one to help it stand out to cars in the darker evenings
📱 Keep phones in a pocket or bag while you're walking and take headphones off when crossing the road
💳 If you use an Oyster card, make sure it's topped up before you travel
🏠 When you get home safely, let your parent or guardian know

Keep an eye out for our friendly Safer Routes youth workers as well, who are out across the borough every weekday from 3-6pm to look out for young people. They're all DBS-checked and first aid trained, and here to help.

We asked young kids in the borough what they want their future in Waltham Forest to look like...Their ideas ranged from ...
09/09/2026

We asked young kids in the borough what they want their future in Waltham Forest to look like...

Their ideas ranged from more green spaces to enjoy, to more books, and even spoke to connecting with community. We want to say a big thank you to the kids who created these posters sharing some of their hopes.

What are your hopes for the future of the borough? As part of Future Waltham Forest, our Neighbourhood Assemblies are a chance to get involved and have your say. Our first one is taking place next Tuesday 15 September in Leytonstone, at Buxton School, 234 Cann Hall Rd, E11 3NN from 7pm to 9pm (arrival from 6pm). Have you registered your interest yet? If chosen you will receive £30 as a thank you for taking part. Check the link in our comments for how to register.

Tour de Waltham Forest, our hugely popular annual community cycling festival, takes place on Sunday 20 September, kickin...
08/09/2026

Tour de Waltham Forest, our hugely popular annual community cycling festival, takes place on Sunday 20 September, kicking off from Lloyd Park, Walthamstow.

Whatever your level, there'll be a routes to ride and explore, alongside fun activities and cycling support. Please reserve your spot as soon as you can via the link in the first comment to avoid disappointment!

23 artists have been investigating the River Ching in the north of the borough, and creating artworks inspired by its hi...
08/09/2026

23 artists have been investigating the River Ching in the north of the borough, and creating artworks inspired by its history and nature. This work reveals connections between the Ching, the surrounding environment and local people. It is on show in a new exhibition, which opens this week.

Artists Field Notes: Wildways along the Ching runs until Saturday 5 October at Hale End Library, Highams Park.

Find out more in the link in first comment.

Photo by Laura Martinez.

08/09/2026

Jason and Elena from Lacy Nook in Wood Street infuse their Balkan style menu with fresh produce grown on site in the restaurant's garden. Watch them talk us through how to make three classic dishes using veg grown in their garden.

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