That’s a wrap on our WellFest Cancer Wellness Day! We finished the day with a wonderful head wrapping demonstration and a fun-filled Zumba party finale! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and made the day so special. We hope you felt inspired, supported and connected. 🩷 #WellFest #CancerWellnessDay #Zumba #HeadWrapping #CancerSupport #CancerSupportEvent #Wellbeing #VisionRedbridge #Redbridge @RedbridgeLive

🌍 It's Black History Month Week 4! Discover, Create & Celebrate in Redbridge! 🎶 Join Jane Grell’s Rhyme Time at Goodmayes Library for under-5s, or get creative with Abstract Mosaic Craft at Redbridge Central Library for under-12s. 🖼️ Explore A Language of Colour and Form, an exhibition by Venetta Nicole, celebrating colour, shape, texture and movement through vibrant, expressive art. 📚 Celebrate Black History Month by discovering inspiring stories and perspectives from Black authors in our libraries, eBooks and eAudiobooks. There’s something for everyone to enjoy this Black History Month! See the full programme on our website: vrcl.uk/bhm #BlackHistoryMonth #RhymeTime #ArtExhibition #CuratedReads #RedbridgeLibraries #Redbridge #VisionIsCulture #VisionRedbridge

Join us at Serenity Ilford on Sunday 8 November, 11:30am - 2:30pm for the launch of Strong Mama Society. Enjoy a guided workout, meaningful conversations and a welcoming space to recharge and build connections with local mums. 🩷 Suitable for all fitness levels 🩷 Refreshments and goody bags, including treats from Weleda 🩷 A special video and maternal mental health resources from PANDAS Foundation 🩷 Affirmations, conversation cards and a reflective activity Mums only. Non crawling babies are welcome! Find out more: vrcl.uk/mama-reset – at Ilford, London

📱 Your local library, right in your pocket! 📚 Meet the Vision Libraries app - making it easier to make the most of your local library, wherever you are! ⚙️ Manage your library account anytime, anywhere 📲 Use your phone as your library card 📖 Borrow items from your phone 🖨️ Print to the library 🎁 Enjoy exclusive rewards and discounts 🎧 Explore digital books and audiobooks on the go and much more! Your library, your way. ⬇️ Download the Vision Libraries app today from the Apple App Store or Google Play and discover a whole new way to enjoy your library. 🔗 Visit vrcl.uk/library-app to get started! @RedbridgeLive #VisionLibraries #LibraryApp #YourLocalLibrary #DigitalLibrary #VisionIsLibraries #RedbridgeLibraries #DiscoverYourLibrary #LoveYourLibrary #Redbridge

✨ Accessibility is at the heart of our Festival of the Dead ✨ We're making the festival more inclusive with: 🎧 Audio Description by VocalEyes 🤟 BSL interpreted sessions 🌿 Quiet spaces and relaxed performances ♿ Accessible venues and routes 🐕 Service dogs welcome 📖 Easy Read guides Join us on Friday 30 October for our Accessible Craft Workshop, Touch Tour and Audio Described Parade. The Touch Tour gives blind, visually impaired and SEN audiences the chance to explore the performance space, props and sounds before the parade begins. 📧 [email protected] Booking essential, places are limited Find out more about Festival of the Dead and book your place today for the Accessible Craft Workshop, Touch Tour and Audio Described Parade by VocalEyes: visionrcl.org.uk/festivaloft… #FestivalOfTheDead #AccessibilityMatters #RedbridgeEvents #InclusiveCulture

Your local library, right in your pocket! 📚 Meet the Vision Libraries app - making it easier to make the most of your local library, wherever you are! ⚙️ Manage your library account anytime, anywhere 📲 Use your phone as your library card 📖 Borrow items from your phone 🖨️ Print to the library 🎁 Enjoy exclusive rewards and discounts 🎧 Explore digital books and audiobooks on the go and much more! Your library, your way. ⬇️ Download the Vision Libraries app today from the Apple App Store or Google Play and discover a whole new way to enjoy your library. 🔗 Visit vrcl.uk/library-app to get started! #VisionLibraries #LibraryApp #YourLocalLibrary #DigitalLibrary #VisionIsLibraries #RedbridgeLibraries #DiscoverYourLibrary #LoveYourLibrary #Redbridge

📢 South Woodford Library and Gym is coming soon! 🏃 Get ready to discover a refreshed gym featuring brand-new Matrix fitness equipment, dedicated strength, functional fitness and cardio zones, and modernised facilities designed for all fitness levels. 📚 Plus, enjoy a refreshed library with new study spaces, furnishings and books. Register your interest to be the first to hear when we're back! vrcl.uk/sw-library-gym #Gym #Fitness #LocalGym #SouthWoodford #SouthWoodfordLibraryAndGym #GymRefurb #LibraryRefurb #ComingSoon #Reopening #VisionRedbridge #Redbridge

✨ Join us for Mama Reset, an afternoon dedicated to movement, connection and self-reflection in a supportive space for mums. 💖 Guided workout 💖 Refreshments, water bottle & goody bag 💖 Connect with like-minded mums 💖 Wellbeing activities & affirmation cards 💖 Maternal mental health support resources 📅 Sunday 8 November 2026 ⏰ 11:30am-2:30pm 📍 Serenity Ilford 🎟️ £25 | Limited to 30 places (hurry, book your place today!) 🤍 Mums only. Non-crawling babies welcome. Secure your place today: tickettailor.com/events/stro… #MamaReset #StrongMamaSociety #MumWellbeing #MentalHealthAwareness #IlfordEvents #Redbridge #Redbridgevents #Parents

Mouth watering roasts are BACK from 30 October! 🍽️ 📍1856 Cafe ️ Sundays | 11:00am – 3:30pm #sundayroast #roastdinner #hainaultforest #yorkshirepudding

📺 **Redbridge is back on the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow!** 🏛️ Did you spot Valentines Mansion & Gardens in the first episode of *Antiques Roadshow* on 20 September? You can see more of our historic venue in the next episode on **Sunday 18 October at 8pm on BBC One**. Presenter Fiona Bruce will learn about the fascinating history of **Ilford Photo**, the iconic photographic manufacturer with strong links to our borough. Nishat from Redbridge Museum & Heritage Centre will share insights into its heritage, shining a spotlight on an important part of Redbridge’s history. Set in beautiful Valentines Park, the Grade II* listed Valentines Mansion is one of our borough’s most treasured historic landmarks. We’re delighted to see Redbridge’s heritage showcased to audiences across the UK! 💚 📅 Sunday 18 October ⏰ 8pm 📺 BBC One #Redbridge #AntiquesRoadshow #ValentinesMansion #IlfordPhoto #RedbridgeHeritage

🩷 Cancer WellFest is coming to Redbridge Central Library on Tuesday 20 October! Join us for a welcoming day of wellbeing, movement and support for anyone affected by cancer, as well as their families, carers and support networks. We're delighted to welcome our keynote speaker, Dr Philippa Kaye, an award-winning author, GP and cancer survivor, who will be sharing her experiences and insights on the day. Alongside this, enjoy gentle exercise sessions, relaxation activities, sound bathing, wellbeing support and the opportunity to connect with others in a supportive environment. ✨ Take time for yourself, learn from inspiring speakers and discover practical ways to support your wellbeing. 🎟️ Spaces are limited, so book your place today and come along! 🔗 visionrcl.org.uk/events/comm… @redbridgecouncil #CancerWellFest #CancerSupport #Wellbeing #Redbridge #VisionRCL

🎭 CURTAIN UP! CELEBRATE ACT 2! 🎉 After two years, the Kenneth More Theatre reopens this New Year's Eve with a special gala featuring music, dance, drama, comedy & surprises! Celebrating our past. Welcoming our future. ❤️ Tickets now on sale! Book yours online today: visionrcl.org.uk/events #KennethMoreTheatreiscomingback

...Sugar, spice & all things nice! 🎃 Cosy up this autumn with a warming Pumpkin Latte or keep it cool with a chilled iced Spiced Latte🧋 ☕️Hot or iced, sip into the season at Hainault Forest - 1856 Cafe! #autumndrinks #pumpkinspice #spicedlatte #cosyseason #pumpkinseason #autumnvibes

🎃 Spooky season has arrived at The Boathouse, Fairlop Waters! 🧡 🍂 We’ve been getting into the Halloween spirit with some fang-tastic decorations, creating the perfect spooky setting for this October! 🍁 Make The Boathouse your next autumn stop! vrcl.uk/fairlop-waters #TheBoathouse #FairlopWaters #HalloweenDecorations #SpookySeason #HalloweenVibes #Cafe #VisionRedbridge #VisionIsParks #Redbridge

A sneak peak behind the curtain at @KMTheatre. There’s progress happening backstage. All internal scaffolding has now been removed 👷🏾 The contractors Longley Group are now starting work backstage as we take another step towards bringing the theatre back to life 🤗 Stay tuned for more updates ✨

🌍 It's week 3 of Black History Month! There’s still so much to celebrate! 🎉 From dance and comedy to powerful Windrush stories and inspiring art, join us this week for a fantastic lineup of events for all ages. 🕺 Dance Workshop with Oxygen Arts (ages 7+) Join the Black British Ballet project for a fun, inclusive dance workshop blending ballet, contemporary, African and Caribbean styles, led by a professional dancer. 🎤 Honouring our Communities - a Windrush Story (all ages) Enjoy a family fun afternoon with Weininger Irwin and the Ageless Teenager, exploring Windrush Generation stories from 1948 to the late 1990s. 🤣 COBO: Comedy Shutdown (ages 16+) Celebrate Black History Month with COBO for an evening of hilarious comedy, featuring talented comedians guaranteed to bring the laughs and good vibes. 🎨 Exhibition: Venetta Nicole - A Language of Colour and Form (all ages) A Language of Colour and Form showcases Venetta Nicole’s vibrant artwork, exploring colour, shape, texture and movement through personal experiences, cultural heritage and emotion. Learn more and see the full programme here: vrcl.uk/bhm #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2026 #BlackHistoryMonthUK #CelebrateBlackHistory #BlackCulture #CommunityEvents #BHMEvents #CelebrateCulture #VisionRedbridge #Redbridge

Save the date! 👻 With Hainault Forests Halloween Market just around the corner, expect autumn crafts, seasonal finds and even vegan, natural soap bars from one of our makers 🫧 31 Oct – 1 Nov • 9:00 – 16:00 • Foxburrows Barn • Free entry #localmarket #HainaultForest #FamilyActivities #halloweenevents #naturalsoap

🏋️‍♀️ Welcome to Wanstead Leisure Centre – your local hub for fitness, sport and community activities. Whether you're looking to work out in the gym, join a group exercise class, play Racquet sports, or take part in Junior Gym sessions - we have something for everyone! ✅ Gym and Group Exercise Classes✅ Racquet Sports✅ Junior Gym Looking for a venue for your club, event or regular activity? We also offer hall and gymnasium hire. Find out more and start your fitness journey today: 👉 vrcl.uk/wanstead #Wanstead #Wansteadleisurecentre #Leisurecentre #Redbridge #fitness #sports #sportsfacility

💀 Celebrate Festival of the Dead with us on Thursday 29 October and Friday 30 October at Redbridge Central Library and Wanstead Library! 🌼 Experience colourful, vibrant performances including: 🎺Mariachi duos 💃Traditional dancers 🤹Stilt walkers 🚶Strolling performances Perfect for the whole family, the festival also features storytelling, face painting and plenty of other activities to enjoy throughout the day. Find out more and plan your visit: 👉visionrcl.org.uk/festivaloft… #Festivalofthedead #Familyfun #Redbridgelibrarires #Libraryactivities #Culturalactivities #Redbridge #Ilford #Wanstead