Children's Play in the Park
Play in the Park is all about playing games and having fun outdoors.
No need to book, just drop in at any time. The Play in the Park team will bring a range of sports equipment and arts & crafts resources for children and their parents/carers to enjoy together*.
The team will be there to help organise activities and games.
All totally free of charge.
*Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Morning sessions 10am - 12noon
Afternoon sessions 1.30pm-3.30pm
For all dates and locations click here
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Countrycare Bat Walk
Bat Walk at Roding Valley Meadows Friday 17 May 2024 19:00 - 20:30 Cost: £2.50
Roding Valley Meadows. Meeting at the car park: Grange Farm Centre, High Road, Chigwell IG7 6DP
Come and discover what bats are present at Roding Valley Meadows. We will start with a short talk about bats and then set out with detectors to see what species we can find. Due to the nature of the walk route, there will be some rough ground and unfortunately it will not be wheelchair accessible.
5 years and above.
For more information, please contact Damien Weller on 07895 208423
For booking support call: 01992 564226
£2.50
Countrycare Dawn Chorus Walk
Saturday 4 May 2024 05:00-07:30 for ages 5 years and above
Roding Valley Meadows. Meeting Point: Public car park near David Lloyd Club, Roding Ln, Buckhurst Hill IG9 6BJ
Come and learn how to identify birds from their songs and calls, or just enjoy the dawn chorus, as it builds throughout the morning.
Due to the nature of the walk route, there will be some rough ground and unfortunately it will not be wheelchair accessible.
All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. For ages 5 years and above
£2.50
For booking support please call: 01992 564226
For more information, please contact Damien Weller: 07895 208423
£2.50
Countrycare Easter Scavenger Hunt
Monday 8 April 2024 11:00 - 13:00
Roughtally’s Wood, end of Pike Way, North Weald, CM16 6BL What 3 words: swim.value.soccer
Meeting point over bridge from entrance from Pike Way CM16 6BL
Come to one of our Local Nature Reserves for an Easter Scavenger Hunt. See how many wildlife riddles you can answer and win some Easter treats.
Children must be accompanied by an adult, no large groups please. Some uneven footpaths throughout the woodland.
Age 4-11 years
* PLEASE NOTE * - Only book children aged 4-11 years - NO NEED TO BOOK parents/guardian or siblings/other children under 4 years
£3 per child 4 and over / Under 4s free
No bikes allowed on site. Dogs on leads please.
For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226
£3.00
Cycling For Health: Wednesday Morning Rides
Cycling for Health sessions are being run by Jarvis Goodyear at Epping Forest MTB and you can now find all the information you need to know before you attend and book directly with Epping Forest MTB by clicking on the link https://www.eppingforestmtb.co.uk/cycling-for-health/
If you have any further questions about the sessions please contact Jarvis directly by email C4H@eppingforestmtb.co.uk
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Get Help and Support with your Digital Skills
Visit our drop-in centre in Epping for help, support and advice from friendly and experienced staff to help you improve your digital skills.
Get support with: Zoom, Banking, Social Media, Health Appointments
Drop-in service is free of charge, no appointment or booking needed
Held at Epping Community Hub Every Thursday 9.30am to 12.30pm at Epping Forest District Council Civic Offices, 323 High Street, Epping CM16 4BZ
Contact us to find out more Chris Seaman Email communityhub@vaef.org.uk or Call 07529 222655
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Lifewalks
Lifewalks has been transferred to a voluntary run walking scheme under the supervision of the Lee Valley Park Authority.
You can find all the information you need to know before you attend a session here:
Get active in the Lee Valley | Visit Lee Valley
If you have any questions or need clarification on anything then please email activation@leevalleypark.org.uk
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Register with the West Essex Inclusion Project
Thank you for registering to join the West Essex Inclusion Project.
EFDC is funded by Essex Short Breaks to deliver activities in West Essex and support children and young people aged 0 to 14 with autism and/or a learning disability, with a physical and/or sensory impairment. EFDC delivers a number of activities including afternoon, weekend and school holiday activities all year round. These activities are inclusive and will support your child to improve their physical and mental well-being whilst also helping them to engage with their peers and encourage them to become more independent.
Before your child starts the programme you must register and complete a medical questionnaire. You will then be contacted to discuss your child's needs and any specialist healthcare requirements. The Disability Inclusion Officer will then work with you to support your child.
Please contact Fabrizio Ferrari fferrari@eppingforestdc.gov.uk to register your interest.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask them when we contact you following your registration with the West Essex Inclusion Project. All you need to do now is complete your registration. It is important to us you answer all questions with as much detail as possible to help us begin planning to support your child.
Thank you
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Stay Safe and Well this Spring
Thursday 11 April 2024 – Sheering Village Hall, The Street, Sheering, Bishop’s Stortford, CM22 7LX
Arrive 10:30 to start 11:00 - finishes 15:30
Age 18+
Informative talks from health and wellbeing advisors on how to stay safe and well. A Seated exercise session suitable for all will take place as well as a free information bag, lunch, and an interactive performance about scamming. Health checks are available.
Book your place early to avoid disappointment.
When booking please choose number of participants first and then press Select.
For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226
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Wellbeing Wednesdays - Community Cafe
Every Wednesday 12:00 - 13:45pm at The Space, Epping Forest District Museum, 39-41 Sun Street, Waltham Abbey EN9 1EL
This Community Café in Waltham Abbey is a space where you can enjoy some light refreshments, have an opportunity to chat, meet new friends in a relaxed, warm and welcoming environment. This café is dementia friendly.
For Adults and those living with dementia.
For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226
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Wellbeing Wednesdays - Men's Shed
Every Wednesday 14:00 - 16:00 - All ages
Epping Forest District Museum, 39 Sun Street, Waltham Abbey EN9 1EL
Men’s Shed is not unlike a traditional Shed in its nature – a place full of tools and projects – but on a much larger scale and with a key difference: you’re never alone at a Men’s Shed.
For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226
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West Essex Inclusion Project - All Ability Cycling!
Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Wednesday 10th April 2024
12:00pm - 2:00pm £20 per session
Leverton Primary School, Honey Lane, Waltham Abbey EN9 3BE
Our All ability cycling session is great for building confidence when it comes to bike riding. Have a go at riding a number of adapted and different bikes where you can work with trained staff to improve your cycling skills and confidence at this fully coached session. Each session is 2 hours long, which is loads of time to have a go on the different bikes, work with qualified instructors and build your confidence on a bike.
This session is for children and young people aged 4-14 with SEND.
For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226
£20.00
West Essex Inclusion Project - Inflatables Ongar
Saturdays 12:30pm - 1:30pm at Ongar Leisure Centre, The Gables, Fyfield Rd, Chipping Ongar, Ongar CM5 0GA
6th April, 4th May, 1st June, 6th July, 3rd August, 7th September, 5th October, 2nd November, 7th December
Join us for 60 minutes of Inflatable Mayhem at Ongar Leisure Centre. With 'Wipe-out style' courses with obstacles and slides which kids can scale and climb through. Can you get to the other side without falling overboard? Alongside this have rafts and floats.
Note: all participants must be able to swim for this activity.
This session is for children and young people aged 8-14 with SEND. £10 per session.
For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226
£10.00
West Essex Inclusion Project - Inflatables Waltham Abbey
Sundays 3:15pm - 4:15pm at Waltham Abbey Leisure Centre, Hill House, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3EL
14th April, 12th May, 9th June, 14th July, 11th August, 8th September, 13th October, 10th November, 8th December.
Join us for 60 minutes of Inflatable Mayhem at Waltham Abbey Leisure Centre. With 'wipe-out style' courses with obstacles and slides which kids can scale and climb through. Can you get to the other side without falling overboard? Alongside this have rafts and floats.
Note: all participants must be able to swim for this activity.
This session is for children and young people aged 8-14 with SEND. £10 per session.
For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226