'How to Draw' Online Art Tutorial

Art Workshops in Your Own Home!

Our in-house artist Helen Palmer has created two fun online workshops to teach you the basics of how to draw.

Simply follow the link in your booking confirmation email and print off the images sent to you to begin your very own home tutorial.

Use these art workshops for home education, as a fun activity, or as a gift for a friend.

How to Draw Part One: Follow this 15-minute tutorial to learn the basics of linear drawing through shape. Stop, start and replay as much as you need to, as you complete the exercises with the artist.

How to Draw Part Two: This second tutorial is 35 minutes long and will introduce you to the concept and techniques of shading. Learn through watching, listening and doing in this easy to follow tutorial.

Please note the date shown is not relevant as there is no event taking place - it is only there to enable you to book on and receive the links to the two online tutorials and images.

Children's Musical in 2 Days: Matilda

Monday 21 and Tuesday 22 August 2023  10am-3.30pm both days   

For ages 6-13 years

North Weald Village Hall, High Road, North Weald, CM16 6BU

Fabulous performers required to show off your singing, dancing and acting skills in a mini version of Matilda. Working with our professional choreographer, you’ll recreate scenes and musical numbers to pop songs and musical theatre tracks from the hit film; then show them to your family and friends in a performance at the end of day two.

For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226

Children's Tiger Day!

Join us at Epping Forest District Museum on Saturday 29 July between 11am and 3pm for our super special Tiger Day! We’ll be celebrating all things tiger related with stories, trails and crafts to enjoy alongside a visit to the Tiger Who Came to Tea exhibition. 

No need to book, just come along on the day. Free but donations very much encouraged and appreciated.

Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Epping Forest District Museum, 39 – 41 Sun Street, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1EL

For more information click here.

Countrycare Reptile Walk

Reptile Walk at Roding Valley Meadows Saturday 3 June 2023, 9:30am-11:30am Cost: £2.50 

Meeting Point at the end of: South View Rd, Loughton IG10 3LG

Come and take part in a reptile survey at Roding Valley Meadows and learn more about these amazing creatures.

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 5 years and above.

Cycling For Health: Wednesday Morning Rides

From January 2023, 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

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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Loyalty Card

This card allows you to attend 10 classes of Museum Movers during the next 6 months starting from the date of purchase at a cost of £42. 

In order to use your card you will need to book onto the class ahead of time on this website so we can account for your place:

1. Go to Museum Movers on the booking page and book one of our Loyalty Card slots which are marked as £0

2. When you attend your first class after you buy your Loyalty Card please bring a copy of your Loyalty Card booking confirmation email or show on your phone so the instructor can provide you with your Loyalty Card.

3. Bring your Loyalty Card with you to each class you attend and get it stamped by the instructor.

Once you have used your 10 slots you will need to purchase a new loyalty card on our booking system.

Rebound Therapy Course

Monday 22 May & Tuesday 23 May 2023

Rebound Therapy is the use of a full sized trampoline to provide opportunities for enhanced movement patterns, therapeutic exercise and recreation for children and adults across a wide range of disabilities.

Rebound Therapy provides a wide range of physical, social, and mental well-being benefits as well as educational outcomes.   

There is no pre-requisite training to attend the course.

All necessary training to run and lead sessions is covered on the course and each candidate writes their own personal statement of limitation with the tutor's guidance.

The majority of course candidates tend to be gymnastic and trampoline coaches, SN teachers, physiotherapists, OT’s, TAs, support workers, trampoline park staff and centre managers.

Summer Memory Train - for Epping Forest District residents*

* For residents in the district living with dementia or mild cognitive impairment to enjoy with a friend, family member or carer

Wednesday 5 July 2023 10.30am to 2pm

This FREE Summer train trip is being brought to you by Epping Open Gardens, in partnership with Epping Ongar Railway and Epping Forest District Council’s Community Development and Wellbeing Team. This day out is for residents in the district living with dementia or mild cognitive impairment to enjoy with a friend, family member or carer. For Adults over 18.

The day begins at North Weald Train Station where parking and toilets are available. Arrive at 10.30am ready for the train to depart for Ongar at 11am.

There is an opportunity to alight the train at Ongar to explore the station, museum, learn about the railway and have tea and biscuits.

The train will then travel back to North Weald, where you can stay on the train for a round trip into the forest or alight the train for an earlier lunch.

The journey then continues into the forest with North Weald being the final stop where a light lunch will be available and you will have plenty of time to look around the station, see the vintage buses and use the facilities.

All attendees must be accompanied by a friend, carer or relative.

Booking your place. If you would like to join us on this lovely trip, please book here online or call 01992 564226 (phone lines open 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday not including Bank Holidays).

Disabled access. Visitors will need to sit in the train carriages so will be required to step from the platform to the carriage and undertake a short walk to a seat. Assistance is available if needed. There are disabled toilets at North Weald station and the rest of the station areas are step free.

Photos will be taken throughout the event and used on social media/media releases after the event. Please make it clear on the day if you do not wish to be in any shots.

You MUST NOT attend if you are unwell or have any Covid-19 symptoms. Symptoms include a high temperature, a new continuous cough and the loss, or a change to your sense of smell or taste. Find out more about COVID-19, and what you should do if you have symptoms on the NHS website

If you are unable to attend on the day then please inform us on 07789 372196

For booking support or further information contact kmurray@eppingforestdc.gov.uk or call 07789 372196

Meeting Point: Epping Ongar Railway, Station Road, North Weald Bassett, Epping CM16 6BT (*Please note the train leaves from North Weald Station, not Ongar) What 3 Words ///paths.focus.noises Arrive at 10.30am for 11.00am departure

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

West Essex Inclusion Project - All Ability Cycling!

Thursdays

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Gunpowder park, Waltham Abbey EN9 3GP.

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, all while exploring the Gunpowder Park.

This session is for children and young people aged 0-14 with SEND.

For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226

Please be aware that this activity is not delivered by Epping Forest District Council, therefore your Emergency Contact details (Participant Name, Participants additional needs, Guardians Name, Guardians Telephone Number, child's Date of birth, Unique Passport number and Emergancy contact details) will be passed to the activity provider and will only be used for the purposes of registration on to the session and contact in case of an emergency.

West Essex Inclusion Project - Inclusion Activity Club (Great Dunmow)

Sundays

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Great Dunmow Leisure Centre Parsonage Downs CM6 2AT.

The session would include a 1-hour family swim followed by bouncy castle, structured play, born2move dancing, multi- sports and trampolining. Parent/parents are required to be in attendance. 2 separate groups will be operating at the same time group 1 for children aged 5-7 with SEND and Group 2 age 8-14 with SEND.

This session is open to children living in Harlow, Epping and Uttlesford.

All parents/carers must complete the medical questionnaire before their child attends the session. If you have any questions or need to speak with someone regarding your child’s complex needs or specialist healthcare please email Will Fordham – Wfordham@eppingforestdc.gov.uk

This session is for children and young people aged 5-14 with SEND.

For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226

Please be aware that this activity is not delivered by Epping Forest District Council, therefore your Emergency Contact details (Participant Name, Participants additional needs, Guardians Name, Guardians Telephone Number, child's Date of birth, Unique Passport number and Emergancy contact details) will be passed to the activity provider and will only be used for the purposes of registration on to the session and contact in case of an emergency.

West Essex Inclusion Project - Kidzz Kingdom

Thursday 1 June 2023

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Harlow Leisurezone, Second Ave, Harlow, CM20 3D

West Essex Inclusion Project - Play Adventure

Mondays

3:30pm - 5:00pm

This session is for children and young people aged 0-7 with SEND.

For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226

West Essex Inclusion Project - Soccability Football Club

Saturdays 

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Saffron Walden County High School, Audley End Rd, Saffron Walden CB11 4UH

This sessions includes learning basic skills and working to improve your child’s physical abilities and equally as important help them with their communication and social skills, as well as improving their confidence. This session is open to children living in Harlow, Epping and Uttlesford.

All parents/carers must complete the medical questionnaire before their child attends the session. If you have any questions or need to speak with someone regarding your child’s complex needs or specialist healthcare please email Will Fordham – Wfordham@eppingforestdc.gov.uk.

This session is for children and young people aged 8-14 with SEND.

For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226

West Essex Inclusion Project - Sting Performing Arts Club

Wednesdays

4:45pm-5:45pm

Fairycroft House  37 Audley End House Saffron Walden CB11 3HD.

 Sting performing arts club provide fun, friendly activities including Acting, Musical Theatre, Dance, Singing delivered by highly skilled and trained instructors. This session is open to children living in Harlow, Epping and Uttlesford.

 All parents/carers must complete the medical questionnaire before their child attends the session. If you have any questions or need to speak with someone regarding your child’s complex needs or specialist healthcare please email Will Fordham – Wfordham@eppingforestdc.gov.uk.

This session is for children and young people aged 8-14 with SEND.

For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226

Please be aware that this activity is not delivered by Epping Forest District Council, therefore your Emergency Contact details (Participant Name, Participants additional needs, Guardians Name, Guardians Telephone Number, child's Date of birth, Unique Passport number and Emergancy contact details) will be passed to the activity provider and will only be used for the purposes of registration on to the session and contact in case of an emergency.

West Essex Inclusion Project - Trampolining Leisurezone

Tuesdays

Harlow Leisurezone, Second Ave, Harlow, CM20 3DT

3:45pm - 4:45pm

Coached trampolining sessions where participants will work towards learning new skills and moves whilst also developing skills such as improved mobility, balance, co-ordination, following instructions and so much more. Coaches will support participants from either the side of the trampoline or on the trampoline where necessary. Long hair must be tied back and socks must be worn when on the trampoline.

All parents/carers must complete the medical questionnaire before their child attends the session. If you have any questions or need to speak with someone regarding your child’s complex needs or specialist healthcare please email Will Fordham – Wfordham@eppingforestdc.gov.uk. 

This session is for children and young people aged 8-14 with SEND.

For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226

Please be aware that this activity is not delivered by Epping Forest District Council, therefore your Emergency Contact details (Participant Name, Participants additional needs, Guardians Name, Guardians Telephone Number, child's Date of birth, Unique Passport number and Emergancy contact details) will be passed to the activity provider and will only be used for the purposes of registration on to the session and contact in case of an emergency.

West Essex Inclusion project - Urban Limitz!

Wednesday 31 May 2023

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Harlow Leisurezone, Second Ave, Harlow, CM20 3D

Escape into Urban Limitz Adventure Trampoline Park, the ultimate indoor obstacle arena. Tackle each of the multi level challenge areas, jump, bounce and free-style your way to fun and maybe even beat your mates! This relaxed session is perfect for your child is open to children living in Harlow, Epping and Uttlesford. This one hour relaxed session will allow your child to engage with others, have fun in the park and try out new activities and obstacle courses!

All parents/carers must complete the medical questionnaire before their child attends the session. If you have any questions or need to speak with someone regarding your child’s complex needs or specialist healthcare please email Will Fordham – Wfordham@eppingforestdc.gov.uk.

This session is for children and young people aged 8-14 with SEND.

For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226

Please be aware that this activity is not delivered by Epping Forest District Council, therefore your Emergency Contact details (Participant Name, Participants additional needs, Guardians Name, Guardians Telephone Number, child's Date of birth, Unique Passport number and Emergancy contact details) will be passed to the activity provider.