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FREE EVENT- Mindful Art Space

Starts from Friday 22 November 12.30pm - 3.30pm Weekly sessions

Drop-in for residents of Oakwood Hill & surrounding area at Oakwood Hill Community Hall, Longcroft Rise, Loughton IG10 3NB

A drop-in space to creatively express your mental health led by RMN Janet Ellington. An opportunity to be playful with art in a mindful, safe space in a small group setting and to have direct access to mental health advice.

You can drop in and out any time within the specified hours.

There is no requirement to book but if you have any questions, please contact Oakwood Hill Community Engagement Officer, Claire Evans on: 07763 218593

* Our picture is the artwork of Janice Birks who attended previous sessions with Janet and now has her own art
exhibition

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FREE Walking Football - Waltham Abbey

Every Tuesday 11.30am - 12.30pm - Town Mead Football Pitches, Brooker Road, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1JH. Ages 45+

A slower-paced version of the beautiful game, Walking Football is aimed at getting players back into the sport.

For further information call: 01992 564222 or Email kmurray@eppingforestdc.gov.uk who will put you in contact with the group

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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

Please click here for Epping Flyer

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Ladies Dance and Dine at Oakwood Hill

Come and join us for an uplifting, high energy dance class in a safe, non judgemental environment. At the end of the session we will make healthy snacks such as energy balls, flapjacks and fruit snacks.

1.15pm - 2.45pm at Oakwood Hill Community Hall, Longcroft Rise, Loughton IG10 3NB

ALL AGES AND ABILITIES WELCOME

Please wear trainers or dance shoes. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or stepping into your first class, we welcome all to join this vibrant gathering. Step out of your daily routine and into an afternoon of joy, creativity, and community at Oakwood Hill.

Online bookings by eola - Book here now

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Let’s Get Together

Epping - Every Tuesday 2.30pm - 4.30pm at The Epping Community Hub, Civic Offices, 323 High Street, Epping CM16 4BZ

Loughton - Every Wednesday 12.30pm - 2.30pm at The Oakwood Hill Community Hub, Longcroft Rise, Loughton IG10 3NB

Chigwell - Starting from 18th October Every Friday 1pm - 3pm at The Limes Centre, Limes Avenue, Chigwell IG7 5LP

These FREE weekly sessions are run by Epping Forest District Council’s Community, Development and Wellbeing team and are open to the whole community.

Come along and get to know others in your local area. Learn a new skill, play a few games, or just relax and enjoy a cup of tea and a chat.

No need to book, just turn up

If you have any further questions then please contact Karen Murray, Older Peoples Community Engagement Officer; kmurray@eppingforestdc.gov.uk

01992 564222

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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 Emily Stevens estevens@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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The Community Plot at Longfield Allotment Needs You

Come and Join Us in the Spring

Longfield Allotment Ninefields Plot L12 Abbotts Drive, Waltham Abbey, Essex. EN9 3HH (Exact location or entrance what 3 words ///count.hangs.tells )

Longfield Allotment site has been cleared and is ready to make your own. By getting involved you will not only contribute to the overall well-being of the community, but also reap countless personal rewards. Engaging with nature, learning new skills, sharing your horticultural knowledge with others, and forging meaningful connections are just a few of the benefits you can experience by becoming part of this incredible project. For 18 plus and Parents and Children.

If you want to discuss ideas on how to develop the community allotment and want to get involved, please contact: Karen Murray, Older Peoples Community Engagement Officer: kmurray@eppingforestdc.gov.uk Tel 01992 564222

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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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West Essex Inclusion Project - Animal Fun at Pets’ Corner

Friday 1 November 1:30pm - 3:30pm for children aged 5 - 14 years

Pets' Corner, Harlow Town Park, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2QG

Come join us for an opportunity to meet and greet the animals at Pets’ Corner, creating spooky Halloween themed toys for them, and crafts for us to enjoy.

This session is for children and young people aged 5-14 with SEND on The West Essex Inclusion Project. £12 per child.

Reasonable adjustments can be made to support any additional needs, please get in touch to discuss your requirements.

For more information, please contact our Disability and Inclusion Officer, Emily Stevens: estevens@eppingforestdc.gov.uk or on 07596 890 819

For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226

£12.00

West Essex Inclusion Project - Inclusion Activity Club

Sundays 12:00 - 14:00 Term time only

Great Dunmow Leisure Centre Parsonage Downs CM6 2AT

For ages 5-7 and 8-14 (Siblings welcome to attend as well)

The session includes a Bouncy castle, some structured play, born2move dancing, multi- sports and trampolining. Reasonable adjustments can be made to support any additional needs.

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

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 Emily Stevens estevens@eppingforestdc.gov.uk

For more information, please contact our Disability and Inclusion Officer, Emily Stevens: estevens@eppingforestdc.gov.uk or on 07596 890 819

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 Emergency 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.

£8.00

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

£10.00

West Essex Inclusion Project - Lambourne End Centre

Lambourne End Centre, Manor Road, Lambourne End, Essex, RM4 1NB

Tuesday 29 October for children aged 8 – 14, 10am – 2.15pm

At Lambourne End we will be exploring bushcraft and learning how to ‘live off the land’. We will also be meeting Lambourne End’s ponies and being introduced to the pony that will pull our cart, taking us on an unforgettable horse and cart trip around the site!

This session is for children and young people aged 8-14 with SEND on The West Essex Inclusion Project. £25 per child. Please contact our Disability Inclusion Officer, Emily Stevens to join The West Essex Inclusion Project. estevens@eppingforestdc.gov.uk

Reasonable adjustments can be made to support additional needs, please get in touch to discuss your requirements.

For more information, please contact our Disability and Inclusion Officer, Emily Stevens: estevens@eppingforestdc.gov.uk or on 07596 890 819

For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226

From £18.00

West Essex Inclusion Project - STING Performing Arts

Monday 28 October 10am-12pm for children aged 7-14 years

Harlow Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Harlow CM20 1LS

Enjoy 2 hours of a guided performing arts session (dance, drama, singing) at Harlow’s very own theatre, The Playhouse with Sting Performing Arts.

This session is for children and young people aged 7-14 with SEND on The West Essex Inclusion Project. £12 per child.

Reasonable adjustments can be made to support any additional needs, please get in touch to discuss your requirements.

For more information, please contact our Disability and Inclusion Officer, Emily Stevens: estevens@eppingforestdc.gov.uk or on 07596 890 819

For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226

£12.00

West Essex Inclusion Project - Urban Limitz!

Trampolining and soft play session for children age 8 – 14 with SEND and open to children living in Harlow, Epping and Uttlesford

Urban Limitz, Harlow Leisurezone, Second Ave, Harlow, CM20 3DT

Wednesdays 18:00 - 19:00:

September: 11th, 18th , 25th October: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd

Break for half term - NO Urban Limitz Wednesday 30^th October

November: 6^th, 13^th, 20^th, 27th December: 4^th, 11^th, 18th

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. This relaxed one hour session will allow your child to engage with others, have fun in the park and try out new activities and obstacle courses!

This session is for children and young people aged 8-14 with SEND and open to children living in Harlow, Epping and Uttlesford.

Activity waivers must be in place with Leisurezone - 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 estevens@eppingforestdc.gov.uk

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 Emergency contact details) will be passed to the activity provider.

£11.00

West Essex Inclusion Project – Learn to Play Cricket

New City Fitness Centre, Borders Lane, Loughton IG10 3SA

Mondays, 5-6pm beginning 4^th November for ages 8-14

November: 4^th, 11^th, 18^th, 25^th
December: 2^nd, 9^th

Enjoy fun, fast-moving indoor team games and activities to build confidence and skills in hitting the ball, running, catching, throwing, and bowling with our local cricket coach from South Loughton Cricket Club!

It would be beneficial if your child is able to attend 5 sessions to enable them to make progress and build the skills to learn this incredible sport in association with South Loughton CC!

This session is for children and young people aged 8-14 with SEND on The West Essex Inclusion Project. £8 per child. Please contact our Disability Inclusion Officer, Emily Stevens to join The West Essex Inclusion Project. estevens@eppingforestdc.gov.uk

Reasonable adjustments can be made to support additional needs, please get in touch to discuss your requirements.

For more information, please contact our Disability and Inclusion Officer, Emily Stevens: estevens@eppingforestdc.gov.uk or on 07596 890 819

For booking support or further information call: 01992 564226

£8.00