Leisure and culture news

To mark the final session of the latest Step Into Dance programme, children were treated to a special visit from Baloo, an inspirational ex-police dog. (more…)

The West Essex Inclusion Project have launched their new horse riding sessions at Barnfields Riding Stables, offering an exciting and inclusive opportunity for children with learning disabilities, autism, and physical or sensory impairments. (more…)

A new exhibition at Epping Forest District Museum in Waltham Abbey, ‘Calm and Courageous: The Second World War Home Front in the Epping Forest District,’ opens on Saturday 5 April 2025. (more…)

The pay & display machines in the Epping Forest District Council off-street car parks are being upgraded in early April. (more…)

Nature restoration company, Nattergal have exciting plans for an old equestrian centre in the heart of Nazeing. (more…)

Epping Forest District Council is taking over the operation of the Cottis Yard multi-storey car park from Monday 31 March 2025. (more…)

Loughton Leisure Centre has undergone a significant upgrade with replacing its boilers, ensuring improved energy efficiency and sustainability. (more…)

Aadi, a young attendee with L1 Cam syndrome, has made remarkable progress through the West Essex Inclusion multi-sports sessions. (more…)

The Buddy Up Project has been accepted onto the Jack Petchey Achievement Award Scheme 2025. (more…)

The High Sheriff of Essex, David Hurst, visited the district on Thursday 5 December to meet with the Epping Forest Community Safety Partnership and surprise one community champion with an award. (more…)