BMX Skills
2026-08-05 14:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Colombo) | Redbridge Cycling Centre, Forest Road, Ilford, IG6 3HP, GB
Suitable for competent cyclists who wish to try BMX, this course is an introduction to the basic techniques needed to ride the BMX track safely. Riders must be able to cycle standing up on the pedals out of the saddle to do this course.
3 hours
£30 (included BMX racing bike & full face helmet)
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Family History Group
2026-08-05 14:30 - 16:30 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Come and join the Family History Group and find out about the history of your own family.
Every first and third Wednesday of the month.
No need to book, just come along and join in.
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Scrabble Club at Fullwell Cross Library
2026-08-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Have some fun playing scrabble while making new friends. All skill levels are welcome.
No need to book, or phone ahead. Just drop in and join in.
All sessions are free, and scrabble sets are provided.
This will take place every Wednesday.
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Adapted Water Sports (for children with disabilities)
2026-08-05 21:00 - 22:30 | Fairlop Outdoor Activity Centre, Fairlop Outdoor Activity Centre, Forest Road, Barkingside, IG6 3HN, GB
Enjoy an exciting, fully adapted watersports session where children with disabilities and their siblings can paddle, sail and explore the water together in a safe, supportive environment.
Running from 16:30-18:00 (flexible arrival between 16:30 – 17:00), each session includes around an hour on the water with qualified, DBS-checked instructors experienced in inclusive activities.
Parents/carers providing 1-to-1 support must stay, and all families are welcome to remain on site.
Please book a space for each child attending, and remember to bring a change of clothes, a towel, water and snacks.
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Mountain Bike Skills
2026-08-06 14:00 - 17:00 | Redbridge Cycling Centre, Forest Road, Ilford, IG6 3HP, GB
An ideal taster session which is suitable for riders who have limited off road cycling experience who would like to try mountain biking.
Ages are for guidelines only so please call the Centre to check suitability of course for the child.
A parental consent form is also required prior to the session.
Courses are all held outdoors so please be prepared for inclement weather.
Refunds will only be given for course cancellations by the centre.
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Knit and Natter at Fullwell Cross Library
2026-08-06 15:00 - 16:30 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
If you enjoy knitting and a good natter then why not come along to Fullwell Cross Library and join our friendly group.
Our sessions run every other Thursday from 10:30am to 12:30pm.
All sessions are free to join, and there is no need to book ahead. Just turn up, and join in.
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Barkingside Board Games Club
2026-08-06 16:30 - 20:30 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Adults aged between 18 – 95 are welcome.
We focus on strategy board games and card games, with difficulty levels ranging from beginner to intermediate. No prior experience is required.
Board games and card games are provided. You are welcome to bring your own games, but you will be responsible for them.
A suggested donation of £1 helps support the upkeep and purchase of new board games.
Please note
If there is enough interest, a WhatsApp group and other socials will be created.
No betting or gambling of money is allowed.
This venue may change in the future due to limited seating capacity and public library restrictions on noise and on certain betting games.
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Magnetic Blocks Building
2026-08-06 18:30 - 18:50 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Come down to the library and take a try at building using our magnetic building blocks to create your very own designs and builds.
These sessions will run every Monday during the summer holidays. One session will run from 14:00 – 14:20, and the second session will run from 14:30 – 14:50.
Sessions must be booked online on Bookwhen, only 10 spaces per session.
For ages 5 – 12 years old
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Interactive Games at Fullwell Cross Library
2026-08-06 20:30 - 21:30 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
This immersive interactive children’s projector identifies and reacts to every movement from every player. The interactive projector switches seamlessly between a range of different children’s games.
Please note: Children must take their shoes off before taking part.
For ages 5 – 8 years old
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Recorder Club Advanced
2026-08-06 21:30 - 22:30 | Redbridge Music Service, John Savage Centre, Fencepiece Road, Hainault, IG6 2NB, GB
In this class pupils learn the upper notes of the recorder (over the break) and begin learning the treble recorder, building on music reading skills. At this point, pupils often chose to take RMS Stage Exams and become more independent musicians.
Entry Standard: Pupils who can play at least an octave on the descant recorder
Age: Yr.3+
Progression Routes: Recorder Club Advanced members can progress to our auditioned ensemble – Recorder Consort. Members of auditioned ensembles have the opportunity to apply for individual lessons at Redbridge Music School.
Price: £17.50 Monthly
Advance booking is required, please sign up here. Once your registration form has been processed you will receive an email confirmation of your start date and further information.
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PanVision Steel Orchestra: Ibis
2026-08-06 21:55 - 22:45 | Redbridge Music Service, John Savage Centre, Fencepiece Road, Hainault, IG6 2NB, GB
Playing steelpan is great fun. Pieces are learned by rote, so the ability to read music is not necessary. PanVision Steel Orchestra is divided into two groups: “Kiskadee” and “Ibis”. This level group is more advanced than the “Kiskadee” group. In some more complex pieces, the two groups combine, with more accessible parts being taught to the Kiskadee group.
Entry Standard: Teacher recommendation
Age: Yr.3+
Price: £17.50 Monthly
Advance booking is required, please sign up here. Once your registration form has been processed you will receive an email confirmation of your start date and further information.
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Fiddles & Co.
2026-08-06 22:00 - 23:00 | Redbridge Music Service, John Savage Centre, Fencepiece Road, Hainault, IG6 2NB, GB
This ensemble is for all string players at Grade 2 upwards and plays mostly folk-based music. Repertoire is learned by ear and from notation, and young musicians have lots of fun collaborating and supporting each other to perform an exciting range of music from folk traditions. String players in this ensemble are often also members of String Club, Junior String Orchestra, Intermediate Orchestra or Symphony Orchestra.
Entry Standard: Grade 2+
Age: Yr.5+
Progression Routes: Fiddles & Co. members can progress to our auditioned ensemble – Junior String Orchestra. Members of auditioned ensembles have the opportunity to apply for individual lessons at Redbridge Music School.
Price: £17.50 Monthly
Advance booking is required, please sign up here. Once your registration form has been processed you will receive an email confirmation of your start date and further information.
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Wellness Coffee Mornings
2026-08-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Offering safe spaces for mums to connect.
Free snacks and coffee, play space for children, indoor activities, peer support, and chats with other mums.
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Carers Support Group
2026-08-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
A space for unpaid carers to meet in person and discuss what it’s like to look after someone. All discussions will be kept within the group as it’s a time for you to express how you’re feeling. Refreshments provided.
First Friday of the month.
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Children's Film Club at Fullwell Cross Library
2026-08-07 21:30 - 23:00 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Come down to Fullwell Cross Library and see the children’s film of the week for the Summer Children’s Film Club.
The club runs every Saturday during the summer holidays on Fridays, and the film starts at 5pm.
Films will be PG rated.
The films being shown are:
Lego Movie – 31/7
Super Mario Brothers – 7/8
Shrek – 14/8
Emoji Movie – 21/8
Dogman – 28/8
For ages 5+
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Isthmian League: Redbridge vs Felixstowe & Walton United
2026-08-08 20:30 - 22:00 | London Seaward FC, Station Road, Barkingside, IG6 1NB, GB
Redbridge take on Felixstowe & Walton United in this Isthmian League – North Division fixture.
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Build and Code Your Own Car Robot at Lab FX
2026-08-10 15:30 - 17:30 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Learn the basics of doing robotics, from building the parts, connecting the components, and even programming the behaviour! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll use micro:bits, motors, lights and sensors to create your own driving car robot.
This event will occur over three sessions, and all attendees must attend every session. Please note that entry will not be permitted if you arrive more than 15 minutes after the session has started.
This event is for ages 9 – 12 yrs old
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Prostate cancer support
2026-08-11 00:00 - 02:00 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
We are committed to raising public awareness about prostate cancer, thus encouraging men to seek advice early, as the condition is responsive to treatment if detected as soon as possible.
Come along to our monthly prostate cancer support group held on the second Monday of every month.
For more information visit the Apple Prostate website.
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FAB Club
2026-08-11 21:00 - 22:00 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
A free Bible Club for primary school aged children including a Bible story, games, crafts, and fun!
Every other Tuesday from 16:30 – 17:30, Fullwell Cross Library.
Please contact info@ancbc.org for more details and how to join.
For more information you can also visit www.ancbc.org
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3D Printing Basics at Lab FX
2026-08-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Learn some of the basics of doing 3D Printing. In this session, you will see how to design your own personalised 3D model bookmark, how to slice it so that the 3D printer can understand how to print it, and have your own bookmark printed.
Due to time constraints, not all the projects will finish printing by the end of the session. All projects will be printed, and will be available for collection from Fullwell Cross Library by Wednesday 19th August.
This event is for ages 9 – 12 years old
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Storytelling Workshop with Cat & Hutch
2026-08-14 15:30 - 16:20 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Jump into the world of The Gruffalo as Cat & Hutch bring this classic and monstrous story to life through drama games, songs, puppets and storytelling exercises!
Cat & Hutch Storytellers bring children’s stories to life through interactive shows and workshops with the aim to encourage children to read for pleasure and use their imaginations to learn through play.
For ages 2 – 7 years
Drop in, free – though spaces may be limited. This event is part of Fabula Takes Over Fullwell Cross – see what else is on here!
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Fabula Takes Over Fullwell Cross
2026-08-14 15:30 - 19:30 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Get ready to take over YOUR library this summer, as Fabula Takes Over Fullwell Cross! Join us for games, crafts and face painting – plus some special workshops and storytelling with Cat & Hutch!
It’s also the perfect opportunity to sign up to this year’s Fabula Reading Challenge – where YOU set your own targets!
For ages 2-7 years and their older siblings See what’s on here
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Fabula Takeover Summer Craft at Fullwell Cross Library
2026-08-14 17:00 - 18:00 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Come join in and see the Fabula Fullwell Cross library takeover and take part in the day’s arts and crafts session to make your very own summer collage set.
No need to book ahead, just come by and join in. Limited materials available, first come first serve.
For ages 4 – 7 years old
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Goldilocks and the Three Bears
2026-08-14 18:30 - 19:20 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Join best friends Goldilocks and Not So Baby Bear as they recount the story of how they met and the mix ups that happened along the way in this playful and interactive performance with puppetry and music.
Cat & Hutch Storytellers bring children’s stories to life through interactive shows and workshops with the aim to encourage children to read for pleasure and use their imaginations to learn through play.
For ages 3-7 (younger siblings welcome)
Drop-in, free – no need to book! This event is part of Fabula Takes Over Fullwell Cross – see what else is on here!
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VR Drawing Experience: Kids' VR Session at Lab FX
2026-08-15 14:45 - 15:00 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Come take part in a VR Experience showcasing how the technology of virtual reality. In this session, see how VR technology can work alongside art in order to draw in 3D space all around.
This event is for ages 8 – 14 years old. Anyone attending from 8 to 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult throughout the session.
This session will be taking place in Lab FX in Fullwell Cross Library.
Anyone experiencing headaches, eye strain, or motion sickness while using VR will be removed from the session for their own health and safety.
Any attendee more than ten minutes late will lose their space, and it will go to someone on the waiting list.
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BrightStart Kids Coding Workshop - Scratch Coding
2026-08-15 15:30 - 16:15 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Explore basic coding concepts through simple activities.
Session delivered by educators from BrightStart, using a hands-on coding approach designed for young learners.
This event is for ages 8 – 10 years old.
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Drawing Robots: Kids' Beginner Robotics at Lab FX
2026-08-15 16:15 - 16:45 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Come and see our drawing robot draw pictures of your choice.
This activity is for ages 4-6 years old, and an adult must stay with the child throughout the session.
This session will be taking place in Lab FX in Fullwell Cross Library.
Any attendee more than ten minutes late will lose their space, and it will go to someone on the waiting list.
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BrightStart Kids Coding Workshop - Introduction to Python
2026-08-15 17:00 - 17:45 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Explore basic coding concepts through simple activities.
Session delivered by educators from BrightStart, using a hands-on coding approach designed for young learners.
This event is for ages 11+ years old.
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Isthmian League: Redbridge vs Bowers & Pitsea
2026-08-18 01:15 - 02:45 | London Seaward FC, Station Road, Barkingside, IG6 1NB, GB
Redbridge take on Bowers & Pitsea in this Isthmian League – North Division fixture.
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Big Games at Fullwell Cross and Hainault Libraries
2026-08-19 15:30 - 16:30 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Come down to the library and see our collection of giant games for kids. No need to book just drop by and join in.
Fullwell Cross Library
Wednesday 19th August, 11:00 – 12:00
Hainault Library
Friday 21st August, 11:00 – 12:00
This is for ages 4 – 10 years old.
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