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Your Council keeping residents informed Issue 149 2 November 2015 www.walthamforest.gov.uk @wfcouncil Celebrating The Scene The Scene at Cleveland Place, See in Walthamstow town centre, Leisure Centre reaches its peak Page 5 marks its fi rst anniversary later this month Over the last year The Scene development, living in one of the at Cleveland Place has seen new affordable shared ownership hundreds of people move in, four properties. restaurants enjoy brisk trade and Jessica said: “I wanted to live in the return of a permanent cinema Walthamstow as it has all the facilities to the borough for the fi rst time in I require, especially The Scene literally more than a decade. right on my doorstep. What I really “This past year has been a like is living so close to Walthamstow fantastic fi rst step for the cinema and Marshes. I’m into cycling, and within it is proving to be a huge success minutes of the town centre you have with local residents,” Adam Root, countless cycle paths which can take General Manager of the state-of- you there. the-art nine screen multiplex, told “I’m really glad the shared Waltham Forest News. ownership programme exists, Since opening, 300,000 fi lm-goers because otherwise it would not be have fl ocked to the fl icks to watch possible for many lower to middle over 240 different movies and enjoy income young professionals to almost 7,000 hot dogs! purchase a home.” Food lovers have packed out The Council’s ‘Shaping a Nando’s, Pizza Express, Turtle Bay borough for everybody’ campaign and Grillstock, with the latter holding is committed to providing much- the UK’s largest BBQ and music needed Council, affordable and festival in the borough this summer private homes alongside the facilities and Turtle Bay going on to open to support this growth, such as more further outlets across London. Later jobs, additional school places and Construction of the new Waltham Forest Leisure Centre, in Chingford Road, this month Yum Yum Thai restaurant better transport links. is continuing apace with the steel frame that will eventually house the centre now complete. Council Leader, Chris Robbins, and Cllr Ahsan Khan, Cabinet will be the fi fth eatery to begin Member for Health and Wellbeing, helped mark the occasion by installing the trading at The Scene. More info fi nal bolt in the huge steel structure on Thursday 22 October Jessica Hartog and her husband For more information, visit www. are just two of the new residents walthamforest.gov.uk/shaping or of the 121 new homes in the phone 020 8496 3000.
You can help the Council tackle housing fraud by reporting it if you believe someone claiming social housing: 2 News Housing for older people n Council pledges housing help for older residents n Strategy aims to support independent living
lives for as long as possible. supported-living scheme. The borough has seen a As well as ensuring there is a handful of new supported-living range of housing options available, housing schemes open or begin the Council’s Older People’s construction over the past 12 Housing Strategy will look at ways months as a result of partnership to better support older people to working between the Council live independently and in their own and development partners. This home, and make sure they can includes Verdon Roe Court and easily access advice about what Cllr Angie Bean and Cllr Khevyn Limbajee joined older residents for a tour Windmill Court in Chingford, which kind of housing is right for them. of Verdon Roe Court, a new extra care housing scheme, earlier this year have already provided 89 homes for residents who need extra care or More info some form of help day-to-day, and To learn more about housing Efforts to create more new part of Waltham Forest’s newly- strategy builds on steps being Foundry Mews, in Walthamstow, in Waltham Forest, visit www. homes and improve existing unveiled Older People’s Housing taken by the Council to help older which once complete will feature walthamforest.gov.uk/housing. housing for people aged 50 and Strategy. people and those with support seven one bed and two wheelchair Follow the Council on Twitter over are being stepped up as Announced last month, the needs live fulfi lling, independent accessible homes as part of a @wfcouncil.
Dr Patrice Resident, Leyton In my opinion Baptiste
Growing up in Leyton, I and whatever dream you may have; much negativity around us, so it talented individuals working in bigger and better, inspiring more was met with a number of anything is possible. is vital that we do not let it affect amazing careers to speak to the and more students who will in turn challenges. I did not have It is imperative that the young us. Instead, we should focus on students. The fi rst of the careers inspire others. access to the best education people living in our borough meet being a productive member of the sessions were carried out during I have written an article on the money could buy, and I successful individuals who were community, always giving back to the week commencing Monday 19 Black History Month website, certainly did not live in a once in their situation; sitting in their those less fortunate than ourselves. October. which outlines some of my privileged neighbourhood. classrooms. We need to engage I always try to make time to visit The talks were well-received by experiences and thoughts on Despite those challenges, I with young people in a relatable the local comprehensive school I the students, who gave a lot of being positive members in our never stopped working hard way, offer support and a positive attended – Holy Family Catholic positive feedback. I aim to continue society. To read it, visit www. and believing in myself. message. Then, they will be School – as I want to show the offering talks to local schools. blackhistorymonth.org.uk and Today, I am proud to call myself motivated and inspired to achieve students there that I made it to Hopefully, in time, they will become search ‘Dr Patrice Baptiste’. a doctor. I know how hard it whatever it is they want; knowing a top university and I graduated was to achieve but I did it with a that help is there for them should achieving my dream. supportive family backing me all they need it. I want them to realise that they Want to have your say? the way. That is my message to I believe so much in helping are intelligent and powerful young If you live or work in Waltham Forest, have something you’d like to get off everyone in the community – you others, and I always look for individuals with a bright future your chest, and can do it in around 350 words; Waltham Forest News wants can achieve anything you set your ways in which I can contribute ahead of them. I have recently to hear from you. Email [email protected] and tell mind to. Whatever age you are, positively to society. There is so arranged a series of talks from us what you’d like to write about.
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The offi cial independently audited free letterbox delivery of Waltham Forest News is 96,794, ABC Regional Dec 2013 to Dec 2014 Issue 149 I 2 November 2015 www.walthamforest.gov.uk 3 Housing for older people Focusing on In brief Mini-Holland “By taking big steps together we can help people of all ages and abilities lead healthier lives by encouraging them to walk and cycle more, make it easier for residents to use alternative modes of transport The Council is investigating and give residential roads back to how it can remove and the people who live on them. replant mature trees from Whipps Cross Roundabout “Throughout this whole process, we remain keen to ensure that public consultation and engagement Tree plans plays a central role, and we want to The Council has allayed concerns continue to improve our processes about mature trees on the Whipps and learn from residents. Cross Roundabout with the news that “In order to ensure that we take it will investigate removing, replanting account of the needs of all of our and preserving them as part of Epping residents, the Council decided Forest when the junction is redesigned. last week that we will develop a The works are part of the Mini-Holland bespoke engagement strategy for Programme that will make the junction residents with mobility needs and safer for drivers and people who cycle, The Mini-Holland Programme aims to encourage more residents to walk and cycle. Pupils at St Joseph’s Junior School, Leyton visual impairments, and those who and more accessible for pedestrians and enjoyed a cycle safety activity day on 22 October provide services for them.” bus passengers. The redesign will return On the same day as the council around 1,850 square metres of existing meeting, a cycling activity day was highway land back to Epping Forest, held at St Joseph’s Junior School increasing accessible open space in this Residents voiced their concerns any changes to road layouts, the Village scheme saw a number of (Vicarage Road, Leyton). The event area significantly. about the Mini-Holland emergency services are referred to changes come about as a direct included a Smoothie Bike, cycling • For more information, email Programme at a Full Council as ‘statutory consultees.’ result of feedback from consultations sessions and a visit from Wow Bear [email protected] or call 020 8496 3000. meeting on Thursday 22 This means that the Council has and resident workshops. These (pictured, above). October. A protest took place to consult with them, and if they included the road closure changing The latest stage of consultation outside the Town Hall ahead raise objections about proposed from Pembroke Road/Grove Road into proposals for changes to Lea of a lively debate between schemes the Council has to to Eden Road; Merton Road and Bridge Road opened on Friday 30 Beat flu this councillors, with residents reconsider the plans. All changes Fraser Road made no entry with a October and closes on Wednesday speaking both for and against brought about by the Mini-Holland short section of one-way only at the 2 December 2015. This covers the winter the scheme. Programme have been through junctions with Lea Bridge Road; and section of Lea Bridge Road from With winter approaching, residents are The Council recognised concerns this process, and the emergency First and West Avenue made one- Lammas Road to Wood Street. being given advice to help them stay raised by people in the local services have not raised objections. ways with no entries. healthy during periods of cold weather. communities affected, as the The Council also provides the Cllr Clyde Loakes, Deputy People most at risk of getting flu, including scheme transforms the borough emergency services with regular Leader and Cabinet Member for More info those aged 65 years or over, who are to encourage walking and cycling. updates, with six-weekly liaison Environment, said: “Mini-Holland View the proposed improvements pregnant and who have certain medical In addition to making healthy ways meetings taking place with all local is bringing radical change, so it’s and complete the consultation conditions, are eligible for free flu jabs. Flu of travelling the easiest option, emergency services. Consultation completely understandable that questionnaire online at https:// is highly infectious with symptoms that Mini-Holland aims to improve the will also continue on the scheme there’s a great deal of discussion lbrproposals.commonplace. come on very quickly, so if you’re in an ‘at borough for everyone, with better with surveys, resident design and, in some cases, concern about is. To request a paper copy of risk’ group it is important that you have pavements and roads, public workshops and drop-in sessions the changes. This is why we want the consultation document and your flu vaccination. There’s also a nasal spaces, less congestion, improved helping to shape and improve the to continue to work constructively questionnaire, email miniholland@ spray flu vaccine available for children air quality and reduced rat-running. programme. with residents and businesses to walthamforest.gov.uk or phone aged two, three and four years old – plus At the meeting, the Council For instance, the Walthamstow take the scheme forward. 020 8496 3000. children in school years one and two – as decided to continue to build upon part of the NHS childhood vaccination the consultation work that is taking programme. Keeping warm over the place. Over 5,000 consultation Fact file winter months can help prevent colds, flu responses have already been As a result of the Full Council meeting, the Council agreed to: or more serious health conditions such as heart attacks, strokes, pneumonia and received and over 1,000 emails n Continue to develop the engagement and consultation methodology with residents, businesses and responded to, as well as many depression. If you have reduced mobility, conversations at street stalls and the emergency services. are aged 65 or over, or have a health engagement events across the n Prepare a new tailored strategy for engagement and consultation with those residents with mobility condition such as heart or lung disease, you’re advised to heat your home to at borough. needs and visual impairments and those who provide services to them. least 18C (64F). In addition, eating well and One important point to note is n Continue to implement the borough-wide 20mph policy, which was agreed by Council in April 2012. staying active helps to keep you warm and the role of emergency services protect you against falling ill. – the ambulance service, police n Continue to prepare Equality Impact Assessments for each scheme. • For more information on staying well and fire brigade – in any road n Measure air quality through detailed research to help to measure the impact of the programme. this winter, visit www.nhs.uk/staywell. changes. When the Council makes 4 Priorities Enjoying life in Waltham Forest Waltham Forest Council wants to help improve the lives of everyone living and working in the borough, helping them stay healthy and happy. Here, we look at some of the ways the Council is trying to achieve this goal.
Providing fi rst-rate leisure facilities, offering family-friendly events and encouraging residents to take part in free leisure pursuits are all ways in which the Council is improving quality of life in Waltham Forest
Keeping you and your family promises to be the jewel in the Sporting success in parks, open spaces and some so pack a picnic rug and enjoy the entertained with free events, crown of this programme. We want to help encourage indoor locations during the winter family-friendly display. The display is hosting exciting activities and Last month, the development people to live healthy lifestyles, months. Aside from the obvious free; no ticket is required to enter. exhibitions at award-winning project reached a milestone with the which is why we’re organising and health benefi ts, the scheme gives The free fun continues at galleries, museums and completion of the gigantic steel frame supporting a range of different people the chance to exercise Waltham Forest Town Hall on libraries and investing in leisure that will eventually house the centre. sport and exercise initiatives. outside for free, and the social Friday 27 November with a Diwali opportunities throughout the Scheduled to open in autumn On Sunday 11 October, Leyton element of meeting new people is celebration. From 7pm there borough to help you get active. 2016, Waltham Forest Leisure Jubilee Park hosted the fi rst an attraction for many. will be music, entertainment, a These are all ways in which Centre will boast a range of Leader’s Fun Run to raise money And for the swimmers out there, short fi rework display and hot we’re working hard to ensure facilities including a 25m, eight-lane on behalf of children’s charity Leyton Leisure Centre, Chingford food on sale. Then, on Sunday everyone living in Waltham competition pool, teaching pool, NSPCC. Participants could also Leisure Centre and Leytonstone 13 December, you can join us to Forest enjoys a good quality four-court sports hall, an activity walk the course rather than run or Leisure Centre subscribe to the celebrate the Jewish Festival of of life. We want people of all Council’s free swimming offer for Lights at a Hanukkah Celebration in ages and walks of life to have To help bring communities together, we under 18s, over 60s and residents the Council Chamber from 4pm to opportunities to live healthier organise an exciting events programme with a disability. 6pm. The event will see the eighth lives, enjoy community events candle on the Hanukiah lit, and with friends, try new activities every year. And there’s still more to Events all-year feature live entertainment, including and meet new people. come in 2015. To help bring communities fi re eaters and klezmer music – with together in celebration, we organise a variety of kosher refreshments to Healthy and happy room/studio and a soft play area for jog, and dozens of local children an exciting events programme enjoy. The Council’s multi-million children. got involved, too. every year – and there’s still more to pound leisure centre investment In addition, visitors will have Leyton Jubilee Park is one of come in 2015. programme, which has already access to an extreme sports zone many sites in the borough that At 7pm on Thursday 5 More info delivered newly-refurbished centres with a climbing wall, dance studios, boasts free fi tness sessions as part November, a family-friendly Find out about all of the events, in Chingford, Leyton, Leytonstone a new gym and changing facilities of the Our Parks initiative. Funded fi reworks display will be held on activities and leisure opportunities and Walthamstow, is all about and both wet and dry health and by the Council, Our Parks features Chestnuts Field, behind Waltham on offer in Waltham Forest by giving residents more opportunities wellbeing spa areas. The centre will activities to suit all ages and Forest Town Hall (Forest Road, E17 visiting www.walthamforest. to get active. And Waltham Forest also have 1m and 3m diving boards abilities, including circuit training, 4JF), to mark Bonfi re Night. There gov.uk/enjoylife. Keep up to date Leisure Centre, which is set to and an outdoor fl oodlit artifi cial boot-camps, women-only exercise will be a huge funfair and a great with all the latest Council news on be one of the biggest in London, sports pitch. classes and yoga. They take place selection of food and drink on offer, Twitter @wfcouncil. Issue 149 I 2 November 2015 www.walthamforest.gov.uk 5 What you say Residents tell Waltham Forest News what they think about the Council’s efforts to ensure all residents enjoy a good quality of life in Waltham Forest
Harold Bedasee, Chingford Robert Jennings, Chingford Sylvia Laker, Walthamstow Kerrie Briggs, Chingford John and Penny Ginn, Chingford
“It’s good to put on “I think the leisure centres in “I love Lloyd Park and the “I take my son to Memorial “It’s a good thing that the fi reworks displays for the the borough are great and William Morris Gallery. Park regularly and we parks and leisure centres kids. Investing in their a professional fi reworks I think the money the also go swimming in the are having money spent on happiness and giving them display is something lots Council invested into them borough. His nan is taking them. It encourages kids those kinds of experiences of people in the borough is money well spent.” him to the fi reworks, so we away from their computers is well worth it.” enjoy.” enjoy a lot of the things on and into doing some offer.” exercise.”
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This van will not be used for any more fly-tipping A crushing blow A van that was used to fly-tip building waste in Folly Lane, Walthamstow over the summer has been crushed as part of the Council’s crackdown on enviro- crime. Martin Ward, of Shelbourne Road, Tottenham, was convicted last month and given a six-week suspended Waltham Forest Council’s Neighbourhoods Officers are ready prison sentence. When he was arrested, to welcome new Snow Angels Council officers used new powers to seize his vehicle, which he went on to forfeit. Waltham Forest Council spends £1.5million a year clearing up fly-tipping and takes a zero-tolerance approach to anyone who rubbishes the borough. • To report fly-tipping, or book a bulky waste collection, visit www. walthamforest.gov.uk/mystreet or Snow Angels ready to phone 020 8496 3000. Conman show some grit warning Waltham Forest Council’s Trading n Standards Service is alerting local Council’s Snow Angels initiative is geared up for the coming winter residents to two recent cases of conmen n Over 1,000 volunteers are now signed up to the innovative scheme in the borough. In one case cold callers offered a resident the opportunity to have Waltham Forest Council is “We’ve gone from a handful of that people who may naturally to Snow Angels, the Council has works carried out on his property free of prepared for the winter, with a plucky volunteers to over 1,000 worry about slipping in the wintry also greatly increased the number charge for the duration of his lifetime if he signed over his home to them upon fleet of gritters on standby and Snow Angels, and now have conditions, such as the elderly, of grit bins it has deployed about his death. In another, distraction burglars a set of contingency plans in people in every nook and cranny pregnant women or those with the borough, upping them from targeted an 81-year-old resident, running place to ensure vital services of the borough out clearing snow disabilities, avoid being stuck inside 97 in 2009 to 176 today. It has off when they set off her burglar alarm are maintained should snow whenever it arrives.” their home through fear.” also put them in strategic spots when trying to disarm it. descend on the borough. Anyone who volunteers to Earlier this year, Ian Ballard around the borough so that Council • Phone Waltham Forest Trading But it’s not just the Council lying become a Snow Angel is provided from Colworth Road, Leytonstone employees and Snow Angels alike Standards on 020 8496 3000 or email in wait for wintry conditions to take with a 20kg bag of grit, a branded became the 1000th Snow Angel have convenient access. tradingstandards@walthamforest. hold. In garages and sheds all over hi-visibility vest, protective gloves and was presented with a special There’s still the opportunity gov.uk. the borough more than a thousand and a snow scoop or shovel by the commemorative high visibility vest for residents to sign up to Snow Angels have equipment Council – all free of charge. by Cllr Loakes. become Snow Angels, so if you stored and ready to go at the first “It’s a truly brilliant scheme,” said Ian said: “I thought it would be a think you could help keep your Shop fined sight of snow. Cllr Loakes. “When we first launched good thing to do to put my name neighbourhood safe during the A Leyton shopkeeper, who sold alcohol The Council’s Snow Angels it there was much muttering from down and lend a hand as and winter get in touch – there’s snow to a 15-year-old child last summer, scheme was established way back cynics about why residents should when we get some snow. I mean time like the present! has been fined £200 and ordered to in 2009, with local people being be doing the work of the Council. it’s not like we get a lot, so given pay costs of over £500 following a asked if they could lend a hand “The truth is people understand the Council is providing all the prosecution brought by Waltham Forest when paths and pavements got that the Council can’t keep every equipment it didn’t seem like too More info Council last month. On 15 July 2014, the covered in snow. The idea being single path and pavement clear of much to ask. To find out more about winter Council’s Trading Standards team carried that if everyone mucked in to clear snow every hour of the day. The “I think it is important that planning visit www.walthamforest. out alcohol test purchases to ensure a path in their neighbourhood, the concept was simply that we could neighbourhoods and communities gov.uk/winter-maint. To volunteer vendors in the borough are complying borough could be a safer place. help those people fit and healthy take some responsibility for as a Snow Angel phone Street with the law. A minor was able to “It has to be said,” remarked Cllr enough to shovel a little snow and themselves and that we all pitch in Services on 020 8496 3000 or purchase a bottle of ‘WKD Original Blue’ alcohol from Orient Supermarket at 212 Clyde Loakes, Deputy Leader and spread a little grit the opportunity to when we can. It’s good to do your email environmental.services@ walthamforest.gov.uk. High Road, Leyton. Cabinet Member for Environment, do so in their street. bit and I particularly like the fact You can also read the Snow Code at • For more information, phone 020 “the scheme has ‘snowballed’ since “It’s a great example of that I will be helping my neighbours www.metoffice.gov.uk/learning/ 8496 3000 or email tradingstandards@ it was first put in place six years volunteering that makes your in Colworth Road.” get-ready-for-winter/out-and- walthamforest.gov.uk. ago! community a better place. It means As well as providing equipment about/the-snow-code. 8 What’s On
10 per cent off first booking. Cash or Backbending and to availability. Admission costs 50p for your Christmas shopping and enjoy the adults. atmosphere and refreshments! Lots of cheque only. For more information, or to Heart-Opening To book a table, email t.friends@ Sports and book, phone Sabrina on 07521 476 573, holyfamily.waltham.sch.uk or phone the things will be on sale including gifts, email [email protected] or visit Workshop school office on 020 8520 0482. cards and homemade cakes, and a raffle fitness www.zenfalco.com. Saturday 7 November, 3–5.30pm with some great prizes – you might just Leyton Yoga, 691 High Road Leyton, Charity Quiz be a winner! Entry costs 50p. For more E10 6RA Capoeira Classes Reiki Project Saturday 14 November, 7pm information, phone Debra on 07906 007 The heart is our embodied home of love, Mondays and Wednesdays, 6–7pm Tuesday 3 November St John’s Church Hall, Leytonstone High 613. compassion and pure joy. This yoga (children 5+) and 7–8pm (adults) 18A Orford Road, E17 9LN Road, E11 1HH workshop with Hermione Armitage will Walthamstow Leisure Centre, 243 Reiki is a form of healing that works with Book a table for teams of six people. Please OSY Persian Pop up break down the step-by-step physical Markhouse Road, E17 8RN the life force energy that flows through all bring your own drinks and glasses. All Saturday 21 November, 6.30–10.30pm practice of advanced backbending to Capoeira is a Brazilian art form that living things. When one’s energy is free proceeds in aid of St John’s Church Fund. The Old Station Yard Café, 186 Wood allow us to courageously open our hearts combines martial arts, dance, music and flowing, one is in balance physically and Tickets cost £8 including curry buffet and Street, E17 3NA and better tend our inner heart fire. acrobatics. Training capoeira involves all emotionally. This is a non-profit project and are on sale now. Booking is essential, as The Old Station Yard Café will be hosting a Previous experience of vinyasa yoga is muscle groups and exercises the whole our aim is to bring healing to the masses. spaces are limited. For more information, pop up Persian three course dinner at £25 recommended. Pre-booking advised. body and mind. Suitable for all ages and Have an open mind, and see what we can or to book, phone 020 8989 5479 or per head. You may bring your own bottle £22. For more information, email abilities, and a fantastic activity for children. do for you. For more information, email email [email protected]. (no corkage!). We are opposite Wood Street [email protected] or visit www. First class free, then £9 per class. All [email protected] or Station, inside the industrial complex. Free leytonyoga.com/workshops. levels welcome. Discount for children and phone 07940 260 558. Grand Christmas Quiz parking will be available on site. For more students. For more information, Saturday 28 November, 7.30pm information, and bookings, please email phone 07462 745 158, email 50+ Tai Chi for Health Acupuncture and Mornington Hall, The Green Walk, E4 7EN [email protected]. Saturday Mornings [email protected] Chinese Massage CADOS presents this popular annual event. or visit www.sacimaculele.com Walthamstow Academy, Billet Road, Acupuncture and Tiu Na (massage) have Tables of 8, or book individually and we Need a Speaker? Free Walthamstow E17 been used for over 2000 years to treat will find you a team. Sumptuous buffet, talks offered A relaxed class aimed at the over 50s, West Essex Ramblers physical and emotional problems including including veggie options and delicious Dates and times to suit you/your group Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and focusing on improving health. Beginners back and knee pain, arthritis, headaches, desserts. Tickets cost £10, including buffet. Do you organise or participate in a Sundays, times vary welcome. Class costs just £5 per week insomnia, depression and anxiety, addictions, For more information, visit www.cados. community group? Are you looking for a Our friendly rambling group offers walks for a 90 minute class. Must be booked in nausea and eating disorders. If you would biz or phone 020 8524 4380. speaker? The UK charity Bowel Cancer UK four days a week; long and short, London five-week blocks, in advance.For more like to find out how these therapies could offers free talks aimed at raising awareness and countryside. We also arrange rambling information, phone Age UK Waltham help you, we are offering free consultations Italia in Piazza Market of the prevention, symptoms and treatment holidays in England and abroad. Sorry, Forest on 020 8558 5512 or email at our Clinic in Leytonstone. To book a free Sunday 15 November, from 10am of this all-too-common but preventable and no dogs. For more information, and a [email protected]. consultation, phone 07943 672696 or Albert Crescent, South Chingford, E4 6SH curable disease. For more information, sample programme, phone 020 8502 email [email protected]. Italia in Piazza shares its passion and love phone Bob on 020 8523 7627, email 1628 or visit www.westessexramblers. Meditation Classes for food. We bring you real Italian food, made [email protected] Tuesdays, 7–8pm org.uk. in Italy, right to your neighbourhood and or visit www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk. Chingford Folk Dance The Epicentre, 41 West Street, E11 4LJ throughout England and when we say made Club This class is suitable for those new to Hung Kuen Kung Fu in Italy we mean real Italian foods served by Tuesdays, 8–10pm meditation or struggling to maintain a Association Mornington Hall, The Green Walk, E4 7EN real Italians! The only market of its kind in Monday and Tuesday evenings regular practice. We will look at different Culture Dance styles include Playford, Country, the country. For more information, email 283–285 Wood Street, E17 2NR techniques so that you can find what Contra and American. Beginners are [email protected]. and crafts We are lifetime members of the Hong Kong suits you best. £7.50 or £5 concessions, welcome. There is no need for a partner. Chinese Martial Arts Association and the booking required. Book a place at www. Skype for Beginners £2 per session, refreshments included. meetup.com/East-London-Meditation- World Lion and Dragon Dance Association. Thursday 19 and 26 November, Red Imp Comedy Club For more information, phone 020 8508 Meetup. For more info, phone 07563 Drop in and kids classes also available 10.30am–12.30pm Thursday 12 November, doors 8.30pm 4770 or 020 8529 0229. 687 108 or email healing@silver-ray. For more information, phone 07825 155 Waltham Forest Resource hub (North), Ye Olde Rose and Crown Theatre Pub, co.uk. 705, email [email protected] or BollyFusion E17 Dance 58 Hall Lane, E4 8EU 53 Hoe Street, E17 4AS visit www.kungfu.co.uk. A course for people aged 50+. This course A comedy night featuring Roger Workout Monkhouse, Angie McEvoy, Andre Vincent Tuesdays, 7.45–8.30pm covers all the basics of using Skype, Donation Yoga for all Clubs and from installing and creating a profile to and resident MC Susan Murray. Tickets St Mary’s Welcome Centre, 8 Church End, cost £8. To buy tickets in advance, visit levels E17 9RJ making free video and voice calls over the Thursday, 6.45–8pm community www.wegottickets.com/event/330211. Is your usual workout a little mundane? internet. £12.50. For more information, Wednesday and Saturday mornings For more information, visit www. Then try this exciting, energetic class! phone Age UK Waltham Forest on United Reform Church, 58 Orford Road, redimpcomedy.com. BollyFusion combines exciting Bollywood Charity Quiz Night 020 8558 5512 or email e.tozer@ E17 9QL with dynamic street dance, to breathe new Wednesday 18 November, 7pm ageukwalthamforest.org.uk. Yoga has masses of benefits from sleeping life into your fitness routine, in a fun and The Victoria Public House, Hoe Street, Christmas Craft Fayre more peacefully, reducing stress, improving friendly environment. No dance experience E17 4QH. Scams and Internet Saturday 28 November, 12–3pm strength and flexibility and detoxing you. necessary. First class is free, then £6 per Charity quiz night hosted by Neil’s Big Security Larkswood Primary, 70–72 New Road, Yoga isn’t just for the young and flexible – class when paid in advance or £7 on the Quiz, this will be an evening of general Thursday 19 November, 10.30am– E4 8ET all poses can be modified to suit every body door. For more information, email knowledge questions as well as themed 12.30pm Join us for some festive fun. For the type. Join Sarah, registered Yoga Alliance [email protected] or visit rounds. There will also be a raffle and all Waltham Forest Resource hub (North), kids there will be creative activities teacher, at these friendly local classes. For www.khyalarts.org.uk. monies raised will go to Great Ormond 58 Hall Lane, E4 8EU and a chance to meet Santa. There will more information, email enquiries@ Street Hospital Children’s Charity. Evening A workshop for people aged 50+. How be plenty of homemade crafts stalls yoyoga.co.uk, visit www.yoyoga.co.uk Yoga for Beginners also includes a buffet. Tickets cost £8 each to recognise secure sites; online scams; where you can be sure to find a perfect or phone or text 07815 120 792. Saturdays and Sundays, 12.30–1.30pm and are on sale now. For more info, or to safety; different programmes and apps present. Enjoy some food, cakes and Leyton Yoga, 691 High Road Leyton, book, email [email protected]. and their uses. You can also bring your many more refreshments. There is also a Massage Therapy E10 6RA questions with you for discussion. £5. raffle, with various prizes to be won.For Mondays, 2.30–9.30pm These gently-flowing yoga classes link Winter Table Top Sale For more information, phone Age UK more info, and to book a stall, email The Score Centre, 100 Oliver Road, moving postures with vibrant, conscious Saturday 14 November, 10am–1pm Waltham Forest on 020 8558 5512 or [email protected] or phone E10 5JY breath and lead to deep relaxation. Yoga 1 Shernhall Street, E17 3EA email e.tozer@ageukwalthamforest. 07471 141 323. Rejuvenate your body and mind. Give promotes better muscle tone, better overall The Friends of Holy Family Catholic School org.uk. yourself a break from the busy London health and better breathing. Absolute and Sixth Form are holding their Indoor The Stones Throw lifestyle with a professional massage beginners always welcome. Classes Table Top Sale. A chance to get rid of Christmas Bazaar Market tailored to your needs. Treatments include are drop-in, with no need to pre-book. that clutter, buy a treat or gift or enjoy Saturday 28 November, 11am Saturday 28 November 2pm–6pm deep tissue massage, holistic massage and £10 or ten classes for £90. For more our delicious refreshments and take a Christ the King Church Hall, 455 Chingford St Johns Church Halls, Leytonstone, reiki. Fully qualified and insured practitioner information, email leytonyoga@gmail. homemade cake for later! Tables are £10 Road, E4 8SP E11 1HH with 12 years’ experience. £45 per hour, com or visit www.leytonyoga.com. in advance or £15 on the day, subject You are invited to this popular event – do The first of two Christmas markets for Issue 149 I 2 November 2015 www.walthamforest.gov.uk 9
Stones Throw. This month stalls include E17 Guitar Club Banjo Classes for For more information phone 07958 471 they lead you on exciting and interactive glassware by Margaret Spiers, prints by 083, email [email protected] or visit adventures! £4 per child or £6 for 2 Saturdays; 12noon, 2.30pm and 3.30pm Stalk to Swan and handmade clothes by Adults www.e17guitar.com. children, including coffee and cake. For Hornbeam Café, 458 Hoe Street, E17 9AH Studio Office, Quaker Meeting House, Bobbin & Spool plus Epping Forest honey more info, visit www.facebook.com/ Guitar playing and performing fun for 1a Jewel Road, E17 4QU produced by Ian Nichols. Interesting retro Little Tigers Karate magicboxe17 or www.magicboxstories. adults of all abilities. Playing groups and Professional musician, Dick Smith, teaches items including furniture, books, glassware com, or tweet @magicboxe17. beginners courses. Pay £52 for a half five-string Banjo classes in three finger Club and vintage clothes. Plus afternoon tea Every Tuesday, 4.30–5pm term of six, 40 minute lessons. Playing bluegrass style picking. Start from scratch, with homemade cakes. A great place to Nexus Centre, 3 Snowberry Close, group drop-in, £10. For more information or develop your banjo skills in a relaxed shop if you’re looking for special Christmas Leytonstone, E15 2AH phone 07958 471 083, email chris@ and fun environment. £12 per class, when Community presents. Free entry. For more info, Our club is specifically aimed at ages e17guitar.com or visit www.e17guitar. paid for in advance. Book now for the next email [email protected] 3, 4 and 5 and emphasises “life skills”. Ward Forums com. course – limited availability. For more or follow @stonesthrowe11. Children learn karate and fun drills, but information, phone 07745 052 525 or also important qualities such as respect Hoe Street ward E17 Swedish language email [email protected]. Highams Park Live for oneself and others, behaviour patterns Monday 9 November, 7–8.30pm Thursday 26 November, 7–11pm course at home and school, stranger danger and St Stephen’s Church, 1a Copeland Road, Mondays and Wednesdays, 7.30pm Ukulele Classes for The County Arms, 420 Hale End Road, much more. Parents are welcome to join E17 9DB Hornbeam Café, 458 Hoe Street, E17 9AH Adults Highams Park, E4 9PB in to encourage their child at no extra cost. Learn Swedish in these beginners/ Saturdays, 12.30pm Highams Park Live presents an evening of For more information, phone or text intermediate and conversation courses Studio Office, Quaker Meeting House, William Morris ward live music, poetry and live literature with 07956 961 563 or 07853 177 950, classes. Relaxed and fun for adults. Pay 1a Jewel Road, E17 4QU Saturday 14 November, 10–11.30am an eclectic programme of songwriters, email info.elskarate.co.uk or visit £120 for a term of twelve 60 minute Try the ukulele with an experienced, Aveling Park Centre, Lloyd Park, E17 4PP poets and storytellers. Performers are www.elskarate.co.uk. lessons in a small group. Individual lessons professional musician in a fun and relaxed booked in advance – please contact info@ also available. For more information environment. Instruments not provided. highamsparklive.co.uk. The event is free Kathak Kids – Cultural phone Christian Karlsson on 07958 471 £10 per class, when paid for in advance. to attend. Be part of the audience and alternative to Ballet Council 083, email [email protected] or Book now for the next course – limited be inspired by the creative atmosphere! Wednesdays, 4.15 – 5pm visit www.e17swedish.com. availability. For more information, For more information, visit www. Lea Bridge Library, Lea Bridge Road, Meetings phone 07745 052 525 or email info. highamsparklive.co.uk. E10 7HU [email protected]. Walthamstow Acoustic Kathak Kids takes a modern approach Tuesday 3 November Planning Committee, 7pm Dare to Design Massive Choir to classical Indian dance, combining Thursdays, 9.30–11.30am Sunday 15 November, 2–5pm structure and fun. Traditional ankle bells Paradox House, 3 Ching Way, E4 8YD Studio Office, The Quaker Meeting House, Children and enhance rhythmic play and expressiveness. Wednesday 4 An arts and crafts workshop for parents. All 1a Jewel Road, E17 4QU Storytelling fires your child’s imagination November classes are experimental and fun, and kids With over 70 students aged 18 to 80, and young people in this supportive and enjoyable learning Social Care Scrutiny Committee are welcome too .Learn new techniques the motto ‘It’s never too late’ WAM has environment. £4 per class, when booked through painting, recycling, embroidery, evolved as a powerful musical community Ladybird School of in advance, or £5 on the door. For more Tuesday 10 November and a way for people to discover information, email [email protected]. and much more. Encourage your creativity Gymnastics Growth Scrutiny Committee and self-expression through exploration of friendships, hobbies and skills, no matter Saturdays from 31 October, times vary uk or visit www.khyalarts.org.uk. what their age. We are now recruiting various materials.This is a great opportunity Forest YMCA, 642 Forest Road, E17 3EF Thursday 12 to experiment with mediums you have singers to join the choir in 2016. We would Classes for children aged eight and Magic Box: Drama and never used before. Make friends, and get like to meet you and hear your voice, under start at 10am; classes for children storytelling November Licensing Sub-Committee (provisional creative! For more information, email no need to prepare anything. For more aged nine to 12 start at 11am. 12 weeks Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10am meeting), 11am [email protected]. information, and to book, email wam@ costs £48. Spaces are limited, so please Mothers Hub, 133 Wood Street, E17 3LX shapeshifter-productions.com or phone book early. For more information, find Drama and storytelling fun for children Italian Course 020 7018 2927. us on www.facebook.com, email aged 18 months to five years. What’s All meetings are held at Waltham Forest [email protected] inside the Magic Box today? Join a host of Town Hall and start at 7.30pm, unless Saturdays from 7 November, 3–4pm different characters, from Pirate Captain stated otherwise. Dates and times are The Mill, 7–11 Coppermill Lane, E17 7HA Strung Out violin or phone 07506 797 788. Wonkynose to Herman the Hermit Crab, as subject to change. These classes are for beginners and every groups for adults lesson will include grammar, speaking, Tuesday and Thursday evenings Acting Bugs listening, reading and writing. We’ll learn Studio Office, The Quaker Meeting House, Mondays, 2pm the Italian language, along with some 1a Jewel Road, E17 4QU St John’s Church Hall, High Road Italian cultural information. I’m Marco, Got a violin in your attic you want to Leytonstone, E11 1HH and my mother tongue is Italian. The cost dust down? Fancy learning a new skill? Fridays, 9.45–11.30am Tell us what’s on is £120 for 15 lessons. Pay half after the Strung Out is a fun violin group for adult The Peterhouse Centre, 122 Forest Rise, first lesson and the remaining half at the enthusiasts of all levels, with a professional E17 3PW seventh lesson. The first lesson is free.For musician. All styles of music welcomed Interactive groups which introduce Email your event details to: more information, phone 07771 149 from classical to traditional. Classes preschool children and toddlers to the 765. available for improvers, early stages world of drama in a fun and playful way. [email protected] and intermediates. Classes are limited, The sessions will get your little ones so please book in advance. Daytime imaginations buzzing, help develop focus Waltham Forest classes and private lessons available. For and build confidence. Parents stay with The deadline for Monday 30 November Community Choir more information, email strungout@ their children through the session. Numbers Every Monday, 7.30–9.30pm shapeshifter-productions.com or phone strictly limited, so please email to book your edition is Friday 13 November St Mary’s Church, Church End, E17 9RJ 020 7018 2927. free taster session. For more information, We are a self-funded group open to email [email protected], or visit anyone living or working in the borough. E17 Jazz www.actingbugs.co.uk. Please note inclusion cannot be guaranteed, Previous singing or musical experience Tuesday 24 November, 8.30–10.30pm due to the high volume of requests received. is not required. We believe that singing Gnome House, 7 Blackhorse Lane, E17 E17 Junior Guitar Club should be accessible to anyone and we 6DS Saturdays, different levels and times do not audition prospective members. 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✉ Gemma.McHugh@willowfield.waltham.sch.uk www.willowÞeld-school.net Issue 149 I 2 November 2015 11 Community www.walthamforest.gov.uk Walthamstow In brief Forest Philharmonic Classical music fans were delighted when world-renowned pianist, Stephen Hough CBE, performed with the Forest Philharmonic Orchestra at Walthamstow Assembly Hall (Forest Road, E17 4JF) on Sunday 18 October. Stephen joined the orchestra to play Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No.1. The concert was held in aid of the Thai Children’s Trust, and local children and parents were invited to a free talk to learn about music before the performance began. Forest Philharmonic Orchestra celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2015, and continues to perform with top artists and give local young musicians opportunities to attend open rehearsals and take part in creative projects. The next concert will take place at Walthamstow Assembly Hall on Sunday 6 December, at 6.30pm. Young residents enjoy a street dance workshop in Gnome • For more information, visit www. House’s community space. Photo by Mark Burton forestphilharmonic.org.uk or email [email protected]. Over 55s club Older residents looking for sociable ways to spend their free time are being encouraged to attend a weekly club for There’s no place like Gnome the over 55s. The Good Life Club meets every Wednesday at Greenleaf Baptist n Church (Greenleaf Road, E17 6QQ) Gnome House is a community hub and creative space in E17 between 1pm and 3pm. You can hear talks from a variety of speakers, and n Get involved in artistic activities, volunteer your time or simply enjoy quizzes, video screenings and other social events. Entrance costs £2.50 per pop in for a cuppa person, which includes refreshments. • For more information, email Walthamstow residents have a community space at Gnome community, from the initial public At the time of Waltham Forest [email protected]. been making full use of a new House, as part of regeneration consultations, through the planning News going to print, Gnome House community arts hub since it plans, I was delighted.” process and building phase.” was also gearing up to hold its opened in May, with the venue Gnome House is part of the Gnome House is now run by first beer festival – Oct-Stow-Ber Lutalo’s silver already providing a packed Mandora site – ex-industrial Gnome House Community Interest Fest – on Saturday 31 October, in programme of events and land that is being redeveloped Company (CIC) – a social enterprise collaboration with The Left Bank success activities for all ages. over the coming years. When that is self-funding, and generates Brewery. Walthamstow’s Olympic bronze medallist, Gnome House (7 Blackhorse Hollivale Blackhorse LLP, the lead income by hiring the space for Mark said: “Gnome House is Lutalo Muhammad, secured a silver Lane, E17 6DS) was unveiled on developers, proposed their plans artistic activities. It has a dedicated here to benefit local people, and medal at the World Taekwondo Grand Prix Saturday 2 May. The building’s for the area, Waltham Forest group of volunteers, and three of already it has done a great deal in Manchester on Sunday 18 October. name derives from the ‘Gnome Council asked them to transform the founding volunteer directors to enrich the Blackhorse Lane This was Lutalo’s second medal of the Rhone’ engine, a pioneering radial Gnome House into a ‘community – Anna Alcock, Mark Burton and area. I’d encourage everyone living year. He also finished in bronze medal engine that powered fighter planes asset.’ Chantelle Michaux – are local locally to pay us a visit and find out position at the 2015 European Games in and was manufactured on the site Mark said: “It was a major residents. how they can get involved. June, just five weeks after surgery on a 100 years ago. challenge to restore the building The community space can “Whether that’s coming along to knee injury. Lutalo was born and raised The building had lain empty for community use. They had to accommodate performances, an event, volunteering for a couple in Walthamstow, and lived in E17 until he for a number of years. Prior to underpin, rebuild internal columns rehearsals, workshops, exhibitions of hours, starting a new cultural was selected for the Manchester-based that, it had been home to lift and dig out tonnes of reinforced and meetings. The space is activity or simply popping in for GB Taekwondo team in 2011. Lutalo manufacturers, Hammond & concrete from some old bomb available for hire, at reasonable a coffee with friends. We have a knocked out world champion and world Champness. shelters found beneath the rates, for groups and activities that fabulous space that will benefit number one, Mahdi Khodabakhshi, in Waltham Forest News spoke to courtyard.” have a creative focus or encourage the entire community for years to the semi-finals, but Tunisia’s Oussama Mark Burton, a volunteer Director of The cultural hub now includes people to learn new skills; such as come.” Oueslati proved a step too far in the final. Gnome House, to find out more. artist studios, with Inky Cuttlefish dance, music and singing. Lutalo was the first ever British man to win an Olympic medal in taekwondo. Mark told Waltham Forest News: running a public-access Mark said: “Gnome House is More info He is now working hard to improve his “I’ve lived in Blackhorse Lane for printmaking studio, a large used every day by community For more information on what’s world ranking, and hopes to be selected 18 years, so I often walked past the community space available for hire, groups, local artists and schools. going on at Gnome House, visit to represent Great Britain in the -80kg building. I always thought it was a a meeting room for hire and a café, So far we have hosted everything www.gnomehouse.org.uk, taekwondo category at the 2016 Rio shame that it was left empty for so which is set to open full-time in from African drumming and phone 07739 660 449 or follow on Olympic Games. Good luck, Lutalo! long. spring 2016. craft workshops to the Forest Twitter @GnomeHouseCIC. For • For more information, visit www. “So when I heard that the Mark added: “The whole Philharmonic Orchestra and E17 enquiries about volunteering, email gbtaekwondo.co.uk. Council were interested in creating project has been directed by the Jazz Collective.” [email protected]. Issue 108 I 27 January 2014 12 Family www.walthamforest.gov.uk Remembering and commemorating our heroes
n Residents needed to help make giant poppies as part of WWI project n One of largest arts commissions awarded by Waltham Forest Council
has awarded – is being led died aged just 16. purchased from their eBay shop by Significant Seams, a social Catherine West, Director of and proceeds support Significant enterprise based in Waltham Significant Seams, said: “We’re Seams’ work with vulnerable Forest. It runs over a period of two aiming to raise awareness of the people. years, and will feature workshops positive legacy of this tragic war Council Leader, Chris Robbins, in schools, at community events both in terms of the progress told Waltham Forest News: “This and at special sessions at the made in equal rights for women project is inspiring in its scale, shop that Significant Seams runs and in our understanding of mental engaging thousands of people of in Wood Street, Walthamstow. illness. all ages and from all walks of life, And as well as standing out “Our spectacle will not simply and presenting opportunities to for their size alone, the poppies be seen by the community, but honour and reflect on the sacrifices being created can be purple, its significance will be crafted by made 100 years ago by heroic white and green, as well as the people from across our community, men, women and young people traditional red. The additional many of whom will be benefitting during the war. colours are intended to encourage from the changes WWI brought to “In Waltham Forest, we’re conversations about how WWI our society today.” putting arts and culture at the affected important issues in our The project also highlights the heart of the work we’re doing society: purple stands for changes importance of stitch-craft during now and in the future to bring in women’s roles; green for the the war effort, from the women our communities together in acceptance of mental health and knitting socks, mittens and scarves celebration and commemoration, Residents are asked to help support a giant illness; and white for the increased for loved ones on the Front, to the and this project encapsulates that poppy-making project ability for individuals to participate sewing up of soldiers’ wounds in ideal.” in political process – and the the trenches. peace movement. Significant Seams hopes to see It is hoped that every poppy thousands of people take part in Waltham Forest residents of all are asking the borough’s residents created will be displayed as part the project. Several free patterns More info ages are being called on to help to stitch, knit, crochet, weave and of a huge exhibition in time to will be made available so people For more information, visit support an epic poppy-making assemble hundreds of super-sized commemorate the life of Leyton- can create and contribute their www.significantseams.org.uk project ahead of Remembrance poppies to mark the centenary of born hero, Jack Cornwell, who own giant poppy, even if they or phone 020 8521 4244. Sunday, on 8 November. the First World War in the borough. was awarded the Victoria Cross cannot attend one of more than Alternatively the Significant Seams Organisers of a participatory The project – one of the largest posthumously for bravery in the 70 events the social enterprise will shop can be found at 131 Wood project called The Giant’s Garden arts commissions the Council Battle of Jutland in 1916, where he be organising. Materials can be Street, Walthamstow (E17 3LX). In brief Health & Wellbeing Centre opens Remembrance Sunday Former Tottenham Hotspur Captain, sports hall with four badminton courts, Ceremonies to commemorate those who Leyton, Coronation Gardens, Buckingham Ledley King, and Mayor of Waltham Forest, crèche and youth space, community café have served in the armed forces will this Road, E10 5NG Cllr Saima Mahmud, officially opened serving healthy meals, snacks and drinks, year take place on Sunday 8 November. Sunday 8 November from 9.30am a new Health and Wellbeing Centre at a treatment room and multi-use rooms. Residents are being invited to join us at Leytonstone, Harrow Green Memorial, YMCA East London (Forest Road, E17 The sports hall and community rooms are events across the borough, organised by High Road 3EF) on Saturday 24 October. Visitors at available for hire at reasonable rates. The the Royal British Legion, to remember all Sunday 8 November from 10.30am the open day took part in a number of gym is open 6.30am to 10pm, Monday those who have lost their lives in conflict. Armistice Day event fun taster sessions, including Zumba, tai to Friday and 8am to 8pm on weekends. Remembrance Sunday events Waltham Forest Town Hall, Forest Road, chi and boxercise. The centre is open to Membership packages are available Waltham Forest Town Hall, Forest Road, E17 4JF all members of the public and will offer priced from £19.95 a month. E17 4JF Tuesday 11 November, from 10.50am a wide range of affordable community Sunday 8 November, from 10.35am fitness activities and classes. The Health • For more information, visit www. and Wellbeing Centre includes a state-of- ymcaeastlondon.org.uk, email Chingford Fire Station, The Ridgeway, • For more information about the-art 60+ station gym spread across [email protected] or E4 6PP Remembrance Sunday, visit www. Pay your respects on Sunday three floors, two fitness studios, a large phone 020 8509 4600. Sunday 8 November, from 10.40am britishlegion.org.uk. 8 November Issue 149 I 2 November 2015 13 News www.walthamforest.gov.uk Forest Venues Wedding Fair In brief
Walthamstow’s striking art deco Come along and sample mouth- accommodate a range of events. style. Assembly Hall is gearing up watering fusion foods from platinum Whether you’re planning a “You can tie the knot in grand to host the first Forest Venues sponsor Wishes Caterers, discover wedding, Mehndi, civil ceremony, assembly halls that have hosted Wedding Fair on Sunday 22 the talents of local henna and reception, product launch, an eclectic range of guests over November. make-up artists, consult with event anniversary, Bar Mitzvah, Diwali the years – from Shirley Bassey to Taking place between 10am and planners, décor experts, lighting party, Eid celebration, awards the Rolling Stones – or exchange 6pm, visitors can find out all about specialists and brainstorm creative dinner, concert, theatrical vows in the former home of William the Council’s beautiful listed venues wedding favours. You can even performance or children’s birthday Morris, surrounded by the beautiful Enter the ballot to be in with and meet a range of local suppliers. see the latest bridal fashions at the party, our venues boast character, Lloyd Park.” a chance of going to a free The fair promises to help you cultural fusion bridal showcase. style and elegance. And they can Christmas meal make your wedding day a unique The Council has five venues- cater for anything from small groups and unforgettable experience – for-hire across the borough – to a gaggle of 1,000 guests. More info introducing you to hidden gems; Walthamstow Assembly Hall, Council Leader, Chris Robbins, Pre-register at www.forestvenues. Seniors’ from caterers and photographers to Chingford Assembly Hall, Winns said: “Our historic venues can offer london for free entry to the fair. vintage photo booths and wedding Gallery, William Morris Gallery and something different for couples Alternatively, admission will cost Christmas favour suppliers. Vestry House Museum – that can looking to mark their special day in £5 per person on the door. meals Older residents have until Friday 6 November to apply online for a place at one of the Council’s festive free Christmas meals for over 65s. The three lunches, and one dinner, will take place in Chingford, Leyton and Walthamstow. Welcoming jazz legends Guests will be treated to a tasty Christmas meal and festive entertainment, and jazz, including Anita O’Day, Ella have the chance to catch up with Fitzgerald and Nina Simone. neighbours and meet new friends from Young residents can enjoy jazzed- their neighbourhoods. This year places up versions of children’s songs, live will be allocated through a random ballot, music and percussion at Hale End to ensure every applicant has an equal Library (Castle Avenue, Highams opportunity to attend. You can register Park, E4 9QD) on Saturday 21 online until Friday 6 November. You will November. The BabyJazz session need to give your first and second choice takes place between 10.30am and of venue, full name, date of birthday, 11.15am, and is suitable for children address and any dietary requirements or aged three and under. accessibility concerns. You can register MOBO award-winner, Soweto for a group totalling four people and will Kinch, brings his unique blend need to provide information for each of jazz and narrative hip hop to person when registering. Those who are Walthamstow Assembly Hall (Forest successful will be informed by Friday 20 Road, E17 6HE) on Wednesday 25 November. November. The event takes place • Register online, before Friday 6 from 7.30-9.30pm and tickets cost November, at www.walthamforest. £10. gov.uk/ChristmasLunch. Free internet Finally, legendary British access is available at Waltham Forest trombonist Chris Barber leads his Libraries. 11-piece band playing his favourite music at Chingford Assembly Hall on Monday 30 November, 7.30- Estates 9.30pm. Tickets cost £18. Soweto Kinch told Waltham improvement MOBO award-winning musician Soweto Kinch appears at Forest News: “I’m really excited Council tenants and leaseholders have Walthamstow Assembly Hall on Wednesday 25 November about playing in Walthamstow. been nominating various areas of their Apparently John Coltrane’s first UK estates for potential improvement works. performance was in Walthamstow This has included everything from Working Men’s Club, so in some planting flowers and deep cleaning to Some of the biggest names in jazz spectrum, has been designed Pianist, singer and film enthusiast senses it’s hallowed turf. removing graffiti and even helping to jazz are heading to Waltham to complement the EFG London Joe Stilgoe appears at Chingford “Being from Birmingham myself, build ‘insect homes’. A week of action Forest for the first ForestBeats Jazz Festival, which takes place Assembly Hall (The Green, E4 it’s also great to be part of an event took place over the October half term Jazz Festival. in central London venues during 7EN) on Thursday 17 November that’s not just within the usual ‘jazz school holiday, with offenders on the Organised by the Council, the November. to perform songs from some of the mile’ of central London. I can’t wait Community Payback scheme tackling event will see MOBO award-winning In addition to the top acts greatest films of the last century. to get down there!” some of the issues. Works saw facelifts saxophonist and rapper Soweto playing during the ForestBeats Jazz Divas with Annie Dehaney- given to Neville Close and the Norman Kinch joined on the bill by pianist Jazz Festival, Leyton High Road Steven takes place between More info Road Estate in Leytonstone, Queens and singer Joe Stilgoe, acclaimed will host a weekend of free musical 7.30pm and 10pm at Leytonstone Court and the Raglan Road Estate in vocalist Annie Dehaney-Steven and performances on Saturday 21 and Library (Church Lane, E11 1HG) Book tickets online at www. Walthamstow, and the Radbourne Estate wfculture.eventbrite.com. For in Leyton. the ever-popular Big Chris Barber Sunday 22 November as part of The on Thursday 19 November. Annie’s more information on all Council-run • For more information on the Band. Streets, an ambitious programme warm voice and engaging stage events in Waltham Forest, visit Community Payback Scheme, visit The ForestBeats line-up, which bringing international artists to high presence are just right for this www.walthamforest.gov.uk/ www.communitypayback.com. brings together acts from across the streets across outer London. celebration of the great ladies of enjoylife. 13 14 Public notices
claim by a tenant to exercise the right to buy Order 2015, The Waltham Forest invalid carriages - to Fridays inclusive in all other parts of in respect of any of the Relevant Properties. (Loading Places) (Amendment No. 15) (i) a virtual residents’ permit, if they are a streets within the WSE CPZ; except where Right to Buy claims submitted to the Council Experimental Order 2015, The Waltham resident of the CPZ and their vehicle is UK at any time waiting restrictions will apply Notices for any of the Relevant Properties whilst Forest (Waiting & Loading Restriction) registered to an address within that zone; in Bisterne Avenue [outside No. 31 and this Notice is still in force will be processed (Amendment No. 93) Experimental Order (ii) a foreign vehicles residents’ permit Nos. 19/31 and opposite Nos. 15-19]; Dean by the Council as normal, so that if the 2015; The Waltham Forest (Wood Street (hard-copy/virtual), if they are a resident Gardens [at the southern end, outside Nos. demolition plans not be implemented the East CPZ) (Parking Places) Experimental of the CPZ and their vehicle is registered 7-9 and 14-16]; Forest Rise [adjacent to The Planning (Hazardous Substances) application can be completed. Order 2015 and The Waltham Forest outside of the UK; Nos. 118-120]; Greenway Avenue [outside Act 1990 Where this Initial Demolition Notice has been (Waiting & Loading Restriction) (iii) a business/charity permit/business Nos. 5/7, 9/11, 13/15, 17/19, 23, 25/27, The Planning (Hazardous Substances) served upon a secure tenant with an existing (Amendment No. 94) Experimental Order visitor’s permit, if they have a business in the 29/31, 37/39, 41/43, 45/47, 49/51, 53, Regulations 2015 (Regulation 6) claim to exercise Right to Buy in respect of 2015 under sections 9 and 10 of the Road CPZ and that the permit is for a vehicle which 57/59, 61, 69/71, 73/75, 77/79, 81-85, Notice of Application for Hazardous any of the Relevant Properties there may Traffic Regulation Act 1984. The Orders will is essential to the operation of that business/ 89/91, 93/95, 97/99, 107/109, 111/113, Substances Consent be a right to compensation under Section come into operation in respect of the WSE charity and is used in the purchase and sale 117, 125/127, 129/131, 133-149, 6/8, I GIVE NOTICE THAT THAMES WATER 138C of the Housing Act 1985 in respect CPZ on 7th December 2015 and in respect of goods or services in connection therewith; 10/12, 20, 22, 26/28, 30-34, 34-48, UTILITIES LIMITED IS APPLYING TO THE of certain expenditure incurred in relation to of the TS CPZ on 14th December 2015 (iv) an essential users/carers permit, if they 54/56, 62/64, 72/74, 78/80, 82/84, 86/88, LONDON BOROUGH OF WALTHAM FOREST that existing Right to Buy claim. may continue in force for up to 18 months. are a doctor or carer who has a surgery in 98-102, 104, 106/108, 110/112, 122/124, FOR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES CONSENT Any claim for compensation under the 2. The general effect of the Orders will be, or works in the London Borough of Waltham 126/128, 130/132, 134, 138, 142/144, FOR STORAGE OF OXYGEN, FUEL OIL AND previous paragraph of this Notice should as an experiment, to introduce:- Forest, or is employed or contracted by/to the 148-150, 152/154, between Nos. 23 & 25 SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE AT COPPERMILLS be served upon the Council within the (a) the Theydon Street Area, E17 (TS) Council, a health authority, the Metropolitan and Nos. 131 & 133 and at the southern WATER TREATMENT WORKS, COPPERMILL period of three months beginning from the CPZ into: Bridge Road (between Hibbert Police, the London Fire and Civil Defence end adjacent to Nos. 48 & 50 and Upper LANE, LONDON, E17 7HE. MEMBERS OF operative date of this notice. Compensation Road and the Dagenham Brook), Harris Authority, or a company that services fire Walthamstow Road [outside Nos. 31&33 THE PUBLIC MAY INSPECT A COPY OF THE under section 138C is compensation in Street, Hibbert Road, Sybourn Street, fighting appliances and for whom the use of and No. 45, between Nos. 25&27 and Nos. APPLICATION AT LONDON BOROUGH OF respect of expenditure reasonably incurred Theydon Street and Wetherden Street; a vehicle is essential to the carrying out of 39&41 and opposite Nos. 54-56]. WALTHAM FOREST, SYCAMORE HOUSE, by the tenant before the operative date in (b) the Wood Street East, E17 (WSE) their public service duties in the CPZ; 4. The properties specified in theSchedule TOWN HALL COMPLEX, FOREST ROAD, respect of legal and other fees, and other CPZ into: Avon Road (between Fyfield (v) a visitors’ permit, if they are a resident to this Notice would be eligible in respect WALTHAMSTOW, E17 4SU FROM FRIDAY professional costs and expenses, payable in Road and the common boundary of Nos. of the CPZ and that permit is to be used by a of permit issue to park in the TS and WSE 6TH NOVEMBER 2015 BETWEEN 9AM connection with the exercise of that Right to 41 and 43), Bisterne Avenue (between bona fide visitor to their home; CPZs respectively. AND 5PM MON-FRI UNTIL FRIDAY 27TH Buy claim. Upper Walthamstow Road and Avon Road), (vi) a schools parking permit, if they are 5. The charges for permits and vehicle NOVEMBER 2015. If the Council serves a Final Demolition Dean Gardens, Fyfield Road (between a parent of a student enlisted at a school class will be as follows (see table below). THE LONDON BOROUGH OF WALTHAM Notice in respect of the Relevant Properties Upper Walthamstow Road and Avon situated in or near the CPZ; 6. Where it appears necessary for certain FOREST WILL DETERMINE WHETHER and a right to buy application is suspended Road), Greenway Avenue and Upper (c) vehicles displaying any valid permit purposes, an authorised officer of the Council OR NOT TO GRANT CONSENT, AND IF due to the service of this Notice, that Walthamstow Road; displaying the letters TS may use any of may, in pursuance of section 10(2) of the TO GRANT, WILL DECIDE ON WHAT application will lapse and no further (c) permit holder parking places and waiting the permit parking places provided in the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, modify or CONDITIONS TO GRANT. ANYONE WHO application can then be made whilst the and loading restrictions into the streets and streets and parts of streets specified in suspend any provision of the experimental WISHES TO MAKE REPRESENTATIONS Final Demolition Notice is in effect. parts of streets mentioned in sub-paragraphs sub-paragraph 2(a) above; and vehicles Traffic Orders while they are in force. ABOUT THIS APPLICATION SHOULD The operative date of this Notice is 5 2(a) and (b) above; displaying any valid permit displaying the 7. Documents giving more detailed WRITE TO DEVELOPMENT CONTROL November 2015 which is the date a copy of (d) a free short stay parking place in letters WSE may use any of the permit particulars of the Orders are available for GROUP, LONDON BOROUGH OF this Notice was served on the tenants and Wetherden Street (TS) CPZ – adjacent parking places provided in the streets and inspection between 9.30 am and 4.30 pm WALTHAM FOREST, SYCAMORE HOUSE, occupiers. to No. 66 – with a maximum stay of 30 parts of streets specified in sub-paragraph on Mondays to Fridays inclusive (except TOWN HALL COMPLEX, FOREST ROAD, Dated: 5 November 2015 minutes, no return within 2 hours; and 2(b) above; Bank Holidays), from 2nd November 2015 WALTHAMSTOW, E17 4SU BY FRIDAY 27TH Signed: Nick Powell, Head of Strategic (e) a loading place in Sybourn Street (TS) (d) other than in the permit, short-stay or until the Orders cease to have effect, at (a) NOVEMBER 2015. Housing and Investment, London CPZ – adjacent to Sybourn Junior School. loading places referred to in sub-paragraphs The Information Desk, Town Hall, Forest Signed: C Colloff Borough of Waltham Forest, Town Hall, 3. The Orders will provide that – 2 (c), (d) and (e) above, waiting by vehicles Road, Walthamstow, E17; (b) Low Hall, Argall on behalf of THAMES WATER UTILITIES Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, (a) the operational hours for – (i) the permit will generally be restricted between 8 a.m. Avenue, London, E10 7AS. LTD E17 4JF parking places, loading place and free short and 6.30 p.m. on Mondays to Saturdays 8. The Council will be considering in Date: 2nd November 2015 You may obtain further information about stay parking place throughout the TS CPZ inclusive in all other parts of streets within due course whether the provisions of the this Notice from: will be between 8 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. on the TS CPZ; except where at any time experimental Orders should be continued Initial Demolition Notice Name: Meera Kumar or Jacqueline Franklin Mondays to Saturdays inclusive; and waiting restrictions will apply in Hibbert in force indefinitely by means of permanent Section 138A and Schedule 5A of the Tel: 020 8496 5592 or 020 8496 5401 (ii) the permit parking places throughout the Road [at the south-east end, adjacent to Orders made under sections 6, 45, 46 Housing Act 1985 as amended Email: [email protected] WSE CPZ will be between 10 a.m. and 4 Nos. 275 and 277 Lea Bridge Road]; and and 124 of and Part IV of Schedule 9 to [email protected] p.m. on Mondays to Fridays inclusive; Theydon Street. [at the south-west end, the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. Any This Notice is given by London Borough and adjacent to Nos. 110 and 112 Theydon person may object to the making of the of Waltham Forest of Town Hall, Forest (b) the following permits may be issued Street and Nos. 161/163 Hibbert Road]; permanent Orders for the purpose of such Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4JF or granted on payment of the appropriate (e) other than in the permit parking places indefinite continuation within a period of six (“The Council”). charge as specified in paragraph 5, to a referred to in sub-paragraph 2 (c) above, months beginning with the day on which It is the intention of the Council to demolish Highways keeper of a passenger vehicle (8 seats or waiting by vehicles will generally be restricted the experimental Orders come into force or, the dwellings, including your own, and the less), certain goods carrying vehicles and between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Mondays if the Orders are varied by another Order or buildings containing them (the Relevant Properties), set out below; Engine less Engine between Engine more CO2 emissions CO2 emissions CO2 emissions • 11-32 Central Parade, Hoe Street, LONDON BOROUGH OF WALTHAM than 900cc 901cc and than 3000cc less than 120 between 121 more than 225 Walthamstow, London E17 4RT FOREST reg. before 3000cc reg. before g/km reg. after and 225 g/ g/km reg. after • 38-46 Central Parade, Hoe Street, EXPERIMENTAL INTRODUCTION OF 1/3/2001 reg. before 1/3/2001 1/3/2001 km reg. after 1/3/2001 Walthamstow, London E17 4RT THEYDON STREET AREA, E17 (TS) and 1/3/2001 1/3/2001 The purpose of the demolition is to build WOOD STREET EAST, E17 (WSE) Residents, 12 mths. £12.50 £25 £120 £12.50 £25 £120 on the wider Walthamstow Town Centre CONTROLLED PARKING ZONES – T38 A regeneration programme to support and & B (15) Residents (2nd vehicle ), £42 £90 £210 £42 £90 £210 enhance the town centre bringing new high (This Notice is about making experimental 12 mths. quality and sustainable homes in addition to Traffic Orders for introducing the Theydon Residents (more than 2 £65 £150 £280 £65 £150 £280 new retail and commercial space. Street Area (TS) and Wood Street East (WSE) vehicles) , 12 mths. The Council intends to demolish the Controlled Parking Zones (CPZs). During Virtual Residents, 1 mth. £10 £20 £100 £10 £20 £100 Relevant Properties before 31st September the first 6 months that the Orders are in Residents foreign vehicle, £24 £50 £150 £24 £50 £150 2022. operation, objections may be made – see 6 mths. This Notice will remain in force up to and paragraph 8.) School 15 min., 12 mths. £21 £42 £125 £21 £42 £125 including 31st September 2022 unless 1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the revoked or otherwise terminated under or by London Borough of Waltham Forest (the Other permit charges – All-Zone Business Visitor’s – book of 30 x 1 hour permits, £23; book of 20 x 2 hour permits, £30; and book of virtue of paragraph 3 of Schedule 5A of the Council) on 30th October 2015 made The 10 x 5 hour permits, £40; Business – 3 months, £220; 12 months, £390; 12 months (more than 2 vehicles), £570; Charity – 12 months, Housing Act 1985. Waltham Forest (Theydon Street Area £40; 12 months (more than 2 vehicles), £172; Essential User – 1 month, £30; 6 months, £110; 12 months, £190; Visitor – book of 30 x 1 Whilst this Notice is in force the Council will CPZ) (Parking Places) Experimental hour permits, £14 (free to over 60’s, 1 book per year); book of 20 x 2 hour permits, £16; book of 10 x 5 hour permits, £18; Vouchers – 30 not be under an obligation to make such Order 2015, The Waltham Forest minutes, 80 pence, or 1 hour, £1.30. Services charges for change of VRM or change of address £5, for refunds £10 (no refunds under a grant as is mentioned in section 138(1) (Free Parking Places) (Short Stay) £1) and lost or stolen permits, £20. Please Note: motor cycles would be able to park in permit parking places free of charge and without of the Housing Act 1985 in respect of any (Amendment No. 33) Experimental displaying a permit. Issue 149 I 2 November 2015 www.walthamforest.gov.uk 15 modified pursuant to section 10(2) of the (measuring 28 metres in length), and junction 1. The Council of the London Borough of on 30th October 2015 it made an Order to vehicles) reduce a speed limit from 30 mph 1984 Act, beginning with the day on which entry treatments in Rosedene Terrace E10 Waltham Forest, with the agreement of the enable crane works to install a bridge for the to 20 mph and suspend one-way working in the variation or modification or the latest and Goldsmith Road E10 at their respective Council of the London Borough of Hackney, new Lea Bridge rail station to be carried out certain roads. variation or modification came into force. Any junctions with Church Road E10. Gradients at HEREBY GIVES NOTICE that it intends to in a safe and efficient manner, the general 2. Whilst the works are being carried out, such objection must be made in writing and either side of the table and entry treatments make an Order to enable works to be carried effect of which would be, only at such times no person shall: must state the grounds on which it is made will measure up to 1.8 metres in length. to install a cycle bridge across a dis-used and to such extent as regulatory signs are (a) cause or permit any vehicle to *enter, and be sent to Traffic Orders, Engineering The speed table and entry treatments with aqueduct immediately north of the Lea Valley displayed, to prohibit all pedal cycles on the proceed, wait or load for any purpose, or Design, Low Hall, Argall Avenue, London, sinusoidal ramps would be elevated sections ice rink in a safe and efficient manner inLea cycle track as detailed in paragraph 2 of this exceed a speed limit of 20 mph at any time, E10 7AS quoting reference T38A(15) – of carriageway approximately 75 – 100 Bridge Road E10. Notice. This Notice continues the prohibition in Church Road E10 (between its junctions Theydon Street Area (TS) and T38B(15) millimetres (+/- 5mm) higher than the 2. The general effect of the Order would of the section 14(2) notice issued on 20th with Lea Bridge Road and Grange Park Road Wood Street East (WSE) CPZs. Any surrounding carriageway, extending across be, only at such times and to such extent as October 2015. E10); objection may be communicated to, or be the full width of the carriageway. shall be indicated by the display of regulatory 2. Whilst works are being carried out, the (b) cause or permit any vehicle to exceed seen by, other persons who may be affected. 2. FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that traffic signs, to prohibit vehicles from: cycle track which lies to the west -between a speed limit of 20 mph, at any time, in 9. If any person wishes to question the the Council proposes to make the above- (a) entering, proceeding, waiting or loading Orient way E10 and Argall Way E10 will be Grange Park Road E10 (between its validity of any the Orders or of any of their mentioned traffic Orders under sections 6, for any purpose at any time in Lea Bridge closed to cyclists. junctions with High Road, Leyton and Church provisions on the grounds that they are not 84 and 124 of and Part IV of Schedule 9 Road E10 – between Chatsworth Road E5 3. Whilst the prohibition referred to in Road E10); within the powers conferred by the Road to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as and Burwell Road E10; or paragraph 2 remains in force the alternative (c) cause or permit any vehicle to enter, Traffic Regulation Act 1984, or that any amended. The general effect of the Orders: (b) entering Lea Bridge Road E10 – route will be via Orient Way, Lea Bridge Road proceed, wait or load for any purpose, at any requirement of that Act or any instrument (a) to coincide with cycle improvements and between Lower Clapton Road E5 and and Argall Way. time, within 50 metres of the junction of any made under that Act has not been complied “Copenhagen Style blended crossings” at Chatsworth Road E5 (except for local 4. The prohibition mentioned above will not road adjoining the section of road referred to with, that person may, within 6 weeks from junctions (shared highway and footway space access for residents of Hillstowe Street via apply in relation to any person:- in paragraph 2(a) above. the date on which the Orders are made, for moving vehicles and pedestrians) would Chatsworth Road and residents of Lea Bridge (a) in connection with the said works; 3. Whilst the works are being carried out apply for the purpose to the High Court. be to remove “at any time” double yellow Road between Lower Clapton and Wattisfield (b) in connection with ambulance, fire one-way operation for traffic is temporarily Dated 2nd November 2015 line waiting restrictions for up to a maximum Road E5). brigade or police, purposes in an emergency, suspended in Wiseman Road E10, Mr. K. Valavan distance of 12 metres on both sides of 3. Whilst the prohibitions referred to if the works allow. Simmonds Road E10 and Etloe Road E10. Head of Highways and Infrastructure, Crescent Road E10, Goldsmith Road E10, in paragraph 2 above remain in force, 5. The Order will come into operation 4. Whilst the prohibitions referred to Neighborhoods and Commissioning, Ive Farm Close E10, Marconi Road E10, alternative routes for traffic would be on 2nd November 2015 and will be valid in paragraph 2 above remain in force, Low Hall, Argall Avenue, London, E10 Rosedene Terrace E10, Tallack Road available via Chatsworth Road E5, Leagrave for a maximum period of 1 month or until alternative routes for traffic would be 7AS E10, Wiseman Road E10, Simmonds Street E5, Lower Clapton Road E9, Urswick the works are completed, whichever is the indicated by traffic signs. SCHEDULE (E17 properties whose occupiers Road E10 at their respective junctions with Road E9, Homerton High Street E9, Marsh sooner. 5. Vehicles waiting or loading in disregard are eligible to purchase parking permits - Church Road E10 (waiting restrictions at Hill E9, Homerton Road E9, Eastway (A106) Dated 2nd November 2015. of this Order would be removed. TS CPZ – Harris Street – all, Hibbert Road these junctions with Church Road will be and Orient Way E10 as directed by traffic Mr K Valavan, Head of Highways 6. The restrictions mentioned above would – all, Lea Bridge Road [north-west side – converted in to Copenhagen Style blended signs. and Infrastructure, Neighbourhoods not apply in relation to any vehicle being used : Nos. 267 to 313 inclusive (odds) and Barker crossings); and 4. Whilst works are being carried out and Commissioning, Low Hall, Argall (a) in connection with the said works; or House], Markhouse Road [south-west (b) to introduce a maximum speed limit of the road closure in Leagrave Street E5 as Avenue, London, E10 7AS (b) for ambulance, fire brigade or police side – Nos. 214 to 392 inclusive (evens)], 20mph in Church Road E10 and Grange imposed by The Hackney (Prescribed Routes) purposes in an emergency. Sybourn Street – all, Theydon Street – Park Road E10 (southernmost arm). (Consolidation) (Amendment No.1) Order LONDON BOROUGH OF WALTHAM 7. The Order would come into operation on all; and Wetherden Street – all. 3. Plans of the proposed measures, copies 2007 will be temporarily suspended. FOREST 16th November 2015 and would be valid of the Orders, the Council’s Statement of 5. Vehicles waiting or loading in disregard ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – for a maximum period of 12 months or until WSE CPZ – Avon Road – No. 43, Bisterne Reasons for proposing to make the Orders of this Order would be removed. SECTION 14(1) the works are completed, whichever is the Avenue – Nos. 9 to 31 (odds) and Nos. 2 and of plans showing the location and effect 6. The restrictions mentioned above would THE WALTHAM FOREST (VARIOUS sooner. to 8 (evens), Dean Gardens – all, Fyfield of the Orders can be inspected during normal not apply in relation to any vehicle being ROADS, CHURCH ROAD/GRANGE Note: *These works would not be carried Road – Nos. 133 to 191 (odds) and Nos. 34 office hours on Mondays to Fridays inclusive used: PARK ROAD REGION E10) (VARIOUS out simultaneously in all roads or sections to 48 (evens) including Kendrick, Greenway until a period of 21 days from the date on (a) in connection with the said works; or MEASURES) (NO. 1) ORDER 2015 of roads but in a sequence as directed by Avenue – all; and Upper Walthamstow which this Notice is published, at (a) The (b) for ambulance, fire brigade or police the Council. Leaflets would be distributed (TT79(15)) Road – Nos. 5 to 81 (odds) including St. Information Desk, Town Hall, Forest Road, purposes in an emergency, if the works allow. and signage placed in advance of any works 1. The Council of the London Borough of Peters Court and Nos. 6 to 12 and Nos. 28 to Walthamstow, E17; and (b) The Reception 7. The Order would come into operation in the above mentioned roads which would Waltham Forest HEREBY GIVES NOTICE it 124 (evens) including Robin Court. Desk, The London Borough of Waltham on 27th November 2015 and continue for give more specific details on the exact dates intends to make an Order to enable highway Forest, Low Hall, Argall Avenue, London, E10 a maximum duration of 2 months or until of the prohibitions, effects of any temporary construction works to be carried out in a LONDON BOROUGH OF WALTHAM 7AS. the said works are completed, whichever traffic management and diversion routes as safe and efficient manner in various roads, FOREST 4. Any person desiring to object to is the sooner. It is anticipated that setting- necessary. the general effect of which would be, only at ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – the proposals or to make any other out, preparatory works, winding-down and Dated 2nd November 2015 such times and to such extent as regulatory SECTIONS 6, 84 and 124 representation should send a statement reinstatement works would be carried out Mr K Valavan, Head of Highways signs are displayed to temporarily prohibit in writing of either their objection and the from Friday 27th November 2015 until and Infrastructure, Neighbourhoods HIGHWAYS ACT 1980 – SECTIONS 90A traffic (except works vehicles), restrict waiting grounds thereof or of their representation to Thursday 24th December 2015 and crane and Commissioning, Low Hall, Argall AND 90C and loading by vehicles (except works CHURCH ROAD E10, ASSOCIATED SIDE Sophia Daniel, Traffic Orders, Engineering works would be carried out from 22.00 Avenue, London, E10 7AS ROADS AND GRANGE PARK ROAD E10 Design, Low Hall, Argall Avenue, London, hours on Saturday 28th November 2015 (T39(15)) E10 7AS quoting reference T39(15) – through to 18:00 hours on Sunday 29th PROPOSED INTRODUCTION OF RAISED Church Road E10 region traffic calming November 2015 (overnight works). JUNCTION TABLE, VARIOUS TRAFFIC scheme Phase I by the end of a period of Note: Crane works may be pushed back Waltham Forest News CALMING, REMOVAL OF WAITING 21 days from the date on which this Notice to either the weekends of either 5th/6th, is published. All objections must specify the 12th/13th or 19th/20th December 2015 in RESTRICTIONS advertising grounds on which they are made. case of poor weather conditions preventing The Waltham Forest (Waiting And For more information please telephone 020 cycle bridge installation. Loading Restriction) (Amendment No. *) 8496 3000 quoting reference Traffic Orders Dated 2nd November 2015 Order 2015 Did you know Waltham Forest News – T39(15). Mr K Valavan, Head of Highways The Waltham Forest (20 mph Speed Dated 2nd November 2015 and Infrastructure, Neighbourhoods has a circulation of 110,000 – Advertising Limit) (No. *) Traffic Order 2015 Mr. K. Valavan, Head of Highways and Commissioning, Low Hall, Argall 1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the and Infrastructure, Neighbourhoods Avenue, London, E10 7AS has never been so effective Council of the London Borough of Waltham and Commissioning, Low Hall, Argall Forest (the Council) under Sections 90A Avenue, London, E10 7AS LONDON BOROUGH OF WALTHAM and 90C of the Highways Act 1980 and the FOREST Highways (Road Humps) Regulations 1999 For further information on the LONDON BOROUGHS OF HACKNEY and proposes to introduce:- ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – WALTHAM FOREST different advertising opportunities (a) an entry treatment in Estate Way E10 SECTION 14(1) ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – at its respective junction with Church Road THE WALTHAM FOREST (ORIENT WAY available please call 020 8496 E10. The entry treatment will measure SECTION 14(1) and (5) TO ARGALL WAY – CYCLE PATH D955) between 10 and 15 metres in length, THE WALTHAM FOREST AND HACKNEY (TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF CYCLES) 3000 (press option 6) or email: including the gradients each measuring (LEA BRIDGE ROAD CYCLE BRIDGE) (No. 1) ORDER 2015 between 1.2 and 2 metres in length; and (TEMPORARY TRAFFIC MEASURES) (NO. 1. The Council of the London Borough of [email protected] (b) a speed table in Church Road E10 1) ORDER 2015 – TT74(15) Waltham Forest HEREBY GIVES NOTICE that GET TOGETHER TO ENJOY ANOTHER BRILLIANT YEAR IN FREE WALTHAM FOREST EVENT NO TICKET REQUIRED
5 November
Thursday 5 November 7pm – 9pm Gates close 7.45pm show starts 8pm
Celebrate Bonfire Night at our fantastic fireworks display. Watch a dazzling display light up the skies of Waltham Forest while you listen to a soundtrack of your favourite pop artists from across the generations including: • Cyndi Lauper • Billy Joel • Beyonce • James Brown • Shania Twain • One Direction plus many more. A wide range of tasty food and drink will also be available to purchase Chestnuts Field, Waltham Forest Town Hall Complex Forest Road, Walthamstow, E17 4JF Entry via gates at Forest Road, Farnan Road and Spruce Hills Road.
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