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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Holyfield

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Holyfield, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Holyfield

In-Person Group Hypnobirthing Course London - Dates 20261

In-Person Group Hypnobirthing Course London - Dates 2026

at The Hypnobirthing Midwife - group classes in Leyton

July Sat 11 & Sun 12 July 2:30pm to 7pm (in person both days) Pause Leyton London E10 6NQ + 15 July 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 22 July 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 29 July 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 3 Aug 6:30pm (in person) Check availability Sept Sat 26 & Sun 27 Sept 2:30pm to 7pm (in person both days) Pause Leyton London E10 6NQ + 30 Sept 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 7 Oct 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 14 Oct 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 19 Oct 6:30pm (in person) Check availability Nov Sat 14 & Sun 15 Nov 2:30pm to 7pm (in person both days) Pause Leyton London E10 6NQ + 18 Nov 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 25 Nov 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 2 Dec 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 7 Dec 6:30pm (in person) check availability

9.9 milesSun 12 Jul
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Workshops & Classes
Adult Musical Theatre Workshop2

Adult Musical Theatre Workshop

at Chickenshed

£11 concessions Accessibility You can find all info on access at Chickenshed here. If you have specific access requirements, we would advise you to contact us in advance so that we can make sure your needs are catered for. Questions about access? Workshops for Adults Discover the joy of being part of Chickenshed's vibrant adult workshop community

7.9 milesSun 12 Jul£13
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TheatreWorkshops & Classes

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Young People's Performance Project3

Young People's Performance Project

at Chickenshed

Led by Chickenshed’s experienced practitioners, the Youth Performance Project offers a chance to develop your performance practice, explore new ideas, and work as part of a supportive ensemble.Each term ends with a short performance in the Rayne Theatre - a chance to share your journey and creativity with family and friends.

7.9 milesSun 12 Jul14:50£13.50
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Community
Swamplesque8

Swamplesque

at Soho Theatre Walthamstow

Swamplesque is an adult cabaret show, with an age recommendation of 16+. If you were hoping for something more family-friendly, we got you. Alice In Wonderland is coming to Soho Theatre Walthamstow this summer.

8.6 milesSat 11 Jul
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Community
Sunday School9

Sunday School

at Collier Row Gospel Hall

11:30am. Each Sunday morning, the Sunday School meet for a time of Bible-teaching, arts & crafts, team quizzes, and singing. The children love coming, the leaders love running it, and children of all ages and backgrounds are welcome.

10 milesSun 12 Jul12:30
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