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What's on in Forest Side

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Forest Side.

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Children & Family

Haringey Kids Club

Private event – invite only.

Wed 22 Jul11:00The Old Nursery(4.8mi)

via The Old Nursery

Sports & FitnessTalks & Lectures

Walk and Talk with strength training

Walk and Talk CIC combines group exercise with socialising to encourage older adults to become more active.

Wed 22 Jul11:00Pastures Centre(4.8mi)

via Pastures CentreLocal gem

Children & Family

School's Out

Rollernation's family skate taking place during the school holidays.

Wed 22 Jul14:00Rollernation(4.5mi)

via Rollernation

Community

Autism Support Group and Community Games Club

Wed 22 July, 2026 - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Garden Room The Mill 7-11 Coppermill Lane

Wed 22 Jul15:00The Mill(4.2mi)

via The Mill

Children & Family

Stay and play at Chapel End Early Years Centre

A safe space for your child to play and enjoy a variety of toys and to spend time interacting with other children, and for you to meet and talk to other parents/carers.

Wed 22 Jul16:00Pastures Centre(4.8mi)

via Pastures CentreLocal gem

Community

Rest & Refresh

Each week, an opportunity for 30 minutes of peace, meditation, and spiritual refreshment. The church will be open half an hour beforehand for personal quiet time.

Wed 22 Jul18:00St Mary's Church Chigwell Essex(3mi)

via St Mary's Church Chigwell EssexLocal gem

Community

Alpha

Alpha is a chance to ask questions and explore the Christian faith in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. Listen to others, ask questions, and learn together about what it means to be a Christian, meeting at All Saints' Vicarage.

Wed 22 Jul19:00St Mary's Church Chigwell Essex(3mi)

via St Mary's Church Chigwell EssexLocal gem

Slow Flow & Soul: An R&B Yoga Experience

Live MusicSports & Fitness

Around £20

Slow Flow & Soul: An R&B Yoga Experience

Slow Flow & Soul: An R&B Yoga Experience Strictly by booking only. Slip into something more comfortable — like your calm, your confidence, and the smooth rhythm of R&B. This isn’t just yoga… it’s a whole vibe. Join us for an intentional Slow Flow session, set to the soulful sounds of R&B classics and new-school favorites. Think deep stretches, steady breath, and a soundtrack that speaks to your soul — from D’Angelo to H.E.R., Lauryn Hill to Leon Bridges. This is your midweek reset: grounding, feel-good movement designed to help you unwind, release tension, and reconnect. Whether you’re new to the mat or know your way around a flow, this class welcomes all levels with open arms and open hearts. Come for the calm, stay for the groove. Duration: 1hour Refreshments available for purchase Every Wednesday 6:00pm – 7:00pm Workshop Introductory Intro Offer: Single Session: £20 Experience soulful movement and mindful flow in a relaxing 1-hour class — perfect for resetting midweek. Bring a Friend: 2 for £35 Share the vibe and save when you join together — great for friends or partners! Intro Pack: 3 classes for just £50 Dive deeper into movement, mindfulness, and fun — save £10 on your first three sessions! Please sign up using the sign up form below.

Wed 22 Jul19:00The Old Nursery(4.8mi)

via The Old Nursery

Community

Hope Central

Hope Central at St Mary's Church. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Wed 22 Jul19:30St Mary's Church(2mi)

via St Mary's Church

Community

K.m.i.t.w - Keep Me In The Word

Shield Of Faith Minisries ONLINE ZOOM Meeting. Login Details in the church's WhatsApp group

Wed 22 Jul19:30Shield of Faith Ministries(2.8mi)

via Shield of Faith Ministries

Arts & Culture

Life Drawing with Judy Clarkson

Life drawing tutored by award-winning artist, Judy Clarkson. This class is suitable for all levels, whether you’re new to life drawing or have previous experience. Explore how to represent the human body looking at proportion and techniques of creating form in one of the most challenging but rewarding forms of art. Materials are available to buy, or bring your own.

Wed 22 Jul20:30The Old Nursery(4.8mi)

via The Old Nursery

Community

Fri 23rd Jul 27 to Wed 1st Sep 27

Thu 23 JulRay Park(2.2mi)

via Ray ParkLocal gem

Welcome to Bubbles & Smiles (Anytime Childcare CIC ) England

Community

Around £14.99

Welcome to Bubbles & Smiles (Anytime Childcare CIC ) England

Whats-on in 2026 The Summer 2026 Holiday, Activities & Food (HAF) programme is currently accepting reservations. Registered individuals whose child(ren) are eligible for free school meals which is benefit related will be issued a letter or voucher from their respective schools, detailing the booking procedure, approximately four weeks prior to the commencement date. Should you not receive any of the aforementioned and be in receipt of Universal Credit, kindly click on this link to apply for childcare tax credit. https://bit.ly/4wdt36I Alternatively, if you receive student finance loan, you can apply for childcare grant by clicking on this link: https://bit.ly/4tiyVsl, for details on how to receive support with payments. Finally if you are not in receipt of any of the above, you can book and make payments directly to us or book and pay on the local councils centralised booking system that manages activitiy listings, bookings, payments and eligibilty checking namely Eequ. Please scroll down to make your reservation by selecting the location and the borough that your child attends school or the borough you live. For children who are not in receipt of any of the above there is a fee of £14.99 per day, and parents are required to provide own snacks and lunch. WEEK 1 (4 DATES): 20TH – 23RD JULY WEEK 2 (4 DATES): 27TH – 30TH JULY WEEK 3 (4 DATES): 3RD – 6TH AUGUST WEEK 4 (4 DATES): 10TH – 13TH AUG TIME STARTS: 11.00AM, TIME ENDS: 3:00PM.

Thu 23 JulAnytime Childcare(2.6mi)

via Anytime ChildcareCurated

Community

Around £14.99

Whats-on in 2026

The Summer 2026 Holiday, Activities & Food (HAF) programme is currently accepting reservations. Registered individuals whose child(ren) are eligible for free school meals which is benefit related will be issued a letter or voucher from their respective schools, detailing the booking procedure, approximately four weeks prior to the commencement date. Should you not receive any of the aforementioned and be in receipt of Universal Credit, kindly click on this link to apply for childcare tax credit. https://bit.ly/4wdt36I Alternatively, if you receive student finance loan, you can apply for childcare grant by clicking on this link: https://bit.ly/4tiyVsl, for details on how to receive support with payments. Finally if you are not in receipt of any of the above, you can book and make payments directly to us or book and pay on the local councils centralised booking system that manages activitiy listings, bookings, payments and eligibilty checking namely Eequ. Please scroll down to make your reservation by selecting the location and the borough that your child attends school or the borough you live. For children who are not in receipt of any of the above there is a fee of £14.99 per day, and parents are required to provide own snacks and lunch. WEEK 1 (4 DATES): 20TH – 23RD JULY WEEK 2 (4 DATES): 27TH – 30TH JULY WEEK 3 (4 DATES): 3RD – 6TH AUGUST WEEK 4 (4 DATES): 10TH – 13TH AUG TIME STARTS: 11.00AM, TIME ENDS: 3:00PM.

Thu 23 JulAnytime Childcare(2.6mi)

via Anytime ChildcareCurated

Community

Foodbank

Support and care for our community

Thu 23 JulNTCG Edmonton(3.2mi)

via NTCG EdmontonLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Coffee Time

A time to come and relax and have fellowship with others over tea or coffee and maybe even cake! All are welcome to join this group in the Church Lounge.

Thu 23 JulBush Hill Park United Reformed Church(3.6mi)

via Bush Hill Park United Reformed Church

Community

Istanbul Breaks

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Thu 23 JulMy Milan(4.7mi)

via My MilanLocal gem

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Venues with events near Forest Side

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Anytime Childcare2.6 miles away St Mary's Church Chigwell Essex3.0 miles away St Mary's Church2.0 miles away

More about Forest Side

Greater London, England

Forest Side is part of London, with quick links into surrounding neighbourhoods. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as Chingford Cricket Club, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Forest Side events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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