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Family History Group Exploring Census Records

Children & FamilyHistory & Heritage

Around £7

Family History Group Exploring Census Records

Family History Group – Exploring Census Records Wednesday, 22 July 2026 13:30 – 15:30 Tickets £7 Online booking available or…

Wed 22 Jul14:30Havering Museum(3.9mi)

via Havering MuseumCurated

Religion & Spirituality

Online Bible Study

A weekly Bible Study Click on "More about this event" to join the meeting. You will need to have downloaded the Zoom Cloud Meeting App to do this.

Wed 22 Jul19:00St Paul's Church(3.8mi)

via St Paul's ChurchLocal gem

Community

Around £7

Garden Lates: Evening Tour

Thursday 23 July, 6:20pm - 7:15pm Come on down to The Exchange for one of our Garden Lates this summer! On Thursday 23 July we will be offering an evening tour of our stunning garden with Head Gardener, Selina, to coincide with our late bar opening in The Garden Room. Whether you come solo or with friends, this is the perfect opportunity to see our Sarah Price-designed garden at its best outside of our usual opening hours and to come and socialise over a glass of wine in a beautiful setting. Make the most of the evening and stay a little longer in the Garden Room bar, open until 8:30pm* for our Garden Lates. £7 (includes a drink from the Garden Room Bar)

Thu 23 JulThe Exchange(3mi)

via The ExchangeLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

The Elvis Years

From the heart of the West End, with more than 20 years of critical acclaim and a Number One appearance on Top of the Pops, The Elvis Years is the ultimate celebration of The King. With stunning lights, nostalgic videos capturing the essence of each era, and no fewer than 12 costume changes in over […]

Thu 23 JulQTH Communities Team(3.1mi)

via QTH Communities TeamLocal gem

Theatre

Summer Queen's Theatre Fundraising Quiz Night

Filled with music, tricky questions and laughs you’ll be entertained throughout. There will also be a raffle on the night with some great prizes donated by local businesses. You can also save up to 10% on our pre bookable drink options! Tables are for 6-8 people (please note, if you are booked as a table […]

Thu 23 JulQTH Communities Team(3.1mi)

via QTH Communities TeamLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Down Memory Lane June 2026

A happy, nostalgic afternoon full of all your favourite melodies. This hour-and-a-half-long performance includes a 20-minute break for a free cuppa and biscuit, served in the performance area for maximum convenience. We understand that flexibility is very important for this performance. Please let us know if you have any requirements that we can assist you […]

Thu 23 JulQTH Communities Team(3.1mi)

via QTH Communities TeamLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Down Memory Lane July 2026

Thu 23 JulQTH Communities Team(3.1mi)

via QTH Communities TeamLocal gem

Community

Afternoon Racing

Save the date for summer afternoon of exciting Flat racing at beautiful Sandown Park Racecourse.

Thu 23 JulWyldecrest Events(4.5mi)

via Wyldecrest EventsLocal gem

Community

2026-07-23 08:30 - The Meeting Place

Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 08:30Details: The Meeting Place Location: Romford Baptist ChurchPostcode: RM1 3BL

Thu 23 Jul09:30Romford Baptist Church(4mi)

via Romford Baptist Church

Community

The Meeting Place

Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 08:30Details: The Meeting Place Location: Romford Baptist ChurchPostcode: RM1 3BL

Thu 23 Jul09:30Romford Baptist Church(4mi)

via Romford Baptist Church

Arts & Culture

Summer Reading Challenge - Craft Events

23 Jul 2026 14:21Exciting news - The Summer Reading Challenge is back for 2026 with a musical theme...Here's a list of the event/craft days for your calendar...

Thu 23 Jul15:21Bostall Community Library(4.3mi)

via Bostall Community Library

Community

Around £7

Garden Lates: Evening Tour

Thu 23 Jul19:20The Exchange(3mi)

via The ExchangeLocal gem

Community

Summer Camp (Age 6 to 14)

Summer Camp (Age 6 to 14) Every Monday - Brentwood Every Friday - Hornchurch From 24th July to 28th August Book Now Canvas Painting (16+) - 6pm to 8pm Thursday 18th June - Brentwood Thursday 16th July - Hornchurch Friday 18th Sept - Hornchurch Thursday 15th Oct - Brentwood Friday 20th Nov - Hornchurch Thursday 10th Dec - Brentwood Join us for a step-by-step painting class, learning to paint an original canvas painting. All equipment included - Step-by-step instructions - Take your canvas home with you at the end of the class - Your can bring your own drinks & nibbles (just like our adult late night sessions) - Hot/Cold drinks available to purchase on the night - Age 16+ - No experience required!!!! Book Now

Fri 24 JulThe Pink Parachute(3mi)

via The Pink ParachuteLocal gem

Community

Sublime Science

This exciting event brings science to life with spectacular shows and interactive workshops designed especially for kids. Packed with hands-on experiments, dazzling demonstrations, and crowd favourite activities like slime making, sherbet creation, and rocket launches, it’s the perfect way to ignite curiosity and inspire a lifelong love of science. Ideal for young scientists of all […]

Fri 24 JulQTH Communities Team(3.1mi)

via QTH Communities TeamLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Fastlove

Direct from London’s West End, this is the world’s favourite George Michael celebration! Few shows have reached the dizzy heights of Fastlove, touring worldwide, selling over 500,000 tickets. Join us for one very special night as we celebrate the late great George Michael. This show has it all, the power, emotion and star quality in […]

Fri 24 JulQTH Communities Team(3.1mi)

via QTH Communities TeamLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Down Memory Lane June 2026

Fri 24 JulQTH Communities Team(3.1mi)

via QTH Communities TeamLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Four Forty Theatre invite you into their outrageous take on Shakespeare’s most magical comedy. A Midsummer Night’s Dream follows runaway lovers, magical creatures, and a group of very determined actors who find themselves in over their heads. With quick character changes, playful invention, and a sparkle of silliness, Four Forty transform the classic into a […]

Fri 24 JulQTH Communities Team(3.1mi)

via QTH Communities TeamLocal gem

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Venues with events near Rainham

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

The Exchange3.0 miles away The Pink Parachute3.0 miles away

More about Rainham

Greater London, England

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