UPCOMING EVENTS
Coming Soon from the Neighbourhood Network Panel
Exciting new activities are on the horizon! The Heath Park Neighbourhood Network Panel is working hard to bring you even more opportunities to learn, connect, and thrive. Coming soon: energetic Zumba classes to get you moving, cultural budget cooking sessions to share recipes and skills from around the world, and essential First Aid courses to keep our community safe. Best of all? These activities are completely FREE for Heath Park residents. The Panel listens to what you want and makes it happen - this is your community shaping your centre. Watch this space for dates and details!
Saturday Family Fun Fitness with Baj - Ongoing
Bring the whole family for FREE fitness fun every Saturday at Heath Park! Led by the energetic Baj from Baj Fitness, these sessions welcome everyone from young children to grandparents for an hour of movement, laughter, and community connection. No fancy equipment needed, no booking required - just turn up at 1pm and join in! Whether you're fitness enthusiasts or complete beginners, Baj creates an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Come and be part of this wonderful Neighbourhood Network Panel initiative!
Long Term Conditions Programme - Starting January 2026
Living with a long-term health condition can be challenging, but you don't have to face it alone. Our new 10-week Long Term Conditions programme offers holistic support for anyone managing ongoing health challenges. Through expert-led sessions, you'll gain practical tools, connect with others who understand your journey, and discover new approaches to wellbeing. This community-focused programme takes a whole-person approach, addressing not just physical health but emotional and social wellbeing too. Join us and be part of a supportive community that truly gets it.
Galentine's Disco - Thursday, February 13, 2026
Get ready to celebrate friendship and community at our Galentine's Disco! Join us the night before Valentine's Day for an evening dedicated to friendship, fun, and dancing. Hit the dance floor with our DJ, and try your hand at line dancing. Tickets are just £5, and you're welcome to bring your own drinks. Whether you're coming with friends, family, or looking to make new connections in the community, this is a night to celebrate the people who matter most. Round up your crew and let's make it a night to remember!
Generation Move - Easter Break Programme 2026
New dates announced soon!
Our successful Generation Move programme returns for the Easter break with an exciting lineup of activities for young people with SEND. Over three action-packed days, participants will experience football, dance, and yoga sessions led by experienced facilitators who understand and celebrate neurodiversity. Generation Move creates an inclusive, supportive environment where every young person can thrive. Each session is designed to build confidence, develop new skills, and have fun in a safe, welcoming space.
Past Events
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Community Leaders Lunch - June 11, 2025
An inspiring networking event hosted by Barking Enterprise Centre and Heath Park Consortium brought together passionate community and faith leaders from across the area. Leaders connected over lunch, shared ideas, experienced the newly improved spaces, and discussed future collaborations. The energy and connections made during this event demonstrated the power of community partnership and set the foundation for ongoing collaboration at Heath Park.
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Cultural Community Workshop - June 28, 2025
During our summer engagement period, we hosted a dedicated cultural workshop for BAME residents to ensure diverse voices shaped the future of the centre. Participants shared traditions, discussed cultural programming needs, mapped important festivals and celebrations, and identified how Heath Park could better serve all communities. The insights gathered directly influenced our programming and helped create a truly inclusive vision for the centre.
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Family Engagement Day - June 7, 2025
Families of all ages came together for a day of activities designed to hear from parents, young children, and older residents. Morning sessions focused on young families, afternoon activities engaged older residents, and evening workshops connected with young people. Through games, creative activities, and open discussions, we learned what different age groups need from their community centre and built connections across generations.
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Heath Park Christmas Fayre - November 29, 2025
What a festive celebration we had at our Christmas Fayre! The community came together for a wonderful day filled with a special visitor, bouncy castle fun, games and activities, delicious lunch, and so much more. Local vendors showcased their crafts and gifts at stalls throughout the centre, creating a vibrant marketplace atmosphere. It was the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with our Heath Park community, bringing families, neighbours, and friends together in true festive spirit. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made it such a memorable day!
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Our Heath Park Day - August 2, 2025
What an incredible celebration! After three months of listening to residents through community sessions, workshops, and gatherings, we brought everyone together for "Our Heath Park Day" and it exceeded all expectations. The launch event showcased community feedback, featured cultural performances, activity demonstrations, and celebrated the beginning of a new era for Heath Park Community Centre. Hundreds of residents attended, and the day perfectly captured the energy and diversity of our Heath Park community.
